Pastured Poultry Production

These flashcards cover key concepts from the Pastured Poultry Production lecture, including definitions, practices, and considerations for raising poultry in a pasture setting.

Raising Poultry in __ pens placed directly on pasture.

open bottom

Pastured poultry integrates well with other __ enterprises.

farm

Pastured poultry can raise poultry for meat and __.

eggs

Pastured poultry provides natural fertilizer for __ and/or food crops.

grass/forage

A strong reason for pastured poultry is a __ demand for farm fresh products.

strong

Consumers perceive pastured poultry products to be __ produced in a healthy environment.

naturally

Meat from pasture-raised poultry has __% less total fat than conventional meat.

21

Pastured poultry can start small and grow with low capital __.

investment

Consumers believe pastured poultry is __ in important nutrients.

higher

One benefit of pastured poultry is that one person can operate the __.

business

Profits may not be high __ but can increase with experience.

initially

Pastured poultry can improve __ fertility.

soil

Before getting started, make sure there is enough __ space.

land

Pens should be easy to __ for daily movement.

move

Most producers use some variation of the __ pen for poultry.

Salatin

The recommended size of the Salatin pen is __ ft x 10 ft x 2 ft.

12

Chicken wire is a preferred material because it is __ and lightweight.

non-toxic

Using __ aluminum roofing helps keep out predators.

corrugated

Order chickens from a __ hatchery when the weather is mild.

reputable

The standard broiler breed in the U.S. is the __ Rock.

Cornish

Rhode Island Red is a __ purpose breed.

dual

You need heat lamps, bedding, feeders, and waterers for __.

brooding

To care for chicks, make sure they are kept __ and dry.

warm

After brooding, transfer chicks to movable __.

pens

Chickens feed on grass seeds, insects, and __ found in the pasture.

worms

Chickens can be processed after about __ weeks.

7-8

Killing cones are used to collect the __ during processing.

blood

After evisceration, carcasses must be thoroughly __ before chilling.

washed

Carcasses should be chilled to approximately __ degrees Fahrenheit.

40

A __ machine can be used for de-feathering chickens.

de-feathering

It is beneficial to have a stainless steel table for __.

processing

Eviscerating chickens must be done in a __ manner.

sanitary

You can use a table covered with __ material for processing.

plastic Check

After packaging, carcasses must be kept in a __ water bucket.

ice

It is essential to keep the processing area __ and clean.

organized

Pastured poultry can be sold at __ prices due to their perceived quality.

premium

Consumers are willing to pay higher prices because they believe pastured poultry is __ quality.

better nutritional

Some poultry operations may just want to raise birds for __ and friends.

family

Pastured poultry supports the welfare of the __.

bird

Increasing farm __ is another reason for pastured poultry.

diversity

Most poultry can support other products like __ and fruits.

vegetables

Poultry pens should not return to the same area until the grass has __.

regrown

Materials for building pens may include inexpensive __.

wood

After processing, carcasses can be packaged and ready for __.

pickup

Chickens can be transferred during the cooler part of the day to cut down on __.

stress

Feeding chickens can involve using store-bought or __ feed.

organic

It is essential to have adequate __ before ordering chicks.

space