News
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New 4-H market hog project resource
Published on April 4, 2017
“Your 4-H Market Hog Project” resource offers tips and information for youth raising market hogs. -
Pre- and post-purchase tips: Adding animals to the herd made easy
Published on March 31, 2017
Adding animals to existing herds poses a certain amount of risk. Make sure to check off the important information prior to purchasing. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Estimating costs
Published on February 6, 2017
Second article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Hog selection
Published on February 6, 2017
Third article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Preparations
Published on February 6, 2017
First article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Keeping pigs, people and the public healthy during fairs and exhibitions
Published on February 2, 2017
Swine exhibitors can be proactive by using different strategies to help reduce stress and minimize the spread of disease at their events this year. -
Make plans to practice livestock biosecurity at your fair
Published on February 1, 2017
Tips and best practices for preparing and handling biosecurity at your fair. -
Veterinary Feed Directive impact on youth exhibitors
Published on December 9, 2016
New Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) requirements begin Jan. 1, 2017, affecting all livestock producers—including youth. -
Steps to developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship
Published on December 9, 2016
Be prepared for the unexpected when raising animals by developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship. -
Daily observation is key in animal health and wellbeing
Published on November 29, 2016
Daily observation helps animal owners properly monitor their animal’s health and wellbeing.