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Poultry and Pigeons

Take Flight with 4-H Poultry and Pigeon Projects

Are you curious about raising chickens, turkeys, or pigeons? Whether you’re dreaming of showing birds, collecting fresh eggs, or learning about their fascinating behaviors, 4-H Poultry and Pigeon Projects offer something for everyone. Join us as we dive into the world of feathered friends and provide you with the resources, guidance, and support to succeed. From beginner tips to advanced care, these projects are perfect for youth ready to spread their wings and take on new challenges!

What to know about bird flu (HPAI) in Oregon

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is a highly contagious, deadly disease for domestic poultry, but is not so severe in other species.

The current strain of HPAI circulating in the U.S. and worldwide (H5N1) is endemic in wild birds, causing outbreaks in poultry, wild mammals, including seals and sea lions, and domestic animals, including dairy cows.

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Project Resources

Poultry and Pigeon Advancement Program(4-H154R)

The Poultry and Pigeon Advancement Program guide consists of a series of steps that allows 4-H members to set personal goals and learn at their own speed.

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Poultry Project Member Guide(4-H 150)

Member guide for the 4-H poultry project. Learn how to brood, feed, and care for chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, guinea fowl, pheasants, or other wild game birds.

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4-H Pigeon and Dove Project Manual(4-H 154)

This manual introduces 4-H members and their leaders to the possibilities of raising pigeons and/or doves as a 4-H project. Pigeons and doves can adapt to nearly all conditions. You may raise them in rural, suburban, or urban areas; they seldom are restricted by zoning. They are easy to raise, basically inexpensive to maintain, and require very little space. They are fairly quiet and have few offensive odors.

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Ready to explore the world of poultry and pigeons?

Join a 4-H club in your area and start your journey with feathered friends! Contact your local Extension office for more information, or check out our resources to see how 4-H can help you take flight in these exciting projects.

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