Illinois 4-H
4-H Projects
Swine
Swine 1
The Incredible Pig
Publication # BU-08065 (2004)
Suggested for Beginner Level
Members can:
- learn about the different swine breeds
- feed and care for a pig
- complete an income and expense budget
- identify pork by-products
Swine 2
Putting the Oink in Pig
Publication # BU-08066 (2004)
Suggested for Intermediate Level
Members can:
- learn how to select quality pork
- learn how to keep swine healthy
- design a swine operation
- explore the swine industry
Swine 3
Going Whole Hog
Publication # BU-08067 (2004)
Suggested for Advanced Level
Members can:
- learn about swine genetics and breeding
- practice baby pig management
- design a farrowing facility
- learn how to prevent swine diseases
Helper’s Guide for Swine 1 - 3
Swine Helper’s Guide
Publication # BU-08068 (2004)
Available online:
Illinois 4-H Livestock Record
Publication # RA0102 (See Related Resources)
Related Resources
4-H/FFA Quality Assurance and Ethic Clinic - Healthy Animals, an online compilation of animal health-related research news
- Illini PorkNet
Illinois 4-H Livestock Record (RA0102) - Interactive U of I Extension and Department of Animal Sciences website- Interactive learning modules categorized by subject matter on beef, dairy, forages, horses, poultry, sheep and swine
- Pork for Kids
- Swine - National 4-H Curriculum
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