Embedded Files
Rows of Goodness, Mike Parrish, video that addresses task 76: Identify grain, oil, and specialty field crops.
Precision Planting, Mike Parrish, video that addresses task 104: Describe technologies used in precision agriculture and their importance.
Fine Tuning Fertility at Potomac Vegetable Farms, Eleanor Goodrich and Aaron Port, video that addresses task 63: explain the purpose of testing soil fertility
Soil Sampling, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses tasks 63 and 64: explain the purpose of testing soil fertility and conduct a soil test
The Science of Soil Health: What Happens When You Till?, USDA-NRCS, video that addresses task 69: consequences of soil erosion
Reducing Soil Runoff, Dan Lee, video that addresses task 70: identify methods of controlling erosion
The Science of Soil Health: Cover Crops and Moisture, USDA-NRCS, video that addresses task 70: identify methods of controlling erosion
Soil Conservation at Grazeland Dairy, Virginia Cooperative Extension, video that addresses task 70: identify methods of controlling erosion
Building Soil with Plants, Mike Parrish, video that addresses task 71: Explain the use of erosion control techniques and methods used in agriculture.
Building Soil with Plants Quiz
Planting Quality Hay, Mike Parrish, video that addresses tasks 73 - 75 : preparing the seedbed, selecting seed, and seeding a seedbed
Harvesting Quality Hay, Mike Parrish, video that addresses task 77: Identify techniques for managing a lawn or pasture.
Raising Farm-Fresh Catfish, Dr. David Crosby, video that addresses task 47: define pond culture
Raising Farm-Fresh Catfish Quiz
Raising Freshwater Tilapia, Dr. Brian Nerrie, video that addresses task 49: define flow-through systems
EnviroScape Water Pollution Demonstration, Jennifer Coker, video that addresses task 93: Identify major water pollutants and their effects on the environment.
Careers in the Horse Industry, Maria Rising, video that addresses task 47: list job opportunities in the equine industry
Basic Bits and Bridle Fit, Taylor Fabus, video that addresses task 54: identify the types of bridles and the purpose of each
Bits and Bitting, Dr. Holly Spooner, video that addresses task 55: identify the types of bits and the purpose of each
Farm Safety, Dr. Camie Veleski, video that addresses task 58: identify safety factors when handling a horse
Approaching and Haltering a Horse, Paula Hitzler, video that addresses task 59: describe how to halter a horse
Horse Safety: Cross Tying a Horse, Dr. Camie Veleski, video that addresses task 60: describe the process for tying a horse
Picking Out Hooves, Dr. Camie Veleski, video that addresses task 61: describe how to groom a horse
Ground Handling Horses Safely, ExtensionHorses, video that addresses task 62: differentiate among strategies for handling horses of different ages
Master Horseman Series, Extension Horses, video that addresses task 64: identify approaches to ground training a horse
Form to Function, Dr. John Shelle, video that addresses task 70: identify the parts and functions of the skeletal system
Horse Selection and Evaluation, Dr. John Shelle, video that addresses task 70: identify the parts and functions of the skeletal system
Breeding for a Champion, Dr. John Shelle, video that addresses task 73: define terms associated with equine reproduction
Enchanted Equine Genetics Activity, Carter Humphries, activity that addresses task 73: terms associated with equine reproduction and fundamentals of genetics, heritability, and performance traits
Enchanted Equine Genetics Answer Key
Preparing and Breeding Your Mare, Dr. Kathy Anderson, video that addresses task 75: explain the physiology of the reproductive systems of a stallion and mare
Post Natal Care, Jason Turner, video that addresses task 77: explain proper care during pregnancy and parturition
Applications for Equine Genetics, Dr. StephanieValberg, video that addresses task 78: Explain the fundamentals of genetics, heritability, and performance traits.
Digestive Anatomy, Dr. Carey Williams, video that addresses task 79: identify the basic nutritional requirements of a horse.
Health Care for Horses, Scott Pleasant and Nancy Currin, publication that addresses task 81: identify the characteristics of a healthy, sick, and injured horse
Horse Diseases, The Horse, video that addresses task 83: describe equine diseases
Deworming - The Horse, video that addresses task 84: define terms associated with parasites and parasite control
Hoof Care, Extension Horses, video that addresses task 87: describe the basics of hoof care
Anatomy of the Horse's Hoof, Extension Horses, video that addresses task 88: identify internal and external parts of the hoof
Signs of Lameness in Horses, The Horse, video that addresses task 92: describe methods for detecting lameness
A Guide to Body Condition Scoring, Extension Horses, video that addresses task 96: assess the condition of a horse using body scoring
Horse Judging Project Book, Lauren Hartburg, project book that addresses task 107 - 114: equine conformation
Understanding Horse Conformation, Extension Horses, video that addresses task 107 - 114: equine conformation
Benefits of a Dry Lot, Carrie Swanson, video that addresses task 116: Identify the methods of pasture management
Stockpile Grazing, Carrie Swanson, video that addresses task 116: Identify methods of pasture management
Horse Handling and Restraints, My Horse University, video that addresses task 45: demonstrate handling a horse
Approaching and Haltering a Horse, Paula Hitzler, video that addresses task 46: demonstrate haltering a horse
How to Take Your Horse's Vital Signs, The Horse, video that addresses task 53: take vital signs
Equine Emergency First Aid, Dr. Judith Marteniuk, video that addresses task 54: list items needed in a first-aid kit
Hay Selection, Matt Shane, video that addresses task 65: explain critical factors to consider when determining a horse's nutritional requirements
Broodmare Nutrition, Dr. John Shelle, video that addresses task 66: describe factors to consider when selecting feeds
Beyond the Feed Tag, Dr. Randel Raub, video that addresses task 67: evaluate a commercial horse feed
Protein Requirements for Horses, Dr. Holly Spooner, video that addresses task 68: summarize the potential effects, positive and negative, of compliance or noncompliance with feeding directions on a feed label
Health Concerns for the Overweight Horse, Dr. Colleen Brady, video that addresses task 70: select animal feeds based on nutritional requirements, using rations for maximum nutrition and optimal economic production
Horse Breeding, The Horse, video that addresses task 71: review the terms associated with equine reproduction
Post Natal Care, Jason Turner, video that addresses task 82: explain the foaling process
Foal Care, The Horse, video that addresses task 83: explain management practices when caring for a mare and foal from birth until weaning
4-H Horse Judging Project Book, Lauren Hartburg, project book that addresses task 85 , 86, 87, 88, 89, 90: evaluate horses
Manure Management Strategies, Jamie Cohen, video that addresses task 96: evaluate a scenario and present recommendations
Equine Forage Talks, Carrie Swanson, video that addresses task 116: demonstrate skills necessary for pasture management
An Introduction to Horse Pasture Weeds, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 116: demonstrate skills necessary for pasture management
Activity Resources Related to Introducing Forestry
Activity Resources Related to Introducing Forestry
Tree Syrups, Bill Worrell, video that addresses task 50: identify forest products
Tree ID in the Piedmont: Part 1, Jason Fisher, video that addresses tasks 56: identify tree species common to Virginia
Tree ID in the Piedmont: Part 2, Jason Fisher, video that addresses tasks 56: identify tree species common to Virginia
Tree ID on Limestone Soils, John Peterson, video that addresses tasks 56 and 64: identify tree species common to Virginia, explain how soil affects which tree species grow on a site.
Early Spring Bloomers, Jennifer Gagnon, video that addresses tasks 56: identify tree species common to Virginia
Goods from the Woods, Lenah Nguyen, video that addresses tasks 50 and 58: forest products and major parts of a tree.
Activity Resources Related to Tree Physiology
Activity Resources Related to Tree Physiology
Life Cycle of a Tree, Heather Dowling, video that addresses task 60: Describe the growth and life processes of trees.
Activity Resources Related to Marketing Forest Products
Activity Resources Related to Marketing Forest Products
Growing Shiitake Mushrooms, Adam Downing, video that addresses task 83: niche markets for forest products
Activity Resources Related to Practicing Silviculture
Activity Resources Related to Practicing Silviculture
Femelschlag: Regeneration of Oaks, Adam Downing, video that addresses tasks 89 and 90: Examine reforestation principles and examine factors that limit forest regeneration
Reforestation and Tree Planting, Jason Fisher, video that addresses tasks 89 and 90: Examine reforestation principles and examine factors that limit forest regeneration
Activity Resources Related to Preserving Forest Health
Activity Resources Related to Preserving Forest Health
Invasive Plants, Karen Snape, video that addresses task 100: Identify invasive species threatening Virginia forests.
Invasive Plants IV, Karen Snape, video that addresses task 100: Identify invasive species threatening Virginia forests.
Activity Resources Related to Selecting, Operating, and Maintaining Greenhouses
Activity Resources Related to Selecting, Operating, and Maintaining Greenhouses
Hobby Greenhouse, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 48: Identify a variety of greenhouses, their components, and other protected structures
Row Covers, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 48: Identify a variety of greenhouses, their components, and other protected structures
Cold Frames, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 48: Identify a variety of greenhouses, their components, and other protected structures
Dirt and Worms, Dr. Mark Reiter, video that addresses 53: Define the characteristics of soil and soilless substrates.
Drip Irrigation, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 55: compare irrigation system options
Activity Resources Related to Investigating the Floral Industry
Activity Resources Related to Investigating the Floral Industry
Flower Bulbs, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 59: identify floriculture crops
Garden Mums, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 59: identify floriculture crops
Cut Flowers, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 59: identify floriculture crops
Activity Resources Related to Investigating the Turf Industry
Activity Resources Related to Investigating the Turf Industry
Lawn Tips, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 031: Describe the procedures for establishing turf
Lawnmower Tips, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 031: Describe the procedures for establishing turf
Activity Resources Related to Investigating Fruit and Vegetable Production
Activity Resources Related to Investigating Fruit and Vegetable Production
Asparagus, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Cauliflower, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Chinese Cabbage, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Cole Crops, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Cucumbers, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Eggplant, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Heirloom Tomaotes, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Onions, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Peppers, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Growing Potatoes, Mike Parrish, video that addresses tasks 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Pumpkins, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Summer Squash, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Sweet Potatoes, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Tomatoes, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Winter Greens, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Winter Squash, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Soil Testing, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 78 and 80: Identify and produce vegetable crops
Spring Gardening in Raised Beds, Sara Rutherford, video that addresses task 79: Plan a vegetable garden site
Spring Gardening in Raised Beds Quiz
Closing the Summer Garden, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 79: Plan a vegetable garden site
Blackberry, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Indoor Blueberry, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Muskmelon, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Pawpaw, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Strawberries, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Watermelon, Chris Mullins, video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Berry Delicious Farm Tour, Herbert Brown Sr., video that addresses task 83: Produce fruit crops
Greenhouse Herbs, Chris Mullins, video that addresses tasks 84: Describe additional horticultural methods used for flower, vegetable, and fruit production
Microgreens, Chris Mullins, video that addresses tasks 84: Describe additional horticultural methods used for flower, vegetable, and fruit production
Starting Seedlings, Chris Mullins, video that addresses tasks 84: Describe additional horticultural methods used for flower, vegetable, and fruit production
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Industry
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Industry
Beef Showmanship, Madison, Salem, and Sedona Sifford, video that addresses task 60: procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Lamb and Goat Showmanship, Sarah Bullard, video that addresses task 60: procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Swine Showmanship - addresses task 60: procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Activity Resources Related to Using Basic Scientific Skills in Animal Nutrition
Activity Resources Related to Using Basic Scientific Skills in Animal Nutrition
Introduction to Commercial Feed Labels: Required Info, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 69: Evaluate feedstuff for quality.
Introduction to Commercial Feed Labels: Nutrient Sources and Purposes, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 69 and 67: Evaluate feedstuff for quality, nutritional requirement of selected species
Introduction to Commercial Feed Labels: Making Decisions , Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 69: Evaluate feedstuff for quality.
Introduction to Commercial Feed Labels: Balancing a Ration, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 69 and 68: Evaluate feedstuff for quality, Balance a ration for a selected animal
Activity Resources Related to Using Basic Skills in the Operation and Management of an Animal Enterprise
Activity Resources Related to Using Basic Skills in the Operation and Management of an Animal Enterprise
The Enterprise Budget, Jim Hilleary, video that addresses task 83: Complete farm income and expense record forms
Activity Resources Related to Designing the Landscape
Activity Resources Related to Designing the Landscape
Basic Landscape Design, Barbara Bailey, video that addresses task 50, 51, 53, 55, 59: Describe the landscape design process, Relate the principles of art to landscape design, Analyze the landscape site, Design the site for function and aesthetics, Draw a landscape design.
Activity Resources Related to Raising and Managing Livestock
Activity Resources Related to Raising and Managing Livestock
Dairy Life, Brittany Jones, video that addresses task 61: Develop a plan for raising livestock
Beef Showmanship, Madison, Salem, and Sedona Sifford, video that addresses tasks 66 and 75: Explain methods of restraining and handling livestock & procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Lamb and Goat Showmanship, Sarah Bullard, video that addresses task 66 and 75: Explain methods of restraining and handling livestock & procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Swine Showmanship, Sarah Bullard, video that addresses task 66 and 75: Explain methods of restraining and handling livestock & Procedures for fitting and showing livestock
All About Livestock Showing, Mike Parrish, video that addresses task 75: Outline procedures for fitting and showing livestock
Expected Progeny Differences, Scott Greiner, video addresses task 76: Complete Production Record Forms
Presenting reasons, Sarah Bullard, video addresses task 78: Evaluate Livestock, Poultry, and Dairy Animals
Show Sheep and Goat Nutrition, Brent Jennings, video addresses task 83: Develop a feeding program for livestock
Forages, John Fike, video addresses task 83: Develop a feeding program for livestock
Activity Resources Related to Producing Beef and Dairy Cattle
Activity Resources Related to Producing Beef and Dairy Cattle
Virtual Farm to Table: Beef, Chris Allen and Tim Mize, video addresses task 54, 86: Prepare seed beds. Process by which cows are artificially inseminated
Virtual Farm to Table: Dairy, Jeremy Daubert, video addresses tasks 80, 92, 93, 94: Caring for newborn livestock and weaning. Operation of milking equipment and recommended milking practices
Activity Resources Related to Producing Horses
Activity Resources Related to Producing Horses
Picking Out Hooves, Dr. Camie Veleski, video that addresses task 102: Explain procedure for proper care of a horse's feet.
Activity Resources Related to Producing Sheep and Goats
Activity Resources Related to Producing Sheep and Goats
Goats to Soap, Cindy King Hall, video addresses task 108: Explain marketing options for sheep and goats.
Activity Resources Related to Producing Poultry
Activity Resources Related to Producing Poultry
Embryology with Dinwiddie 4-H, Hannah Bishop, video addresses task 112: Describe stages of poultry embryology
Virginia Farm to Table: Chicken, Dr. Mike Persia, video addresses task 113: Evaluate production systems for poultry.
Virginia Farm to Table: Eggs, Chris Allen and Dr. Mike Persia, video addresses task 113: Evaluate production systems for poultry
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Care Industry
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Care Industry
Herding Dogs, Tim Mize, video addresses task 48: roles of pets with humans throughout history
Search and Rescue Dogs, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 49 and 50: career opportunities in the small animal care industry
Scent Training, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 49 and 50: career opportunities in the small animal care industry
Tour of Harmony Hill Animal Hospital and Interview with Dr. Kathleen Werden, video addresses task 49 and 50: career opportunities in the small animal care industry
Activity Resources Related to Caring for and Managing Dogs
Activity Resources Related to Caring for and Managing Dogs
Dog Halloween Genetics Activity, Carter Humphries, activity addresses task 63: identify the specific physical characteristics of dogs
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Care Industry
Activity Resources Related to Exploring the Animal Care Industry
Herding Dogs,Tim Mize, video addresses task 48 and 49: career opportunities in the companion animal training industry
Search and Rescue Dogs, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 48 and 49: career opportunities in the companion animal training industry
Tour of Harmony Hill Animal Hospital and Interview with Dr. Kathleen Werden, video addresses task 48 and 49: career opportunities in the companion animal training industry
Activity Resources Related to Exploring Aspects of Companion Animal Training and Ownership
Activity Resources Related to Exploring Aspects of Companion Animal Training and Ownership
Agility: Jumps, Tunnels, Walking on a Board , Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Agility: Weave Poles, Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, video addresses tasks 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Agility Training Tips, handout with training tips to teach dogs to do jumps, tunnels, and walk on boards.
Herding Dogs, Tim Mize, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Rally, JoAnna Platzer, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Training Tips for Rally - handout with rally training tips
Scent Training, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Search and Rescue Dogs, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Service Dog Training, Hannah Decker, video addresses task 63; criteria for earning therapy dog certification
Service Dog Training Tips, handout with service dog training tips
Trick Training, JoAnna Platzer, video addresses task 57, 58, 59: describe various training methods and techniques
Trick Training Tips - Crawl and High Five - handout with trick training tips
Learning to Read Dog Body Language, Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, video addresses task 60: interpret companion animal behavior
Activity Resources Related to Demonstrating Professional Conduct
Activity Resources Related to Demonstrating Professional Conduct
Tour of Harmony Hill Animal Hospital and Interview with Dr. Kathleen Werden - video addresses task 49: roles and responsibilities of professionals in the Veterinary Industry
Activity Resources Related to Understanding Disease and Disease Prevention
Activity Resources Related to Understanding Disease and Disease Prevention
Common Health Issues in Livestock, Nathaniel Burke, video addresses task 64: Explain common animal diseases and their treatments.
Activity Resources Related to Understanding Parasitology
Activity Resources Related to Understanding Parasitology
Grass, Goats, and . . . Uninvited Guests, Chantel Wilson, Curriculum addresses tasks 72-77
Paper Mache Parasite Project, Carter Humphries, activity addresses task 73: Identify parasites that commonly affect animals
Activity Resources Related to Exploring First Aid on Animals
Activity Resources Related to Exploring First Aid on Animals
Pet First Aid Kit Project - Carter Humphries, lesson plan addresses task 98: Describe the components of a pet first-aid kit and the uses of each
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Dairy Extension Agent, Jeremy Daubert discusses caring for newborn livestock and weaning, Operation of milking equipment and recommended milking practices.
Forestry Extension Agent, Adam Downing, discusses Femelschlag - examining reforestation principles and factors that limit forest regeneration
Horticulture Extension Specialist, Chris Mullins, talks about soil testing to plan a vegetable garden site.
4-H'ers Leah Greiner and Sidnie Saville share some tips for showing sheep and goats.
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