Animal Agriculture

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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Tags: Animal Agriculture, dairy, livestock, poultry
Collage image featuring a chicken, goat, canning, and gardening.
Homesteading Classes - May 2026

Published - May 4, 2026

pumpkin donation flyer
Operation Pumpkin Rescue!

Published - October 31, 2025

Flyer for the chicken project featuring an image of the chosen breed for the year.
2026 Coastal Plains Chicken Project!

Published - October 24, 2025

Graphic features images of dairy calves with Onslow County 4-H'ers.
Adopt a 4-H Dairy Calf!

Published - August 5, 2025

Flyer for class, features image of goats laying down.
Small Ruminant Field Day

Published - March 19, 2025

Collage that features gardening, Chickens, canning, and goats.
Homesteading 101

Published - March 5, 2025