Broad Breasted Bronze

Choose Broad Breasted Bronze turkeys for high meat yield with distinctive bronze plumage. Toms reach 35-45 lbs and hens 20-25 lbs within 16-20 weeks. This breed matches the Broad Breasted White in growth rate and feed conversion but produces darker pin feathers, which can leave pigment spots on the skin after plucking.

Why It Works

The Broad Breasted Bronze delivers commercial-grade meat production with excellent breast meat proportion and rapid weight gain. Some direct-market farmers prefer this breed because customers associate the bronze plumage with heritage quality, even though it is a modern commercial cross.

Tips

• Scald carcasses at 140-145°F for 60-90 seconds to minimize visible pin feather marks on the skin
• Use the same 28% protein starter and 20% grower feed schedule as Broad Breasted Whites
• House with at least 5 sq ft per bird since they share the same leg and joint vulnerabilities as the White variety
• Market directly to consumers who value appearance and are willing to pay a premium over standard white turkeys