Animal Agriculture

Welcome to the Livestock & Forages Resources Hub!

The Animal Agriculture program provides essential support and up-to-date, science-based information to local livestock and poultry producers in our county. Our focus is on profitability and sustainability, including encouraging the adoption of proven technology, business, and financial practices. We offer educational programs and technical assistance covering topics like nutrition, health management, pasture and forage production, and regulatory compliance for all types of animal operations.

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View October 2026 Issue

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Tags: Animal Agriculture, dairy, livestock, poultry
Save The Date: 2026 WINTER MANAGEMENT SERIES: CATTLE TECHNOLOGIES. December 4, 2026 10am-5pm
2026 Winter Management Series: Cattle Technologies

Published - October 27, 2026

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Interested in Youth Livestock Opportunities? Call for Interest

Published - October 16, 2026

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DMC Signup Period Open

Published - October 6, 2026

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Autumn in the air: Inside the October edition of Growing Chatham🍂

Published - October 1, 2026

Five tan, wart-capped Amanita mushrooms growing on a dark forest floor at night.
Growing Chatham: Fall Back into the Groove!

Published - September 1, 2026

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SDBII Agritourism Tour in KY - Register Now

Published - August 27, 2026

Youth showing goats in the show ring with the judge standing beside them.
Chatham 4-H Livestock Show - SAVE THE DATE 9/12/26

Published - May 26, 2026

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USDA National Milk Testing Strategy and Federal Order: NC Dairy Processor Silo Surveillance

Published - May 22, 2026

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