Home > Crops & Livestock > Livestock > Poultry > Agribusiness and Market Analyst Preferences for USDA Market Information [Image: agribusiness] This brochure details the relative value agribusiness professionals and market analysts place on various USDA livestock and poultry reports that contain pricing and production data. (PDF Format Only) Seasonal Price and Production Influences in the Broiler Chicken Industry [Image: broiler chicken industry] This publication discusses the data provided by branches of USDA and its limitations, as well as background information on some relationships within the data that is publicly available for the broiler chicken industry. Improving the Profitability of Contract Broiler Operations A series of workshops will be held in spring 2013 in north Louisiana to assist in improving the profitability of contract broiler growers. Participants in the workshops will receive a risk report following the workshops detailing their operation's strengths and weaknesses. In-House Pasteurization of Broiler Litter [Image: In-House Pasteurization] (Video) Many broiler producers re-use litter from previous flocks to help reduce the amount of litter for disposal and to help defray production costs. In-house pasteurization of broiler litter can be a good litter management tool, but there are steps that are crucial to the success of this process. (Runtime: 5:56)  more articles... County Extension Agent Preferences for USDA Market Information [Image: usda market info] This brochure details the relative value Extension agents place on various USDA livestock and poultry reports that contain pricing and production data. (PDF format only) A Survey of the Issues Facing Animal Agriculture in Louisiana [Image: survey] Many issues can affect the management, profitability and sustainability of beef, dairy and poultry operations. This is a survey of the economic, environmental, public policy and production issues facing animal agriculture in Louisiana. (PDF format only) Potential Tax Strategies for Depreciating Broiler Chicken Houses [Image: depreciating broiler chicken houses] The brochure details the impacts of using alternative tax depreciation schedules to improve the cash flow for contract broiler producers. (PDF format only) Louisiana's Commercial Poultry Industry [Image: Louisiana'sCommercial Poultry Industry] Louisiana's poultry industry facts for 2010. Poultry production in 2010 was the largest animal agricultural industry in Louisiana, second only to forestry in total income production for all agricultural commodities. 4-H Poultry Project [Image: Download the poultry project book] Introduction to the 4-H Poultry Project. Downloadable project book available. 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. 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. 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. Click for more information...