Name
The Chicken Year: A Seasonal Look at Raising Layers, Meat Birds, and Breeding Stock
Date & Time
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Description
Join us for a deep dive into the year-round care and management of chickens, focusing on the specific needs of layers, meat birds, and breeding stock through the changing seasons. Whether you're an aspiring backyard chicken keeper or a seasoned farmer, this session will provide practical insights into raising healthy flocks, optimizing egg and meat production, and managing breeding cycles. We'll also explore the benefits of rotational grazing, showing how to integrate chickens into your farm’s ecosystem to enhance soil health, reduce pest pressure, and support regenerative agriculture. Learn how to navigate seasonal challenges—from brooding in the spring to winterizing your coop—and discover strategies to improve animal welfare, productivity, and sustainability throughout the entire chicken year.
Location Name
C107
Full Address
Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW
Building C
Atlanta, GA 30313
United States
Session Type
Class/Lecture
Area of Region
Virginia
Topics
Livestock