Towson University
Transformation Lab
Transform your class' understanding of genes and antibiotic resistance with the Transformation Lab. Junior geneticists create and observe their own resistant strains of E. coli through research, discussion, and experimentation. The...
Cornell University
Field Day: Be an IPM Detective
Become a pest detective! Individually or in small groups, scholars scout the land to discover which pests—plant and animal—inhabit it, determine whether the pests are endangering the environment, and summarize their findings.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Cattle
A comprehensive list of most of the breeds of domesticated livestock that are used in the cattle industry. Brief history of their use and links to background and use of each breed.
Careers New Zealand
Kiwi Careers: Livestock Agent
This site provides good beginning information about the job, but with the understanding that the specific information such as salary, etc., is from New Zealand. Use the navigation bar on the left to see more information.
Cornell University
Cornell University: Plants Poisonous to Livestock
A site dedicated to poisonous plants. Supplies names and information on each plant as well as frequently asked questions about poisonous plants.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Sheep
A good account of the history of the use of domesticated sheep. Links to examples of specific breeds and their uses.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Swine
This site provides a good history of the use of pigs and their origins. It has links to specific examples of pigs and what they are used for.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State Univ: Breeds of Livestock Other Species
This is a good overview of the use of "other species" that one would not immediately think of as a domesticated mammal. Examples include Buffalo and Llamas.
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Goats
A good history of our use of goats and links to the major breeds of domesticated goats and their specific uses.
Mayflower History
Mayflower history.com: Animals and Livestock of Early Plymouth
Describes the types of farm animals that the Pilgrims likely raised in Plymouth Colony, based on historical reports.
Other
National Association of Animal Breeders Resources
While the page says that it is for the serious breeder, there is also information suitable to someone curious about livestock careers, especially breeding.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Betsileo
The Betsileo (Bts) are one of approximately twenty "ethnies," or ethnic units, into which Madagascar divides its population. The Betsileo began to use that term for themselves after their conquest by the Merina in the nineteenth century....
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Afar
The Afar occupy an area of Djibouti and northeastern Ethiopia, sometimes called the Afar Triangle. There is a long history of hostility between the Afar and the surrounding groups; the Afar are often considered fierce and warlike. The...
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University: Breeds of Livestock Horses
For a very good primer on horses, visit this site. It contains an alphabetized listing of different types of horses, and the pages include the history of various breeds and their physical features.
Other
North Dakota State University: Blue Green Algae Poisoning Threatens Livestock
Article discusses the role blue-green algae plays in stagnant pond water. Also includes information about toxins from algae.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Physics & Chemistry: Nitrate
Discusses the chemistry of nitrate, the negative agricultural effects of too much nitrate in soil and in water sources, its toxicity to plants and livestock, and the impact on human health.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Delaware Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry of Deleware as well as its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Florida Agriculture [Pdf]
Read about the agricultural industry of Florida as well as facts about its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Georgia Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry of the state of Georgia in bulleted facts that highlight climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Hawaii Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry of Hawaii with these bulleted facts that focus on the state's climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Idaho Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry of Idaho and get facts about its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Illinois Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn about the agricultural industry of Illinois with these bulleted facts about the state's climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Kansas Agriculture [Pdf]
Learn facts about agricultural industry of Kansas as well as its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Alberta Inventors and Inventions: Jack Stothart and Howard Fredeen
What is the only breed of farm livestock to originate in Canada? Learn about Jack Stothart and Howard Fredeen and their development of the Lacombe swine.
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