Author | : Tara Kindschi |
File Size | : 50,7 Mb |
Publisher | : Voyageur Press |
Language | : English |
Release Date | : 15 January 2010 |
ISBN | : 9781616732219 |
Pages | : 178 pages |
4 H Guide to Raising Chickens by Tara Kindschi Book PDF Summary
Raising chickens teaches more than animal husbandry. It’s a hands-on chance to learn the character- and community-building principles and practices that 4-H is all about. And, of course, it’s fun. This easy-to-follow, illustrated guide introduces beginners to the basics of how to raise chickens. Whether you’re a 4-H’r, a first-time poultry owner, or a future egg farmer, The 4-H Guide to Raising Chickens provides step-by-step instructions for your project. From selecting a breed to caring for chicks, from housing and fencing to feeding and preventing or treating illness, the guide presents simple, straightforward information about chickens of all kinds, raised for pets, eggs, or meat. It also includes a glossary and list of resources.