Michigan Turkey Production

Turkey Facts

70%
70% of Michigan Turkeys are raised in Ottawa County.
17 lbs eaten per year
Turkey is considered "the perfect protein" with the highest protein level among meats and typically the lowest fat per serving
MI turkeys are male
Turkeys are fed a precise diet for their health, are protected from predators and inclement weather, and are raised under the highest animal care standards
40 pounds
Baby turkeys are called poults. Males are called toms. Females are called hens

Meet a few Michigan Farmers

Michigan Turkey Producers

Michigan Turkey Producers was built on something simple but powerful: local farmers coming together to do things the right way. Founded in 1998 by just 15 Michigan growers looking for a way to bring their birds to market closer to home, MTP has grown into a cooperative that now produces turkey for over 60 local and national brands, yet those same founding growers still sit on the board today. Family is the word they use to define their spirit, and it shows in the way they care for their birds, celebrate the diversity of their team, and treat every associate and customer like one of their own.

Sietsema Farms

Sietsema Farms has been a cornerstone of West Michigan agriculture since 1940, and the values that started it all still shape everything they do today. Built as a family-owned network of farms, Sietsema has grown into an industry leader while holding tight to the family-values approach that defines their reputation. From the care they give their animals to their commitment to environmental stewardship, every decision reflects a deep sense of responsibility to the land, the communities around them, and the people who depend on them. More than eight decades in, Sietsema Farms remains what it has always been: a proud Michigan farming family doing things the right way.

Turkey Nutrition Facts:

  • Turkey is packed with protein
  • Low-fat and low-calorie option
  • High in vitamin B3, B6, and B12
Turkey sandwich