Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs – Assorted Hatchery Choice
AV Bird Hatchery
Product Information
Description
Assorted Hatchery Choice Heritage Turkey Eggs
Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs
There is something different about raising heritage turkeys. They are slower, smarter, hardier, and flat-out more interesting than the commercial birds most people are used to seeing. These Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs give you a chance to hatch a mixed group of old-line turkey breeds right at home.
This is a Hatchery Choice assortment, which means we select the eggs based on what is laying well, what is fertile, and what is available at the time your order is packed. You will receive a mix of at least two heritage turkey breeds, and every order is chosen with the same goal: send you fresh, viable eggs worth putting in the incubator.
Selection
Hatchery Choice
We choose the breed mix based on current fertility, laying, and availability.
Hatch Time
About 28 Days
Turkey eggs need steady incubation and should be set in a tested incubator.
Best For
Homesteads
A strong choice for keepers who want real heritage birds, not factory genetics.
What Breeds Could Be Included?
Your order will include a hand-selected mix from our heritage turkey breeding pens. Depending on the season and availability, your assortment may include breeds such as:
- Eastern Wild Turkey
- Bourbon Red Turkey
- Royal Palm Turkey
- Blue Slate Turkey
- Chocolate Turkey
You may receive more eggs from one breed than another. That is part of the deal with a hatchery-choice assortment. We do not force an even split just to make the box look neat. We pack what gives you the best shot at a strong hatch from the breeds available at that time.
Why Choose Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs?
Heritage turkeys are built for people who actually like raising poultry. They grow slower than commercial meat turkeys, but they bring more personality, better natural instincts, stronger foraging ability, and the kind of breed character you simply do not get from broad-breasted production birds.
More Variety in Your Flock
A mixed assortment gives you a better chance to raise a flock with different colors, temperaments, and bloodline traits.
Real Homestead Value
Heritage turkeys are useful birds for small farms, breeding programs, pasture setups, and serious backyard keepers.
Better Natural Instincts
These birds are known for stronger movement, foraging, alertness, and long-term breeding potential compared to commercial strains.
Limited Seasonal Availability
Turkey laying seasons are not unlimited. When fertility is good, eggs move fast. Waiting usually means missing the window.
Incubating Heritage Turkey Eggs
Turkey eggs typically take about 28 days to hatch. Before your eggs arrive, have your incubator cleaned, running, and checked with a reliable thermometer and hygrometer. Hatching eggs are not the place to wing it. Temperature swings, poor humidity, rough handling, or delays before setting can all hurt your hatch.
| Stage | Timing | What Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Set Eggs | Day 1 | Let shipped eggs settle, then place them in a stable incubator. |
| Development | Days 1–25 | Keep temperature steady, manage humidity, and turn eggs consistently. |
| Lockdown | Final 3 Days | Stop turning, raise humidity, and keep the incubator closed. |
| Hatch | Around Day 28 | Let poults dry and strengthen before moving them to the brooder. |
Order & Shipping Information
- Product: Hatchery Choice Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs
- Breed Mix: At least two heritage turkey breeds included, depending on availability.
- Season: Shipping begins at the end of March for the 2026 season.
- Shipping Schedule: Orders are typically scheduled about 1 week after purchase and ship on the next available Tuesday or Wednesday.
- Availability: Limited quantities. Order early if you want a spot in the hatching season.
- Sexing: Hatching eggs are not sexed. Any poults that hatch will be straight run.
Want a specific breed? Order that breed directly instead of choosing this assortment. This product is for buyers who want variety and are comfortable letting the hatchery choose the mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
What breeds come in the Heritage Turkey Hatching Eggs assortment?
You will receive at least two heritage breeds. Possible breeds include Eastern Wild, Bourbon Red, Royal Palm, Blue Slate, and Chocolate Turkey, depending on availability.
Can I choose the exact breeds I receive?
Not with this assortment. This is Hatchery Choice, which means we choose the breed mix based on fertility, laying, and current availability. To choose a specific breed, order that breed separately.
How long do heritage turkey eggs take to hatch?
Heritage turkey eggs usually take about 28 days to hatch when incubated under steady conditions.
Are the poults sexed?
No. Hatching eggs cannot be sexed. Any poults that hatch from these eggs will be straight run.
When do these turkey hatching eggs ship?
Shipping begins at the end of March for the 2026 season. Orders are generally scheduled about 1 week after purchase and ship on the next available Tuesday or Wednesday.