Is a Free Range Turkey Better

Proponents of free-range turkeys believe that this way of raising poultry results in better tasting meat. These turkeys may end up smaller than the traditional Thanksgiving bird, but it’s going to taste much better even without gravy or extra seasoning.

What's the difference between organic and free-range turkey?

Free-range means your turkey had access to the outdoors. … Organic turkeys are also free-range, but producers have taken the extra steps to make sure the animal was fed a pesticide-free diet and that no antibiotics were administered.

Is it worth it to buy an organic turkey?

It’s true that organic turkeys can be more expensive than conventionally raised turkeys, which currently average about $1.12 per pound for frozen and $1.33 per pound for fresh, according to the Department of Agriculture. … Buying a smaller bird may make choosing organic or “no antibiotic” more affordable.