Backyard Chickens & Coturnix Quail: Incubating Hatching Eggs and Chicken Breeding

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In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we get into the real-world side of shipping hatching eggs, buying from breeders, hatch rate expectations, incubation mistakes, poultry medications, NPIP misconceptions, and how to find quality hatching eggs.
We talk through what actually matters when you’re buying hatching eggs or live birds, what questions to ask a breeder, how nutrition affects fertility and hatchability, why some eggs should never be shipped, and the red flags people ignore when they’re shopping for birds online.
We also break down:
 how to choose which hatching eggs are worth shipping,
 why damaged, torpedo-shaped, oversized, undersized, dirty, or questionable eggs should be culled from hatching orders,
 why shipping partially incubated eggs is a bad idea,
 how chilling, handling, and stressing embryos can reduce hatch rates,
 what buyers should ask breeders about feed, flock management, medications, and shipping methods,
 why NPIP is not the same thing as breeder quality,
 how poor nutrition and bad breeder practices can affect developing chicks,
 why shipping materials matter,
 what to know about egg age, embryo age, and improper storage,
 and how to find better hatching egg sellers without gambling on social media.
This episode is for anyone raising quail, chickens, or other poultry who wants better hatch rates, stronger chicks, and fewer expensive mistakes. If you’ve ever bought hatching eggs online, struggled with incubation, or wondered how to tell a quality breeder from a bad one, this is a conversation you need to hear. 
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Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!

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In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Blaze from Bad Baxter Farm in Wynnewood, Oklahoma to talk about raising poultry and livestock in a more natural, practical, and self-sustaining way.
Blaze shares how her health journey led her deeper into nutrition, homesteading, growing her own food, and building a farm focused on stronger animals, better management, and less dependence on bagged feed and constant medications. We talk about what it really looks like to raise birds on pasture, why ducks are underrated, how closed flocks can help build stronger birds, and why so many health problems in poultry come back to management, environment, and nutrition.
We also get into:
 pasture-raised chickens, ducks, quail, rabbits, and turkeys 
 feed freedom and reducing dependence on commercial feed 
 duckweed as a low-cost, high-protein livestock supplement 
 natural flock health and disease prevention 
 coccidiosis prevention, probiotics, whey, and yogurt 
 why ducks may outperform chickens on some homesteads 
 breed choices, breeding goals, and raising what actually works 
 how strong animals are built through better systems, not just more medication 
This is a real conversation about learning the hard way, building healthier flocks, and creating a farm system that works in the real world—not just on paper.
If you care about poultry nutrition, pasture poultry, natural flock management, homesteading, feed alternatives, and raising healthier birds, this episode is for you.
Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly)  to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days
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Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!

Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R Farms

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Today we’re talking all about Bresse chickens and why they’ve become one of our favorite breeds for a self-sustaining flock.
In this episode, we cover:
Why we prefer Bresse over Cornish in many situations
Meat quality, tenderness, and ideal processing age
How to select breeder birds for width, body shape, and table quality
Egg size, egg selection, and incubation tips
How to build a breeding program around your goals
The difference between breeding for production versus breeding for show
Why Bresse may be one of the best chickens for homesteaders who want both meat and eggs
If you’ve been wondering whether Bresse chickens are worth the hype, or you want a better long-term option for meat production on your farm, this episode is for you.

Bresse chickens, Bresse chicken breeding, Bresse meat birds, best meat chicken breed, Cornish vs Bresse, self sufficient chickens, dual purpose chickens, homestead poultry, backyard chickens, poultry breeding, meat bird selection, chicken processing, incubation, hatching eggs, sustainable poultry
Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly)  to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days
Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com
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Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!

Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R Farms

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On this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Brent from Zero G Quail Farm to talk all about frozen quail feeders, who buys them, how they are sized, packaged, processed, and shipped, and why they can be a valuable outlet for quail breeders.

We also go down some fun rabbit holes, including the history of quail hatched in space, the strange legal gray areas around keeping quail, and the surprising demand from the falconry community, reptile owners, raw feeders, and more.

In this episode, we cover:

What frozen feeder quail are and why people buy them

Falconry birds, reptiles, zoos, rescues, and raw feeding markets

How breeders use feeders as an outlet for culls

Sizing birds by weight for customers

Packaging and freezing tips that make birds look better and store better

Cervical dislocation vs. CO2 dispatch

Handling breeder birds vs. younger birds

Shipping challenges, dry ice, delivery logistics, and customer expectations

Using more of the bird for added value

Why setting boundaries matters if you want to turn quail into a business

If you raise quail, breed coturnix, sell feeders, or want to understand another side of the poultry world, this episode is packed with practical insight and real-world experience.

Guest: Brent of Zero G Quail Farm
Website: Zero G Quail Farms
Community Mentioned: Incubation Masterclass Facebook Group

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Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly)  to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days
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Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!

Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R Farms

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Thinking about raising quail but not sure how to get started?
In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we walk through the real decisions every beginner faces when starting with quail. Should you buy hatching eggs, chicks, or adult birds? What equipment do you really need? And what housing systems work best for backyard quail keepers?
We also explain the true costs of starting a quail flock, the pros and cons of different setups, and how experienced breeders plan their operations before buying their first birds.
Whether you're interested in quail for eggs, meat, breeding, or homesteading, this episode will help you build a clear plan before investing money in birds or equipment.
In this episode we discuss
• Starting quail with eggs vs chicks vs mature birds
• The real cost of incubators, brooders, and equipment
• How shipping live birds through USPS actually works
• Different housing options: cages, hutches, aviaries, and barns
• Why planning your quail goals saves money and frustration
• How quail compare to chickens for eggs, meat, and breeding
Quail are one of the fastest growing poultry species, reaching maturity in just a few weeks, making them ideal for backyard farmers, breeders, and homesteaders.
🎧 Listen now and learn how to start raising quail the right way.
Join Carey of Show Pro Farm Supply and Jennifer of Bryant's Roost as we delve into chickens and quail (mostly)  to help you enjoy your birds more and worry less. Backyard chicken keeping shouldnt be stressfull, let's get back to the simple days
Valley Hatchery is a proud sponsor of Poultry Nerds, find more at ValleyHatchery.com
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EggFoam.com get your egg shippers and live shipping boxes and always get free shipping!
ShowPro feed supplement for all your feathered friends! Grow them bigger and healthier with the best ingredients.

Coturnix Quail hatching eggs from Bryant's Roost, including jumbo celadons!

Quail cartons and Supplies from Double R Farms

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