10/19/2026
Chicks have arrived!
Over the next several weeks, Agriscience students will be raising chickens from just a few days old all the way through processing.
Students are responsible for all animal daily care. They will weigh and monitor the chicks, introduce them to food and water, maintain a clean and healthy environment, and keep daily records as they track growth and development.
Along the way, students will learn about:
Proper handling and animal care
Feed, nutrition, and water requirements
Brooding, temperature, and environmental needs
Animal health, welfare, and biosecurity
Weight gain, growth rates, and recordkeeping
The role agriculture plays in our food supply
Once the chickens reach the appropriate size and age, students will take them to a processing facility, where they will learn how poultry is safely and responsibly processed and prepared for consumers. The finished chickens will then be available for purchase.
These chicks sure are cute!