Kenny Troiano

In this episode of the podcast ‘Bred to Perfection,’ hosted by Kenny Troiano and co-host Frank Bradley, under the Breeders Academy. They provide valuable breeding advice for both beginner and seasoned breeders aiming to improve bloodlines and strains. The episode covers various topics, such as handling a limited number of birds, managing disease resistance without relying heavily on medications, and maintaining the desired traits, like coloration in specific breeds like the clarets. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and challenges they’ve faced, such as dealing with sickness. They emphasize the importance of selective breeding, patience, and good record-keeping. Additionally, they discuss future topics for the podcast, including feeding chickens the traditional way and enhancing type and confirmation to meet breed standards.

In this episode of Bred to Perfection, hosted by Kenny Troiano, founder of the Breeders Academy, delves into the various aspects of breeding. It highlights the obstacles breeders face, such as finding the right information, dealing with misinformation, and the importance of biosecurity. The discussion covers the troubles of starting with non-pure or mongrel birds and the importance of selecting proper breeding stock. The episode also touches on common misconceptions, like the reliance on traditional ‘name and percentage’ games in breeding, and emphasizes the power of creating and improving one’s own strain using knowledge and proper breeding practices. Additionally, Kenny answers listener questions about breeding techniques, potential bird diseases, and nutritional considerations.

In this episode of ‘Bred to Perfection,’ Kenny Troiano, along with co-hosts Nancy and Frank Bradley, discuss the science and art of breeding, focusing on the challenges and benefits of becoming a dedicated breeder. They emphasize the importance of learning proper breeding methods, the necessity of understanding genetics, and the intricacies involved in maintaining strain purity. The discussion covers personal anecdotes, member questions, and the significance of avoiding breeder myths and misinformation. Additionally, they touch upon their experiences with the American Poultry Association’s standards and the challenges of standardizing American Gamefowl. The episode also offers insights into the tools and support available through the Breeders Academy.

The Bred to Perfection podcast, hosted by Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy, focuses on supporting breeders in improving their strains and tackling various breeding challenges. The episode includes updates on the Breeders Academy and a special Mother’s Day promotion offering first-month access to the Breeders Academy for $1. They discuss the importance of clean incubation practices, the potential impacts of California’s AB 928 bill on poultry breeders, particularly those breeding gamefowl, and stress on maintaining responsible breeding and presentation practices. The episode covers hen selection, handling inbreeding depression, and breeding strategies. Additionally, they share information on utilizing nature’s principles for effective culling and breeding. The session ends with a reminder about joining the Breeders Academy and the benefits it offers.

In this urgent episode of Bred to Perfection, host Kenny Troiano is joined by Jesse Ortega, California poultry health inspector and APG President, to discuss the far-reaching implications of California’s proposed Assembly Bill 928. Though proposed as an anti-cockfighting measure, AB 928 could severely restrict rooster ownership for all breeders—gamefowl and domestic alike—threatening heritage lines, biosecurity, and local economies. Learn what this bill really means, why breeders should be concerned, and how you can take action to protect your rights and the future of poultry breeding. Don’t miss this critical call to action!