Numbered Publications: ASC
ASC-191: How Much Will My Chickens Eat?
Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | Dec. 10, 2012 (New)
Before purchasing chicks (or chickens) it is important to consider the cost of keeping them. Much of this cost is in the feed they consume. So the key question is, "How much will my chickens eat?" Chickens need a complete feed that contains protein (with the right balance of amino acids), energy, vitamins, and minerals. Today we know more about the nutritional requirements of chickens than any other animal. The amount of feed they need will depend on several factors.
ASC-189: Making a Hoop Pen for Pasture Poultry
Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | Dec. 10, 2012 (New)
Interest in pasture poultry production has been on the rise. This kind of poultry production typically involves housing the birds in a bottomless pen that is placed on pasture and moved at regular intervals. The flock has access to the pasture (plants and any associated insects) while providing them some protection from predators.
ASC-193: Poultry Producer Liability
Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | Dec. 10, 2012 (New)
As more and more producers begin to have small- or medium-sized poultry operations the issue of liability and responsibility has become a concern. It is important producers are aware of what is expected of them by consumers and society as a whole.
ASC-192: Why Have My Hens Stopped Laying?
Jacquie Jacob, Tony Pescatore | Nov. 27, 2012 (New)
Egg production in a chicken flock follows a typical curve. While the curve is similar for most breeds of chickens, the specific numbers can vary significantly, especially with regards to age at first egg, peak production rate, and egg weight.
ASC-185: Feeding the Broodmare: Four Easy Steps
Fernanda Camargo, Laurie Lawrence | Aug. 22, 2012 (New)
The nutritional needs of broodmares change as they go through the stages of reproduction. This publication begins with nutritional strategies to enhance the likelihood a mare will become pregnant, then it discusses feeding management of the mare during pregnancy and lactation, and it ends with some nutritional considerations for the post-weaning period.
ASC-187: Help! My Horse is Too Fat!
Fernanda Camargo, Bob Coleman, Laurie Lawrence | Apr. 19, 2012 (New)
As we understand more about the impact that obesity has on animal health, it is imperative that we strive to keep our horses at an optimum body condition.
ASC-188: Help! My Horse is Too Thin!
Fernanda Camargo, Bob Coleman, Laurie Lawrence | Apr. 19, 2012 (New)
As we understand more about the impact that emaciation has on animal health, it is imperative that we strive to keep our horses at an optimum body condition.
ASC-186: Distillers Grain Coproducts for Beef Cattle
Roy Burris, Jeff Lehmkuhler | Dec. 5, 2011 (New)
Feeding distillers grains derived from the production of spirits or ethanol for fuel is an acceptable practice for beef cattle production. The use of these products as both an energy and a protein supplement has been beneficial as the cereal grain prices have increased making these coproducts more cost competitive.
ASC-146: Methods of Identification for Horses
Fernanda Camargo | Sep. 13, 2011 (Major Revision)
In today's competitive world of equine sports, proper identification has become a top priority. Thorough and effective identification ensures that the horse being bought, sold, raced, or bred is indeed the horse it is claimed to be. Many methods are used to identify a horse, including markings, cowlicks, chestnuts, tattooing, freeze branding, blood typing, DNA typing, and microchip identification.
ASC-184: Preventing Barn Fire: Tips for Horse Owners
Fernanda Camargo | Jun. 2, 2011 (New)
Every year, close to 200 horses are reported to have died in barn fires in the United States. Although less frequent than house fires, barn fires are more common than we would like. Many barn fires could be prevented by good barn design/construction, strict personnel policies, and clear directives about how the barn and equipment should be maintained.