Charles C. Carr

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 5, Express Yourself

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

The Effects of Chilling Temperature of Bone-in Fully-Cooked Hams on Microbial Growth and Shelf Life

C. Chad Carr and Larry Eubanks

Florida 4-H Tailgate: Cooking Safety

Chad Carr, Brian Estevez, Sonja Crawford, Jason Scheffler, George Baker, Ed Jennings, and Mark Mauldin

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 9, What's Your Score?

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 1, Parts is Parts

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

Growth of Generic E. coli and Aerobic Bacteria on Beef Muscle held at 50°F for 8 Hours

Larry Eubanks, Chad Carr, and Chris Pantaleo

Feeding Ensiled Citrus Pulp to Finishing Pigs

J. D. Crosswhite, N. B. Myers, A. T. Adesogan, J. H. Brendemuhl, D. D. Johnson, and C. C. Carr

Common Hazards to Consider During Manufacturing of Feed for Beef and Dairy Cattle

Taylor Langford, Matthew Hersom, Luiz Ferraretto, Antonio Faciola, Chad Carr, and Jason Scheffler

Sous Vide Cookery: Foodservice Application for Larger, Less Tender Cuts

Chad Carr, Derek Griffing, Kaylie Madore, Dwain Johnson, Jason Scheffler, and João Neto

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Principle 7: Establish Record Keeping and Documentation Procedures

Larry Eubanks, Chad Carr, and Ronald H. Schmidt

Antibiotic Use and Resistance for Beef Cattle Producers

Chad Carr, Matt Hersom, K. C. Jeong, Nicolas DiLorenzo, Jason Scheffler, Gina Faniola, Stephanie Miller, Haley Denney, Victoria Roberts, Nahilia Williams, Bianca McCracken

4-H Livestock Judging: a 4-H Animal Science Project

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

Food Processing: The Meat We Eat

Erica L. Bub, Keith Schneider, Chad Carr, and Matt Hersom

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 8, What's My Line?

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

Facts and Frequently Asked Questions About Lean, Finely-Textured Beef

Chad Carr, Dwain Johnson, Joel Brendemuhl, and Larry Eubanks

Specialty Meat Marketing Claims: What's the difference?

Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis

Best Practice Checklist for Management of a Swine Show for Youth

Chad Carr and Justin Crosswhite

Florida 4-H Tailgate: Cooking Equipment

Chad Carr, Brian Estevez, Sonja Crawford, Jason Scheffler, George Baker, Ed Jennings, and Mark Mauldin

Florida 4-H Tailgate: Fire-Building

Chad Carr, Brian Estevez, Sonja Crawford, Jason Scheffler, George Baker, Ed Jennings, and Mark Mauldin

4-H Livestock Judging: Introduction and Leader's Guide

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 6, Judging a Class

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

Recommendations for Traceability and Use of USDA Premise IDs for Swine Exhibition at Terminal Shows in Florida

Heidi Hill, Morgan McKinney, T. Langford, Clayton Roland, Charles Carr, and Pamela Hunter

Custom and Retail Exempt Meat Processing

Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis

Pork Retail Identification Cuts

Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, and Larry Eubanks

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 3, The Bottom Line

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 4, What You See Is What You Get!

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 7, How Do I Rate?

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

Florida 4-H Tailgate: Smoking and Slow Cooking Meat

Chad Carr, Brian Estevez, Sonja Crawford, Jason Scheffler, George Baker, Ed Jennings, and Mark Mauldin

Adding Value to Livestock with Niche Meat Marketing Programs

Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis

Selecting Pigs for Youth Swine Shows

Nicholas Myers, Timothy T. Marshall, William R. Walker, David L. Prichard, Bill Heltemes, Chris Decubellis, Brian Estevez, Saundra H. TenBroeck, and Chad Carr

This publication will help youth exhibitors determine how and where to purchase a project pig and provide information on what the student should look for when purchasing the pig in order to do well in a swine show.

Incorporating Growth Performance with Youth Market Hog Shows

Chad Carr and Travis Arp

Beef Retail Identification Cuts

Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, and Larry Eubanks

4-H Livestock Judging: Activity 2, Different Strokes

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, and Amanda Johnson

This document is an educational guide. It serves as a curriculum resource within the Florida 4-H program, specifically designed for teaching livestock judging to young people aged 11-18. The guide emphasizes the development of various life skills through judging activities, such as communication, decision making, and organizational skills, while also aiming to boost confidence and self-esteem among participants. The document is intended for 4-H leaders and coaches, providing encouragement and guidance for those who may lack extensive background knowledge in animal science. It highlights the importance of animal science within the Florida 4-H educational framework and underscores the positive impact of livestock judging programs on youth development. The guide also aims to reassure and support potential leaders, emphasizing that successful programs can be led effectively without requiring advanced subject matter expertise. Original publication date November 1992.

La Ley de Modernización para la Seguridad Alimentaria (FSMA): Controles Preventivos para los Alimentos de Animales

Francisco Rivera, Chad Carr, y Jason M. Scheffler

Ultrasound and Carcass Merit of Youth Market Cattle

Chad Carr, Dwain Johnson, and Mark Shuffitt

Florida 4-H Tailgate: Meat Selection

Chad Carr, Brian Estevez, Sonja Crawford, Jason Scheffler, George Baker, Ed Jennings, and Mark Mauldin

Conducting a Successful Livestock Show for Youth

Chad Carr, Justin Crosswhite, Jennifer Shike, and Heather Shultz

Lamb and Variety Meat Retail Identification Cuts

Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, and Larry Eubanks

Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest Handbook

Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, Deanna Brock, Sonja Crawford, Mark Mauldin, Shayla Reighter, Laura Bennett, Caroline Chappell, Aly Schortinghouse, and Nick Simmons

This new 18-page publication of the UF/IFAS Florida 4-H Youth Development Program is intended for 4-H members who want to participate in the Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest. The purpose of this document is to provide all relevant resources for youth to be able to participate in the Florida 4-H Tailgating Contest.

Wild Game: Safety and Quality in the Field

Chad Carr, Jason M. Scheffler, Michael Fioretto, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt

This publication is the first of a four-part Wild Game series intended to help hunters and processors produce safe and delicious game meat products. Written by Chad Carr, Jason M. Scheffler, Michael Fioretto, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2022.

Wild Game: Fresh Meat Processing

Michael Fioretto, Chad Carr, Jason M. Scheffler, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt

This document discusses processing food safety for wild game meat. Topics include aging, carcass cutting, meat grinding, shelf life, freezing, and thawing. Written by Michael Fioretto, Chad Carr, Jason M. Scheffler, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2022.

2021—How do I legally sell meat from my own livestock and poultry in Florida?

Chad Carr, Jason Scheffler, and Matthew Johansson

This publication provides information for Florida residents who want to sell meat and poultry from their own livestock and poultry. Written by Chad Carr, Jason Scheffler, and Matthew Johansson, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, revised August 2021.

Certified Beef Programs: What’s in a Name?

Tracy Scheffler, Jason Scheffler, and Chad Carr

This publication discusses certified beef programs and carcass quality specifications. Written by Tracy Scheffler, Jason Scheffler, and Chad Carr, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, October 2021.

Common Hazards to Consider during Manufacturing of Feeds for Swine

Taylor Langford, Morgan McKinney, Chad Carr, and Jason M. Scheffler

A UF/IFAS numbered peer reviewed Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Food Systems

How Do I Legally Sell Meat from Alligators, Wild Game, or My Farmed Game or Birds in Florida 2021?

Chad Carr, Jason Scheffler, and Michael Fioretto

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Animal Systems

Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Large Animals—Horses

Saundra TenBroeck, Wendy DeVito, Dale Pracht, Chad Carr, Brittani Kirkland, and Georgene Bender. Revised by Saundra TenBroeck, Bailea Scarbrough, Candi Dierenfield, and Amber Norris.

This is one part of the series Risk Management for 4-H Youth Development Work.

Wild Game: Further Processing of Wild Game Meat

Jason M. Scheffler, Chad Carr, Michael Fioretto, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt

This publication discusses further processing considerations for wild game meat, including foodborne illness concerns, meat storage, thawing, sausage making, and curing. Written by Jason M. Scheffler, Chad Carr, Michael Fioretto, Jennifer G. Bearden, and Halie Corbitt, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2022.

Risk Management for Florida 4-H Youth Development Work: Large Animals—Livestock

Written by Chad Carr, Saundra TenBroeck, Dale Pracht, and Georgene Bender. Revised by Amber Norris, Candi Dierenfield, and Chad Carr.

This is one part of the series Risk Management for 4-H Youth Development Work.

Market Hog Project Financial Considerations

Alyssa Schortinghouse, Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, and Nick Simmons

The aim of this new 6-page document is to introduce the financial considerations for a market hog project, to maximize profits for the project and to demystify the unexpected expenses that are often incurred. Secondarily, this document is designed to serve as a guide in creating a market hog project budget. The audience for this document includes youth interested in or participating in a market hog project, their families, and other interested parties. Written by Alyssa Schortinghouse, Brian Estevez, Chad Carr, and Nick Simmons, and published by the UF/IFAS Florida 4-H Youth Development Program.

4-H Swine Record Book 2

Debbie Glauer

Florida 4-H Livestock Market Animal Record Book

Animal Sciences Design Team

Feeding Food Wastes to Swine

M. L. Westendorf and R. O. Myer

The Effects of Freezing on the Processing Characteristics and Palatability Attributes of Fresh Pork Legs

B. G. Sapp, D. D. Johnson, L. E. Eubanks, and J. H. Brendemuhl