Turkey Farming – What You Need To Know To Help You Raise Turkeys Quickly

Turkey is the third most important fowl next to chicken and duck. They form almost 2% of the total poultry population. Turkeys are reared for meat only. Turkey meat is considered the leanest among other domestic bird species. Turkey farming is common in most western countries. Major Turkey producers are the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, France, United Kingdom, and Netherlands.

Knowledge in turkey farming begins in learning a few terminologies such as the following:
a. Tom-adult male turkey
b. Hen-adult female turkey
c. Poult-baby turkey
d. Snood or dew bill -it is the fleshy lump near the base of… Continue reading →