Raising Rabbits, Part 1
03 Jun, 2020 Raising Rabbits… In a time when food supply could be in question, raising rabbits for meat is a viable option. We have all heard “it tastes like chicken” before because some meats truly do. Processed and…
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Raising cattle for home grown beef
14 Aug, 2019 Raising homegrown beef My family has been raising our own meat for about 10 years. We joined 4-H with my son and started in the market lamb project. At first, we were lost if not for our…
How much does it cost to raise a market lamb?
March 12, 2019 When my son joined 4-H, he started something big. His 2 sisters followed in his footsteps and continued what he started. He started by buying his first market lamb for $150. We actually paid for his startup…
Gain a wealth of knowledge through 4-H
10 March 2019 Joining 4-H costs considerably less than sports. It is not just about animals. Availability of projects is dependent upon adult volunteers. Commitment may vary by region. Where my kids grew up, the commitment is 1 club meeting per month (where…