Mike Rowe's Quest to Discover A Better CHICKEN | FULL EPISODE | Somebody's Gotta Do It

[@BadWordsAreMyLoveLanguage]

I was fortunate enough to have Mike film DJ at my family's farm (Alpaca Shearing) here in NorCal. I can attest that he is even better in person than he seems on film. Just a really good dude.

[@peachykeen7634]

So rare in TV. Glad it was a positive experience.

[@kennethellison9713]

I never met him, but I love the guy.

[@datahoundhunter]

A kind man

[@katherinerichardson2273]

He seems like a nice interesting guy that enjoys meeting people

[@rushrule1]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, Mike Rowe is a national treasure!!!!

[@markcatanzaro9699]

You said a mouthful!!! this man is truly a national treasure!!!

[@DavidHerscher]

FACT

[@Biber0315]

I personally consider him a hero.

[@CR-un7wl]

Yup, one of the few role models left in the public sphere, a real treasure.

[@skitzochik]

He really & truly is

[@laura-ann.0726]

Back in the day - 15 years ago more or less - my wife and I watched "Dirty Jobs" every chance we could. There was so little else on TV that seemed worth our time, but Mike's style of presenting a story about how everyday people keep society running was a delight to watch. I'm so glad he's still doing this.

[@rtl1392]

If you haven't seen it yet, watch Returning the Favor. Only 100 episodes, but every single one requires tissue😭

[@justindavis1546]

What a great way to show respect to the Mennonites.

[@cleverusername9369]

And the respect showed back to Mike and his crew was equally lovely to see

[@derekking8342]

I chuckled when Mike said that he'd take a "sacred oath" that he'd be respectful in the Mennonite home.

[@DIARRHEA-PANIC]

You should read up on how they essentially enslave the Amish...

[@chucksanders7131]

Just don't do business with them. They are very greedy. I know this first hand as I live in a large Mennonite community.

[@dublkrossr2059]

Only they're not so "great" if you knew how they and the Hutterites rape farmland and don't crop rotate. Plus they pay no taxes because they use the excuse of religion. I know this first hand.

[@Dies1r4e]

God bless you Mr. Rowe for not bowing when the wind howls, and for providing a view of people being people. Something sorely missed in modern entertainment.

[@Dies1r4e]

@@-SupraMari0- No, actually I am not a conservative, but your smug sense of superiority suggests you are a liberal? There is no shortage of entertainment, just most of it lacks skill, nuance, humor, writing ability or any form of humor. Sadly, it's all sanitized and bland...dog water at best, and a fever dream of fan fiction level drivel at worst. It has nothing to do with politics and the fact you have seen it as such suggests you have a bit of mirroring going on there, might want to get that checked out. I simply appreciate a man maintaining his work while not removing his morals and convictions, even if they don't exactly match my own. I also stated I enjoyed the fact he was showing normal people interacting with each other, without any pretense or agenda other than to entertain and inform.

[@TehButterflyEffect]

@@-SupraMari0- It's easy for you to say that when 90% of content on TV panders to your particular worldview. Look at it from both sides.

[@marksmith4627]

@@-SupraMari0- Didn't sound political to me at all, but of course you seem to be offended at common courtesy and a thumbs up to American values and traditions. Tells a lot about your own biases and perhaps an un-acceptance to those values.

[@maryloumenning3487]

My family raised pastured poultry on our 40 acre farm in the mountains of Virginia very much like these chickens are raised. Unless you done a taste test like Mike did, you can't even believe the difference in taste. It's incredible. Loved seeing the Lancaster countryside. My mom's family is from there.

[@michaelb1761]

I'm fortunate enough to have a mother-in-law who still raises chickens, turkeys, and geese and the occasional cow. The difference between store bought eggs, turkey, etc and the ones from her couple of acres is undeniable.

[@JDAfrica]

I spent 5 years raising my own chickens, small scale micro farm setup - line breeding, incubating my own selected breeds eggs, raising chicks with a heat lamp… all the way to culling and processing all birds myself every 2 months. It was a hell of a lot of work - and I learned so much. I can never look at a tray of budget chicken from a store - and question exactly how they can make it so cheap. If i factored my time into the costs to raise my birds - it would be unaffordable.

[@peachykeen7634]

@@JDAfrica we know now that they use slave labor from illegal workers to raise and butcher. That’s how. The whole process has theft in it and that’s why the food doesn’t taste good.

[@marcushoward6560]

I'd venture to say I wouldn't taste a difference, since I haven't with anything else (beef, butter, milk, eggs, bison), so far.

[@vamountainman2512]

Raised many birds myself and also worked on a factory farm. I'm actually amazed that what comes out of those disgusting farms doesn't look and smell putrid based on their living conditions. It's really a miracle they're edible at all tbh.

[@bettygehm2436]

You really don't know as an average American what Chicken is supposed to taste like until you do. I had no idea until I went to the Northern English Country side and had chicken, it was like eating filet mignon for the first time after only having hamburger your whole life. When I try to explain it to my friends and family they have no idea what I am talking about. They think grocery store chicken is just fine and it's the way you cook it that makes it good. I am so happy to have more Mike Rowe. We missed you man !

[@MTknitter22]

Yes @Betty Gehm but my urban and small town English relatives in three areas of England are just as ignorant of real meat and how it should taste. It is not just Americans. The processed grocery store meat is awful. French know how to do chicken!

[@afrohuman2]

Mike is so charismatic, funny and dangerous at a cocktail party, he’s knows a”lil” about a “lot”. You always bring great energy through the camera! Great episode Everyone 💕

[@randomcommenter6711]

Mike Rowe is one of my favorite humans. This is a man who enjoys life and his joy is palpable

[@JimDoubleYa]

Mike, I've thought for years how great it would be to see a show with you and Joel Salatin (the Christian, Libertarian, Environmentalist, Lunatic Farmer) talking about life, philosophy, agrarian heritage and living and more. If you don't know of Joel, I hope that you or your crew will look into him. It would make for a fantastic episode!

[@cray0208]

I was just thinking this! Mike needs to visit Joel Salatin’s farm!

[@JustChillOutGaming]

100% Agree!

[@dewood007]

Yes this would be great!

[@gardenlife-vz7pi]

100% agree.

[@rockzalt]

I've heard a similar story from a farmer's son who was going to school in the city. He had worked in a modern mass produced chicken ranch and he said you can look at those chickens and they were visually different from the ones they were raising at home. Except he inserted the word "tumours" somewhere in his explanation.

[@smadden911]

Lots of tumors!! Bad feed and stress.

[@moremerry57]

You can see how different they look here.

[@kamron_thurmond]

I believe the Mennonite community knew who Mike was and that is why they trusted him and were honored to have him in their business and home.

[@GavinusMaximusMaster]

Riding his dick pretty hard huh? Mennonites come to our local markets all the time.

[@QIKUGAMES-QIKU]

Is that a Jew thing? Or Mormon or something ?

[@kamron_thurmond]

@@QIKUGAMES-QIKU What are you talking about?

[@joebonomono5078]

@@kamron_thurmond I know, right? Where did that come from.? Anger much?

[@scottjones7279]

I wish that they would have made you a fresh chicken soup

[@iexcav8534]

I just want to say thanks. My 4 year old Olivia has seen every episode of dirty jobs 10 times. Now we just started watching somebody's got to do it. She loves them. And just asked me today. Dad when can I meet Michael row. I want to travel all over with him! She is all ready at 6 states and we are planning on 4.more this year .

[@alancats]

Madame Daugin is a true "grande dame" of the old school -- there is no doubt, on that score. Great episode, Mike and team. I look forward to seeing more of these.

[@JacobASwanson]

This is what it's all about. This is how TV should be. Nothing fake, roll with the punches and be honest about it. Keep up the great work!

[@DefenseIsLacking]

So we’re just going to pretend during the blind taste test he tried both chickens and just said “that’s very good” and didn’t say WHICH one was better😂

[@monicahicks4337]

Teamwork, hospitality, prayer, dishes hand washed. Wow!

[@JDAfrica]

Those chickens are so laid back and chilled - they not hungry at all, which is a great sign. In a factory farm setup, they would be so bored and stressed - all they would do is eat all day.

[@nobodyspecial4702]

Commercial chickens are bred to eat a lot and grow faster. That was the whole point in breeding them that way, to get them from egg to market as fast as possible. Heritage chickens don't taste better because they are fed differently or under less stress, they taste better because they tend to be much older before going to the table since they grow slower.

[@bobfognozzle]

I am of Pennsylvania Dutch decent and grew up in the county next to Lancaster. I can verify that both the Menonites and Amish are the real deal. No bull except rhe ones they raise. They are the most honest and hardworking people I know.

[@jeffj2495]

Mike - you bring laughs and smiles to our faces everytime. You are a national treasure, and a nice break from all the other crud happening in America (politics, etc).

[@GodsgalMN]

Exactly - a REAL American and a Real treasure. Mike represents the Best in mankind. A rare human being, blessed by God.

[@ShanesGettingHandy]

Holy smokes, the "wish you were here" comment near the end just hit me in the feels. Thank you Mr. Rowe for being real, and thank your entire crew for being amazing as well. The editors did a bang up job. Keep being you. All of you.

[@wretchedslippage3255]

Never thought a Mike Rowe joint could bring me to tears. Almost every episode of this show has at least one very touching and honestly positive moment. LOVE IT

[@AgapeWarrior]

dude you never cease to amaze me !!!! Talk about what I am going to say is the most respected man in America at this point in time !!! I have seen different footage of the Mennonites but never anything as adlib and Real as this. I seriously believe you are the only person they would allow to bring cameras into their house !!! I seriously think it was totally due to your hard work and dedication to being a beneficial person which is how they live their lives and what we should all strive for. Thank you soo very much for ALL you do in showing us how one person can contribute if he works hard and cares for others. Luv u bro !!

[@shantor100]

Not all Mennonites are as strict.

[@AgapeWarrior]

@@shantor100 yea great so can you send me the links to the non scripted documentaries so I can check out these not so strict Mennonites please

[@ESnyder4514]

Always a pleasant surprise to see Lancaster county featured on tv that showcases our farming heritage. Just a small correction, we pronounce it Lanc-is-ter instead of Lan-kaster. (We always can tell the visitors from the locals) Keep doing what you’re doing Mike, love all that you do!

[@mcwine18]

We need more of this series, thank you Mike. You’re my hero

[@roxywood5278]

AWESOME to see Mike Rowe again !! Excellent story.... Thank you

[@bluebirdhomestead]

We raised our own meat chickens last year for the first time and the taste of that meat is AMAZING! Nothing like we had ever had before. We are hooked now and so we currently have the next round of meat chicks in the brooder already -Ryan & Cara

[@tamireeves8376]

I loved this episode the first time I watched it. So glad it was posted here so I could enjoy it again. I love how sweet and gentle the Mennonite people are -it just seemed like it was a very peaceful vibe all the way through it. The piéce de résistance was seeing Mike do the dishes. So sweet! ♥️

[@tamireeves8376]

♥️

[@brusselsprout5851]

There is a Mennonite owned small market near where I live. They are wonderful, polite and well disciplined people for the Lord. 💜🛐🧡✝️💜

[@twc9000]

Mike Rowe is such a gentleman. It's great to see someone so respectful and trustworthy do an informative and entertaining show. On another note, when I had chickens, they would often times ignore food in a container but would fight each other for food that was thrown out on the ground. I think the movement excites them.

[@autumnfeldpausch5539]

As I was growing up I remember Amish chicken sold in many local supermarkets. Not anymore. Not for quite awhile now. I have also noticed changes even recently in “modern” chicken. My mom would buy Amish chicken. When my husband and I travel to Amish country we stop at their restaurants to have a meal. Definitely need to check the local farmers for buying. Good show Mike.

[@MudDuckGames]

I smiled the whole time watching this, Mike please never change.

[@janp7660]

I like how she took his hat and just put it on. That was pretty cute! Another great Mike Rowe video. Thank you!

[@briancleveland6115]

I thought that same thing !

[@silent1967]

Yeah, what would Fauci think ?😂

[@andrewstacey4868]

This is why we love Mike. He introduces us to people who care deeply about the hard work and the products they produce. Keep up the great work!!

[@RajA-0202]

Shout-out to Pennsylvania 😊 Chicken, pretzels and cheesesteak. Also Shout-out to Mike and his crew for some well needed quality content. 😊

[@kenyongray2615]

Mike is indeed the man. Everything he does either with his voice only or on a show like this is pure gold.

[@workhardlivefree3818]

I throw fish, beef fats, mealworms etc... my chickens go nuts for anything I throw into their pasture. It is awesome to watch the frenzy and worth the taste of free range. Great vid Mike!

[@GregariousAntithesis]

Chickens are omnivores and when fed meat make better eggs and food.

[@briancleveland6115]

They will eat just about anything !

[@Stacey505]

My son and his friend fed the chicken 🐔 ravioli 😅

[@constructionbootgazer]

Yup, they’ll eat mice that get into their coop as well.

[@XxxXxx-fm3wo]

Mennoite's would never ever feed other animales to chickens. Wormmeal maybe sure but no way other meat which is not natural to the chickens diets at all.

[@juliehenry5353]

Nicely done - as a Lancaster County girl you explained the culture in one of the best ways I've ever seen - I hope you enjoyed your journey around the area

[@michaelspiotta927]

Mike Rowe could read the white pages for seven hours and make all 420 minutes a spectacular viewing experience! Thank you for coming up with so many interesting shows, philosophies and interviews over the years Mr. Rowe. You are greatly appreciated more than you could ever know.

[@DavidDavis311]

This show often warms my heart. How lovely to see Mike helping them wash dishes at the end.

[@Fluxiy]

More of these videos Mike!! Please?!!

[@michelemcdermott75]

Outstanding!! Mike Rowe is a rare breed! Thank you Mike- it’s not just entertainment- we learn things we’d never know about!! And have fun at the same time!

[@johncoffman2703]

Awesome Mike. growing up growing our own birds and beef. Home grown is always the best

[@cynthialindsley5117]

Thank you Mike for bringing this to the attention of the public. Several years ago I told my husband chicken had no flavor anymore. My dad was very fussy about the source of our food. We had chickens and other animals, beef cattle and pigs. There is no flavor to meat now. We are not wealthy but once in a while I will purchase a good piece of meat. Wow the flavor is amazing! Thank god my husband hunts and fishes. I wish people could appreciate the flavor of what god gave us. Fast food restaurants would fail.

[@bigjay875]

I have always enjoyed mikes shows. Even when things don't go as planned. He has a personal life that from what ive seen is very upstanding. Hats off to mike and every dirty experience hes suffered through 👍

[@lyndastarwriter]

Yeah, Mr. Rowe is in a broadcast class by himself - a gem! Sincere, helpful, inquisitive, super funny, interesting - and I like how he addresses his camera crew by sharing the wares of the topic - ie; chicken, chocolate. Washed dishes, too??? Now that's a man after my own heart...

[@f1s2hg3]

My late mother was from Tennessee and she always said the chicken taste more like chicken in Tennessee than from Krogers and she was correct! My mom was raised on the best organic free range chickens fed table scraps and that make chickens better to eat!

[@JenWren4]

Yet again he shows he is truly humble at the end of this show by doing what every gentleman should do when someone cooks for you... He shows them respect and appreciation by doing the dishes. ❤

[@billgraham5609]

That was awesome, as a kid we would go to my great aunts house and she had chickens. When my grandmother and I got off the greyhound bus in the little town, my GA was always cleaning a chicken in the sink. Home garden so she had all the veggies and fresh chicken....those were the summers.

[@joebonomono5078]

Mike's the perfect bridge between communities. I live near Amish, I recommend attending their auctions and become a bridge yourself, its a nice day with good prices and good food.

[@ajbowers767]

Mike Rowe really has been a huge part of my life lol what a guy

[@GODS_N0T_DEAD]

Anyone else tear up when they didn't cut out the premeal prayer. Love Mike Rowe for always being willing to go against the way of the world.

[@shotgunbettygaming]

04:42 I can't wait to finish this episode, anything involving Permaculture values being given attention by MIKE FREAKING ROWE is going to be amazing!! I just had to come point out something very special about these chickens. They're bored. Sean and Sasha at Edible Acres in NY have the MOST amazing chicken system and these chickens here would benefit GREATLY from it! Rather than put the food scraps in neat, segregated tidy boxes, pile it all up on the ground with each other all intermingled. Chickens LOVE to work piles of scraps and get in some natural chicken scratching, it's how they're geared. I understand this farm, as a producer to other health regulated customers, can't let the chickens eat on composting scraps that provide their dose of meat intake in things like worms and insects that gather to the scraps (it's unfortunate for the chickens but understandable), but at least give them some mental enrichment by letting them pull a pile apart. They're bored. More bored than unsettled by the cameras. Ok back to the video, let's make the world a FOOD FOREST with the help of chickens! (Watch the video What Is A Food Forest? by Geoff Lawton and the Permaculture Institute if this got you curious!)

[@peachykeen7634]

We let our chickens work compost piles! It’s just *aged* - nothing fresh. But honestly it’s all a healthier environment than CAFOs.

[@shotgunbettygaming]

@@peachykeen7634 SO happy to hear they get to work piles! I agree about CAFOs most certainly, and again I understand completely about fresh v aged compost usage for commercial meat. I think your farm is lovely I didn't mean to give the impression otherwise if I inadvertently did. I love chickens and was sad when it appeared they didn't get much enrichment during feedings. I am ecstatic to be wrong.😁

[@peachykeen7634]

@@shotgunbettygaming that’s not our farm in the video. We have a small pastured poultry farm in southeast Virginia. We are working similarly to the folks in the video to get back to a breed of chicken that produces a good amount of meat on minimal speed. I’ve become very concerned how dependent we are on an inordinate amount of feed for these birds.

[@thomwalker1103]

Mike, this is how you do TV. Good, wholesome honest TV. It's entertaining, thoughtful and educational. Bravo. Job well done. Please send thanks to the Mennonites and Ariane. Wonderful.

[@thomwalker1103]

We need more farms, less government regulation on what they raise and sell. Farmers are good people.

[@DefenseIsLacking]

So we’re just going to pretend during the blind taste test he tried both chickens and just said “that’s very good” and didn’t say WHICH one was better😂

[@brianandlanaroberts5847]

Great show! I do business with one of these hatcheries and they are fantastic. Healthy chicks and helpful people.

[@ernestperez6812]

What chicken breed are these hens? Thanks.

[@heath6880]

Mike you are an amazing man. You and your crew over the years have helped teach and inform so many people in this country world as well. From shows like this or dirty jobs to documentaries, podcast and or just interviews. On so many different types of people places or things you have really highlighted life as we know it.

[@mezenman]

I appreciate these folks sharing how they do things. I too raise chickens. Love seeing their methods.

[@thefirehawk552]

love how you tell us when stuff did not go to plan. you don't need all that tv glam and production. love the fact this is just a real show! been watching you since dirty jobs. keep it up mike more KZbin related content like this is definitely the way forward I think!

[@markbroad119]

I live in a small town in Oregon, 85% Mennonites. They have a bakery which people come from 100 miles away to get and a shop with a bunch of things at very very reasonable prices.

[@Valentine-xr3ic]

Mike Rowe is making the world a better place and creating an amazing legacy. 🥂

[@molitorsk]

This is very fascinating to watch - missed your vids Mike, glad to see you back.

[@Bluenose650]

I have see Mike Rowe for years and is always an inspiration. Thanks you Mike.

[@antbymcnair4297]

So exciting to see Mike Rowe back in action. I miss the days of Dirty Jobs, but this is a great show so far.

[@bigjay875]

Thanks to the different folks that walk a different path through life for sharing they're lifes and experience with the world its much appreciated

[@TrulyJefferson]

It's 4:00 in the morning and I want Dartagnan chicken right now. Great show!

[@johne.hilbert2046]

I'm Pennsylvania Dutch. Family has been here for centuries. So glad you featured and enjoyed yourself.

[@markcatanzaro9699]

I love everything about this show, this guy, and these particular people!!!

[@BouncingTribbles]

You can see it just in the thumbnail, the free range bird just has more color. There is a butcher down town that only stocks locally sourced meat. My friend bought a free range chicken and cooked it for a couple friends as celebration for finishing our exams. It tasted so good, so much better than indoor raised chickens, I cried

[@StephLL.]

We need more Mike Rowe in our lives ❤

[@michellerendon804]

My mother was French. We would go back every few years to the small town she was from. When I was younger she would tell me the chicken tastes better in France than in the US. Being a kid, I didn't really think about it much. It wasn't until I got older that I could indeed tell the difference.

[@ni_wink84]

So glad I still get to watch Mike, I miss dirty jobs but this is awesome

[@GodsgalMN]

Great show! Wonderful to be able to watch the whole episode on KZbin. As always, Mike makes TV so enjoyable and Real. Thanks Mike!

[@thefreedomwarrior]

Kinda makes me miss living in central PA. This is one of my favorite episodes. God bless you Mike.

[@jefferyrbrown]

As someone with "backyard chickens", I'm impressed by how chill those chickens were. They're obviously being well cared for... they look like Freedom Rangers...???

[@MTknitter22]

Was thinking same, @Jeffery Brown

[@heatherwatterson590]

American Breese

[@daynaswan427]

Thank you for this video.......now I understand why Farmer Tyler raised his own chickens. You would love farmer Tyler, Mike. He and his family are salt of the earth. Please take the time to watch one of his videos. I wish everyone, everywhere had the opportunity and ability to live as he and his family does in northern California. You two guys along with "Nate the Hoof Guy" are my favorite people on KZbin. I followed you when you had the TV show......I knew you would be back. Thank you for being in my home!

[@ThoseBourbonGuys]

Ahhh!! I love me a new Mike Rowe video!! Just a good dude to sit back and have a drink.

[@natashaszydlak4411]

I'm running out of episodes to watch! Again, beautifully done story Mike! I love how you just go with whatever happens...and that you keep it in the show! You bring to life the story of these people with charm, kindness and a wee bit of cheekiness and I truly love that. You are so awesome!! Peace and Love from Australia

[@sandiebrecken1897]

I've always loved your comical nature, great job Mike

[@janicematthews9700]

Thank you. Mike Rowe for a simple release from todays news ❤️😊🇨🇷

[@Heracleetus]

Might wanna check out Joel Salatin's "Polyface Farm" in Shenandoah. Permaculture heaven, happiest and tastiest livestock I've ever seen. Joel's got just as much charisma as Mike Rowe. It would make for much better television.

[@woodenleg9427]

Great hearing Mike talk again. Been a long time. Always a great listen.

[@gregeconomeier1476]

So that must be why the coq au vin I had one evening at Chez Yvonne Restaurant in Strasbourg was the best I've ever tasted. Of course, the bottle of wine we had with dinner was also superb.

[@rodconner9079]

Mike - I really do appreciate what you do, stand for and exercise; bringing realism to the masses, if only a small glimpse, in such a "positive" manner (with a touch of humor). So many don't have a clue as to the operations "of life", the basics nor the differences in "value"/quality! Anything that is truly farm raised whether it be livestock or vegetables have a much different flavor and health benefit. Love ya brother! Keep fightin' the good fight. Be Safe

[@peachykeen7634]

I guess our customers are getting a steal at $5/lb! Pastured chicken is NEXT LEVEL. Glad to see it’s getting into the restaurants!

[@Jeep4X]

Thank you all. In this day and age it’s wonderful seeing good people, doing good things, and respecting each other. Mike and his crew always meet the good, regular people that most of us are and appreciate. Once again thank you.

[@kevin7151]

Great segment. Not only informative, but highly entertaining!

[@buggyridge]

Outstanding Mike! Thank you. We live in Mennonite and Amish country in Michigan. Very blessed.

[@johnsheridan6452]

I have a huge mennonite colony down the road with a henhouse that holds 40k birds. No point in raising my own birds as they sell to locals. The best chicken I’ve ever had.

[@philipross2433]

Awesome episode. They let you in because of who you are! Always good to have a little prayer added in. Thank you.

[@untermench3502]

The secret to Perdue Chicken: Marigold seeds. I had a friend that worked at the FDA and who worked on the approval for Perdue to use Marigold seeds in their chicken feed. They do two things: they give the healthty golden color to the skin and also help in reducing mites because they are a mild insecticide.

[@vickielusby1006]

Thanks for sharing that. Great information!

[@labella9291]

Not only that, but they're an indicator of health after processing. Those carcasses that are pale, indicates the bird didn't absorb the carotene in the marigold petals (I recall it being petals, not seed) properly, which means the bird may have been ill, so they pull the pale carcasses off the line.

[@untermench3502]

@@labella9291 I distinctly remember the study was about seeds. There seems to be some relationship, though.

[@shantor100]

​@@labella9291 and probably sell them to the pet food industry

[@labella9291]

@@shantor100 oh no doubt!!! I was telling someone that was upset about what happened to male chicks in the egg industry (the ones that go into the grinder) that those are the chicken meal you see on pet food labels. Same that goes for spent hens from the egg industry. And for sure meat bird carcasses that don't pass inspection end up in pet food.

[@SowtheLand]

The chickens were not used to eating veggies. or used to being outside. The broiler chickens will not eat it if it is something new. Chickens don't like change. I appreciate the video Mike! Keep up the important work.

[@joshh5336]

Thanks Mike, I appreciate your willingness to show real people practicing their faith

[@mcvet57103]

Here in a northern flyover state we value our Hutterite Chicken, and Turkey. We are willing to pay a premium price because we know it is worth it.

[@deboraleen6413]

Old fashion free range kitchen scraps fed chickens taste so much better! I didn't believe it myself until I went to an out in the boonies country restaurant here in Southern Ohio. It was the best chicken I had ever had.

[@usedtobekern]

My son and I raise our own chicken! I'd love to let them try ours!!

[@charleshancock152]

I love that Mike actually listens. He shows a humility, integrity and curiosity that I pray I exude in my middle age.

[@Leonardokite]

Now I am wanting to know where I can get some of that chicken! 🐤🐔🍗

[@section8usmc53]

Wow. This episode was amazing. Reminded me of the better side of people. Many of the things my family used to be when I was a kid. Before the world went crazy. When we used to just spend time together in our "spare time" instead of filling up every second of the day. Dinner was often an even, and the smells permeated the house for hours, so when you sat down, you had been taunted by your senses as a result of mom or grandma's cooking. We need to do better again.

[@David35445]

There is a book available on line called the Dorito Effect by Mark Schatzker that really goes into great depth about food and flavor. And there is a wonderful chapter where he talks about heritage breed chickens and how much different they are to commercial meat chickens. Worth the read if you found this program interesting.

[@nobodyspecial4702]

Amazing how many people think the difference is because the chickens are free range or fed only vegetable scraps when the only real determinant in how the chickens taste is by their breed. Feed a heritage breed the same as a commercial chicken and it will still taste much better, but it takes longer for them to grow to the same size as the commercial ones.

[@PygKLB]

@@nobodyspecial4702It’s true that age and the animal using its muscles has a great deal to do with flavor (slow-cooked layer hens have great flavor), but what the birds eat affects the flavor. I would’ve liked to see where most of their calories come from-the contents of the two hoppers at the end of the growing house.

[@MarkWYO]

I need a real delicious chicken and the nation needs about 35million Mike Rowe's.

[@SandyRiverBlue]

I bought one of these organically grown fully free-range chickens from a private grower for almost double the price. It was half the size of a regular store-bought chicken and much tastier but it also had a whole lot of very solid cartilage. So there are tradeoffs. That said, if I could afford it I'd buy nothing but the fancy chicken.

[@chumpchange1846]

Thanks Mike. Your subjects are always educational, inspirational and entertaining.