Animal Production

Building an On-Farm Poultry Processing Facility

Plan and construct a mobile poultry processing unit or stationary facility for on-farm processing.

Profitable Poultry

Profitable Poultry: Raising Birds on Pasture features farmer experiences plus the latest research in a guide to raising chickens and turkeys using pens, movable fencing and pastures.

Manure Composting for Livestock and Poultry Production

This Montana State University publication addresses medium- to large-scale composting as a management option for animal producers in cold, semi-arid environments.

Working With Your Food Safety Inspector

How food safety inspectors and small scale processors can work together to meet regulations. 

Sustainable Control of Internal Parasites in Small Ruminant Production

Small ruminants (sheep and goats) are adaptable to many different production systems and can be raised with relatively few inputs, but they face huge production challenges. Control of internal parasites, especially gastrointestinal nematodes including Haemonchus contortus (barberpole worm, stomach worm), is a primary concern for many sheep and goat producers and is particularly challenging in humid regions.

Energy Independence: On-Farm Biodiesel Fuel Production

Roger Rainville is ahead of the curve when it comes to reducing costs on his farm near Alburgh, Vt. He’s currently producing biodiesel from canola and sunflower for about $1.70 a gallon.

Applying for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)

This plain language guide discusses eligibility and the application process for the USDA-NRCS Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).

Resources for Vermont's Beginning Farmers

This website provides new and beginning farmers in Vermont with information to help them succeed.