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Bred to Perfection

Bred to Perfection is a podcast that will help you to master the art of selective breeding, and become a master breeder of chickens and gamefowl. The podcast is hosted by Kenny and Nancy Troiano. Kenny Troiano has more than 40 years of experience, and has authored two books on the subject of breeding. If you are interested in creating, maintaining, and improve your strain, this is the place for you.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
77 minutes
Episodes
266
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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Ep138 - Proper Winter Care and Preparation

Ep138 - Proper Winter Care and Preparation

As Breeders, the Breeding Season is our favorite time of year. However, if you don’t prepare properly during the cold winter months, your breeding season is not going to be successful, and your goal …

02:15:31  |   Mon 26 Dec 2022
Ep137 - Preparing for the Breeding Season

Ep137 - Preparing for the Breeding Season

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 …

01:20:43  |   Mon 12 Dec 2022
The Live Show (Ep60) Bred to Perfection Live Q&A

The Live Show (Ep60) Bred to Perfection Live Q&A

Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Frank Bradley and Nancy Troiano – as they talk about the breeding of gamefowl and chickens, and the issues that affect breeders like you. In this episode of Bred …

01:55:26  |   Mon 05 Dec 2022
Ep136 - Nature's Influence on Domestication with Rick Coste

Ep136 - Nature's Influence on Domestication with Rick Coste

Join Kenny Troiano and Nancy Troiano – as they talk with our special guest, Rick Coste, the host of the podcast - “Evolution Talk,” and Author of “Evolution Talk,” the book - “The Who, What, Why, and…

01:41:02  |   Mon 21 Nov 2022
Ep135 – Antibiotic Use and Misuse with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

Ep135 – Antibiotic Use and Misuse with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

The Misuse and Abuse of Antibiotics, and their Consequences – The question I have for you is, are you using Medications, Antibiotics and Vaccinations Properly?

Our Special Guest is Dr. Rodrigo Gallar…

02:09:31  |   Mon 07 Nov 2022
Ep134 – Buying a Strain vs Making a Strain

Ep134 – Buying a Strain vs Making a Strain

What are the benefits of buying someone else's strain vs creating your own strain? I’m a firm believer that it’s better to create your own strain, then to rely on others to do it for you. Anytime you…

01:45:15  |   Mon 31 Oct 2022
Ep133 – Breeders Live Q&A

Ep133 – Breeders Live Q&A

Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Frank Bradley and Nancy Troiano – as they talk about the breeding of gamefowl and chickens, and the issues that affect breeders like you. In this episode of Bred …

01:44:11  |   Mon 17 Oct 2022
Ep132 – Who Benefits from Crossbreeding?

Ep132 – Who Benefits from Crossbreeding?

Crossbreeding is a very common method of breeding, but many are using it for the wrong reasons. The truth is, there are some unintended consequences from using this method, many of them are long last…

01:57:19  |   Mon 10 Oct 2022
Ep131 - THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SELECTION

Ep131 - THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SELECTION

Most breeders don’t know the importance of Selection. The truth is, selection is the difference between success and failure. You cannot create or improve a strain without some knowledge of selection.

01:27:12  |   Mon 03 Oct 2022
Ep130 – Breeding Methods Simplified

Ep130 – Breeding Methods Simplified

In this episode, we talk about the various methods of breeding, and the difference between breeding methods and breeding programs. Ask yourself, are you using the right method of breeding for the rig…

01:43:18  |   Mon 26 Sep 2022
Fan Favorite Episode - Mother Nature and the Natural Order of Selection

Fan Favorite Episode - Mother Nature and the Natural Order of Selection

This episode is a recording from 24 years ago, with my mentor, Tony Saville. We talk about natural selection and artificial selection, and its relationship to the breeding of chickens and gamefowl. I…

01:50:58  |   Mon 29 Aug 2022
Ep129 - Purity of Blood and the Evolution Factor - Part 8

Ep129 - Purity of Blood and the Evolution Factor - Part 8

Join Kenny Troiano, Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss what it takes to create, improve and maintain a pure strain.” Last week we talked about the Genetic Factor, and its role in the cr…

01:33:57  |   Mon 22 Aug 2022
Ep128 – Mycoplasma/CRD with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

Ep128 – Mycoplasma/CRD with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo

Today, we are talking with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo, a Poultry Veterinarian at UC Davis, about the concerning effects of Mycoplasma/CRD. We will address many of the misconceptions and beliefs related to …

01:05:16  |   Mon 15 Aug 2022
Fan Favorite Rerun – Chicken Chat with Tony Saville

Fan Favorite Rerun – Chicken Chat with Tony Saville

Many of you remember me mentioning my mentor, Tony Saville. Well I have great news, we have him on the show. In fact, this episode is a conversation between Tony, my wife Nancy and myself, Kenny Troi…

01:58:25  |   Mon 08 Aug 2022
Ep127 - Purity of Blood and the Genetics Factor - Part 7

Ep127 - Purity of Blood and the Genetics Factor - Part 7

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss what it takes to create, improve and maintain a pure strain,” Last week they talked about the Essential Requirements for Creating a Strain. In th…

02:03:57  |   Mon 25 Jul 2022
Ep126 - Purity of Blood and the Essential Requirements for Creating a Pure Strain - Part 6

Ep126 - Purity of Blood and the Essential Requirements for Creating a Pure Strain - Part 6

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss what it takes to create, improve and maintain a pure strain,” Last week we talked about the enemies of the breed. How peddlers and breeders who u…

01:51:41  |   Mon 18 Jul 2022
Ep125 - Purity of Blood and the Disintegration of the Breed - Part 5

Ep125 - Purity of Blood and the Disintegration of the Breed - Part 5

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss Purity of Blood and the Disintegration of the Breed. Last week we talked about why so many breeders fail to create a true strain. This time we’re…

01:57:08  |   Mon 11 Jul 2022
Ep124 - Purity of Blood and the Failures of the Modern-Day Breeder - Part 4

Ep124 - Purity of Blood and the Failures of the Modern-Day Breeder - Part 4

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss Purity of Blood, and the Failures of the Modern-Day Breeder. Last week we talked about how long it can take to create a true strain. This time we…

01:51:53  |   Mon 27 Jun 2022
Ep123 - Purity of Blood and the Curse of Father Time - Part 3

Ep123 - Purity of Blood and the Curse of Father Time - Part 3

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss Purity of Blood, and the Curse of Father Time. Last week we talked about what it takes to Perfect a Strain. This time we’re going to talk about h…

02:07:46  |   Mon 20 Jun 2022
Ep122 - Purity of Blood and the Road to Perfection - Part 2

Ep122 - Purity of Blood and the Road to Perfection - Part 2

Join Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley, as they discuss the Road to Perfection. Last week we talked about what it takes to preserve the breed. This time we’re going to talk about what it takes to impro…

01:49:02  |   Mon 13 Jun 2022
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