The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy is a nonprofit membership organization working to protect over 170 breeds of livestock and poultry from extinction.
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- 1977
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Back in the office after a great national conference in Raleigh, NC. Thanks to all of you who attended. For those who were not able to attend, we plan to provide materials and photos. Thanks for all your support and for helping keep heritag breeds alive!
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Don't forget to register for the ALBC Annual Conference. The deadline to register is THIS FRIDAY.
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The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy is a nonprofit membership organization working to protect nearly 100 breeds of cattle, goats, horses, asses, sheep, swine, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys from extinction.
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Breed of the Week: Cayuga duck
Status: Threatened
The Cayuga, to this day, is recognized as one of the hardiest of the domestic ducks and are easily tamed if hand-raised. They tolerate the harsh winters of the northeast and can produce many offspring. The Cayuga averages 7-8 lbs. and has the ability to obtain much of its... diet from foraging, when given appropriate areas to explore for food. The meat of the Cayuga is reputed to be of excellent taste and fine quality but the carcass can be difficult to clean because of their dark feathering.Read More
Status: Threatened
The Cayuga, to this day, is recognized as one of the hardiest of the domestic ducks and are easily tamed if hand-raised. They tolerate the harsh winters of the northeast and can produce many offspring. The Cayuga averages 7-8 lbs. and has the ability to obtain much of its... diet from foraging, when given appropriate areas to explore for food. The meat of the Cayuga is reputed to be of excellent taste and fine quality but the carcass can be difficult to clean because of their dark feathering.Read More
Source: www.albc-usa.org
"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Hope everyone is doing well. The ALBC annual conference is quickly approaching. We are excited to be having it in Raleigh, NC. Due to the economy, we've extended the discounted conference rate for members throughout the registration period! We hope you'll join us.
Source: www.albc-usa.org
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy is a nonprofit membership organization working to protect nearly 100 breeds of cattle, goats, horses, asses, sheep, swine, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys from extinction.
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Breed of the Week: Myotonic aka Tennessee Fainting Goat
Status: Watch
The names refer to a breed characteristic known as myotonia congenita, a condition in which the muscle cells experience prolonged contraction when the goat is startled. The transitory stiffness associated with these contractions can cause the goat to fall down. This is not a true faint, but a muscular phenomenon unrelated to the nervous system.
Source: albc-usa.org
"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Breed of the Week: FLORDIA CRACKER CATTLE
Status: Critical
The Florida Cracker is one of the oldest breeds of cattle in the United States, descending from Spanish cattle brought to the New World beginning in the early 1500s.
Source: albc-usa.org
"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Breed of the Week: BUCKEYE CHICKEN
Status: Critical
The Buckeye is a dual-purpose breed of chicken with a deep, lustrous red color of plumage. Buckeyes are unique in the American Class of chickens in that it is the only breed created entirely by a woman, Mrs. Nettie Metcalf, of Warren, OH. Learn more about the Buckeye on ALBC's website.
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"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Check out the ALBC in Action blog - read the first part of our several part series entitled "Northeastern Exposure" about Jeannette's recent visit to the Northeast!
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By Jeannette BerangerALBC Research & Technical Programs ManagerALBC was invited to a couple of events in the Northeast region of the U.S. that spanned several days. The first event was a rare breeds ...
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Breed of the Week: AMERICAN CREAM DRAFT
Status: Critical, (fewer than 200 annual registrations in the US, estimated global population of less than 2,000)
The American Cream Draft is the only draft horse breed developed in the United States. The breed originated in Iowa in the early 1900s, and it has always been rare. Learn more about the American Cream Draft at: http://albc-usa.org/cpl/americancream.ht
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"...when the last individual of a race of living things breathes no more, another Heaven and another Earth must pass before such a one can be again." -William Beebe
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Check out the new classifieds section on the ALBC website! We're very excited to bring this new service to members. (and non-members can browse and contact sellers): www.albc-usa.org
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Join the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy for a unique culinary event, Friday, November 13th, 2009. The event, which will be held atop the Clarion Hotel State Capital, in Downtown Raleigh, NC, will feature rare breeds of livestock and poultry.
Many of the breeds on the menu have global populations consisting of few...er than 2,000 animals. In order to conserve genetic diversity and increase biodiversity within our food systems, these breeds must be saved. By getting them back into the American diet and onto the American dinner table we can play a critical part in saving these animals.
$50.00 stand-alone ticket, Meal is included in the registration cost for ALBC's Annual Conference.
Tickets can be purchased online by visiting: http://albc-usa.org/rare_a_fare_dinner.h
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Many of the breeds on the menu have global populations consisting of few...er than 2,000 animals. In order to conserve genetic diversity and increase biodiversity within our food systems, these breeds must be saved. By getting them back into the American diet and onto the American dinner table we can play a critical part in saving these animals.
$50.00 stand-alone ticket, Meal is included in the registration cost for ALBC's Annual Conference.
Tickets can be purchased online by visiting: http://albc-usa.org/rare_a_fare_dinner.h
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A Dinner Featuring Rare Breeds
Time:7:30PM Friday, November 13th
Location:Clarion Hotel State Capital, Top Floor
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Many historic breeds, once the backbone of American agriculture, have lost their traditional place on farms as the industrialization of agriculture swept across the country in the 20th century. These now rare and endangered breeds represent an irreplaceable reservoir of genetic diversity essential to agriculture. In or...der to ensure rare breeds do not disappear, it is vital that they once again return to the jobs they were created for, including their place on the American table. This year’s ALBC annual conference will focus on getting rare breeds back into production and back on the American table from start to finish. Conference workshops and talks include:
• Incorporating rare breeds into sustainable farm systems
• Connecting the farmer and the food community
• Chicken, rabbit, and pig breeding stock evaluation and selection clinics
• Poultry incubation
• Rare breed marketing
• Cooking with heritage breed products
and much more…..
One highlight of the conference will be special meals that feature rare breeds and locally produced products. Another interesting event is the poster session where participants enjoy a personal look at the important work our members do for rare breed conservation.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to experience the amazing diversity of rare breed livestock and poultry and to discover how returning them to traditional roles on the farm will ensure they are not lost. Read More
• Incorporating rare breeds into sustainable farm systems
• Connecting the farmer and the food community
• Chicken, rabbit, and pig breeding stock evaluation and selection clinics
• Poultry incubation
• Rare breed marketing
• Cooking with heritage breed products
and much more…..
One highlight of the conference will be special meals that feature rare breeds and locally produced products. Another interesting event is the poster session where participants enjoy a personal look at the important work our members do for rare breed conservation.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to experience the amazing diversity of rare breed livestock and poultry and to discover how returning them to traditional roles on the farm will ensure they are not lost. Read More
Crucial Cuisine: Putting Rare Breeds Back on the Table
Time:8:00AM Friday, November 13th
Location:Clarion Hotel State Capital
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