Home > Crops & Livestock > Livestock > Poultry > Increased Transparency in Contract Poultry Production [Image: Increased Contract Trasparency for Poultry Producers] Recent changes in the Packer and Stockyards Act by the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration will increase the transparency of contracts issued by vertically integrated poultry companies. This document highlights the changes set forth by the rule that contract poultry growers should expect to see. Livestock Indemnity Program [Image: LIvestock Indemnity Program] The Livestock Indemnity Program was a new, permanent disaster payment program created in the 2008 Farm Bill. The rules for this program have recently been published,and this document informs producers and other interested parties on how to determine if they are eligible for the program. Louisiana's Commercial Poultry Industry [Image: industry info] Statistics of Louisiana's poultry industry in 2008 Fun With Chickens - Handling Poultry [Image: Handling Poultry] The LSU AgCenter 4-H and FFA Junior Showmanship show gives members a chance to show their broilers. This guide shows how to handle your broiler for exhibition showmanship.  more articles... Fun With Chickens - Broiler Showmanship [Image: Broiler Showmanship] The LSU AgCenter 4-H and FFA Junior Showmanship show gives members a chance to show their broilers. This guide shows how to handle your broiler for exhibition showmanship. Fun With Chickens - Exhibition Showmanship [Image: Exhibition Showmanship Video] 4-H and FFA members share their experiences raising and showing poultry at the LSU AgCenter Junior Showmanship Show. Why Hens Stop Laying Eggs During fall, many backyard flock owners ask, "Why have my hens stopped laying?" Several factors may cause the reduction in egg laying, says LSU AgCenter poultry specialist Dr. Theresia Lavergne. Environmental Issues Facing the Louisiana Poultry Industry Most of us involved in agriculture are aware of environmental concerns related to production agriculture. Regulatory proposals involving animal agriculture, such as poultry production, have caused concerns throughout the poultry-producing area of Louisiana. In-House Pasteurization of Broiler Litter [Image: Broiler Litter] Louisiana poultry growers and others in the industry are looking for more “environmentally friendly” alternatives to those convenionally used to handle the volume of poultry litter generated by the industry. This publication provides information on the methods and results of an LSU AgCenter research and demonstration project on in-house pasteurization of broiler litter. (PDF Format Only) Sampling Poultry Litter and Soil for Nutrient Analysis [Image: Sampling Poultry Litter and Soil for Nutrient Analysis] Poultry litter and soil testing are the foundation of a sound nutrient management program. Poultry litter testing and soil testing are important best management practices (BMPs), and they are essential components of a comprehensive nutrient management plan (CNMP). This publication includes information on the correct procedures of poultry sampling. Hundreds Selected As Champions At 71st Annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show Hundreds of young people from across Louisiana were named state champions during a week of competition at the 71st Annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show. Scholastic Premiums Totaling $44K Awarded To Livestock Show’s Top Winners [Image: Group shot of market animal winners from livestock show] Top exhibitors of market animals received scholastic premiums of more than $44,000 Saturday (Feb. 18) at the conclusion of the 71st Annual LSU AgCenter Livestock Show.The scholastic awards, which ranged from $1,500 to $5,500 for individual winners, went to 4-H and FFA youth who showed champion market animals during the Feb. 11-18 events that included competition for beef and dairy cattle, goats, hogs, poultry and sheep. Disaster Recovery: Estimates of Economic Impact From Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on Louisiana Agriculture [Image: table] The dollar amounts, which are estimates of reduced revenue and increased costs, are broken down by storm and commodity. Total estimated costs are also provided. A Conjoint Analysis of Site Selection for the U.S. Broiler Industry: Implications for Louisiana (August 2004) [Image: A Conjoint Analysis of Site Selection for the U.S. Broiler Industry: Implications for Louisiana (August 2004)] The purpose of this study is to analyze broiler industry executives’ decisions on where to locate a broiler complex in the United States. The specific objectives are to identify factors affecting site locations of broiler complexes in the United States and to measure the effects and relative importance of these factors on the broiler complex location decision. Click for more information...