Search for local turkey farms, poultry breeders and hatcheries, then compare the turkey variety, age, sex, breeding status, production goal, health information and transportation arrangements.

Pure Greenland Farm features Broad Breasted White, Broad Breasted Bronze, Bourbon Red, Narragansett, Standard Bronze, Midget White, Beltsville Small White, Royal Palm, Slate and Black turkeys.

Broad Breasted White is a commercial-type turkey selected for meat production and high breast-meat yield. It is one of the most common commercial turkey types. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Broad Breasted Bronze is a commercial-type turkey selected for meat production. It should not be confused with Standard Bronze, which is a heritage variety. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Bourbon Red is a heritage turkey variety known for its reddish plumage and is commonly raised in small-flock and heritage production systems.

Narragansett is a heritage turkey variety and one of the recognized traditional varieties used in small-flock and heritage turkey production.

Standard Bronze is a heritage variety and is distinct from the commercial Broad Breasted Bronze type. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Midget White is a smaller turkey variety developed as a smaller counterpart to the Broad Breasted White and is suited to some small-farm production systems. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Beltsville Small White is a heritage turkey developed in the United States as a smaller white-feathered bird. Historical USDA material documents its development and characteristics. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Royal Palm is a heritage variety with distinctive plumage and is often kept for ornamental, exhibition and small-flock purposes. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Slate is a heritage turkey variety recognized for its slate or bluish-gray plumage. It is also commonly called Blue Slate.

Black is a heritage turkey variety with dark plumage and is included among recognized traditional turkey varieties. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Heritage turkeys are generally slower growing and capable of natural mating, while commercial broad-breasted types have been selected heavily for rapid growth and meat yield. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Yes. Natural mating ability is one of the characteristics used in defining heritage turkeys. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Commercial broad-breasted turkeys can be too large for effective natural mating, which is why commercial production commonly uses artificial insemination. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Broad Breasted White and Broad Breasted Bronze are commercial types specifically associated with meat production and high breast-meat yield. The best choice for a particular farm depends on market, processing, management and production goals.

There is no universal best turkey. Midget White, Beltsville Small White and heritage varieties may suit some small farms, while commercial broad-breasted birds may be preferable when maximizing meat production is the primary objective.

Heritage turkeys can be well suited to outdoor and pasture-oriented systems when appropriate shelter, feed, water, fencing and predator management are provided. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Yes. Turkeys need protection from severe weather, predators and unsafe conditions, with adequate ventilation and appropriate space.

Turkey poults should receive an appropriate nutritionally complete poultry/turkey starter ration designed for their age and production stage, together with clean water.

Successful poult management includes appropriate brooding temperature, clean bedding, suitable feed, clean water, ventilation, adequate space and protection from predators and other hazards.

Turkey eggs require controlled incubation conditions including suitable temperature, humidity, ventilation, egg turning and sanitation. Follow incubator and poultry-extension guidance for the specific incubator and eggs.

Growth time varies significantly by variety. Commercial broad-breasted turkeys generally grow faster than heritage turkeys, which require more time to reach market size. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Space requirements depend on age, variety, housing design, climate, whether birds have outdoor access and stocking density. Provide enough space to allow normal movement and prevent overcrowding.

Some farms keep turkeys and chickens together, but mixed-species housing can create disease-management concerns, particularly involving Histomonas meleagridis and blackhead disease. Separate management may be preferable depending on the farm's health program.

The appropriate fencing depends on whether birds are housed indoors, outdoors or on pasture. Fencing should provide containment and predator protection while being appropriate for the turkey variety.

Clean, dry poultry bedding such as suitable straw or wood-based bedding can be used depending on the housing system. Avoid wet, moldy or excessively dusty bedding.

Prepare a brooder, appropriate heat source, turkey starter feed, clean waterers, feeders, bedding, secure housing and predator protection before bringing poults home.

Consider variety characteristics, health, body condition, conformation, fertility history where available, temperament and the goals of your breeding program.

Generally, yes. Heritage turkeys grow more slowly than commercial broad-breasted types, which means producers need to account for a longer production period and potentially higher feed and management costs. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Look for reputable heritage turkey breeders, hatcheries and small farms. Ask about variety, parent stock, age, vaccination or health information, shipping and current availability.

Look at general health, alertness, body condition, legs and feet, feather condition, eyes, breathing, cleanliness and available flock health information. Breeding birds should also be evaluated against your breeding objectives.