Meat Birds
What poultry is only for butchering?
Some poultry breeds are raised specifically for meat because they grow very large very quickly.
Poultry raised for meat purposes
Jumbo Cornish Cross chickens are used for meat purposes only. They are not intended to be long-term laying hens or backyard pets.
White Broad Breasted Turkeys and Bronze Broad Breasted Turkeys are also mostly purchased for meat because they grow to a large size quickly.
Jumbo Cornish Cross Chickens
These chickens are only used for meat purposes and should be butchered at the appropriate time.
White Broad Breasted Turkeys
These turkeys are mostly purchased for meat and grow quickly to a large size.
Bronze Broad Breasted Turkeys
These turkeys are also commonly raised for meat because of their fast growth and large size.
These birds grow fast
Jumbo Cornish Cross chickens and Broad Breasted Turkeys grow to a large size very quickly.
If they are not butchered at the appropriate time, they may develop serious health problems, including heart attacks or leg problems.
Quick summary
| Poultry Type | Primary Purpose |
|---|---|
| Jumbo Cornish Cross chickens | Meat only |
| White Broad Breasted Turkeys | Mostly meat |
| Bronze Broad Breasted Turkeys | Mostly meat |
These birds are best suited for customers who are prepared to raise them for meat and butcher them at the proper age.