Local turkey farm sees slight boost in sales after decline last Thanksgiving [Video]

LIVONIA, Mich. (WXYZ) — It seems the social media posts of a local turkey farmer may be behind an unexpected boost in sales ahead of Thanksgiving.

Roperti’s Turkey Farm in Livonia has been in the business of selling freshly dressed turkeys for 76 years.

“I spend a lot of money on feed, so when you feed something correctly, it’s gonna taste correctly, so my turkeys are very juicy, flavorful and tasty,” said owner Christine Roperti.

The farm typically sells out of its 4,000 birds in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.

After seeing a 16 percent decline in sales last year, this Thanksgiving, Roperti says they are seeing more customers and have already sold 4,100 turkeys.

“I think I might have maybe 50 left over this year,” said Roperti who is still hoping to attract customers.

In 2023, there were enough left behind to be sold for Christmas.

“Now that I’m on TikTok, I’ve got a few more customers and …