Join us for a very special conversation with Douglas Bruce. In this episode we talked about the education side of the hobby, and the challenges we face when teaching the modern-day breeder. We also talked about the differences between breeders here in the US and breeders in the Philippines, as well as the importance of using a proper breeding program and providing the proper nutrition for our brood fowl. We also addressed the future of American Games and the breeders who raise them. We had a great time getting together, and I hope you enjoy the show. It was lots of fun, and we had many laughs. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room after the video. You can catch our live show on YouTube. So, make sure to subscribe to my YouTube Channel “Kenny Troiano”, and click the bell to be notified of all upcoming shows.

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Ep26 – The Live Show – A Conversation with Douglas Bruce

Join Kenny Troiano, Jeff Mattocks and Frank Bradley, as they talk about defects and why they are detrimental to the success and future of our fowl, and why it’s important to recognize and cull all fowl expressing defects. The truth is, most breeders are not aware of half the defects that exist. It could be sitting right in front of them, and they would not see it. Are they just yard blind, or just unaware of what they are looking at, not knowing it’s, in fact, a defect. In this episode we will discuss just that. We will talk about the defects that exist, the importance of locating and recognizing these defects, and why it’s important to cull them. We will even talk about ways to improve a strain that is affected by defects. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. 

Ep25 - The Live Show - The Dangers of Defects

There is a lot of confusion in this area of breeding. So much so, that many breeders are not able to produce high quality strains. They purchase birds from a reputable breeder, and are confused when the fowl they produce are not like the original breeder’s fowl. We’ve all seen it, strains change when they are moved to a different location. The question is, are these changes temporary or permanent? And, what can we do about it? The environment can have a direct effect on the phenotype of your strain. For example, nutrition can affect growth and development, disease can weaken the strain and kill important individuals, and poor management can cause disease and stress. But, none of these factors will have a direct effect on the strains genotype. This is an important concept, we cannot select properly, their form, function or beauty if we are not seeing their true value and potential. They may appear “better or worse” than their true genetic value, depending on whether they receive a favorable or unfavorable environment. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room.

Ep24 – The Live Show - The Environment and its influence on Genetic Inheritance

In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we are talking about the various methods of breeding, and the difference between breeding methods and breeding programs. Ask yourself, are you using the right method of breeding for the right purpose? If not, this episode is for you. Many breeders are not only selecting their brood fowl improperly, but they’re using the wrong breeding methods, at the wrong time. Their results are never what they expected, or they are short lived. Learn which methods to use and when, and why it’s best to use a breeding program, that consist of various breeding methods, then one method all the time. If you would like to learn more about breeding methods, breeding programs, and the Founders Program, Join us at the Breeders Academy. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep23 – The Live Show - WHAT MOST DON’T KNOW ABOUT BREEDING METHODS

Ep22 – The Live Show – 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. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep22 – The Live Show – The New Blood Syndrome

In this episode, Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Nancy Troiano, Jeff Mattocks, and Frank Bradley are going to talk about why the "Age" of your brood fowl is so important for the viability of your strain. And, why you should always make sure to breed to youth. If you are in favor of breeding your stags with your pullets, or breeding your old cock with your old hens, this show is for you. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep21 – The Live Show – The Value of Breeding to Age and Youth

Join us for a very special bonus episode of Bred to Perfection Live. We are celebrating our 100th Episode of Bred to Perfection with you, our listeners and followers. I have to say, this has been a fantastic journey. Wow, 100 episodes! But we didn’t do it alone. We had some amazing contributors, from our members of the Breeders Academy, to some of the top poultry experts and master breeders. I can’t wait to see what the next 100 episodes bring us. We asked our listeners and followers what they thought was a good way to celebrate our 100th episode. The response was good, and what we heard most was this, an Ultimate Roundtable that included Tony Saville, or a show that our listeners could learn more about us (Kenny and Nancy Troiano). To our surprise, our three daughters agreed to take on the job of sharing with the world their personal experiences of what it was like being our daughters, and their life on the Troiano Farm. So, they got together on the mics and recorded the episode. I believe you will find it funny, informational, and touching.  This live show is our way of celebrating this amazing journey with you, our listeners and followers. Come join us, and share with us what the show has meant to you. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep20 – The Live Show – Celebrating our 100th Episode of Bred to Perfection

Join Kenny Troiano, Jeff Mattocks and Frank Bradley as they discuss ways to beat the heat, and help you and your chickens nutritionally get through the hot Summer months. As you know, Summer is almost here, and the heat is on the way. This is a challenging time of year for us breeders. We’re dealing with the heat and humidity, the stress and disease, as well as the bugs and parasites. We are getting hit from all sides, or at least that is what it seems. Have you ever wondered if you were feeding your fowl properly during the Summer Heat? Are your young growing and development birds reaching their full potential? Well, this show is for you. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep19 – The Live Show – CHICKENS AND THE HEAT DON’T MIX

How Do We Change Our False Beliefs About Breeding and Feeding? In this episode, we are going to challenge many of the Superstitions and Old Wives Tales that tend to hold many breeders back from creating a true strain.  Join Kenny Troiano, and his co-hosts, Frank Bradley – Master Breeder, Jeff Mattocks – Poultry Nutritionist, and Dr. Rachel Potter – Veterinarian, as they talk about various subjects concerning breeding, feeding and health care, and the raising of gamefowl and chickens. They will also address many issues that Breeders like you are dealing with every day. In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we will talk about how most breeders are being held back by false ideals and beliefs, such as superstitions and old wives’ tales. These are beliefs that are not backed up by science, but have been passed down generation to generation, with no evidence of their validity.  We’re also going to talk about our personal “Pet Peeves” that drive us crazy. These are not only annoying, but extremely frustrating. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep18 – The Live Show – How to Change False Beliefs?

In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we will have a special guest to talk with us about ways to improve our soils on the farm that will benefit our chickens. Sage Dennis is an Agronomist at Fertrell. If you are interested in improving your soils and improving the health of your chickens, this show is for you. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We will also took questions from the chat room. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep17 – The Live Show – Healthy Soils, Healthy Flock

This is going to be a great episode. Today we are talking with Peter Brown, known as the Chicken Doctor. We are going to discuss the Most Common Diseases most backyard breeders face. There are many pathogens, viral and bacterial that threaten our fowl. I thought it would be a good idea to quickly address as many of them as possible, so that the backyard breeder can recognize them and hopefully prevent exposure to these diseases.

Ep107 – The Most Common Disease for Backyard Breeders with Peter Brown

Join Kenny Troiano, and his co-hosts, Dr. Rachel Potter – Veterinarian, Frank Bradley – Master Breeder and Jeff Mattocks – Poultry Nutritionist, as they talk about the breeding and raising of gamefowl and chickens, and the issues that affect breeders like you. In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we will talk about the “7 Needs to Knows” that all breeders should know before beginning their breeding programs, and going after their dreams of creating a strain. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep16 – The Live Show - The 7 Needs to Know Before Creating Your Strain

In this episode, we are talking about the practice and importance of biosecurity. Most Breeders don’t understand biosecurity, and the importance of keeping your birds safe from the exposure of disease. Some of us have strains that we’ve been keeping for over 30 years. What we are going to talk about, if you follow it, will save your flock, and protect those valuable and irreplaceable strains. This is an episode you do not want to miss. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep15 – The Live Show - A Healthy Strain Starts with Good Biosecurity

In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we will talk about the importance of selection and culling, and how to improve the quality of your strain by practicing a Zero-Defect Policy. We had a great time getting together, and I hope you enjoy the show. It was lots of fun, and we had many laughs. This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too. We also took questions from the chat room after the video.

Ep14 – The Live Show – Improving your Fowl through a Zero-Defect Policy

Join us for a very special conversation with Matt Hemmer, who is a breeder of the Erminettes. This is a very unique breed, both in a historical sense and as a genetic phenomenon. In fact, the Erminettes are the only breed of chicken where the color of plumage is based on a co-dominant factor. No other breed of chicken has this trait. Matt is going to discuss the history of the breed, the characteristics and genetics of the breed, and the future of the breed. After the show, make sure to click the links below to find out more about this amazing breed. https://theamericanerminette.weebly.com https://www.smokybuttesranch.com/chickens/erminettes/ This episode is packed with great information, and one you do not want to miss. I know you will enjoy this episode, and learn a lot too.

Ep106 – The Erminette Breed with Matt Hemmer

Bred to Perfection is a podcast that will help you to master the art of selective breeding, and become a master breeder of chickens and gamefowl. The podcast is hosted by Kenny and Nancy Troiano. Kenny Troiano has more than 40 years of experience, and has authored two books on the subject of breeding. If you are interested in creating, maintaining, and improve your strain, this is the place for you.

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