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Turkeys

Broad Breasted White Turkeys: Large Meat Bird Guide

Not raised for eggsCold hardyHeat hardy

Breed specifications

Broad Breasted White at a glance

Purpose
Not raised for eggs, not an egg layer
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes

This turkey is one of the most common and largest breeds available in the United States. The Broad Breasted White’s size makes it a great addition to any table. The mature female weight at 20 weeks is 25 pounds, and the males will mature at about 45 pounds. Poults will have yellow down feathers that will be more of a buff color on their heads. They will have pink feet and beaks.

Varieties

Common questions

Broad Breasted White questions, answered

Is the Broad Breasted White cold and heat hardy?

The Broad Breasted White is cold hardy and heat hardy.

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