Don’t Wait Last Minute To Get Locally Grown Turkeys in Oklahoma

Oklahoma's head count for turkey farms is pretty low this year. Unfortunately, that means that getting your hands on locally grown turkeys for Thanksgiving is going to be harder than usual. That is, unless you've already been added to the wait list of Oklahoma's few turkey farms.

Why Are People Wanting Fresh Turkey in Oklahoma?

Recently, folks have been flocking to farms, trying to buy farm fresh products due to a rising number of recalls and various outbreaks. Americans have been getting sick due to reports of e. coli, salmonella, listeria and other foodborne illnesses.

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Having locally grown food, especially meat, has its benefits. Foods are generally overall a better option, with more nutrients, less packaging and tastes fresher, according to healthline.com. In many cases, you can see firsthand where your food comes from and gain some reassurance about how it's handled.

Instead of purchasing processed meats from big box stores, everyone is wanting to buy fresh. Usually, this would be a great thing for Oklahoma's local turkey farm industry; however, this year's list is awfully short.

Where Can You Buy Locally Raised Turkeys in Oklahoma?

After asking a few popular farms in Oklahoma, a few of them confirmed they did not have turkeys this year. Other farms like Outwest Farms mentioned that, although they do have turkeys, they would only have a limited number and most have already sold. But, if you're quick enough, you may be able to get the last of them before they're sold out.

Another venue selling locally grown turkeys from Tiger Creek Farms near Drumright, Oklahoma is also running into the same dilemma - a limited number of turkeys to go around. As of right now, Bon Broth Bar is taking deposits on turkeys expected to be around 17lbs.

The Best Chance To Get A Locally Grown Turkey For Thanksgiving

If you're wanting to get farm fresh turkeys locally grown, your best bet is to reach out to Prairie Creek Farms in Oklahoma City.

They have the most turkeys and usually include turkey in their regularly raised livestock and poultry. That being said, they're serving Oklahoma's largest city in the state, so if you're wanting a turkey first, you'll want to get on the list quick.

Turkey isn't the only thing we love to munch on during the fall in Oklahoma. Check out what other foods Oklahomans love to eat when temperatures drop.