This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
"QuailQuest" is a project designed to immerse students in the practical aspects and broader implications of sustainable quail farming. Through hands-on experiences facilitated by specific materials like lumber, roofing panels, hinges, plywood, feeders, waterers, an incubator, quail fertile eggs, and quail feed, students will gain valuable insights into quail husbandry and agricultural sustainability.
The construction of quail enclosures using lumber, plywood, and roofing panels will teach students about habitat management and shelter provision for quail.
Installation of feeders and waterers will provide insights into balanced nutrition and hydration needs. Meanwhile, the incubator will serve as a tool for observing the hatching process of fertile quail eggs, fostering understanding of embryonic development and care. Students will also learn about quail nutrition by managing their diet with the provided feed, understanding the importance of nutritional balance.
The project's goals include educational enrichment, hands-on experience, sustainability awareness, critical thinking, problem-solving, and community engagement. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of quail farming techniques and ecological impacts, fostering an appreciation for sustainable practices and biodiversity conservation. Furthermore, they will cultivate critical thinking skills by evaluating farming methods and collaborating with local experts, promoting community engagement and communication.
What sets these students apart is their eagerness to learn and commitment to agricultural innovation. Their curiosity, motivation, and passion for sustainability make them poised to become future leaders in agriculture, driving positive change in their communities and beyond. Through "QuailQuest," they'll not only gain practical skills but also nurture a deeper understanding of their role in advancing sustainable farming practices.
VEVOR 48 Incubators for Hatching, 360°Automatic Egg Turner with Temperature and Humidity Display, Poultry Hatcher with ABS Transparent Shell for Chicken, Duck, Quail, Grey
• Amazon Business
$98.99
1
$98.99
Manna Pro Gamebird Showbird Crumbles - Vitamin & Mineral Supplement for Poultry - 6-Pack of 5lbs
• Amazon Business
$49.98
1
$49.98
2x2x8 treated lumber
• Home Depot Jonesboro
$3.68
12
$44.16
1/2 in. x 2 ft. x 4 ft. BCX Sanded Plywood (Actual: 0.451 in. x 23.75 in. x 47.75 in.)
• Home Depot Jonesboro
$21.13
2
$42.26
26 in. x 12 ft. Galvanized Steel 5V Crimp Roof Panel
• Home Depot Jonesboro
$39.98
1
$39.98
Voittozege 150 Pack Clear Quail Egg Carton,12 Grids Plastic Egg Cartons Bulk,Small Plastic Quail Egg Storage Holder with Lid,Stackable Quail Eggs Carton Trays for Storing Eggs of Quail, Pigeon
• Amazon Business
$24.19
1
$24.19
Wild Delight Dove & Quail Food, 10 lb
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Wild Delight Dove & Quail Food, 10 lb
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
4 Plastic Flip Top Bird Small Poultry Feeder for Pigeon Chicken Feeder Small Poultry Feeder Drinker Duckling Quail Feeder No Mess No Waste Multihole Birds Feeding Dish Dispenser (Red)
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
balacoo 1 Set Auto Feeder Plasticos para Comida Quail Waterer Quail Water Feeder Poultry Chicken Water Jar Bird Feeding Cup Water Container Water Cup Bucket Poultry Water Container
• Amazon Business
$13.19
1
$13.19
door hinges
• Home Depot Jonesboro
$8.88
1
$8.88
Lixit Baby Chick Feeder or Waterer (Pack of 1)
• Amazon Business
$7.17
1
$7.17
Materials cost
$379.77
Vendor shipping charges
$79.00
Sales tax
$31.33
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.70
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$525.80
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