News
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Teen leadership opportunities at 4-H livestock auctions
Published on June 21, 2017
Teens can take on important leadership roles when running livestock auctions. -
Showmanship 101 for all species
Published on June 6, 2017
A basic understanding of showmanship, no matter what species of animal you are showing. -
Michigan 4-H Animal Science Sportsperson of the Year brings sportsmanship to competition
Published on May 17, 2017
With minimal planning, you can easily include sportsmanship lessons into competitive events. -
Setting goals with your 4-H market livestock animal
Published on April 24, 2017
Start your record book for your 4-H project animals at the beginning of the project. -
New 4-H market hog project resource
Published on April 4, 2017
“Your 4-H Market Hog Project” resource offers tips and information for youth raising market hogs. -
Pre- and post-purchase tips: Adding animals to the herd made easy
Published on March 31, 2017
Adding animals to existing herds poses a certain amount of risk. Make sure to check off the important information prior to purchasing. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Preparations
Published on February 6, 2017
First article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Hog selection
Published on February 6, 2017
Third article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Planning for your 4-H swine project animal: Estimating costs
Published on February 6, 2017
Second article in series featuring tips and tricks as you prepare for and select your 4-H market hog. -
Keeping pigs, people and the public healthy during fairs and exhibitions
Published on February 2, 2017
Swine exhibitors can be proactive by using different strategies to help reduce stress and minimize the spread of disease at their events this year.