Bred to Perfection
Kenny Troiano
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Ep293 - Purity and Show Go Hand-in-Hand: Why the Best Birds Are Always One Bird
In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood topics in the breeding of chickens and gamefowl: the supposed divide between pure birds, show birds, and performance birds. Spoiler, when…
Ep292 - How to Select the Proper Brood Fowl: A Five Stage Process
A Guide for Chicken and Gamefowl Breeders Are you ready to take your breeding program to the next level? In this episode, host Kenny Troiano and co-host Frank Bradley talk about the heart of what…
Ep291 - Define Your Selection Points: The Blueprint for Building a True Strain
What separates a flock from a true strain? In this episode, we discuss the uncompromising world of selective breeding. From disease resistance to maternal instinct, we break down the essential traits…
Ep290 - The Power of Selection - Transforming Mongrels into Masterpieces
For every serious chicken and gamefowl breeder, the ultimate goal is to build a true strain, a consistent, high-performing, and reliable family of birds that reflects your vision and breeding ideals.…
Ep289 - Evolutionary Factors that can Change the Direction of Your Strain - Part 2
Have you ever wondered how we ended up with chickens that lay 300 eggs a year or grow to market weight in just a few weeks? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the science behind chicken breeds…
Ep288 - What Can Go Wrong, Does Go Wrong
Cutting through feed myths and faulty practices to focus on the genetics, selection, and standards that shape better chickens. Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy kick things off with a series of audio…
Ep287 - The Crucial Role of Selection in Breeding Success
In this episode, we talk about one of the most misunderstood—but absolutely essential elements of successful breeding: SELECTION. While health, structure, and well-planned breeding programs are…
Ep286 - Unlocking the Secrets of Chicken Breeding with Brian Reeder
Inbreeding, Genetics & Feeding for the Future In the world of poultry breeding, few names stir thoughtful conversation quite like Brian Reeder. Known for his deep understanding of avian genetics…
Ep285 - The Ugly Truth About Outcrossing: The Double-Edged Sword of Breeding
In this episode, we talk about one of the most polarizing topics for many breeders: outcrossing. Is it a powerful tool to refresh a bloodline, or a fast track to genetic chaos? From hybrid vigor and…
Ep284 - Misinformation vs. Education - Building Better Bloodlines Through Truth and Accurate Knowledge
Breaking Down the Biggest Breeding Myths Breeders Face and how finding a way to Move Forward In this episode of Bred to Perfection podcast, hosts Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley sits down with…
Ep283 - When Good Strains Go Bad: How to Fix Hidden Flaws in Your Bloodline
Unwanted Traits, Recessive Surprises, and the Genetic Tools Every Serious Breeder Must Master Every breeder eventually faces it, that moment when a hidden flaw suddenly appears in a line you've spent…
Ep282 - Breeding Terms Explained
This episode talks about key glossary terms, scientific principles, and advanced concepts related to breeding, whether you're a novice or a seasoned breeder. This episode also unpacks critical terms,…
Ep281 - The War on Common Sense Breeding: Dispelling Myths and Misconceptions
In this episode, we confront the growing crisis of misinformation and myth-driven practices in the chicken and gamefowl breeding community. From the misuse of crossbreeding to the rejection of…
Ep280 – Bred to Perfection – The Come Back Show & Q&A
Join us for a special live episode of Bred to Perfection this Monday, February 23rd at 6 PM as we return after a six-week break with "The Come Back Show." We've missed you, and we're ready to talk…
Ep279 - Starting Over: When Your Strain Isn't Worth Saving
Have you ever found yourself questioning whether it's time to walk away from a strain you've been working on? Are you not seeing the results you expected? Or perhaps it feels like your progress has…
Ep278 - Inside the Mind of a Dedicated Breeder: Passion, Purity & the Path to Perfection
In this roundtable, we go beyond feathers and form to explore the heart and heritage of true breeding. Join us for a powerful and candid conversation with three of the most dedicated minds in the…
Ep277 - The Hidden Enemy - Understanding and Managing Stress in Our Fowl
In this episode of Bred to Perfection, we uncover one of the most underestimated factors affecting your birds' success: stress. While breeders often focus on bloodlines, conditioning, and nutrition,…
All About Worms - How Much is Too Much? (Bonus Ep184)
Join us as we discuss the misconceptions surrounding worms. We all know about worms, and how they can affect the health of our strains. However, many don't realize that they are over-worming their…
Preparing for the Breeding Season (Ep137)
In this episode, we will give you a number of useful tips, to get you ready for the upcoming breeding season. I had a great mentor who believed that preparation was the prerequisite to success. As a…
Antibiotic Use and Misuse with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo (Ep135)
The Misuse and Abuse of Antibiotics, and their Consequences – The question I have for you, are you using Medications, Antibiotics and Vaccinations Properly? Our Special Guest is Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo…
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