Storey's Guide to Raising Turkeys, 3rd Edition: Breeds * Care * Marketing

Not only are turkeys an excellent source of succulent meat, rich eggs, and nutrient-dense manure, but they are curious, social, and friendly as well: a perfect and profitable choice for many farmers. Don Schrider brings his hands-on experience to this one-stop reference for humanely raising healthy turkeys.

The revised and updated third edition includes:

- Descriptions of more than a dozen heritage varieties

- Humane handling methods

- Feeding practices, including pasture-based production

- Breeding, incubation, and brooding

- Disease prevention

- Protection from predators

- Organic certification standards