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The broiler project is a short-term project generally lasting a few weeks. Broilers are chickens bred to grow muscle fast and to be eaten.
Showing poultry begins with selecting the right birds to show. This begins several months before the shows.
After reviewing online information from hatcheries and extension publications, I have some helpful tips if you’re considering hatching your own birds.
May 2023: How much Space do I Need?, Breed Options, Livestock Shows, and Bird Care.
The primary objective of producing broilers is to optimize growth. Find information on housing, brooding, heating, lighting, feeders, waterers, feeds, feeding and health. (PDF format only)
Introduction to the 4-H Poultry Project. Downloadable project book available.
The LSU AgCenter 4-H and FFA Junior Showmanship show gives members a chance to show their broilers. This guide shows how to handle your broiler for exhibition showmanship.
The LSU AgCenter 4-H and FFA Junior Showmanship show gives members a chance to show their broilers. This guide shows how to handle your broiler for exhibition showmanship.
4-H and FFA members share their experiences raising and showing poultry at the LSU AgCenter Junior Showmanship Show.
The primary objective of producing broilers is to optimize growth. Find information on housing, brooding, heating, lighting, feeders, waterers, feeds, feeding and health. (PDF format only)
