Bred to Perfection

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 foundation pair ("Adam & Eve")
What makes a strain "true breeding" and how to know you've achieved it
Why introducing new blood can destroy your progress
The power of inbreeding, line-breeding, and clan mating (when done right)
How the Founder's Program can help you reach your goals faster
And why patience, selection, and biosecurity are non-negotiable
Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to refine your strain, this episode will give you the tools and mindset needed to breed with purpose, and leave a legacy in your poultry yard.
Don't just breed birds. Build a strain.
#BredToPerfection #PoultryBreeding #ChickenBreeding #GamefowlBreeding #TrueBreeding #BloodlineDevelopment #LineBreeding #SelectiveBreeding #BreedingStrains #HeritagePoultry #PoultryGenetics #BreedWithPurpose
Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains.  Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. 
Watch Bred to Perfection Live - Friday's at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability-all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains.
See ya there!
Kenny Troiano
Founder of "The Breeders Academy" 
We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. 
If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. 
We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl.
If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com

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 your work. In this must-listen episode, we dive deep into:
What Avian Leukosis Virus really is - and why it's not "just another disease"
The difference between ALV and Marek's Disease (stop confusing the two!)
How vertical transmission through the egg silently spreads ALV
Why most infected birds look healthy - but can still ruin your strain
The four classes of ALV infection- and which birds are safe to breed
Real-world strategies to test, cull, and breed for resistance
The critical role of biosecurity, quarantine, and record keeping
How top breeders are eliminating ALV and future-proofing their flocks
Dr. Gallardo also shares insights from the Gamefowl Wellness Program in Southern California and explains why targeted health and breeding strategies are more important than ever for today's breeders.
If you care about your birds, your program, and your reputation as a breeder, this episode is essential listening.
Because breeding isn't just about what you can see - it's about eliminating the threats you can't.
Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
Want to learn more? Join the Breeders Academy for exclusive content, mentorship, and disease-prevention tools.
#GamefowlBreeding #AvianLeukosis #PoultryHealth #BredToPerfection #Biosecurity #SelectiveBreeding #ChickenBreeding
Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains.  Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. 
Watch Bred to Perfection Live - Friday's at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability-all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains.
See ya there!
Kenny Troiano
Founder of "The Breeders Academy" 
We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. 
If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. 
We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl.
If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com

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 standard.
Kenny shares his frustration over a heated Facebook dispute involving a group to push a new American Gamefowl standard into the APA's Standard of Perfection. He breaks down his objections to their proposals, ranging from the light red/yellow leg variety and pea comb inclusion to allowing progressive white and renaming the breed "American Pit Game." Kenny explains why true standards must be built on uniformity, consistency, and repeatability, and why defects like progressive white should be bred out, not accepted.
The conversation expands into the importance of breeder mindset, the difference between "pure families" and performance-based selection, and the long-term consequences of ignoring genetic fundamentals. Kenny also outlines his plan to collaborate with Brian Reeder to produce educational material focused on understanding and eliminating progressive white.
The episode wraps up with a lively Q&A session covering practical breeding challenges, including:
Feather picking in chicks
Managing skittish behavior
When and why to cull birds at any age
Building strains from trios or crosses
Color genetics, including spangled and blue varieties
Packed with strong opinions, real-world experience, and actionable advice, this episode sets the stage for next week's in-depth debates, while delivering valuable insights for breeders at every level.
#PoultryBreeding #Gamefowl #ChickenGenetics #BreedingPrograms #AmericanGamefowl #PoultryStandards #SelectiveBreeding #BackyardPoultry #ChickenBreeders #LivestockGenetics #HomesteadingLife #AvianGenetics
Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains.  Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. 
Watch Bred to Perfection Live - Mondays and Fridays at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability—all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains.
See ya there!
Kenny Troiano
Founder of "The Breeders Academy" 
We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. 
If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. 
We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl.
If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com

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 an experienced breeder looking to improve your breeding program, this episode will help you understand how the Academy can help you create, improve, and maintain superior strains through proven breeding methods, proper selection practices, and a solid understanding of genetics.
During this in-depth tour, you'll discover:
The different membership levels and what each includes
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced learning tracks
The Founders Program and its step-by-step strain-building system
The Masters Class Video Series
Poultry genetics and inheritance courses
Advanced breeding programs and mating systems
Record-keeping and selection programs
Health care, nutrition, and disease prevention resources
Members-only coaching calls and live Q&A sessions
Daily articles, video archives, audio programs, and podcast libraries
Downloadable charts, study guides, glossaries, and breeder resources
Private community groups and member forums
Expert contributions from leading authorities in genetics, health care, and breeding
Kenny also explains how the Academy helps breeders avoid costly mistakes, shorten the learning curve, and develop more consistent and predictable results in their breeding programs.
You'll learn how members use the Academy to strengthen their understanding of genetics, improve brood fowl selection, preserve valuable bloodlines, and develop families of fowl that breed true generation after generation.
If you've ever wanted to build your own strain, improve an existing bloodline, or simply become a more knowledgeable breeder, this episode offers a firsthand look at the tools, training, and support available inside the Breeders Academy.
Breeding excellence doesn't happen by accident, it begins with education, proper selection, and a clear breeding plan.
Join us as we explore the Breeders Academy and discover how serious breeders are using proven breeding principles to build better bloodlines and create strains that stand the test of time.
#BreedersAcademy #PoultryBreeding #StrainDevelopment #BreedingGenetics #SelectiveBreeding #BreedersLife #PoultryGenetics #BackyardBreeder #LivestockBreeding #BreedingProgram #FatherDaySpecial #BuildBetterStrains
See ya there!
Kenny Troiano
Founder of "The Breeders Academy"
We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. 
If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. 
We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl.
If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com

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 selective breeding paired with ruthless culling is the breeder's most powerful tool.
You'll learn how to build healthier birds through natural exposure, proper environment, gut health, biosecurity, and management practices that support the immune system rather than replace it. We discuss the dangers of overusing medications, how to identify truly resistant birds, and the role hens play in passing on vitality and immune strength.
Whether you're building a new family or improving an existing strain, this episode delivers the practical steps and long-term strategy needed to create stronger, tougher, more resilient gamefowl, birds that thrive without medications and stand the test of time.
If your goal is to produce birds that stay healthy, grow strong, and pass their vigor to the next generation, this is a must-listen.
#DiseaseResistance #SelectiveBreeding #GamefowlBreeding #PoultryGenetics #NaturalImmunity #HealthyBloodlines #BreedingForVigor #GamefowlHealth #PoultryManagement #ResilientBirds #SustainableBreeding #StrongerStrains
Make sure to follow and watch our future shows. We plan to dive deep into the world of breeding and genetics, nutrition and health management, and provide essential tips, so you too can create high quality strains.  Whether you're breeding domestic chickens, gamefowl, or various types of livestock, this show is for you. 
Watch Bred to Perfection Live - Friday's at 6 PM PST / 9 PM EST on YouTube - Join Kenny Troiano and guests as they explore advanced breeding techniques, poultry nutrition, health management, and genetic sustainability—all with one goal: helping you create high-quality, long-lasting strains.
See ya there!
Kenny Troiano
Founder of "The Breeders Academy" 
We specialize in breeding, and breeding related topics. This includes proper selection practices and the use of proven breeding programs. It is our mission to provide our followers and members a greater understanding of poultry breeding, poultry genetics, poultry health care and disease prevention, and how to improve the production and performance ability of your fowl. 
If you are interested in creating a strain, or improving your established strain, you are in the right place. 
We also want to encourage you to join us at the Breeders Academy, where we will not only help you increase your knowledge of breeding and advance your skills as a breeder, but improve the quality and performance of your fowl.
If you would like to learn more, go to: https://www.breedersacademy.com