Day Old Local Turkey | Half Carton (20 Poults per Carton)

Our Day Old Local Turkey | Half Carton (20 Poults per Carton) offer a cost-effective entry for small and medium-scale farmers looking to start or expand turkey production. Locally bred for resilience, these poults thrive in free-range and low-input systems with minimal medication requirements.
Each half carton contains 20 healthy, active poults sourced from reliable hatcheries.

Features of Day Old Local Turkey | Half Carton (20 Poults per Carton):

1. Locally bred poults adapted to tropical climate
2. High natural disease resistance: minimal vaccination required
3. 20 poults per carton (half-carton package)
4. Thrive in free-range and extensive systems
5. Low feeding cost utilizes local feed sources easily
6. Strong, active poults with excellent survival rate
7. Perfect for small farms, low-budget setups, and starter flocks

Characteristics:

1. Age: Day-old (0 days old)
2. Breed: Local Turkey Breed
3. Growth Rate: Moderately fast (matures at 6–7 months)
4. Temperament: Hardy, adaptable, suitable for open environments
5. Feeding Behavior: Accepts both local feed ingredients and standard formulated feed
6. Environmental Tolerance: Very high heat, weather changes, natural foraging
7. Medical Needs: Low minimal vaccination required

Applications:

1. Backyard turkey farming
2. Small-to-medium-scale poultry operations
3. Free-range and extensive turkey production
4. Native turkey breeding programs
5. Low-budget livestock farming projects
6. Supplementary income for homesteads and family farms

Benefits and Advantages:

1. Lower cost of production than foreign turkey breeds
2. Reduced feed expenses due to flexible foraging and diet
3. Fewer disease outbreaks thanks to natural hardiness
4. Higher survival rate, especially for new farmers
5. Less dependence on medications and management complexity
6. Perfect for farmers who prefer natural, low-input systems
7. Highly profitable for native turkey markets due to strong demand

Handling & Brooding Recommendations:

1. Brooder temperature: 35°C – 37°C in the first week
2. Use clean bedding (wood shavings recommended)
3. Provide antibiotics/vitamins for the first few days to support immunity
4. Make clean water and crumble feed available immediately
5. Make sure brooder is draft-free with proper ventilation