COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio hunters are looking forward to spring wild turkey seasons beginning in April, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Ohio’s spring turkey season is a highly anticipated tradition that has occurred annually since 1966. Ohio’s 2024 youth wild turkey hunting season is Saturday, April 13 and … Read more
With the holidays coming up, you may be looking for a tasty smoked turkey to serve as the star of your festive meals. Smoking imparts incredible flavor that takes turkey to the next level. But finding high-quality pre-smoked turkey near you can be tricky. In this guide, I’ll share the best places to purchase smoked … Read more
Grilling turkey tips is a quick and easy way to enjoy delicious turkey year-round. But getting the grill time right is key to ensuring the turkey comes out moist flavorful and safe to eat. This comprehensive guide will teach you exactly how long to grill turkey tenderloins based on thickness and doneness. What Are Turkey … Read more
For many hunters, spring turkey season is a highlight of the year in West Virginia. The excitement of calling in a responsive tom turkey is hard to beat. But successfully harvesting one of these wary birds takes preparation and understanding the hunting regulations. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about … Read more
When it comes to electric roaster oven size, it depends on the size of your turkey. Most electric roasters range in size from 16-quart-capacity to 22-quart-capacity. In general, a roaster can hold the weight of its capacity plus four pounds. Therefore, an 18-quart roaster can hold a 22-pound turkey, and a 20-quart roaster can hold … Read more
I guess we all would rather call plenty to a bird, to the point of excess, than to keep things to a minimum. I know I would. I love to hear one gobble and, when I’m the reason he is gobbling, I have to watch myself or I will get tangled up in spending more … Read more
Lucky you, with leftover cooked turkey! That means you made sure to have enough for everyone to have a great meal (and hopefully some next-day sandwiches) and STILL had extra. Smart. I always plan to make a larger turkey than necessary. There are so many recipes to make with leftover cooked turkey, from split pea … Read more
They are super sweet, have wonderful personalities, and are great family birds. Last year, we raised broad breasted turkeys, and since we didnt really know the difference between heritage breeds and broad breasted, we just purchased the first turkeys we came across. I recently wrote an article about why we chose to raise heritage turkeys … Read more
Whether youre cooking your first Thanksgiving dinner or trying to put on an impressive Christmas feast, roasting a whole turkey can seem a bit intimidating. We recommend starting with an easy traditional turkey recipe thats likely to come out well even if you make a few minor mistakes. Make sure that your turkey is thawed … Read more
Blackhead disease, caused by the organism Histomonas meleagridis, has been a persistent challenge for turkey flocks in the poultry industry. Its rapid spread, high mortality rates, and the potential for secondary bacterial infections have made it a cause for concern among backyard poultry raisers, farm owners, and industry professionals. The infection easily spreads through contaminated … Read more