More Than a Pretty Bird: Purposeful Poultry Breeding and Exhibition with Jeff Duguay
Modern Farming1 Aug 2025

More Than a Pretty Bird: Purposeful Poultry Breeding and Exhibition with Jeff Duguay

In this episode of Modern Farming, we sit down with Dr. Jeff Duguay, a lifelong poultry enthusiast, wildlife biologist, and Director of Game Species Management for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. With decades of experience in both the scientific and exhibition sides of poultry, Jeff offers a rare and fascinating perspective on the world of chickens—from backyard flocks to show arenas.

🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • How Jeff’s rural Maine upbringing and love for birds led him to a career in wildlife ecology and ornithology
  • The fundamentals of selective breeding, and why improving traits is both a science and an art
  • Why the incredible diversity of chicken breeds means there’s a bird for everyone—and how to find one that fits your goals
  • A deep dive into the world of poultry shows: how judging works, what judges look for, and how breeders prepare their birds
  • Why Jeff believes you shouldn’t show birds to win—but to celebrate their beauty and enjoy the experience

Whether you're a 4-H kid with a backyard coop, a seasoned breeder, or just poultry-curious, this episode is packed with wisdom from one of America’s most decorated poultry exhibitors.

🎤 About our guest:

Jeff Duguay holds a Ph.D. in Wildlife Management and is a Master Breeder and Grand Master Exhibitor of Birchen Modern Game Bantams. He’s authored nine books, mostly focused on exhibition poultry, and is an influential voice in both the conservation and show poultry communities.

🐔 Want to get started in show poultry or learn more?

This episode is your perfect primer.


🔗 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

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