Resources for Animal and Poultry Sciences
Title | Available As | Summary | Date | ID | Author |
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Management Requirements for Meat Bird Flocks | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1083 | |||
Management Requirements for Laying Flocks | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1085 | |||
Raising Fowl and Small Animals in Urban Areas | Sep 28, 2018 | 2902-1086 (APSC-148NP) | |||
Raising Fowl and Small Animals in Urban Areas | Sep 28, 2018 | 2902-1086 (APSC-148NP) | |||
Brooding of Domestic Fowl | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1087 | |||
Transporting Poultry in a Humane Manner | Poultry is transported for a few different reasons, for instance to fairs or markets, to a new owner, the vet, or to slaughter. Unfortunately, few people put much thought into how to best transport their fowl. As a result, birds experience distress, get sick or die in transit. This can be easily avoided. Consider the following factors before transporting fowl. |
Sep 27, 2023 | 2902-1088 (APSC-188NP) | ||
Transporting Poultry in a Humane Manner | Sep 28, 2018 | 2902-1088 (APSC-147NP) | |||
Incubating Eggs | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1090 | |||
Proper Handling of Eggs: From Hen to Consumption | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1091 | |||
Small-scale Poultry Housing | Apr 28, 2023 | 2902-1092 (APSC-186NP) | |||
Avian Disease Fact Sheet | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1094 | |||
Cannibalism: Prevention and Treatment | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1095 | |||
Prevention of Egg Eating | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1096 | |||
Why Have My Hens Stopped Laying? 5 Factors that Impact Egg Production | Jul 12, 2022 | 2902-1097 (APSC-180NP) | |||
Why Have My Hens Stopped Laying? 5 Factors that Impact Egg Production | Jul 12, 2022 | 2902-1097 (APSC-180NP) | |||
Leg and Foot Disorders in Domestic Fowl | Oct 2, 2018 | 2902-1098 (APSC-149NP) | |||
Leg and Foot Disorders in Domestic Fowl | Oct 2, 2018 | 2902-1098 (APSC-149NP) | |||
A Small-Scale Agriculture Alternative: Poultry | May 1, 2009 | 2902-1099 | |||
Common Ticks of Virginia | Jan 30, 2022 | 2906-1396 (ENTO-487NP) | |||
Cloverbud Curriculum, A Horse of a Different Color! | Jul 15, 2021 | 380-104 (4H-561P) | |||
Cloverbud Curriculum - Eat Like a Horse! | Horses, just like people, need to eat a variety of things to meet their nutritional
requirements. If their diet is out of balance, then problems occur. A horse getting too much feed will become overweight, while one who eats too many treats may end up with colic. A young horse that eats an unbalanced diet may grow slowly or not grow correctly. |
Jan 21, 2021 | 380-105(4H-562P) | ||
Cloverbud Curriculum - Knocking Off the Dirt! | Horses, just like people, need to stay clean in order to not only look good but also stay healthy. Grooming not only gets the horse clean; it also relaxes them and allows you to look for injuries, parasites, or skin conditions. |
Jul 15, 2021 | 380-106 (4H-564P) | ||
Cloverbud Curriculum - Do You Have Horse Sense! | Horses do not speak in words, but they still communicate. They use body
language. Understanding horse “language” is important when it comes to safely
handling horses. There are several ways horses position their bodies in order to
talk to each other. |
Jul 15, 2021 | 380-107 (4H-560P) | ||
Cloverbud Curriculum - Horses Wear Clothes, Too! | Just as different people do different jobs, so do different horses perform
different tasks. In order to do their jobs well, they need to have the right tack or equipment. |
Jul 15, 2021 | 380-108 (4H-563P) | ||
Cloverbud Curriculum - Puzzling Horse Parts! | So many activities and interactions with horses require you to know what the
parts of the horse are, where they’re located, and how they function. It’s also
important to use the correct terminology
when speaking with others about horses. For
example, telling the vet that a horse has a
wound on the withers is more specific than just
saying on the back. |
Jul 15, 2021 | 380-109(4H-565P) | ||
4-H Livestock Record Book - Beef-Swine-Sheep | May 1, 2009 | 380-122 | |||
4-H Science Fair Project/Presentation and Display Score Sheet | Mar 19, 2014 | 380-128 (4H-256NP) | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Goat Project Junior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-144P | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Goat Project Senior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-145P | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Hog Project Junior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-146P | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Hog Project Senior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-147P | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Lamb Project Junior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-148P | |||
Virginia 4-H Market Lamb Project Senior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-149P | |||
Virginia 4-H Sheep Flock Project Junior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-150P | |||
Virginia 4-H Sheep Flock Project Senior Record Book | Jan 24, 2023 | 4H-151P | |||
VT Policy Guidelines for Open vs. 4-H Horse Events | Apr 8, 2020 | 4H-306NP (4H-901NP) | |||
Basic Information Agents need to know about Virginia’s 4-H Horse Program | Jul 20, 2016 | 4H-307NP (APSC-125NP) | |||
General Horse Information Agents Need To Know | Apr 20, 2020 | 4H-308 (4H-887NP) | |||
Virginia 4-H State Horse Program | Dec 1, 2022 | 4H-570NP (4H-1007NP) | |||
Virginia Virtual Farm to Table: Chicken | Aug 14, 2020 | 4H-921NP | |||
Virginia Virtual Farm to Table: Eggs | Aug 31, 2020 | 4H-925NP | |||
Virginia Farm to Table: Wine and Lamb | Sep 4, 2020 | 4H-926NP | |||
Virginia Virtual Farm to Table: Pork | Sep 9, 2020 | 4H-928 | |||
Body Condition Scoring Beef Cows | May 1, 2009 | 400-795 | |||
Understanding Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) | May 1, 2009 | 400-804 | |||
Virginia 4-H Horse Project Measurement Card | Mar 23, 2020 | 406-050 (4H -881NP) | |||
VIRGINIA 4-H HORSE PROJECT: PROGRESSIVE RIDING SERIES UNIT 1 Basic Horsemanship | Members should also enroll in the Horse Management project and keep an accurate and up-to-date management record. Participate in the riding series is strictly on an elective basis. The riding projects should be closely supervised by a horse project leader. Numerous standard references may be used for completing the diagrams, questions, etc. Members should have the basic equipment for riding and the use of a suitable riding animal. |
Jul 19, 2021 | 406-053 (4H-559P) | ||
Progressive Riding Series Unit 4 - Horsemaster | Jan 10, 2022 | 406-099 | |||
Self-Determined Horse Project | Jul 15, 2021 | 406-107 (4H-567P) | |||
Virginia 4-H Horse Project Junior Record Book | Feb 26, 2018 | 406-122 (4H-694P) | |||
Virginia 4-H Horse Project Senior Record Book | Dec 19, 2018 | 406-123 (4H-837P) | |||
4-H Project Horse Eligibility/Declaration | Jan 21, 2021 | 406-125 (4H-583NP) | |||
Beginning of Life Record Book | Nov 9, 2009 | 408-027 | |||
The Egg-citing Egg | Nov 9, 2009 | 408-030 | |||
The Egg-citing Egg - Teacher/Leader Guide | Nov 6, 2019 | 408-031 | |||
A Brighter Idea: Eggs! | Nov 22, 2009 | 408-032 | |||
Poultry Yearly Plan and Record Book | Apr 24, 2019 | 408-042 | |||
Taste of Farming: Beef Management 101 | Apr 4, 2022 | ALCE-296-12 | |||
Taste of Farming: Horse Management 101 | Apr 1, 2022 | ALCE-296-8 | |||
Equine Evacuation Sites during Emergencies | Oct 25, 2018 | ANR-228NP (APSC-150NP) | |||
4-H Horse Program Key Dates Agents Need to Know | Jun 27, 2016 | APSC-128NP | |||
Livestock Update, February 2017 | This LIVESTOCK UPDATE contains timely subject matter on beef cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, swine, and related junior work. Use this material as you see fit for local newspapers, radio programs, newsletters, and for the formulation of recommendations. |
Jan 27, 2017 | APSC-136NP | ||
Influence of Breed and Supplementation on Consumer Ratings of Pasture-raised Ground Lamb | Dec 11, 2017 | APSC-142NP | |||
Preparing for the breeding season in meat goats and hair sheep | Feb 20, 2018 | APSC-143NP | |||
Transitioning Beef Cattle to a Defined Breeding and Calving Season | Aug 2, 2023 | APSC-145P (APSC-187P) | |||
Welfare considerations for on-farm or backyard slaughter of poultry | Jan 28, 2019 | APSC-152NP | |||
Enhancing Reproductive Performance in Small Ruminants: Part I. Biology of Reproduction | Nov 4, 2019 | APSC-157P | |||
Enhancing Reproductive Performance in Small Ruminants Part III. Breeding and Management Systems | Mar 11, 2021 | APSC-159P | |||
Enhancing Reproductive Performance in Small Ruminants Part IV: Breed/Selection | Mar 10, 2021 | APSC-160P | |||
Euthanasia for Broiler Chickens: Manual and Mechanical Cervical Dislocation Methods | Oct 15, 2019 | APSC-161P | |||
An Update on African Swine Fever and its Effects on Pork Production | Aug 30, 2019 | APSC-162NP | |||
United States Department of Agriculture 2017 Census of Agriculture: A Snapshot of Swine Production in Virginia | Sep 9, 2019 | APSC-163NP | |||
Low Stress Cattle Handling | Feb 14, 2020 | APSC-167NP | |||
Equine Care During Covid-19 | Apr 7, 2020 | APSC-168NP | |||
Castration in the U.S. Swine Industry: Animal Welfare Implications and Alternatives | Dec 11, 2020 | APSC-174P | |||
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Use of Above Ground Burial to Manage Catastrophic Livestock Mortality in Non-Disease Situations | Aug 4, 2021 | APSC-178NP | |||
Above Ground Burial An Overview of the Technology | Jun 28, 2021 | APSC-179NP | |||
Activity Lesson Plan for Proper Storage, Labeling, and Accounting for Medications | Purpose: To teach youth how to read a medication label so they are better able to understand how to store and administer medications for different livestock species. |
Jun 23, 2021 | APSC-99P (APSC-176P) | ||
U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan: Background, Benefits, and How to Enroll | Sep 29, 2022 | APSC-181P | |||
Small Scale and Niche Market Pork Producers Should Respond to the 2022 Census of Agriculture¹ | Jan 24, 2023 | APSC-183NP | |||
Poultry Biosecurity Awareness | Feb 10, 2023 | APSC-184NP | |||
Upcoming Policy Change Governing Injectable Antibiotics Will Alter Their Use by Pig Farmers | Mar 15, 2023 | APSC-185NP | |||
Kinky Back (Spondylolisthesis) in Broiler Chickens: What We Can Do Today to Reduce the Problem | Sep 20, 2023 | APSC-189P | |||
Poultry Parasites: Northern Fowl Mites | Northern fowl mites (Ornithonyssus sylviarum) are one of the more common ectoparasites (external parasites) that can be present in a poultry flock. This publication discusses detection, prevention, and treatment options |
Oct 11, 2023 | APSC-190P | ||
Footpad Dermatitis in Poultry: A Common Issue in Commercial and Backyard Flocks | Footpad dermatitis refers to a lesion on the footpad and/or toes, characterized by black, necrotic skin and inflammation. This is a widespread condition that can occur in any poultry flock, from mini scale backyard birds to large-scale commercial settings. This publication covers information about the prevalence, causes, methods to keep track, and some potential remedies. |
Oct 2, 2023 | APSC-191P | ||
Predators for Free-Ranging Poultry | Predation is a common risk for poultry that are allowed to roam freely outdoors (Fig. 1). Predator types may differ depending on the region. Therefore, this article may not cover all possible predators for a specific geographical region. This article provides an overview of potential flock predators, how to identify the predator, and approaches to avoid predation in your free-range poultry flock. |
Sep 28, 2023 | APSC-192P | ||
Leg and Foot Disorders in Domestic Poultry | Leg and foot problems in poultry can be a serious health and animal welfare problem, with consequences for production too. Most leg and foot disorders in poultry can be prevented through proper nutrition and management. However, some problems can be genetic. Here we consider the causes of these problems in poultry. By taking proper management precautions, you can prevent leg and foot disorders from ever occurring. |
Oct 12, 2023 | APSC-193NP | ||
Asian Longhorned Tick and Theileria Orientalis Ikeda: Current Thoughts and Understandings | This project will be used to disseminate current thoughts and understand the invasive species of Asian Longhorned Tick (ALT) and the spread of Theileria. The Asian Longhorned Tick is a new invasive species that was first found in the US in 2017 and has since spread to 19 states from the Atlantic Coast to the Southeastern region of the US. The ALT is credited with the widespread of Theileria. Theileria is a blood protozoa parasite that has had a negative impact on cattle producers across the state. This article is what we currently understand about the ALT and the spread of Theileria. |
APSC-196P | |||
Asian Longhorned Tick | May 26, 2023 | ENTO-282NP (ENTO-560NP) | |||
Stockpile Grazing in Autumn | Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-29P | |||
Using Grazing Charts | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Tim Mize, Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, and Norman Bower, a cooperating farmer, share how a grazing chart can be a roadmap for communicating and planning a farm's grazing plan. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources. |
Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-30P | ||
Stockpile Grazing with Horses | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Carrie Swanson, Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, discusses and demonstrates the benefits of stockpile grazing with horses. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources. |
Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-31P | ||
Benefits of a Dry Lot for Horses | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Carrie Swanson, Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, discusses the benefits of a dry lot as a horse and pasture management strategy. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources. |
Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-32P | ||
Using a Grazing Muzzle | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Carrie Swanson, Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, discusses the benefits of a dry lot as a horse and pasture management strategy. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources. |
Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-33P | ||
Grazing Through Snow | Nov 1, 2023 | SPES-34P | |||
Grazing Summer Annuals | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Jason Thurman of Lazy Acre Angus, in cooperation with Chris Brown Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, explains his farm’s rotational grazing system and how he has incorporated summer annuals such as Sorghum-Sudangrass in the system to improve cow performance during the hot summer months. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources.
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Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-35P | ||
Measuring Forage with a Falling Plate Meter | This is a Graze 300 Virginia video which is part of an Extension initiative to enable Virginia farmers to achieve 300 days of livestock grazing by facilitating better pasture management and environmental stewardship. In this video clip, Jeanie Layton-Dudding, Extension Agent with Virginia Cooperative Extension, demonstrates how to use a falling plate meter measure the amount of forage available in a pasture and to plan your winter feeding management. For more information about Graze 300 VA and Virginia Cooperative Extension, please visit Graze 300. Funding for the video was generously provided by the Agua Fund to encourage sustainable resilient agriculture and the conservation of important natural resources. |
Nov 2, 2023 | SPES-36P | ||
VCE Ag Today: Small Ruminants | Nov 10, 2021 | VCE-1027-54NP | |||
Bullets for Survival in the Cow/Calf Business | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Cow-Calf Manager: Value of Creep Feeding Depends on Forage | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Crossbreeding- The Lost Art?: Part 1 | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Crossbreeding- The Lost Art?: Part 2 | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Crossbreeding- The Lost Art?: Part 3 | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Large Round Bale Feeders Compared | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Why Cattle Differ in Value: Virginia Retained Ownership Program Summary | May 8, 2009 | ||||
The Value of a Good Bull | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Selection for Carcass Traits: New Tools | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Measuring the Value of Retained Ownership | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Basic Strategies for Buying the Right Bull | May 8, 2009 | ||||
What is Age and Source Verification? | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Analyzing the Cost of a Bull | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Voluntary Standards for a Forage-Fed Livestock Marketing Claim | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Implanting Calves Still Pays Dividends | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Changing Times: Management Considerations for Cow-Calf Producers | May 8, 2009 | ||||
The Optimum Cow | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Making Performance Tested Bulls- Determining Their Value | May 8, 2009 | ||||
You Can Cut Corners on Cow Minerals, Just Not Right Now | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Beef Cow Size, Efficiency and Profit | May 8, 2009 | ||||
Cow-Calf Profitability | May 8, 2009 |