While fresh turkeys offer a delicious way to support a local farmer (and provide a sigh of relief for last-minute shoppers), many Americans opt to buy frozen turkeys.

Where to buy a fresh turkey online. BYO dinner: from $99 @ Omaha Steaks The Nebraska-based meat company might be renown for its flagship steaks, but Omaha Steaks also offers poultry, ...

Thanksgiving may seem like it's far off, but it's not too soon to start thinking about the turkey you'll serve, particularly if you want to have a fresh bird that's never been frozen.

Though 2023 was a good year for buying turkey (prices were down 22 percent compared to 2022), it's typically still more budget-friendly to buy a frozen turkey rather than a fresh one.

Thanksgiving may seem like it's far off, but it's not too soon to start thinking about the turkey you'll serve, particularly if you want to have a fresh bird that's never been frozen. Here's what ...

Fresh is in, and more people want fresh turkeys than those frozen bowling balls. But that’s causing confusion. So we asked state and federal food safety experts to explain.

Meanwhile, a turkey with the “fresh” label “has never been chilled below 26 degrees Fahrenheit.” The main difference between the two turkeys is when you buy them.

Pros of fresh turkey. It doesn’t require thawing, so you can buy it on the day of your feast. It’s easier to control the moisture content so you get a crisp-skinned, juicy turkey. Cons of ...