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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. This special reprint edition of the american poultry association s book the standard of excellence offers a unique look at poultry breeds during the late 19th century. Standard sized breeds are grouped by type or by place of origin. It definitely helped me understand basic faults, and is helping me replan my breeding programme. The american standard of perfection book by american poultry. Poultry standard of perfection online american poultry. The real standard of perfection is a big, heavy book with illustrations and. Buy a cheap copy of the american standard of perfection 1998. This is the american poultry association s standard of perfection. The american standard of perfection this scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Apa 44th standard of perfection a complete guide for the breeder and exhibitor of all accepted varieties of large fowl, bantams, waterfowl, turkeys, and guineas. The following information is comprised of excerpts from the american standard of perfection, 1998, and has been edited to comply with. To download this complete list, click on the button for the type of download you would like. The book is illustrated with many color depictions and contains historical data on many breeds.
Written in 1874, this classic text on poultry sheds light on the very first poultry exhibition standards adopted in. Apa 44th standard of perfection american poultry association. Their are many brreds of chickens, ducks, turkeys and geese in the pages of this wonderful book. This article was taken from the may 1911 issue of american poultry world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work.
The standard is the foremost authority to poultry judges, breeders and exhibitors and a reference for anyone trying to breed quality poultry. This group is for the discussion of purebred poultry according to the apa standard of perfection. Oct 21, 2009 i have two earlier editions of the american poultry association s standard of perfection. First published in 1874 by the american poultry association, the standard of perfection commonly referred to as the standard classifies and describes the. American bantam association since 1914 the american bantam association has represented bantam breeders and their special interests. American standard of perfection by american poultry association book 15 editions published between 1910 and 2015 in english and held by 62 worldcat. Containing a complete description of all the recognized varieties of fowls. Southeast asian conference in institutional research. This book is actually available for free in pdf form from many places on the internet. Permission to make quotations from the test of this book is granted solely for the purpose of dissemination of knowledge, provided proper credit is cited. Poorly organized in tiny print, three columns per page. Published 2015 by american poultry association, inc.
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There are nearly 400 breeds and varieties o he exhibition poultry hobby if you like beautiful, responsive, animals, then the world of exhibition poultry may be what you have been looking for. 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. Excerpt from the american standard of perfection, illustrated. American standard of perfection 1993 poultry association hardback book. This is a book from the 1800s which is then reprinted in a modern, tiny pamphlet of a book. Up to date with a most recent accepted variaties and breeds. American poultry association the online books page. The american standard of perfection of poultry in america. A complete description of all recognized varieties of fowls classic reprintabout the publisherforgotten books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
The american standard of perfection american poultry. The american standard of perfection by american poultry. This is not the book published by the american poultry association. Used with permission of the american poultry assn, for educational purposes only. The newest edition of the american poultry association standard of. The american poultry association apa is the oldest poultry organization in the north america. The american standard of perfection american poultry association full view 1921.
Apa 44th standard of perfection american poultry association apa 44th standard of perfection a complete guide for the breeder and exhibitor of all accepted varieties of large fowl, bantams, waterfowl, turkeys, and guineas. The recognized standard work on poultry, turkeys, ducks and geese, containing a complete description of all the. Chicken breeds recognized by the american poultry association from wikipedia, the free encyclopedia all chicken breeds recognized by the american poultry association are categorized into classes. The american standard of perfection book by american. A look at the silkie standard of perfection vjp poultry. I use it to choose my chickens every year for the fair this is the american poultry association s standard of perfection. I thought i was just ordering a paperback version of the apa. Poultry comes in all sizes, shapes, colors and personalities. It was founded in 1873, and incorporated in indiana in 1932. American standard of perfection 2010 cackle hatchery. American poultry association standard of perfection purely poultry. In it you will find all kinds of valuable information on all of the breeds of chickens that are recognized by this group. Plumage grayishwhite, each feather crossed by regular, narrow, parallel, sharplydefined, dark bars that stop short of positive black.
The american standard of perfection, as adopted by the association, at its twentysecond annual meeting at boston, mass. Standard of perfection association, american poultry on. We hope the experienced will share their experiences and the education they have learned over the years of raising poultry in a ladylike and gentlemanly manner. The american poultry association standard of perfection is official guide to all standard varieties recognized by the american poultry association. Apr 24, 2018 the american standard of perfection is a wonderful book published by the american poultry association. American standard of perfection 2001 by american poultry. The book contains information on more than seventy chicken breeds to help. Every breed and color recognized by the american poultry association is included in this book. The first edition of the book listed 41 breeds, and todays versions have nearly 60.
The american poultry association is the accepted authority on standard requirements and its ed book. This is a must have for any poultry breeder or serious enthusiast. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature in affordable. So, if someone wanted to write a description of what qualities a rhode island red should have and post that description to the web, they could. Apa standard of perfection for bearded silkie 2001 american poultry association, inc. Standardsized breeds are grouped by type or by place of origin. The interest of people from all walks of life has been served for over one hundred years by the american poultry association, the oldest livestock organization in the united states.
The standard is used by american poultry association judges at sanctioned poultry shows to judge poultry, and by those who participate in the competitive showing of selectively bred birds that conform to the standard, which led to the term standard bred poultry history. It is geographically within the province of lanao del norte but administered independently from the province. Their main purpose is to list characteristics of each breed at their highest level. American poultry association standard of perfection. American standard of perfection from american poultry association. Official american poultry association members has 1,060 members. The exhibition of these birds in the united states and in other parts of the world is discussed. Standard of perfection strombergs strombergs chickens.
American poultry association, arthur carlton smith. American poultry association books list of books by author. Each breed and variety is described in detail as to breed type, shape, size, and color. This 372 page hard cover book with color pictures, and black and white illustrations put out by the american poultry association, is the official guide of standards. Requirements for exhibitors, judges, poultry exhibits, and also technical terms. The program of our association is to appreciate the excellence and the systematic classification of the many breeds and varieties of poultry. This 372 page hard cover book with color pictures, and black and white illustrations put out by the american poultry association, is the official guide of standards for all recognized chicken, bantam, duck, turkey and geese breeds. The rosecomb bantam as edited by the american poultry association a collection of the important articles written about the breed frequently referred to as the beautiful little aristocrat. American poultry association standard of perfection, 44th edition. American standard of perfection forty forth edition by. Its mission is to promote and protect the standard bred poultry industry in all its phases and to continue the publication of the american standard of perfection the book used by breeders, exhibitors and judges as the guide for the breeding and judging of all standard bred poultry. Its very important historically, because it defined the traditional chicken and turkey breeds as of 1874. Buy a cheap copy of the american standard of perfection book by american poultry association. Apa open facebook group this is a group is for the beginner and the experienced poultry fancier.
Giving a complete description of all the recognized varieties of. The american standard of perfection as adopted by the association at its twentysecond annual meeting at boston, massachusetts, 1898. The american standard of perfection american poultry association. It has grown into a strong and vibrant national organization that promotes the breeding and exhibiting of all kinds of bantams. 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. To purchase the complete standard of perfection from the apa, click here.
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