Goats—dairy type, pygmy, Angora and Boer—make great 4-H projects. They are relatively easy to handle, interesting and inexpensive to keep. In addition to learning about traditional animal care in a 4-H goat project, you can explore the use of products that come from goats such as milk, meat and fiber. You also can participate in activities such as quiz bowl, skillathon and judging, that don’t require you to own a goat.
Contact
For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office.
News
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Two 4-H animal science events made their return in 2024
Published on March 28, 2024
4-H Animal Science Career Quest returned after a year off and the 4-H Spring Livestock Workshop returned for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic in a new format. -
The science behind animal handling
Published on March 28, 2024
Understanding the science behind animal behavior can guide our approach to animal handling and help to create a positive experience for animals and humans alike. -
Winter animal care: Tips to keeping your animals healthy and happy during winter months
Published on January 18, 2023
Being prepared during cold, winter weather will help your livestock winter a little easier. -
Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption
Published on July 22, 2021
Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair. -
Animal welfare at the fair: Heat stress
Published on July 14, 2021
Learn how to mitigate heat stress for animals during fair season.