Farm Like a Lunatic with Joel Salatin
Farm Like a Lunatic with Joel Salatin
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Pastured Broilers Session 17: Processing Logistics Part 2

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May 5, 2026

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Unlock the secrets to efficient and profitable on-farm poultry processing with farming legend Joel Salatin. In Session 17 - Processing Logistics Part 2, Joel demonstrates the precise, meticulous techniques for eviscerating chickens, focusing on minimizing waste and maximizing quality. He reveals how focusing on technique over strength can lead to significant cost savings—up to $14,000 a year on a 20,000 bird operation by avoiding sloppy processing. Learn the specific methods used on his farm, from the first cut to the final, two-stage chill.

Key Takeaways:

- Pull the head off to ensure a clean vertebrae break and avoid bone shards.

- Utilize "poking and tearing" rather than deep cutting to avoid rupturing intestines.

- Save money by preserving fat and avoiding unnecessary loss of skin during evisceration.

- Proper chilling requires a two-stage process to maintain quality and allow the bird to relax

Warning: This video does contain actual chicken processing so be prepared.

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