4-H poultry projects include embryology, raising and rearing poultry, and poultry and egg consumer projects. These projects are what motivate youth to learn teamwork, develop interpersonal skills, build enthusiasm and enjoy challenges.
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We’ll take you under our wing.
The skills learned in raising livestock also will carry over into other aspects of 4-H life.
Learn about:
- Animal Care and Ownership
- Honesty and Sportsmanship
- Animal Health and Biosecurity
- Quality Assurance and Food Safety
- Animal Housing and Facilities
- Human Health
- Ethics and Conduct
- Career Exploration
Participant outcomes:
- Entrepreneurship
- Leadership
- Communication
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Sportsmanship
Youth interested in poultry can explore careers like:
- Poultry Service Techs
- Quality Assurance
- Management Trainees
- Animal Nutritionist
- Extension Educator
- Veterinary Science
Projects:
- Chicken
- Poultry Other
- Ducks
- Peafowl
- Pigeons
- Turkey
* Not all projects may be offered in every county, contact your County Educator for more information.
Cloverbud Animal Science Opportunities:
Youth between 5 and 7 can participate in our 4-H Cloverbud program! This non-competitive program introduces young children to the world of animal science while focusing on safety.
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Members may take a poultry project to raise poultry for meat or egg production, fancy or exhibition, or just as pets.
This video will walk you through the many responsibilities that go along with a poultry project such as keeping your birds healthy, happy, and free from harm.
Pennsylvania State 4-H Office
- Email pa4h@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-3824
Pennsylvania State 4-H Office
- Email pa4h@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-3824
