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Broad-Breasted Bronze

Commercial meat turkey. Heaviest table breed - toms reach 30-40 lb in 14-18 weeks. NOT heritage; cannot mate naturally. Workhorse of supermarket Thanksgiving.

About this breed

Quick facts: Broad-Breasted Bronze

OriginUSA - commercial hybrid
Eggs per year~100
Egg colorCream
Egg sizeLarge

Personality & temperament

Best for: commercial meat

Buying tips

  • Confirm NPIP status before any interstate shipment.
  • Day-old chicks ship USPS Express Mail; allow 24-72h transit and brood at 95F first week.
  • Ask about vaccinations (Marek's especially) and parent-stock provenance.
  • Show-quality birds command a premium - APA-recognized varieties only.
  • Live arrival guaranteed via our optional Tier 1/2/3 program when you check out.

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