Chicken Workshops in Pittsboro

Originally written by Debbie Roos

 

Pittsboro Feed, along with North Carolina Cooperative Extension Poultry Agent Dan Campeau, will be hosting four Chicken Workshops in the month of March at the store in Pittsboro. Sign up today by calling 919-542-2454.

Saturday, March 28:30-10:30 amTopics: 1) First 5 weeks – Care, equipment, nutrition. Dan Campeau, NC Cooperative Extension Specialized Area Poultry Agent. 2) Breed Selection – What breed will fit best in your home? Jeannette Beranger, American Livestock Breeds Conservancy.***Coffee & Doughnuts available***

Tuesday, March 1211:30 am-1:00 pmTopic: Does feeding organic diets to your chickens make eggs and meat healthier for you to eat? What does the research say? Forages for the birds. Dan Campeau, NC Cooperative Extension Specialized Area Poultry Agent.***Light snacks available for lunch***

Tuesday, March 1911:30 am-1:00 pmTopic: Housing – Portable vs. permanent, equipment needed. Dan Campeau and Christine Miller, Pittsboro Feed Owner***Light snacks available for lunch***

Saturday, March 308:30-10:00 amTopics: 1) Flock health – Dr. Donna Carver, NC State University Poultry Vet. 2) Panel discussion – Dan Campeau, Jeannette Beranger, Donna Carver, Christine Miller.***Coffee and doughnuts available***

All four classes are available for $15.00 or you can pay $5.00 for each class you choose to attend. Morning classes will be provided with hot spiced cider, coffee and doughnuts. Afternoon classes will have a light lunch provided.

Registration—Reserve your spot today by calling 919-542-2454. Please come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. Bring a check or cash for $5 to pay for educational materials and food.

All classes will be held at Pittsboro Feed at 1103 East Street Pittsboro, NC.