This class has been canceled due to low registration. :(

Backyard Chickens 101:

Saturday November 3, 2018 9 a.m. - 1:00 P.M.

Thinking about backyard chickens? Join us to learn more.

9:00-9:30 am Welcome, Introductions, and Part 1 (Regulations & Breeds)
Mary Beth Henry Small Farms Extension Agent, Polk County

9:30-10:10 Part 2 (Nutrition)
Mary Beth Henry Small Farms Extension Agent, Polk County

10:10-10:30 Break and Visit to Exhibitors

10:30-11:10 Part 3 (Biology and Egg Production & Food Safety)
Vanessa Bielema, Food Systems and Sustainability Extension Agent, Collier County

11:10-11:50 Part 4 (Housing and Predator Control)
Francisco Rivera, Small Farms Extension Agent, Hillsborough County

11:50-12:30 Part 5 (Health, Biosecurity, and Chicken Handling Guidelines)
Robert Kluson, Ph.D., Ag/NR Extension Agent, Sarasota County

12:30-1:00 pm Visit to Exhibitors

Where: Polk County Extension Service 1702 S Hwy 17 S., Bartow, FL 33831
Cost: $20 for adults and $10 for children.
Contact: Rita West at 863- 519-1043 or ritawest@ufl.edu or Mary Beth Henry at 863-519-1049 or mbhenry@ufl.edu