Hardin County Youth Market Animal Project Program Objective:

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1 Hardin County Youth Market Animal Project Program Objective: The purpose of a Youth Market animal project is to achieve the following: *To acquire an understanding of the animal industry by preparing for, purchasing, caring for and keeping records on one or more head of animals *To be able to identify types of breeds of animals and employ efficient methods of production and marketing. *To understand the business aspects and economics of purchasing animals, feed, facilities, and equipment for an animal project *To develop integrity, sportsmanship, and cooperation *To develop leadership abilities, build character, and become a responsible citizen As an exhibitor of this project I will agree to assume full responsibility for the care and well being of this animal, keep accurate records and complete a project record book. In addition, I hereby certify that any drug, antibiotic or biological substance that is administered by me or any other person is done in strict compliance with the manufacturer s label requirements and Quality Assurance Guidelines. Signature of Youth Exhibitor: Date: Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date: As an active member of the Livestock Club, this record book has been completed by the above named individual and is an accurate record of their project. Signature of 4 H Club Leader: Date: Signature of County Extension Agent: Date: Page 1

2 HARDIN COUNTY MARKET ANIMAL RECORD Name: Age as of Jan. 1: Birthday: Address: City: State: KY Zip Code: Parent/Guardian Name: Phone: Species (one per project book): Beef [ ] Sheep [ ] Swine [ ] Goat [ ] Please refer to the Hardin County Fair YPCS Complete Rules and Regulations or Certified Leader/Extension Agent for questions regarding completion of this record book. ** RECORDS START WITH POSSESSION OF YOUR ANIMAL(S) AND END WITH COUNTY FAIR** Raised animals should have a fair market beginning value BEGINNING INVENTORY OF ANIMALS Date Breed Sex Purchase or Raised Starting Value or Paid Price Starting Weight Pound per pound Total Value: $ Page 2

3 This Year s Project Goals Complete this portion of the record book pre project or once you take possession of your animal. Start Date: Please explain three goals that you plan to complete this project season (ex.. Lead the pledge at a meeting, participate in community service, take first in showmanship, etc ) Please list at least three Community Service projects you plan to complete (must have at least one with club): Please list three sales objectives you plan to utilize this year: Example: Contact at least 8 sponsors to potentially earn $800 in sponsor donations Page 3

4 Weight Record (Add additional pages if needed) It is recommended to record your animals weight from possession date as well as shows attended prior to YPCS show. Use one of the charts below for each market animal. Please make copies of this page as needed for additional animals. Animal KUIP# Animal KUIP# Animal KUIP# Date Weight (lbs) Date Weight (lbs) Date Weight (lbs) (1) (1) Beginning Beginning Beginning (2) (2) (2) (3) (3) (3) (4) (4) (4) (5) (5) (5) (6) (6) (6) (7) (7) (7) (8) (8) (8) (9) (9) (9) (10) (10) (10) (1) (11) (11) (11) (FINAL) (FINAL) (FINAL) (FINAL) Gain: Gain: Gain: (Line 11 Line 1) (Line 11 Line 1) (Line 11 Line 1) ANIMAL HEALTH RECORDS Include the following: vaccinations given, treatment for internal and external parasites, hoof trimming, and illness or veterinarian examinations. DATE DESCRIBE ILLNESS, TREATMENT OR BASIC HEALTH CARE GIVEN Page 4

5 EQUIPMENT CURRENTLY ON HAND (DEPRECIATION EXPENSE) List all equipment such as clippers, showbox, brushes, halters and assets you had at the beginning of the project. Record all new purchases in Expense Other than Feed on page 6. Item Description # of Items Total Value at Beginning of Project Depreciation (10% of value cost, per calendar year) Value at End of Year (Example) Comb 1 $4.50 $.45 $4.05 TOTAL DEPRECIATION: (Depreciation is an expense) $ Page 5

6 Expense other than Feed Worksheet (add additional pages as needed) Expense Category Veterinary Charges Medication Bedding New Equipment Registration Fees/ Tagging fees Trucking/ Transportation Clipping/ Groomer Fee Sponsor Expenses Miscellaneous (specify) Monthly Total September October November December January February March April May June July August Total: $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Total $ Number of animals reflected on this chart Page 6

7 Feed Monthly Feed Record Worksheet (add additional pages if needed) Types Grains Hay Supplements Other (vitamin/mineral) September Lbs. Cost Lbs. Cost Lbs. Cost Lbs. Cost Monthly Lbs. Total Cost October November December January February March April May June July August Totals $ $ $ $ $ Number of animals reflected on this chart Divide total feed cost $ by number of animals on this chart = $ Total feed expense per animal Divide total lbs feed by number of animals on chart = Total lbs feed per animal Total lbs Feed Add all Total feed cost Add all Note: Record feed as it is fed to your animal. *Types of feed should be expressed in pounds, including grains, hay, supplement, silage, etc.. *The estimated value of homegrown feeds should be included. Page 7

8 FEEDING PROGRAM Give a brief description of the type of feed and/or hay your animal is eating. You may wish to list ingredients and indicate % crude protein, % crude fiber, % TDN, % Calcium and % Phosphorus. Please do not staple feed tag to this page. FEED INTAKE Indicate amounts fed where appropriate: Beginning of Project (possession date) DATE LBS. OF FEED PER DAY LBS. OF HAY PER DAY Middle of Project End of Project (sale date) Page 8

9 My Project Efficiency Information Complete information below based on finished market animals. Complete one page per animal; make additional copies as needed. 1. = Total lbs of Gain (pg 4) Days on Feed Average Daily Gain (page 4 final beginning weight) (Date of possession to sale date) (Amount of weight animal gained daily) 2. $ = $ Total feed cost Total lbs of gain Feed cost per lb of gain (page 7 total divided per animal) (page 4 final beginning weight) 3. = Total lbs of feed Total lbs of gain Lbs. of feed fed to achieve lbs of (page 7 total divided per animal) (page 4 final beginning weight) Gain Why is it important to calculate each of the factors above when raising animals for finish? #1. #2. #3. Page 9

10 YOUTH LIVESTOCK COMPLETION PROJECT PROGRAM SPONSORS Participants MUST contact a MINIMUM of 6 program sponsors DATE NAME OF BUSINESS PERSON CONTACTED ADDRESS (Use 2 lines if necessary) PHONE NUMBER This is to verify that has contacted the above individuals (4-H Member, please print) and invited them to attend the 4-H Youth Livestock Project Completion Show and Parade of Champions. Parent/Guardian: Date: Page 10

11 LEARNING EXPERIENCES (Skill-a-thons, Judging, Shows, Showmanship etc.) Include all preview, district, county, and state shows participated in DATE TYPE OF EVENT/ACTIVITY RIBBON PRIZE MONEY (IF APPLICABLE) TOTAL: $ RECORD OF ANIMALS SOLD Record amounts received from private buyers or stockyard, and sponsor totals. Date Animal ID Description of Sale Buyer Final Weight Price per lb Total Money Earned Page 11 TOTAL EARNED: $

12 Financial Summary This page should be used as an overview of your project and give the participant a look at profit or loss. My Project Animal(s): KUIP Tag# Sex Breed Date of Possession Beginning weight (page 2) Final Weight (line 15, page 4) Project Expenses: Purchase/Raise Animal Value (page 2) $ Total Depreciation Expense from Equipment $ on Hand Worksheet (page 5) Total cost from Expense Other than Feed $ Worksheet (page 6) Total feed expense from Monthly Feed $ Record Worksheet (page 7) Total Expenses (A) $ Project Income: Income from Learning Experience $ (page 11) Income from Record of Animals Sold $ (page 11) Total Income (B) $ Total Income (B): $ minus Total Expense (A): $ equals Net profit or loss $ Page 12

13 Project Experience 1. What did you learn this project year? Experiences good or bad? 2. What was one supplement you fed to you animal and why? 3. What strategies did you use to market your animal to sponsors? 4. Discuss your net profit or loss. What could you do next year to improve profit or reduce loss? 5. What management strategies did you implement to improve animal health and well being? 6. What have you done to help another club member with his/her project? 7. What is one thing you would like to change about your showmanship techniques for next year? Page 13

14 STORY They say Every good story should have a beginning, middle, and an end. Please write or type a story reflecting your project experience here. Include personal experiences at home, at shows, likes or dislikes, and information regarding your project. Can add additional pages as needed.

15 Project Pictures Project Start Date: Attach photo of animal at beginning of project Project End Date: Attach photo of animal at end of project:

16 HARDIN COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE 201 PETERSON DRIVE ELIZABETHTOWN, KY PHONE: (270) FAX: (270) WEBSITE: BONNIE JOLLY County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development

17 Name: Age as of January 1 st : Species: HARDIN COUNTY SENIOR MARKET ANIMAL RECORD BOOK