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Membership in the american poultry association is a way to keep abreast of whats happening in the exhibition poultry hobby. The american standard of perfection american poultry association on. The proposed standard for self blue ameraucana large fowl was accepted by the apa board in january, 2016. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls a complete rreport was adopted at this meeting, subject to such changes and additions as might seem advisable before the thirtyeighth annual meeting. American libraries canadian libraries universal library community texts project gutenberg biodiversity heritage library childrens library. Standardsized breeds are grouped by type or by place of origin. Not the real deal up to the last century version of the american standard of perfection. The term poultry includes large and small bantam chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowl. American standard of perfection forty forth edition by american. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls classic reprint, and more on. Apa standard of perfection for bearded silkie 2001 american poultry association, inc. It contains complete specifications together with judging points for all standardised breeds and varieties, as compiled by the specialist breed clubs and recognised by the poultry club of great britain.
Published 2015 by american poultry association, inc. Since 1914, the american bantam association has represented bantam breeders and their special interests. The american poultry association apa is the oldest poultry organization in the north america. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by american poultry association this early work is a fascinating guide to fowl that is a thoroughly recommended title for the amateur and professional poultry keepers bookshelf. There are 19 classes of poultry recognized by the american poultry association. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls book. American standard of perfection 44th edition, published 2015 the american standard of perfection is a complete description of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry. With over 80 years of selling poultry supplies we have the right standard books for you. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by the american poultry association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In it you will find all kinds of valuable information on all of the breeds of chickens that are recognized by this group. Also has a nice glossary of terms, disqualifications as well as color pattern descriptions. To purchase the complete standard of perfection from the apa, click here. Later, after you have settled on the breed you wish to raise and perhaps even show, you may even want to join the breed club promoting your breed. Standard american poultry book a guide to profitable.
All chicken breeds recognized by the american poultry association are categorized into classes. The poultry industry there are many segments of the poultry industry. Describing all of the different varieties of fowls, their points of beauty and their merits as setters by felch, isaac kimbal and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Click download or read online button to get american standard of perfection book now.
The american standard of perfection, illustrated by. First published in 1874 by the american poultry association, the standard of perfection classifies and describes the standard physical appearance, coloring and temperament for all recognized breeds of poultry, including chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese. For a complete description of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry always refer to the american standard of perfection which is available through the american poultry association. The american standard of perfection a complete description of all. The american standard of perfection is the official breed standard for the poultry fancy in north america. It is a composite of policy and daytoday labeling decision, many of which do not appear in the above publications. This book is actually available for free in pdf form from many places on the internet.
A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls 1905 by american poultry association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Every breed and color recognized by the american poultry association is included in this book. It is published by the poultry club of great britain and is the official reference standard used by judges at poultry shows within the united kingdom and the republic of ireland. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls classic reprint paperback april 18, 2018 by american poultry association author 2. Chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, emus, guinea fowl, ostriches, partridges, peafowl, pheasants, quails, swanspaperback the american standard of perfection, illustrated. American poultry association is the author of american standard of perfection 2001 5. The first edition of the book listed 41 breeds, and todays versions have nearly 60.
It has grown into a strong and vibrant national organization that promotes the breeding and exhibiting of bantam poultry. British poultry standards 6th edition is the official reference to all the recognised poultry standards in. Written in 19 by one of the greatest poultry breeders. The american standard of perfection as adopted by the association at its twentysecond annual meeting at boston, massachusetts, 1898. The standard is the foremost authority to poultry judges, breeders and exhibitors and a reference for anyone trying to breed quality poultry. Used with permission of the american poultry assn, for educational purposes only. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability. Its very important historically, because it defined the traditional chicken and turkey breeds as of 1874.
This special reprint edition of the american poultry associations book the standard of excellence offers a unique look at poultry breeds during the late 19th century. The american standard of perfection american poultry association on amazon. A complete description of recognized breeds of poultry paperback february 10, 2017 by american poultry association author, jackson chambers introduction 1. It was founded in 1873, and incorporated in indiana in 1932. The american standard of perfection american poultry association. Complete descriptions of all recognized breeds and varieties of domestic poultry. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books. After four days of earnest consideration, resulting in further amendment, it was adopted by unanimous vote, and ordered published in book form as herewith presented. This is a book from the 1800s which is then reprinted in a modern, tiny pamphlet of a book.
A fully updated and expanded new edition of the official reference to all the recognised poultry standards in great britain the seventh edition of british poultry standards contains complete specifications together with judging points for all standardised breeds and varieties of poultry, as compiled by the specialist breed clubs and published under the guidance of the poultry club of. Scanning and posting the apa standard of perfection or whatever the title of the book is would not be permitted even if credit were given. The american standard of perfection book consists of more than 300 pages of descriptions and colored pictures of all the standard breeds and varieties of poultry recognized by the american poultry association. The american standard of perfection of poultry in america.
Poultry standard of perfection online american poultry. Page 295 the regular meeting of this association shall be held at such time and place as shall be agreed upon by the executive committee, notice of which shall be given to all members. The eggs average about two ounces each, and are of. This policy book is assembled in dictionary form and may be used in conjunction with the meat and poultry inspection regulations and the meat and poultry inspection manual, directives and notices. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. It is known as the bible of the poultry industry and will provide all the information needed when choosing what birds to buy next. The american standard of perfection is a wonderful book published by the american poultry association. American poultry association author of american standard. The first american poultry show was held in 1849, and the apa was later formed in response to the burgeoning need for an overseeing body to set standards for poultry breeds and to administer judging. Are the eighteen thousand persons who bought these books in. A look at the silkie standard of perfection vjp poultry.
Containing a complete description of all the recognized varieties of fowls. Their retention in the american standard of perfection is certain to do more harm than good. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls by american poultry association. A fully updated and expanded new edition of the official reference to all the recognised poultry standards in great britainthe seventh edition of british poultry standards contains complet. Frost on chickens the american standard of perfection. American game fowl standard of perfection books edition. Australian poultry standard by victorian poultry fanciers. Publication date c1910 topics poultry publisher boston, mass. This is the american poultry associations standard o. A breed standard also called bench standard or standard of points in animal fancy and animal husbandry is a set of guidelines which is used to ensure that the animals produced by a breeder or breeding facility conform to the specifics of the standardized breed breed standards are devised by breed associations or breed clubs, not by individuals, and are written to reflect the use or. Cards book laws governing the breeding of standard fowls is a book covering the outbreeding, inbreeding and linebreeding all recognized breeds of domestic fowls. It is the official standard of perfection from which all poultry in australia is supposed to be judged when exhibited at poultry shows. Breeding and exhibiting poultry is a longheld tradition as well. American standard of perfection forty forth edition by.
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