2026 Small Animal Achievement Day- see fur & Feathers
(Includes Pygmy Goats, Rabbits, Pigeons & Poultry)

Pygmy Goat Study Guide:
https://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Projects/Pygmy_goat/

Rabbit and Poultry Study Guide:
https://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Fur_-_Feathers_Achievement/

Achievement Test: 4-H Members will have the opportunity to take the Poultry Achievement Test. The study guide for levels one and two can be found at

https://ucanr.edu/sites/4-H-Fresno/Fur_-_Feathers_Achievement/.

Only members will be allowed into the testing area. If the 4-H member needs assistance during the test, there will be someone present to help them. Please plan accordingly during the show day. 

Please view and share the following resources:

Breeds and Housing (from October 2021): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh3W2KJ_wTs

Buying and Incubating (from December 2021): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0ONyPAEWYA

Nutrition (from February 2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wlg53FbGI8

Predators and Diseases (from April 2022): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8iv7R6OxcY

CDFA vND page  (there is also a Spanish link)

vND resources in Spanish on UCCE poultry website

Poultry Ponderings  (UCCE quarterly newsletter) 
Resources provided by Maurice Pitesky, a CE specialist with a focus in poultry at the UCD vet school. 

Resource State 4-H Office:

Animal Health and Bio Security Resource Center - CA 4-H Resource Page

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM CDFA:
Avian Influenza Updates

Statewide Ban on Poultry & Dairy Cattle Exhibitions FAQ Jan. 2025

As of early May 2026, California continues to manage highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 in both livestock and poultry, with recent data showing a sharp decrease in new cases from a peak in February. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) lifted the statewide ban on poultry and dairy cattle exhibitions at fairs and shows, effective December 19, 2025

Here are links for detailed information about the spread of the virus and biosecurity. Knowledge is power to make informed decisions on the health and potential health risks to your flock. 
https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/Animal_Health/Avian_Influenza.html

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-
information/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-2022/2022-hpai-commercial-backyard-flocks

Poultry for the Fresno Fair

Fresno Fair Market Chicken Projects

The Fresno Fair has yet to make final determination on holding a market poultry show this year. However, orders will still be taken for market chicks.  The deadline for ordering chicks is Monday, June 15, 2026

Please mail orders to Kenny Borges, review informational sheet below for details. You can also drop off at the 4-H office, 550 E. Shaw Ave, Suite 100, Fresno, 93710. Orders must be filled out completely with member’s name, address, email and a cell phone contact number.  The below distribution date could change so you will need to watch your email or call to verify date and time.

Market Chicken Project

Chicks at a cost of $5.00 per order of six.

Distribution Date: TBA

Distribution Location: TBA

Contact:  Kenny Borges, 4-H Project Coordinator

All checks are made payable to Fresno County 4-H

 Fresno Fair Market Turkey Projects

Pending 2026 info: 

4-H office, 550 E. Shaw Ave, Suite 210-B, Fresno, 93710

Market Turkey Project