Florida 4-H Poultry Record Book: 4HPOR02/4H038, rev. 9/2019

Abstract

The Florida 4-H Poultry Project Record Book is designed as a tool for Florida 4-H members to keep records for their dual-purpose or show flocks.  

The purpose of the 4-H poultry project is to achieve the following:

• To acquire an understanding of poultry production by preparing for, purchasing, breeding, caring for, and keeping records on one or more chickens or other poultry species as a part of a 4-H project.
• To be able to identify the types and breeds of poultry and employ efficient methods of production and marketing.
• To understand the business aspects and economics of purchasing poultry animals, feed, facilities, and equipment for a poultry project.
• To develop life skills and workforce preparedness skills such as responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship, development of a strong work ethic, and cooperation.
• To develop leadership abilities, build character, and become responsible citizens.
• Apply science, engineering, and technology skills to their projects,
• Develop science literacy.
• Pursue education and careers related to science.

Written by Chris Decubellis, dairy/animal sciences, 4-H state specialized agent, Florida 4-H Youth Development Program; UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611. The original version of this record book was written by L. W. Kalch in 1979.