Episode 2309 – On this Friday’s show Vinnie Tortorich speaks again with Dr. Gregory Martin Ph.D., PAS, and they discuss the avian flu, the status of poultry, and much more.
THE STATUS OF POULTRY
- After a couple of minutes of introductory chat, Vinnie asks Dr. Martin about the current status of poultry flocks and the avian flu. (6:00)
- Anything you find in the store right now should be good; Dr. Martin explains why.
- A brief mention of Foghorn Leghorn leads to some talk of vintage cartoons. (17:50)
- And talk of vintage cartoons leads to talking about some travel talk about beautiful areas of the United States to visit.
- As the two venture back to talking about chickens and other poultry, Dr. Martin answers some questions regarding their nutritional value, and why there is a difference between dark meat and white meat. (33:30)
- Dr. Martin shares his trick on how to properly calibrate a meat thermometer. (42:00)
- Vinnie has some questions about large birds like ostrich and emus. (45:45)
- Vinnie and Dr. Martin also discuss a good varied diet and they chat about being an omnivore. (51:00)
- That is an omnivore, except for eggplant.
- Vinnie explains why he advocates staying away from sugars, including his personal cancer story.
- Dr. Martin recommends going to the USDA APHIS website to Defend the Flock, to read more about how to protect your chickens.
- You can find more about Dr. Gregory Martin at Penn State Extension and his work at: extension.psu.edu.
- PLUS… Vinnie reveals an NSNG® FOODS special Promo Code. (LISTEN FOR IT!)
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