PIG PROCESSING INTENSIVE

Join us for a butchering and animal processing intensive in upstate South Carolina. Students will learn to gut, skin, quarter and properly butcher a whole pig. This intensive also covers cooking, canning, and packaging. A complete field to storage experience.

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GOAT KEEPING WORKSHOP

Get ready to dive into the world of goats with our intensive training program! Join our instructors as they talk you through everything you need to know about raising and caring for goats, including, feeding and watering, housing, health management, and much more.

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INTRODUCTION TO HOMESTEAD CHICKENS

We’ll cover all the basics, from choosing the right breed and setting up a coop, to feeding, caring for, and even butchering your birds.
 

In this course, you’ll learn:

  • How to choose the right breed of chicken
  • The essentials of outfitting a chicken coop
  • How to provide proper nutrition and hydration to your birds, including what to feed them and when
  • How to keep your chickens healthy and prevent common illnesses and parasites
  • How to manage chicken behavior, including egg production and rooster behavior
  • How to humanely butcher a chicken, including techniques for processing and preserving meat.
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INTRODUCTION TO HOMESTEAD RABBITS

Join us for an informative and hands-on class designed for aspiring homesteaders and rabbit enthusiasts! In this introductory course, you’ll learn the essentials of raising rabbits on your homestead. We will cover everything from selecting and housing your rabbits to breeding practices and processing techniques.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Raising: Discover the best breeds for meat, fur, and pet purposes. Learn about proper feeding, health care, and daily maintenance to ensure your rabbits thrive.
  • Housing: Get practical tips on designing and building rabbit hutches, cages, and runs. Understand the importance of space, ventilation, and predator protection.
  • Breeding: Learn the fundamentals of rabbit breeding, including selecting breeding pairs, understanding gestation, and caring for kits. Gain insights into maintaining a healthy breeding program.
  • Processing: Understand the humane and efficient methods of processing rabbits for meat. We’ll guide you through the steps from slaughter to butchering, ensuring you are well-prepared to provide for your family.
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