| SAE: | Raise a market steer for show |
| Description: | |
| Beef
production is one of the strongest agricultural industries in Georgia.
This project requires time, investment, and dedication. Steers
are usually purchased in the Spring or Summer and fed until the next
February or March. This project requires facilities and land for
housing the animal as well as daily care of the animal. There
are several reputable sources for FFA market steer projects throughout
the state of Georgia including sales and private treaty purchases directly
from the producer.
Written by Fred Rayfield |
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| Factors To Consider |
Ranking: 1 = lowest 10 = highest |
| Time required |
9 |
| Investment | 8 |
| Equipment needed | 8 |
| Skills required | 7 |
| Facilities required | 9 |
| Land required | 8 |
| Labor Intensity | 9 |
| Potential for income | 6 |
| Transportation required | 7 |
| Expansion possibilities | 10 |
| Expertise needed | 7 |
| Advertising needed | 3 |
| Susceptible to disease | 3 |
| Susceptible to insects | 3 |
| Suitable for residential areas | 2 |
| Other (specify) | |
| Length of production cycle | 1 year |
| Regional | No |
| When to start project | March or April |
| Notes: |
| Steer projects require much time and work. It is suggested that a student start with a very basic and inexpensive project and gradually increase if their interest grows. |
| Sources of Additional Information: |
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Extension Publications- Animal Science |