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Learn about official attire, record books, nutrition, and caring for your steer in preparation for the Southeastern Youth Fair. Tips on selection process, weighing, feeding, and signs of sickness to safeguard your investment. Find out about insurance options and exhibiting requirements.
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Southeastern Youth Fair Market Steer 101
Official Attire • 4-H • PANTS (NO BLUE JEANS) • GREEN • BLACK • KHAKI • SHIRT • COLLARED WHITE LONG SLEEVE WITH 4-H INSIGNIA • 4-H JACKET • OPTIONAL • FFA • PANTS (NO BLUE JEANS) • BLACK • SHIRT • COLLARED WHITE BUTTON UP SHIRT • FFA TIE/SCARF • FFA JACKET • ZIPPED UP AND WORN CORRECTLY
LETTERS • BUYER LETTER • BE PROFESSIONAL • INTRODUCE YOURSELF, YOUR CHAPTER/CLUB AFFILIATION & PROJECT • DISCUSS LESSONS LEARNED • PLANS FOR YOUR FUTURE • WRITE MANY • FOLLOW UP VISITS • THANK YOU LETTER • BE PROFESSIONAL • INTRODUCE YOURSELF, YOUR CHAPTER/CLUB AFFILIATION & PROJECT • BE APPRECIATIVE OF THEIR INVESTMENT • PLAN FUTURE USE OF INVESTMENT • DESCRIBE LESSONS LEARNED • DUE TO SEYF OFFICE MARCH 31, 2013
RECORD BOOKS • TYPED OR HAND WRITTEN • FOUND ON WEB SITE • MSDOC- SAVE AND THEN TYPE • PDF- PRINT AND HAND WRITE • RECORDS START THE DAY OF WEIGH IN • KEEP PROFESSIONAL • IT IS NOT A SCRAP BOOK • MUST BE SECURE TO THE BIND • BIND FOLDERS OR THREE STAPLES ON BIND • NO THREE RING BINDERS
NEW FOR RECORD BOOKS • Record books must be complete & will be checked at the gate • New Photo section (six photos required) • All Exhibitors (4H-FFA) will have to show evidence of a project demonstration. • Story OR Photo
PREMIERE EXHIBITOR • CULMINATION OF PLACING IN THREE CATEGORIES • SKILL A THON • RECORD BOOK • SHOWMANSHIP • ALL AGE DIVISIONS ARE ELIGIBLE • WILL SELL IN CHAMPIONS ROW
A domesticated animal kept for pleasure rather than utility. Animals kept or raised for use or pleasure; especially farm animals kept for use and profit. PET VS LIVESTOCK
Selection • Muscling- long, level, square rump, wide at the stifle • Structural Correctness- correct bone structure, no leg/walking problems, etc • Style and Balance- appealing to the eye, straight legs, trim middle, etc • Growth Potential- the animal has not topped out the growth curve
Economics • Intense Investment of TIME and MONEY • 150 plus day project • Cattle and feed prices are high and may increase
Run the Numbers Starting with a 650lb steer market value of $1.30 per lb =$845.00
Run the Numbers Starting with a 650lb steer market value of $1.30 per lb =$845.00 Feed Cost estimated 2-3 TONS $14.70 (lowest) X (80-120 Bags) Range=$1,176.00-$1,764.00
Run the Numbers Starting with a 650lb steer market value of $1.30 per lb =$845.00 Feed Cost estimated 2-3 TONS $14.70 (lowest) X (80-120 Bags) Range=$1,176.00-$1,764.00 $2,021-$2,609
Protecting the Investment • Farm Bureau will provide insurance to Farm Bureau members • Insurance Premium is reasonable • Contact the Marion County Farm Bureau office for more information
Facilities • Warm, dry, well ventilated area. • Clean Feeder and Water Trough. • Fencing should be secure, strong and 5’ in height • Secure exercise areas are necessary to halter break
Nutrition • Polygastric – four compartment stomach • Steers will consume large quantities of feed and hay • Feed concentrated ration • Grower (Beginning of project) • Finisher • Weigh steer often • Weigh Tape is a good estimate • Adjust feed as needed • Fresh clean water (drink over 20 gallons a day) • Not sure—ASK your 4-H Leader or FFA Advisor
FEED • Should be labeled for cattle. • Good show ration 12% or higher in protein. • General rule. • “Garbage in, Garbage out.” • Cheap feed will under perform. • Do your homework- compare, ask questions. • Keep consistent in type of feed and times of feeding
Signs of Sickness • Droopiness • Loss of appetite • Increased rate and depth of respiration • Discharge from the nose and eyes • Coughing • Diarrhea • Fever