Bred to Perfection

Today, we're sharing a prerecorded conversation I had with Brian Reeder about Progressive White, a deleterious trait that is affecting many poultry breeds and varieties, particularly American Games.

Unfortunately, many breeders either don't believe Progressive White is a problem or are intentionally breeding to perpetuate the trait within their bloodlines. Even more concerning, there is a movement to have American Games accepted in...

Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts, Nancy Troiano and Frank Bradley – as they talk about the Art of Selective Breeding, and what it takes to create a strain. We address issues that affect breeders, just like you. In this episode of "Bred to Perfection Live," we are going to discuss questions that I have asked my followers and members on my Facebook Page to contemplate, and today we are here to answer those questions. This is...

What does it really take to build a bloodline that lasts generations?

In this episode of Bred to Perfection, Kenny and Nancy Troiano uncover the long-term strategies behind creating a true breeding strain of chickens and gamefowl. If you're tired of unpredictable results and want to establish a flock that breeds uniform, consistent, and reliable offspring, this episode is for you.

You'll learn:

• How to select your ideal foundat...

In this eye-opening episode of Bred to Perfection, hosts Kenny and Nancy Troiano sit down with Dr. Rodrigo Gallardo, veterinary pathologist and avian disease expert, to uncover one of the most dangerous and overlooked threats in poultry breeding: Avian Leukosis Virus (ALV).

Whether you're building a high-performance gamefowl strain, preserving heritage bloodlines, or improving your backyard flock, ALV could be silently sabotaging y...

A discussion that addresses the Challenges, Standards, and Solutions

Bred to Perfection: The Progressive White Problem, Standards Debate & Breeding Q&A

In this episode, Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy return and provide updates and announce that Tony Saville will be back on June 12 for a multi-episode discussion tackling some of the most debated topics in the gamefowl world, including inbreeding and the American Gamefowl s...

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to be a member of the Breeders Academy?

In this special episode of Bred to Perfection, hosts Kenny Troiano and Nancy Troiano, take you behind the scenes for an exclusive tour of the Breeders Academy website and show you why it has become one of the most comprehensive educational resources available for gamefowl, poultry, and animal breeders.

Whether you're just getting started or you're ...

How selective breeding, natural immunity, and smart management create healthier, stronger, long-lasting strains.

In this episode, we will talk about one of the most important, and often misunderstood, topics in chicken and gamefowl breeding: developing true, natural disease resistance within your bloodlines. We break down why disease resistance is a polygenic trait, how epigenetics and mitochondrial DNA shape health, and why select...

In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood topics in the breeding of chickens and gamefowl: the supposed divide between pure birds, show birds, and performance birds.
Spoiler, when breeding is done right, these aren't three different birds. They are the same bird, shaped through balanced selection, structural correctness, health, vigor, and strict adherence to the breed standard.

We explore how true strains ar...

A Guide for Chicken and Gamefowl Breeders

Are you ready to take your breeding program to the next level? In this episode, host Kenny Troiano and co-host Frank Bradley talk about the heart of what makes a true breeder: selection. Based on Kenny's proven, five-stage method, this episode of Bred to Perfection is your blueprint for choosing the right brood fowl, whether you're starting a new strain or improving an existing one.

You'll ...

What separates a flock from a true strain? In this episode, we discuss the uncompromising world of selective breeding. From disease resistance to maternal instinct, we break down the essential traits every serious breeder must define—and defend—to shape a predictable, high-performing bloodline.

You'll learn:

• The key selection points that form the foundation of a lasting strain
• Why uniformity in type and color signa...

For every serious chicken and gamefowl breeder, the ultimate goal is to build a true strain, a consistent, high-performing, and reliable family of birds that reflects your vision and breeding ideals. But here's the truth: no matter your starting point, you'll never get there without mastering the power of selection.

In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood, and most essential, elements of successful breeding...

Have you ever wondered how we ended up with chickens that lay 300 eggs a year or grow to market weight in just a few weeks? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the science behind chicken breeds and commercial strains—and it's more than just DNA.

Join us as we explore how evolutionary mechanisms like natural selection, artificial selection, genetic drift, gene flow, and mutation shape the chickens we know today. But we'r...

Cutting through feed myths and faulty practices to focus on the genetics, selection, and standards that shape better chickens.

Kenny Troiano and his wife Nancy kick things off with a series of audio and setup mishaps that quickly turn into a lively, unscripted Friday night Q&A. Shifting gears, Kenny shares exciting announcements, including upcoming guests, like Mike Sayers of M&M Exhibition Poultry Podcast and the President...

In this episode, we talk about one of the most misunderstood—but absolutely essential elements of successful breeding: SELECTION. While health, structure, and well-planned breeding programs are important, without strategic selection, long-term success is impossible.

We explore why selection is the driving force behind strain improvement, how it supports the development of new lines, and why so many breeders fall short by misa...

Inbreeding, Genetics & Feeding for the Future

In the world of poultry breeding, few names stir thoughtful conversation quite like Brian Reeder. Known for his deep understanding of avian genetics and dedication to the craft of creating true strains, Brian recently hosted a live session diving deep into some of the most misunderstood, and often controversial, aspects of chicken breeding. From polygenic traits and disease resistan...

In this episode, we talk about one of the most polarizing topics for many breeders: outcrossing. Is it a powerful tool to refresh a bloodline, or a fast track to genetic chaos?

From hybrid vigor and genetic diversity to the loss of breed identity and the dangers of scatter breeding, we break down the pros and cons of outcrossing in clear, practical terms. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just getting started, this episode offer...

Breaking Down the Biggest Breeding Myths Breeders Face and how finding a way to Move Forward

In this episode of Bred to Perfection podcast, hosts Kenny Troiano and Frank Bradley sits down with Douglas Bruce for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on breeding, education, and the growing problem of misinformation in the gamefowl community.

Together, they explore how they first connected through their shared commitment to accurat...

Unwanted Traits, Recessive Surprises, and the Genetic Tools Every Serious Breeder Must Master

Every breeder eventually faces it, that moment when a hidden flaw suddenly appears in a line you've spent years refining. Is it a throwback? Bad luck? A hidden recessive? Or a deeper genetic issue waiting to surface?

In this episode, we break down why good strains sometimes reveal bad traits, and more importantly, how to correct those prob...

This episode talks about key glossary terms, scientific principles, and advanced concepts related to breeding, whether you're a novice or a seasoned breeder. This episode also unpacks critical terms, like gene recombination, selective breeding strategies, polygenic traits, and hybrid vigor, helping you expand your breeding knowledge and improve your vocabulary. Perfect for anyone looking to refine their understanding of genetics an...