Agrilife Extension Resources
We have a variety of resources, both in-person and online, available for backyard and commercial poultry producers. The topics range from chicken egg and meat production to breed selection and biosecurity to curing and smoking farm-raised chickens, turkeys and quail.
Related Departments: Poultry Science, Animal Science
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This manual aids in teaching beginners and experienced individuals how to properly evaluate live birds, ready-to-cook poultry, shell eggs, and processed poultry. It also includes information related to poultry production, management, and science and cooperating with others in solving poultry industry problems.
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This publication answers the most common questions and concerns regarding avian influenza and outlines biosecurity measures you can use to protect your flocks.
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This publication helps families interested in maintaining a small laying flock to produce eggs for home consumption. It covers housing, feeding and management of pullets and laying hens.
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Even healthy chickens can carry Salmonella. This free 2-page guide answers common poultry safety questions. Get tips on handling, egg care, and teaching kids safe habits. Download your copy today!
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This publication details two recommended broiler feeding programs as well as one recommended turkey feeding program for successful show birds.
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This publication is a plan for creating a simple brooding unit for classroom use.
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This publication is a checklist for your egg-to-chick project.
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This publication contains FAQs and steps for building your own egg candler.
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This publication details the steps to incubate a chicken embryo outside of an egg.
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This publication details the steps to building your own egg incubator.