Since most turkeys are raised as meat birds, many people wonder, “Do turkeys lay eggs?” The short answer is yes. Turkey eggs are known to be just as nutritious as chicken eggs, with a strong shell and larger yolk. Hens lay an average of two eggs per week compared to the daily egg of a chicken.

How often do broad breasted turkeys lay eggs?

These turkeys become sexually mature at 5 to 6 months of age and females will lay an egg every other day in the spring and early summer beginning at 6 or 7 months old.

Will broad breasted turkeys reproduce?

Because they are broad breasted, it is difficult for them to mate naturally. Many times they are bred through artificial insemination. Bronze and white broad breasted turkeys are available at most poultry hatcheries and also at many farm stores (in the spring). ... Raising baby turkeys is similar to raising baby chickens.