Dairy Project Record Book

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1 Dairy Project Record Book Junior (Age 9 11) 2017 Name: 4-H Club: _ 4-H Leader: Age as of (1/1/17) Years in 4-H Dairy Project: MSU Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, martial status or family status 1.

2 JUDGE S SCORE/COMMENT SHEET PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE, GLUE TO COVER OR PLACE THIS SHEET IN SHEET PROTECTOR. This sheet must be kept free to 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 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. Project records were incomplete c. Accuracy, neatness and general appearance Notebook was neat in appearance (typed/hand printed) Notebook pages were clean and stain free Notebook was difficult to read and messy Notebook had wrinkled and stained pages Notebook pages were missing Other Comments: 2. (2017)

3 This record book is part of your 4-H Dairy Cow/Calf 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, or type, neatly and clearly. Feel free to add extra pages at the end of your notebook. SCORING CRITERIA The following breakdown will be used during the judging process of all dairy notebooks. A. Specific educational value or worth 30% B. Creative way of showing what you have learned 10% C. Notebook contains all project records 50% D. Accuracy, neatness and general appearance 10% The Oceana County 4-H Dairy Committee encourages 4-H Leader and parent assistance with you project and project notebook. If you should have any questions, please contact the MSU Extension Office. If you were in need of a parent or leader helping you fill out your notebook for any reason, please have them sign below that the answers are YOUR answers and that they assisted you in the writing, or typing, of the answer and understanding the questions ONLY. (signature of person helping with notebook - or write none needed) (signature of 4-H member) 3. (2017)

4 Why Keep Records? * Members learn more about their project animals- costs, feed, health & management skills. * Document activities and progress in the project. * Members improved management and production practices. * Helps plan future projects. A completed record book should have a beginning and final photograph. You are encouraged to be in the photo with your project animal(s) and to include more photographs. You may use additional pages if necessary. Dairy Project Summary Number of club meetings held: Number I attended: What topics did you cover at your meetings? Have you participated in other dairy activities or clinics: _ Yes _ No If yes, list the activities, shows, fair or related programs attended? (write N/A if none were attended): What are your goals for this year s dairy project? 4. (2017)

5 PARTS OF A DAIRY COW (WRITE THE LETTER OF THE PART FROM THE WORD BANK NEXT TO THE CORRECT NUMBER BELOW) *Courtesy OSU Dairy Learning Laboratory Kit WORD BANK A. WITHER B. THURL C. THROAT D. THIGH E. TEAT F. FORE UDDER G. HEART GIRTH H. HIP (HOOKS) I. HOCK J. NECK K. LOIN L. MUZZLE M. HOOF N. PASTERN O. PIN BONE P. POINT OF SHOULDER Q, REAR UDDER R. RUMP S. RIBS T. SHOULDER BLADE U. STIFLE V. TAIL W. CROPS X. CHINE Y. CHEST FLOOR Z. BARREL AA. BACK 5. (2017)

6 IDENTIFICATION: Draw and color the markings on the outline or attach a photo of at least 1 of your 4-H dairy cattle projects. Answer the questions below using the same project animal. Primary Strengths or Best Features: _ Primary Weaknesses or Worse Features: 6. (2017)

7 Management Records Fill out 1 of these pages per dairy project (remove the additional management pages if you do not have additional project animals) Name: Breed: Date of Birth or Age: RFID (required) What does your animal s feed consist of? What type of bedding do you use for your dairy project? Do you milk your own dairy project? If so, how often? If someone else milks your dairy project, how often do they do so? How often do you clean the pen/barn your animal stays in? How do you do this? 7. (2017)

8 Management Records Fill out 1 of these pages per dairy project (remove the additional management pages if you do not have additional project animals) Name: Breed: Date of Birth or Age: RFID (required) What does your animal s feed consist of? What type of bedding do you use for your dairy project? Do you milk your own dairy project? If so, how often? If someone else milks your dairy project, how often do they do so? How often do you clean the pen/barn your animal stays in? How do you do this? 7. (2017)

9 Dairy Record of Care Fill out 1 of these forms for each dairy animal you exhibit (if you only have 1 animal, remove the additional record of care pages from the notebook) Animal(s) Name/I.D.# _ ** 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,, halter breaking, training, had vaccinated, etc. ** Starting Date of Week Care Given Care Giver 8. (2017)

10 Dairy Animal Record of Care Fill out 1 of these forms for each dairy animal you exhibit (if you only have 1 animal, remove the additional record of care pages from the notebook) Animal(s) Name/I.D.# _ ** 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, halter breaking, training, had vaccinated, etc. ** Starting Date of Week Care Given Care Giver 8. (2017)

11 Dairy FARM Work Record Record all of the work you completed for the farm that your dairy project is raised on. For example: what are your responsibilities besides taking care of your 4-H dairy animal? Do you help feed the animals, water the animals, clean the pens, help with other animals, etc. Date(s) Description of Work Completed Number of Hours Spent On Task If your animal(s) being raised on your own property, please have your parent or guardian sign acknowledging that you provided the care to the animal(s) and completed the dairy work as recorded. If you are borrowing an animal from someone else, have the owner sign acknowledging that you provided the care to the animal(s) & completed the dairy farm work as recorded. I,, do attest and certify that this 4-Her cared for this animal Property Owner s Name-or Parent if raised on own Farm (please print) in a responsible manner while housed on my property and completed the works/tasks listed above. I also understand that integrity and responsibility are important to the 4-H experience. Signature of Property Owner Or Parent if raised on own Farm 9. (2017) _ Date

12 Preparing for the Show Ring Dairy Project Showmanship What are the 3 basic tips you could give someone about clipping a dairy project? What do you find most difficult about washing your dairy project? Safety Techniques From what angle should you approach dairy cattle? Why? In the Show Ring What items are in your dairy project tool box? What type of clothing might you wear in the show ring? 10. (2017)

13 THE 6 MAJOR DAIRY BREEDS Write the breed in the crossword puzzle below ACROSS 1. This cow is known for producing high butterfat, high protein milk. They have a lack of any known undesirable genes. They are fawn colored with white marking throughout. Skin should definitely show golden yellow pigmentation. A mature milking cow should weigh at least 1200 pounds. 2. They are known for their excellent reproductive efficiency and long life. They are red, red and white or roan in color. A mature milking cow should weigh at least 1250 pounds. 3. Strong, rugged cattle that are known to be efficient grazers. They excel in udder conformation and are not subject to excessive foot & leg problems. They are light to deep cherry red, mahogany, brown or a combination of any of these colors with white, or white alone. A mature milking cow should weigh at least 1200 lbs. DOWN 4. The oldest of the pure dairy breeds of cattle. They are known for size & ruggedness with quality. They are solid brown varying from light to dark. Their muzzle is black and encircled by a mealy colored ring and the tongue, switch and hooves are black. A mature milking cow should weigh at least 1500 lbs. 5. The most popular breed of dairy cattle in the world. Over 95% of the dairy cattle in the US are this breed.. They are one of the largest breeds and the highest in milk production of all dairy breeds. They are black and white or red & white with markings clearly defined. A mature milking cow should weigh at least 1500 lbs. 6. Their smallest in body size of all dairy breeds. They are noted for the highest content of milk fat of all dairy breeds. They are a shade of fawn or cream with or without markings, or all black. The muzzle is black with either a white or black switch. A mature milking cow should weigh about 1000 lbs. 11. (2017)

14 THE MILK PLANT Milk goes through many processes to ensure a healthy, nutritious product. Number the steps in the order which they occur. _PRODUCE - Milk is produced on a dairy farm STANDARDIZE- Milk is mixed to meet uniform fat standards DISTRIBUTE- Milk is sent to grocery stores or restaurants TRANSPORT- Milk is hauled to the plant in refrigerated trucks PASTEURIZE- High temperatures kill disease-causing bacteria FORITFY- Vitamin D and other nutrients are added PACKAGE- Milk is put into plastic jugs, bags, or cartons CLARIFY- To remove sediment from milk HOMOGENIZE- Milk fat particles are broken down Name 6 common dairy products: 1._ _ 12. (2017)

15 4-H INFORMATION (as this is a 4-H project, you should know the following information) The 4-H Pledge I pledge. my to clearer thinking. my to greater loyalty, my to larger service, and my to better living, for my _, my, my, and my.. The 4-H Motto: What was one way you helped or taught others this year: (4-H is about helping others as well as bettering yourself) (2017)

16 NOTES: (anything that you may CLUB MEETINGS DATE: LOCATION: SIGNATURE OF 14. (2017) LEADER: want to remember about this meeting)

17 Dairy Project Photos 1. Be creative. The more photos, the better! You are encouraged to be in the photo with your Dairy project animal(s). You may add additional pages. You should also include the date of your photograph by, or on it Captions also help the judge understand what the picture represents 15. (2017)