The American Poultry Association is excited to announce the launch of our Poultry Video Library—a growing collection of educational videos designed to support poultry enthusiasts at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re raising your very first chicks or preparing for your next show, these video lessons are here to guide and inspire. From breed […]
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When you first walk into a poultry show, understanding the showroom layout can be overwhelming. If you are showing birds, knowing where to start looking for cages can take your stress to new heights. Understanding poultry shows comes with time, but knowing the showroom layout before you even enter the building can help you feel
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As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, poultry keepers must start preparing their flocks for the challenges of winter. Whether you’re raising chickens, ducks, or other fowl, ensuring your birds are healthy, warm, and productive through the colder months is essential. Winter is also a strategic time to evaluate and select breeders
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We’re pleased to announce the launch of the APA Job Listings Board — a new tool to help our members post and find roles related to poultry shows and exhibitions. We hope this board will serve the community by helping Show Staff connect with Judges & Volunteers. Whether you’re organizing a local event or a
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🐓 Poultry and Personal Health: A Meaningful Connection Keeping poultry is an exciting and rewarding hobby. There are numerous practices that can be used to prevent illness for both you and your birds while you work towards your poultry goals. Below are some methods to help keep you and your flock healthy and productive. 🧼
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Congratulations to the 2024 Semi-Annual Meet winners at the Delmarva Poultry Fanciers show:
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Minorca’s originated on the island of Minorca in the Mediterranean region where they were kept for production of large, chalk white eggs as well as for their meat. Weighing in at nine pounds for males and seven and a half for females, Minorca’s are the largest and heaviest of the Mediterranean breeds. Combine this
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Applications are open for the American Poultry Association Richard Stevens Scholarship. Two scholarships in the amount of $1,000.00 will be awarded in 2024. The Richard Stevens scholarship is available to anyone who wishes to pursue any type of educational program beyond a traditional high school education. This could include study at a traditional four-year college,
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The American Poultry Association is pleased to congratulate the following members on their achievements in breeding and exhibiting poultry. There is so much hard work behind these prestigious achievements, and we want to recognize you for your accomplishment. Congratulations to all of you for your hard work throughout this past year! This is a well-deserved
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By Sheridan Wimmer, courtesy Kansas Living magazine https://kansaslivingmagazine.com/articles/2023/11/20/kansas-turkey-breeder-aims-to-protect-rare-breeds Reese’s ‘fringe flocks’ in Kansas nurture heritage turkeys For Frank Reese in McPherson County, protecting his turkey flock has been his life’s mission, passion and livelihood. The Good Shepherd Poultry Ranch in Lindsborg is Reese’s avian sanctuary – protecting heritage turkey breeds. “Those white turkeys over there
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