Meat

Birds with a liveweight of approximately 1.2 kg are the size required by most restaurants. This weight should be reached at 16 weeks of age.… Read More »What Age Do You Butcher Pheasants?

they normally roost on the ground in cattails, high grass or low shrubs and they may also spend the night in trees, particularly when cold… Read More »Where Do Pheasants Sleep At Night?

We leave the pheasants completely intact (not plucked or gutted) and hang them by the neck to keep the blood in the carcass. This helps… Read More »Why Do You Hang Pheasants?

They can fly and launch themselves airborne with an abrupt, noisy takeoff, but typically run from trouble. Pheasant flights are merely short-distance dashes for cover.… Read More »Can Pheasants Fly?

Pheasants are very nervous and are also very good flyers, so they should be kept in completely covered yards or buildings. If they escape after… Read More »Will Pheasants Fly Away?

Perfectly cooked pheasant breasts are just the slightest bit pink in the center when removed from the heat. Because they are so lean, they continue… Read More »How Do You Know When Pheasant Breast Is Cooked?

We leave the pheasants completely intact (not plucked or gutted) and hang them by the neck to keep the blood in the carcass. This helps… Read More »Do You Hang Pheasant With Guts In?

Yes, you can freeze pheasant for up to 3 months. Like a lot of meats, pheasant will deteriorate in quality the longer you leave it… Read More »Can I Freeze A Whole Pheasant?

Yes, cooked pheasant can be frozen. Porrtion it out into freezer bags, seal and then place them into the freezer. It’s important that the food… Read More »Can You Freeze Cooked Pheasant?

Properly wrapped meat will store in the freezer for 9 to 12 months. How long can you keep game in the freezer? Game generally has… Read More »How Long Can You Keep Pheasant In The Freezer?