Agriculture & Food: Animal Agriculture Articles
Animal Agriculture Day
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Hands-on is best teacher By Amanda VanDerBroek (Contact) | Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald Published Thursday, October 30, 2008 SEABOARD—Some things are better learned hands on. On Tuesday, more than 200 elementary students from across Northampton County learned just that at Northampton
4-Hers show at the State Fair.
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By Heather LifseyExtension AgentRALEIGH-People typically think of turkeys around Thanksgiving but for several area youth turkeys have been on their minds since June.Five 4-H members from Northampton and Hertford counties capped off a four-month 4-H project by showing at the ninth annual Youth Market Turkey Show at the North Carolina State Fair last Friday (October 17). This was
Coyotes-They are closer than you think!
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We have a new neighbor living with us. Even though some folks have seen them, many don’t realize that they have been living beside you. Coyotes have been living in Davidson County for quite some time and can be found everywhere in the county. Learning to live side by side with a coyote population takes some thought on your
Backyard Chickens Becoming Popular
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Backyard Chickens Becoming PopularBy: Judy Scott, Oregon State Extension Service Most people keep chickens for three reasons, according to Jim Hermes, Oregon State University Extension animal science specialist. Farmers raise them for meat, and with more than 400 breeds and exotic varieties in the United States, exhibition is popular with many growers.But the easy availability of fresh eggs in a time
Four County Equine Event
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HORSE OWNERS, make plans to attend the Four County Equine Meeting. This event will be Tuesday, December 2 at the Forsyth County Agricultural Building, 1450 Fairchild Drive, in Winston-Salem. This educational event begins at 7:00 PM and will be conducted by Davie County Large Animal Hospital. Topics to be discussed are: Colic, Preventative Health Care and Alternative Equine Therapies. This program is free to the public. Refreshments will be provided and your RSVP
Four County Equine Event
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HORSE OWNERS, make plans to attend the Four County Equine Meeting. This event will be Tuesday, December 2 at the Forsyth County Agricultural Building, 1450 Fairchild Drive, in Winston-Salem. This educational event begins at 7:00 PM and will be conducted by Davie County Large Animal Hospital. Topics to be discussed are: Colic, Preventative Health Care and Alternative Equine Therapies. This program is free to the public. Refreshments will be provided and your RSVP
The Importance of Water and Hay to Horses in the Winter
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With the brisk temperatures that have snuck up on us this week, it’s a good time to remember how critical these changes can be to our equine companions. If you’ve been in the horse business long enough, you have probably encountered a horse experiencing colic due to temperature changes. Keeping horses warm and hydrated in the winter, as well as in good body condition can be a challenge, especially during weeks like this one. Key
Poultry Litter Reminders
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The high price of commercial fertilizer has increased the demand for poultry litter. A few years ago, some poultry farmers considered litter to be a liability. Now, poultry litter is in high demand for its fertilizer value. This is a good time to review some regulations related to poultry litter. 1. Poultry litter cannot be stockpiled
Winterizing Your Calf Program
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When the temperature falls, calves use additional energy to maintain their body temperature. Cold weather is especially tough on calves less than 3 weeks of age. Older calves are not as sensitive to cold because they have a functioning rumen, which generates heat. Here are some practices to help your calves make it through the winter:
Poultry Litter Reminders
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The high price of commercial fertilizer has increased the demand for poultry litter. A few years ago, some poultry farmers considered litter to be a liability. Now, poultry litter is in high demand for its fertilizer value. This is a good time to review some regulations related to poultry litter. 1. Poultry litter cannot be stockpiled