For more information about MSU Youth Livestock Programs, contact Ken Geuns or Carla McLachlan.

2008 Michigan Jr Beef Show and Beef Showcase
June 13-15, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The MI Jr Beef Show and Beef Showcase will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 14 and 15, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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2008 Michigan Jr Sheep Spectacular and B&B Northern Exposure Club Lamb Show
June 13-15, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The MI Jr Sheep Spectacular will be held Saturday, June 14 and the Block and Bridle Club lamb show will be held Sunday, June 15, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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2008 Spartan Classic Hog Show and Spartan Jackpot Show
June 20-22, 2008
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing

The Spartan Classic Hog Show will be held Saturday June 14 and and the Spartan Jackpot Hog show on Sunday, June, 15, 2008. Registration information is available here or by calling 517-432-5402 to have forms mailed to you.
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Club Lamb and Show Pig Lists

Download lists to assist you with locating producers who are hosting club lamb and show pig sales or are offering lambs and pigs for sale private treaty.

Show pigs for 2008

Club lambs for 2008

Fall Cattle Sale in Michigan

Download a list of fall cattle sales which include opportunities to purchase club calves and heifers for the 2008 project year.

Fall Cattle Sales in Michigan

MI Junior Livestock Society Scholarship

Scholarship opportunity funded by the Michigan Junior Livestock Society. Four $500 scholarships will be awarded Completed Applications are due November 1, 2007

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MI Youth Livestock Scholarship Fund

Scholarship opportunity funded by the proceeds from the Michigan State Fair Youth Livestock Auction. $1000 scholarships are available. Completed Applications are due June 15, 2007

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Pork Quality Assurance
Are you looking for information about Pork Quality Assurance? Do you need to find a trainer in your area? Check out information about PQA here.
State 4H & FFA Livestock Judging Contest
Participants in this contest will have the opportunity to enhance their livestock evaluation and selection skills, as well as improve their communication and decision making skills. Review the entry information for details
Biosecurity Guides for Livestock
Dr. Dan Grooms DVM, College of Veterinary Medicine and Ken Geuns, Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University have developed helpful guidelines for helping to ensure biosecurity on farm as well as at fairs and exhibitions. Each of these documents may be viewed and printed in the attached pdf documents.
Biosecurity Guide For Livestock Farm Visits
Biosecurity for Livestock & Poultry Exhibitions
Biosecurity for Livestock Exhibitors.

Michigan RFID

Starting March 1, 2007, Michigan will require that all cattle be identified with radio frequency identification (RFID) ear tags prior to movement from Michigan premises. Visit www.michigananimalid.com for details.
Listing of Breeders for Show Pigs and Club Lambs
Resource Material for Animal Science Projects
A list of available resources, as well as the locations to obtain those resources, is available for youth and leaders interested in Animal and Veterinary Science programs. Open the attached PDF and print a copy!
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