- Choose two species of animal from this list: cattle, goats, horses,poultry, sheep, swine.
- Research the3 comon breeding methods of your selected animals.
- Find information about the tools used in breeding and the role of farm/ranch workers in breeding.
- Take notes.
- Write a report companing and contrasting the breeding methods of the selected animals.
Scientific Discussions of Breeding Methods
Another useful database for this project!
You'll find reference information, images, journal articles, current social issues, and much more!
Search Encyclopedia Britannica
Find overview information here.
Be sure to include the words agriculture and/or farming in your search terms. Check for reliable information by asking the following questions.
- Who is the author or organization reponsible for this website? What type of creditionals do they have?
- Is the website current?
- Is there a list of references included?
Also try this search engine!
Try Sweet Search - an academic search engine with a good collection of reliable websites.
Sample Library Book
Check out the ebooks. They can be accessed from any internet enabled computer, 24/7. Just type in your categories plus the term "breeding". These books are also good sources for pictures.