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B E S T

Turkey Breeds

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While most turkey breeds are perfect for meat, you’ll get a different result from one breed to another.

Beltsville Small Whites are primarily a meat breed, and they are one of the best turkey breeds for meat.

Beltsville Small White Turkey

Black Spanish Turkeys are primarily meat birds. Their meat’s superior flavor is captivating.

Black Spanish Turkey

The Bourbon Red breed is a meat breed, and people keep Bourbon Reds primarily for meat production.

Bourbon Red Turkey

Bronze Turkeys are medium to large-sized. The toms weigh around 25 pounds on average, while the hens weigh about 16 pounds.

Bronze Turkey