In this episode of the Homesteading for Beginners podcast, host Mona Weathers delves into the benefits of raising quail for meat and eggs, especially for those with small-scale or suburban homesteads. Special guest Jasmine Bass shares her journey of transitioning to quail raising, discussing their nutritional perks, ease of care, and space efficiency. Jasmine recounts her struggles with chicken egg allergies and how quail eggs proved to be a healthier alternative. They also explore different housing options, feed strategies, and potential challenges with quail. This informative chat is perfect for both new homesteaders and those considering adding quail to their homestead. Plus, learn about Quail 101, an extensive online course aimed at helping beginners master quail raising.

Watch the video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nbDMtVjZbpY 

Connect with Jasmine here:

Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thymeandtimber/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thymeandtimberhomestead/
Self Sufficient Quail FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfsufficientquail
Quail 101 Course: https://learn.quailuniversity.com/courses/quail-101?ref=e29538

Mona's Info:

Free Homesteading for Beginners Checklist: http://healthyhomesteading.com/checklist
Mona's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_mona/
Homesteading for Beginners YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthy_homesteading
Listen to the podcast on your favorite podcast player: https://plinkhq.com/i/1636732326

00:00 Introduction to Quail Benefits
00:32 Homesteading Journey and Community
01:50 Meeting Jasmine Bass
03:03 Getting Started with Quail
04:00 Jasmine's Homesteading Experience
06:12 Quail Varieties and Benefits
17:47 Housing Options for Quail
21:55 Reducing Feed Waste for Quail
23:22 Cost Comparison: Quail vs. Chickens
23:59 Managing Quail Population and Feed
25:54 Supplemental Feeding for Quail
27:50 Addressing Aggression in Quail
31:12 Cons of Raising Quail
34:44 Introducing Quail University
37:50 Community and Resources for Quail Enthusiasts