Marketing
True or False. Visiting buyers increases the likelihood that they will attend the sale.
True
Name one external parasite.
Ticks, Flies, Mites, and Lice
What is biosecurity?
Practices and Procedures used on farm to help prevent the spread or introduction of diseases.
At the end of this project, what is your income?
sale of the animal and any awards or premiums earned.
ADG
Activities that you can do to sell your product.
True or False. You should deworm every 30 days.
False
What kind of infectious organism caused ringworm?
Fungus
Please give an example of four expenses that you may have with this project.
The animal, feed, health expenses, transportation, equipment and supplies
How is ADG calculated?
Ending Weight - Beginning Weight / Days on Feed
How should you approach a new potential buyer?
With a firm handshake, then introduce yourself while speaking clearly.
What is a withdrawal on a medication?
The days that must pass before the animal can be legally harvested.
How long in days is it recommended to isolate a new animal before introducing them to the herd/flock?
21 days
If you have two animals, how do you determine feed expenses for the one that is sold?
Divide the total feed cost in half.
How do you determine an animals actual or estimated value?
The purchase price
Name one potential marketing tool that you can use for your project.
Visit buyers, write letters to buyers, visual presentation, social media posts and sending invitations
True or False. You can give medication off label without consulting a veterinarian.
False
Name some ways to prevent disease introduction to your farm.
Wash vehicle tires, wear booties, washing hands, foot baths, sanitizing trailers, tools and totes, quarantining new animals, control rodents and flies, limit areas to visitors, limit pets in feeding areas
How can you increase your profit?
Decrease expenses.
What is the importance of knowing your animals ADG?
If ADG is low, either the animal is uncomfortable, switch feed and increase access to water.
Is your job completed after the sale of the animal?
No, you should follow up with the buyer and thank them for purchasing and ask how they are enjoying the product.
What information is needed in order to give a correct dosage of medication or a vaccine?
Animal weight
Name some disposal methods of deceased animals?
Burial, incinerate, or compost
True or False. You should keep your receipts until you can log them into your record book.
True
What is breakeven price and how do you calculate it?
Price per pound needed to cover expenses.
Total Expense / Total Weight