Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to become a true breeder? Or, whether you are a true breeder right now? The truth is, there is a big difference between a true breeder and someone who breeds. Do you think of yourself as a true breeder? This can be subjective, depending on who you talk to. Actually, not everyone is a breeder, or should be a breeder. The truth is, there is a big difference between a true breeder and someone who breeds. Join us as we discuss this topic, and you can decide for yourself. This is a show you do not want to miss!
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Ep151 – Purity of Blood vs Hybrid Crosses – Science or Myth?
Join Kenny and Nancy Troiano, along with co-host Frank Bradley, as they discuss the pros and cons of breeding for Purity of Blood vs Hybrid Crosses. This is a topic that can be very controversial. Some say that breeding to create a pure strain is a myth. Some say only peddlers use crossbreeding. Who’s right, listen in and make your own decision. This is a show you do not want to miss!
Ep150 – 10 Reasons to Abandoned a Strain and Start Over
Have you ever wondered if you were wasting your time trying to create a strain? You’re not seeing the results you are looking for, or you’re not seeing progress from year to year? Well, this is a discussion you do not want to miss. There are many challenges when creating a strain. And, it can take some time to make significant progress, but there are also times when you are better off to abandon your strain and start over with new blood. In this episode, we will talk about 10 reasons why you should consider the fact that you may be wasting your time. And when it’s time to start with new Seed Fowl. Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley as they discuss this important topic.
Ep149 – The New Blood Syndrome
In this episode we address a belief many breeders share, and that is, “it’s better to introduce new blood rather than to create their own strain.” Listen in as we discuss why adding and infusing new blood is not the answer, and that there is a better way. There are many misconceptions that breeders use to justify this practice, and we address them here. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss.
Ep148 – Can you Create a Strain from Poor Fowl?
Most of the fowl today are hybrid crosses or mongrels. In fact, there are very few pure strains. The sad part is, most beginners are forced into starting with these types of fowl. So, what can you do? You can start by take steps toward transforming your bad birds into a good strain. In this episode, we talk about those steps, so that you can begin the process of creating a true strain.