Iowa ffa members who are interested in entering ffa shows at the iowa state fair need to contact their chapter advisor. Welcome to the swine showman website all the tools you need are right here. You may place your record book in a folder or plastic protector sheets 3 ring binders not recommended. Supervised agricultural experiences sae texas ffa association.
The list of 4h and ffa members that are selected to receive record book awards will be posted at the respective specie. Swine breeding project and record book from ohio 4h. All counties in california must be in alignment with the version outlined in the manual. The drug statement at the back of this record book must be signed by the youth and the. It is suggested that a copy of the record book be made for use as a work copy. Hillsborough county fair youth livestock record book year. This contest is sponsored by california beef cattle improvement association as a special project of the california ffa foundation. Mark all departments you are participating in at the fair. The drug statement at the back of this record book must be s igned by the youth and the.
Students enrolled in agricultural education courses are expected to keep uptodate records of their classroom and laboratory instruction, agricultural experiences sae and leadership development ffa. Record book judging remember, your record book needs to be up to date on the day your animal enters the fair. The graduating class of 2021 and beyond must use the aet system. Gain understanding of the business aspects of a swine project, including expenses, revenues, and the potential for profits or losses. The florida 4h state website offers some of these books and other educational books for online purchase. California beef cattle improvement association lisa pherigo 1221 h street sacramento, ca 95814 resources. Classroom instruction, ffa and supervised agricultural experience sae. The 201920 edition has minor changes compared to the 201819 edition. Records may then be transferred into this book for a final copy. Performance beef weigh in sheets, dna sample envelopes and payment are due february 1. It is very important that every section of this record book be complete and accurate. Hernando county senior ages 1418 market swine project. For questions about the youth livestock program please contact the fair office at 9417221639. Why is it important you keep a record of your 4h activities.
The ffa advisor will sign off that you passed the parliamentary procedure exam so skip this. Official 4h dairy and dairy goat care and feed record book. Youth livestock area rules and regulations are online. Average daily gain adg is calculated by dividing the pounds gained by the number of days since last weighed or in the case of end of project, days since first weighed. The ffa experience is valuable to all students, regardless if they do or do not ultimately pursue agricultural careers. Ffa members are both prepared to embark on a career in agriculture through opportunities available in eight different career pathways, and they are prepared for career success in another chosen field because the components of the mission become differentiating power skills. If these rules are not followed your record book may be disqualified from grading. Information provided in this record book will be valuable for transacting saerelated business, assessing learning experiences and growth of the sae, and reporting sae achievements when applying for employment and ffa degrees, awards, and scholarships. Alternate beef breeding care and feed record book ffa members official 4h dairy and dairy goat care and feed record book.
Livestock georgia agricultural education, ffa, and foundation. It is mandatory that market animals be identified by a. In 4h and ffa, young people have tracked their activities, events, profits and losses, skill development and learning experiences, and much more using the iconic record book. Click below to submit nominations and entries nominateenter online. Georgia 4h and ffa state steer show classification guidelines. A minimum completed club 4h record book consists of the following items. The focus reflects the importance of this life skill in our daily lives. The california ffa livestock insurance application is to be used for all market livestock see chart below for specific animal types insured under the insurance program.
These are skills that youth need in order to transition into a healthy, responsible, contributing adult. Alternate horse care and feed record book ffa members official 4h poultry care and feed record book. Record book california ffa and agricultural education. Oct 04, 2019 why is it important you keep a record of your 4h activities. Market hog project and record book from ohio 4h recorded. For each swine project animal in your herd at the start of the project year, list its name or herd number, registration number if registered, breed, birth date or age, date of purchase if applicable, how animal left the herd, and date, sex use the appreciation s for sow, b for boar, g for gilt, ba for barrow and value this may be the purchase price or appraised value.
Georgia junior beef futurity the georgia junior beef futurity is hosted cooperatively with georgia 4h, agriculture education and the university of georgia each july at the georgia junior national fairgrounds and agricenter in perry, ga. Ffa members are both prepared to embark on a career in agriculture through opportunities available in eight different career pathways, and they are prepared for career success in another chosen field because the components of. If you choose to not complete any section of the record book, you will not receive a ribbon. The record book will allow you to keep track of all the pertinent information needed for financial planning. Jimmy was a firefighter and emt for the city of lake wales for seven years before becoming a lineman for florida power and an engineer for duke and progress energy. Record books must be completed and turned in according to the rules that govern your species. Failure to turn in appropriate paperwork, on designated days will result in deductions andor disqualification. Suwannee river livestock show and sale all activities, while competitive in nature, are for the primary purpose of educating and fostering the participant in the areas of organization skills, record keeping, self reliance, self esteem, responsibility, and good citizenship. Learn the importance of keeping swine production and financial records by using the appropriate 4h livestock record book provided by the 4h leader or extension agent. During the course of their project members are given the opportunity to learn veterinarian skills including the administration of medicine, business and risk management, feed management for market hogs, along with so much more. He was a lifetime volunteer for the polk county youth fair, serving as president for the past 11 years. Sarasota county fair swine record book ufifas extension. Hernando county senior ages 14 18 market swine project record book name age as of september 1st 4h club or ffa chapter. The 4h member has completed this record book to a satisfactory level.
Only one record book should be turned in per exhibitor. Ration record to be completed by fair care and feed book check in entries should be made at the beginning and then any time you make a change in your animals ration. Official 4h beef breeding care and feed record book. Purpose of this project the purpose of any animal project is to help teach youth valuable life skills. Livestock georgia agricultural education, ffa, and. Enter the date you received your chapter ffa degree if applicable 3.
So stop writing animal weights on feed sacks and trying to recreate records from calendars, checkbooks and faded receipts. Utilize the aets student tutorial guide and videos to better understand the record book keeping system. Texas ffa news 10 record book keeping tips for students. There cannot be more than one beef, sheep, swine or goat tagged or sold. Market swine project record book name age as of september 1 st 4h club or ffa chapter. One record book should be used for each species beef, sheep, swine except where a conflict between breeding and market records exists then a second record book may be used. Record book turn in after report card has been accepted.
Whether student, teacher or region user, the aet aggregates data to produce impactful reports. Instructions for completing 2019 beef heifer record books the record books will be evaluated by a committee of 4h and ffa jr. Members who become active in market swine production are given a great hands on experience. The 4h and ffa programs have a long history of record keeping. The list of 4h and ffa members that are selected to receive record book awards will be posted at the respective specie show office as soon as they are available. General rules for all 4h and ffa projects for the 2020 pima county fair.
The record books will be evaluated by a committee of 4h and ffa jr. Pima county 4h project resources cooperative extension. Each year wasco ffa and wasco high school agriculture department offers students the opportunity to show livestock and the smart students always choose to show market swine for the kern county fair. This page should be completed at the start of your project and share it with your 4 h or ffa leader. The 201920 record book manual and record book forms. For each swine project animal in your herd at the start of the project year, list its name or herd number, registration number if registered, breed, birth date or age, date of purchase if applicable, how animal left the herd, and date, sex use the appreciation s for sow, b for boar. Mandatory swine skills test at higgins hall, pasco county fairground. Official 4h market livestock beef or swine care and feed record book.
Record books turned in after that time will receive an automatic white ribbon. After the final weighin, record your animals weight in your record book. You are invited to participate in pageants, talent competitions, arts and crafts, livestock shows and more. Health record this should include a record of any health related activities such as deworming, vet services, etc. For example, if you start your animal on a growing ration and change it to a. Each chapter contains a purpose, instructions about how to complete the section, and an example. Keeping records of 4h projects could help you when you apply for college scholarships too.
The 4 h l eader or ffa advisor is responsible for visiting the exhibitor and the animal to give assistance when needed. Enter the date you received your greenhand ffa degree if applicable 2. Make a copy of bill of sale and keep in record book and turn in the original. This sheep birthing record includes spaces for all the important details about births in your flock. Because, by recording your activities you can remember all the fun youve had so far, and set future goals. We have updated to using the new agriculture experience tracker aet service. Capture time spent at sae visits, ffa competitions and more.
The record book manual and record book forms are separate documents. For clear understanding and expectations, the council now defines sae as a studentled, instructorsupervised, workbased learning experience that results in measurable outcomes within a predefined, agreed upon set of agriculture, food and natural. All achievements listed in this application must be the results of a ffa swine project that is concluded between april 16 of the previous year and april 15 of the current. The chapters of this manual are divided according to the sections of the record book. Projects one project report form for every project completed meetings held meetings attended club meetings attended this year percent attended during the current year, 80% attendance is. The florida ffa association this form must be used for reporting records of achievement of all ffa members who wish their applications considered for state proficiency awards. In california, there are three approved record systems. Your reference guide is designed to fit into a three ring notebook with your project record books. Download and print out your livestock record forms below. Alternate poultry care and feed record book ffa members. An agricultural education program is made up of three integrated parts. Failure to do so, may disqualify you to show your animal and will be determined by the livestock committee. Jimmy was a member of the first baptist church lake wales.
The manatee county fair offers many opportunities for community involvement and fun. Alternate dairy and dairy and dairy goat care and feed record book ffa members official 4h horse care and feed record book. All livestock regardless of type can be recorded on the same form. Your record book should begin when you purchase your animal. The national council for agricultural education the council revised the sae descriptors in 2017. This record is designed for youth in their first years of livestock project work. The aet has helped more than 2 million users nationwide to manage time and financial resources both inside and outside the classroom. Use this area to record when your animals are weighed. All record and project books linked here are pdf format and can be printed on your home printer. The top five junior and senior record books will be recognized during the champion drive on. Keep track of a lambs birth through weaning using this form. Enter the date you received your state ffa degree if applicable 4.