How to Raise Turkeys - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal brooding temperature for turkey poults in their first week?
A) 60-65°F
B) 70-75°F
C) 95-100°F
D) 80-85°F
  • 2. What is the most common breed of commercially raised turkey?
A) Bourbon Red
B) Broad Breasted White
C) Narragansett
D) Black Spanish
  • 3. Why is it important to provide grit to turkeys?
A) Boosts their immune system
B) Keeps them entertained
C) Provides calcium
D) Aids digestion
  • 4. What is 'poults' referring to?
A) Adult female turkeys
B) Castrated male turkeys
C) Baby turkeys
D) Adult male turkeys
  • 5. What should be done to prevent cannibalism in turkeys?
A) Keep them in the dark
B) Remove all toys
C) Provide adequate space
D) Restrict their food intake
  • 6. What is a common health concern in turkeys that can be caused by unsanitary conditions?
A) Pneumonia
B) Blackhead
C) Bird Flu
D) Common Cold
  • 7. At what age do turkeys typically reach market weight?
A) 2-3 weeks
B) 14-20 weeks
C) 4-6 weeks
D) 24-28 weeks
  • 8. What is the best type of flooring for a turkey brooding pen?
A) Wire mesh
B) Dirt
C) Dry wood shavings
D) Concrete
  • 9. What is the purpose of a 'turkey saddle'?
A) Keep the turkey warm
B) Train the turkey
C) Identify the turkey's owner
D) Protect the hen's back from mating
  • 10. What is the primary component of a good turkey diet?
A) High-protein feed
B) Table scraps
C) Corn
D) Grass
  • 11. What is the function of a snood on a turkey?
A) Display and communication
B) Sense of smell
C) Navigation
D) Hearing
  • 12. What is the best way to introduce new turkeys to an existing flock?
A) Quarantine and gradual introduction
B) Immediately release them
C) Isolate them permanently
D) Spray them with water
  • 13. What vitamin is most important for turkey poults early development?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin E
C) Vitamin D
D) Vitamin C
  • 14. Which predator is most likely to hunt adult turkeys?
A) Squirrels
B) Earthworms
C) Coyotes
D) Rabbits
  • 15. What does 'range rearing' refer to?
A) Raising turkeys indoors
B) Feeding turkeys only grass
C) Allowing turkeys to roam freely
D) Keeping turkeys in cages
  • 16. What is the best method for cleaning a turkey pen?
A) Use harsh chemicals
B) Never clean the pen
C) Remove soiled bedding regularly
D) Burn the pen
  • 17. How often should water be changed for turkeys?
A) Monthly
B) Only when empty
C) Weekly
D) Daily
  • 18. What is the purpose of adding probiotics to turkey feed?
A) Improve gut health
B) Improve meat flavor
C) Enhance feather growth
D) Increase egg production
  • 19. What is the best way to control rodents in a turkey farm?
A) Integrated pest management
B) Ignore them
C) Release cats
D) Use poison indiscriminately
  • 20. What is the most common cause of leg problems in fast-growing turkeys?
A) Rapid weight gain
B) Vitamin deficiency
C) Cold weather
D) Lack of exercise
  • 21. How much space should each turkey poult have in the brooder?
A) 0.5 square feet
B) 5-10 square feet
C) 10+ square feet
D) 1-4 square feet
  • 22. Which of the following is a sign of a healthy turkey?
A) Dull eyes and ruffled feathers
B) Loss of appetite
C) Bright eyes and clean feathers
D) Lethargy
  • 23. What is the gestation period for turkeys?
A) 21 days
B) 42 days
C) 28 days
D) 35 days
  • 24. Why is biosecurity important when raising turkeys?
A) Reduce feed costs
B) Increase meat production
C) Improve egg quality
D) Prevent disease outbreaks
  • 25. What is the ideal humidity level for a turkey brooder?
A) 20-30%
B) 80-90%
C) 0-10%
D) 50-70%
  • 26. What is the term for a castrated male turkey?
A) Hen
B) Capon
C) Tom
D) Poult
  • 27. What is the best way to transport turkeys?
A) In well-ventilated crates
B) Tied together by their feet
C) In sealed containers
D) Loose in a truck bed
  • 28. What is an important factor to consider when choosing a turkey breed?
A) Growth rate and meat yield
B) How loudly they gobble
C) Feather color
D) Ability to fly
  • 29. What is a good source of calcium for laying turkeys?
A) Oyster shells
B) Wood chips
C) Gravel
D) Sand
  • 30. What does the term 'brooding' mean in the context of raising turkeys?
A) Preparing turkeys for slaughter
B) Providing warmth for young poults
C) Incubating eggs
D) Selecting breeding stock
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