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University of Missouri

University of Missouri: Brooding and Growing Chicks

For Students 9th - 10th
Raising chickens can be a challenging process and this thorough site provides a broad range of ideas to do this successfully. Topics range from preparing the brooder house to caring for growing birds.
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US Department of Agriculture

U.s. Department of Agriculture: Biosecurity for the Birds: Avian Influenza

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about avian influenza and how it affects birds, including signs and symptoms of the disease and advice for avoiding spreading it.
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University of Missouri

University of Missouri: Prevention of Poultry Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief but interesting site examines the causes of poultry disease and the measures needed to prevent disease in the flock.