OCEANA COUNTY 4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK EDUCATIONAL NOTEBOOK/RECORD HOG PROJECT Ages 12-14

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1 OCEANA COUNTY 4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK EDUCATIONAL NOTEBOOK/RECORD HOG PROJECT Ages As a member of the 4-H Market Livestock Hog Project, you are required to submit your records as part of an educational project notebook in order to sell your animal at the 4-H Market Livestock Sale. This notebook must be shown to the Oceana County 4-H Market Livestock Committee's Weighmaster at the time of weigh-in and then entered by you in the Educational Notebook Division of the Oceana County Fair on Entry day. Age: The age you enter depends on how old you are or will be on January 1, 2019 Number of years in project: If you are a little buddy, who is your big buddy: Use this sheet as the first page of your project record book. Fill it out completely. Please print neatly. NAME YOUR DATE OF BIRTH Month Day Year 4-H CLUB BREED NAME DATE OF BIRTH DATE RECORD STARTED LOCATION OF WHERE ANIMAL IS RAISED

2 JUDGE S SCORE/COMMENT SHEET (PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE, PLACE THIS SHEET IN SHEET PROTECTOR OR GLUE THIS SHEET TO YOUR COVER). This sheet must be kept free for the judge to write their comments. This sheet should help each 4-H er understand their ribbon placing. A. Specific educational value or worth All questions were answered completely All calculations were correct Calculations were incorrect Questions were not completely answered Questions were not answered (missed questions) B. Notebook contains all project records Notebook contained all project records and were fully completed Notebook contained additional project related information (research materials etc.) Project records were incomplete There was no additional project related information C. Accuracy, neatness and general appearance Notebook was neat in appearance (typed/hand printed) Notebook pages were clean and stain free Notebook pages were in order and complete Notebook pages were out of order and missing pages Notebook was difficult to read and messy Notebook had wrinkled and stained pages Other Comments:

3 4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK HOG NOTEBOOK AGES ) GENERAL GUIDELINE INFORMATION 2) JOURNAL OF CARE 3) PROJECT INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Please keep your notebook in Table of Contents order. 4) SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL PROJECT KNOWLEDGE a) Marketing b) Breed Matching c) Parts of a Hog Identification d) Hog Retail & Wholesale Cuts e) Swine Knowledge Crossword f) 5 Food Groups g) Swine Diseases 5) YOUR PROJECT INFORMATION a) Project Management & Progress b) 4-H Activities c) My Story 6) BUYERS NAMES 7) PICTURES OF YOUR PROJECT (1 page) 8) NON-CLUB/CLUB POINTS SHEETS APPENDIXES (OPTIONAL): A. PICTURES OF YOUR PROJECT (additional pictures) B. FEED INFORMATION (example: Feed labels etc.) C. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PROJECT a. Information you found in reference b. Information you located off the internet c. Information gathered from your feed representative d. Any other information * Include notes as to why you researched this information and found it valuable, link it to your project if possible.

4 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 1 This record book is part of your 4-H Market Hog Project. By keeping records up-to-date you will be able to see how much progress you make as you set goals and work to accomplish them. Write neatly and clearly. Feel free to add extra pages. PROJECT PICTURES Pictures are a required part of this notebook. Taking pictures of your project animal throughout the project will indicate how your animal has grown and developed. Add pictures to your notebook on a separate piece of paper. SCORING CRITERIA The following breakdown will be used during the judging process of all market livestock notebooks. A. Specific educational value or worth 30% B. Creative way of showing what has been learned 10% C. Notebook contains all project records 50% D. Accuracy, neatness and general appearance 10% The Oceana County 4-H Market Livestock Committee encourages 4-H Leader and parent assistance with your project and project notebook. If you should have any questions, please contact the MSU Extension Office. Note: Reference materials used for the specific project knowledge include: a. Extension publication 4-H 1064 Your 4-H Market Hog Project b. 4-H Market Livestock Swine Project Rules c. 4-H Skills for Life Animal Science Series The Incredible Pig d. Swine Resource Handbook (The Ohio State University 4-H) (All swine leaders have a copy and copy available on check-out system at MSU Extension)

5 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 2 JOURNAL OF CARE The 4-H Market Livestock Committee is requiring all 4-H Market Livestock members to complete the Journal of Care, so the judge may see the time, effort and care you have put into learning about your animal. ** It will be assumed that you walked & fed your animal, but what additional things have you done such as; washed, clipped, trimmed, foot care, health practices, medicines, general maintenance (cleaning living area & feed pans), training, had vaccinated, etc. ** APRIL: MAY: JUNE:

6 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 3 JOURNAL OF CARE (continued) JULY: AUGUST: I,, do attest and certify that this 4-Her has cared for this (property owner name (please print) animal in a responsible manner while housed on my property. I also understand that integrity and responsibility are important to this 4-H experience. Signature of Property Owner (if housed at home parent sign) Date

7 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 4 PROJECT INFORMATION The start of the project will be the date the 4-Her placed the animal on feed, not any later than May 11th of the current year. The end of the project will be weigh-in day at the Fair. Project Start Date Project End Date What month was your pig born? Please complete the following chart about your project. Ear Tag Number Breed Gender Date of Purchase Price or value Estimated Starting Weight Ending/ Final Weight (FW) Total Pounds Gained Note: Total pounds gained = ending weight starting weight MONTHLY FEED RECORD & EXPENSES Month Type of feed used- (grain, roughage, etc.) Supplements (if any used) Amount (indicate lbs., etc.) Cost of feed used for the month April May

8 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 5 MONTHLY FEED RECORD & EXPENSES (cont.) Month Type of feed used- (grain, roughage, etc.) Supplements (if any used) Amount (indicate lbs., etc.) Cost of feed used for the month June July August Total Feed Costs for Project $

9 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 6 EXPENSES OTHER THAN FEED The 4-H Market Livestock Committee would like you to keep a running list of all of your expenses -- veterinary charges, bedding, insecticides, trucking, insurance, interest paid on money borrowed, housing etc. Even if housed at your own farm there are still expenses to someone! APR Vet Charges Bedding Insecticides Equipment Trucking Housing /Rent Advertising/Marketing Miscellaneous (specify) Buyer Recognition MONTHLY TOTAL MAY JUNE JULY AUG 4-H FEE TOTALS

10 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 7 PROJECT EFFICIENCY INFORMATION (using figures from pages 4, 5 and 6) Value of Animal at Time of Purchase = = Total lbs. of Gain Days on Feed Average Daily Rate of Gain (from page 4) = Total Feed Cost Total lbs. of gain Feed Cost per Lbs. of Gain = Total lbs. of feed fed Total lbs. of gain Lbs. of Feed Fed per lb. of Gain + + = (TE) Total Feed Expense Cost of Animal Other Expenses Total Project Expense Hogs are sold by the pound at a Large Animal Sale Auction. Find out what bid price (per lb.) you need to get at the Large Market Auction to breakeven (BE) on your market swine project. = Total Expenses (TE) Final Weight (FW) Breakeven Price (BE) (or total cost per lb. to raise your animal) What is the current selling price of hogs (per lb.)? Where did you find the current selling price? (if your source was a person, ask them where they got this information) Would you have been able to make a profit selling on the open market? Why or why not?

11 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 8 PROJECT KNOWLEDGE MARKETING One of the most important parts of any market animal project is marketing. This includes writing a letter, talking to buyers and making sure you thank your previous buyers in a timely fashion. You should NOT scribble a thank you on paper, not go in person to thank your buyer, etc. An appropriate thank you is a requirement. What did you do to market your animal this year? Did you do anything differently than before, if you participated in the past? SWINE BREED MATCHING (Write the letter from the breeds listed below with the correct definition). A. Berkshire B. Duroc C. Hampshire D. Landrace E. Poland China F. Spot G. Yorkshire White pigs with drooping ears. They are 4 th most recorded breed in the US. Females are known to produce large litters over an extended time. Black hogs with white belts across their shoulder, covering the front legs around the body. The 3 rd most recorded breed in the US. Black bodied pigs with 6 white points, including their nose tail & feet. They have erect short ears and dished snouts. Red pigs with drooping ears are the 2 nd most recorded breed in the US and a major breed in other countries. Ability to produce large litters, longevity in the female are all characteristics. Black & white bodies pigs may have a white nose, tail & feet. They have mediumsized, droopy ears. This breed stands as the embodiment of perfection in the swine industry. White Breed with erect ears is the most recorded breed in the US & Canada. They are muscular with lots of lean meat and low back fat. Their motto is The Mother Breed and a Whole Lot More White-bodied pigs have black spots & medium-sized droopy ears. Popular with farmers & commercial swine producers for their ability to transmit fast-gaining, meat qualities to their offspring.

12 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 9 HOG PARTS IDENTIFICATION Identify the part of the hog by writing the letter from the word bank, identifying the part next to the correct number below. WORD BANK: A. Depth of Side I. Knee Q. Seam or Crotch Y. Underline B Depth of Seam or Crotch J. Length of Side R. Sheath Z. Hock C. Dew Claw K. Loin S. Shoulder D. Elbow L. Neck T. Shoulders E. Face M. Pastern U. Stifle region of ham F. Ham N. Poll V. Tail Setting G. Heart girth O. Rear Flank W. Turn over loin edge H. Jowl P. Rump X. Width of Stifle T

13 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 10 PORK CUTS FILL IN THE NUMBERS FOR THE 5 WHOLESALE CUTS OF PORK IN THE SPACES PROVIDED BELOW Boston Shoulder ham loin picnic Shoulder side or Belly FILL IN THE LETTERS FOR THE 9 RETAIL CUTS OF PORK tenderloin spareribs smoked picnic smoked ham fresh ham sliced bacon center cut chops blade steak back ribs

14 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 11 1 SWINE KNOWLEDGE- CROSSWORD PUZZLE ACROSS 1. Number one country for U.S. pork exports. 3. Grain and other ingredients used in making a ration 6. In a sow, the process of producing milk 8. Carried in pocket while showing 12. Ability to accept high or low placings with grace and honor. 13. Male parent (boar) of a specific pig 14. Leading country for swine production 15. The young of a sow born at the same time. DOWN 1. Person directly responsible for placings in a class. 2. Panel used to move swine. 3. Referring to amount of fat over muscle. 4. Reddish color breed of swine. 5. Act of one pig biting or chewing on another. 7. Person who buys or use products 9. Breed of black pig wearing a white belt. 10. The act of giving birth 11. World s most widely consumed meat. WORD BANK (not all words will be used) America Board Brush Buyers Cannibalism China Comb Consumer Duroc Farrow Fat Feedstuff Finish Hampshire Hurdle Japan Judge Lactation Litter Pork Poultry Sire Sportsmanship

15 2019-Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 12 THE FIVE FOOD GROUPS - Match the term with the correct statement by drawing a line from the term to the description. TERM: Roughage Proteins Concentrates Energy Minerals Vitamins Water DESCRIPTION: Carbohydrates and fats that provide for body growth and maintenance. Grains that are high in energy, low in fiber and easily used by the hog. Leafy green plants such as alfalfa and grasses. Nutrients the build bones and teeth and support other life functions. Just as important as other feed nutrients, but are needed in smaller amounts. The most important part of a hog s diet The building blocks of which most hog s body tissues are made. MATCH THE SWINE DISEASES TO THEIR SYMPTOMS High fever (104 to 106F), poor appetite & stiffness. Pigs may stand with their feet well under their body, giving their backs an arched appearance. Highly contagious, caused by a virus. Can be spread from pig to pig thru drinking water, bedding or on shoes & clothes of people. Fever, loss of appetite, labored breathing, vomiting & trembling. Lung inflammation or irritation. Signs are abnormal nasal discharge, persistent cough, labored breathing, gauntness, dull eye & coat. This disease caused by bacterium which affects the pig s large intestine. Affected pigs have diarrhea with mucus and blood in it. DISEASES: A. Swine Dysentery B. Pneumonia C. Pseudorabies D. Erysipelas

16 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 13 PROJECT PROGRESS AND MANAGEMENT RECORD 1. When you selected your market hog what factors did you consider? 2. What is the best feature(s) of your market hog this year? 3. What feature(s) of your market hog could use some improvement? 4. What were your 4-H and project goals for the year?

17 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 14 4-H ACTIVITIES The 4-H Pledge (fill in the blanks) I pledge,,,,,. The 4-H MOTTO: What 4-H Means to Me: Number of club meetings held: Number I attended: List any club activities in which you have: Participated in Responsibilities which you have assumed (for example: Community Service events, workshops, judging contests, clinics, offices held, parades representing 4-H, etc.) Activity Date Location Placing, Position or Comments

18 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 15 MY 4-H STORY (Interesting things that happened to me and my animal this year, challenges, highlights of my year or anything else I would like to share about my overall 4-H experience) POTENTIAL BUYERS NAMES As part of your 4-H Market Livestock Project, you must personally contact at least five potential buyers before the Oceana County Fair. You are encouraged to seek two new buyers that have not been asked or submitted before. You also must have at least three different buyers than those of your siblings in the market livestock project. Please confirm with your buyers their accurate mailing address (example: post office box vs. a street address). The information on page 16 must be completed and taken to the Oceana County MSU Extension Office on or before the due date where it will be copied and used to send out letters to your potential buyers. This page will remain in your notebooks. This is a Market Livestock Committee rule. Failure to comply will result in not being able to sell your animal in the 4-H Market Livestock Sale.

19 2019-Hog Record Book (12-14) Stamp Page 16 Staff 4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK POTENTIAL BUYER S LIST SWINE PROJECT (AGES 12-14) Name Club Please print business names and complete addresses clearly. 1. Contact Name Business Name Mailing Address Phone Signature 2. Contact Name Business Name Mailing Address Phone Signature 3. Contact Name Business Name Mailing Address Phone Signature 4. Contact Name Business Name Mailing Address Phone Signature 5. Contact Name Business Name Mailing Address Phone Signature (Must be stamped by the MSU Extension Office)

20 2019- Hog Record Book (12-14) Page 17 YOUR PROJECT PICTURES Please use this page for your project pictures. If you have more than 1 page of pictures please use the appendix section to include those pictures.