News

Michigan 4-H Foundation funds 4-H statewide learning experience sponsorships

Published on November 16, 2022
For the 2022-23 program year, the Michigan 4-H Foundation funded sponsorships for 20 statewide 4-H learning experiences totaling $95,503.
2022 Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Days in review

Published on November 16, 2022
Youth from around Michigan demonstrate their cattle handling skills and dairy knowledge at the 2022 event.
Teaching an attitude of gratitude to young children

Published on November 14, 2022
Modeling thankfulness can help instill the character trait of gratitude and caring in your child’s life.
Eppelheimers create fund to support 4-H Exploration Days

Published on November 14, 2022
One of the country’s largest multi-day 4-H events, 4-H Exploration Days returned for its 51st year in June 2022. A new endowment created by Donald and Linda Eppelheimer will provide 4-H Exploration Days with perpetual funding for years to come.
4-H alumna becomes a Spartan to follow in her father’s footsteps

Published on November 14, 2022
4-H alumna and Animal Science senior Mikayla Bowen knew she would continue in her father's footsteps by becoming a Spartan.
Exploring your world: how plants cope with cold

Published on November 10, 2022
Discover how Michigan plants cope with the months of cold winter temperatures.
Michigan youth travel to Maryland State Fair to refine dairy cattle judging skills

Published on November 10, 2022
Twenty-five 4-H members, alumni and MSU Extension volunteers traveled from Michigan to Maryland to practice dairy evaluation and life skills.
Behavioral health technician: What is it? How do I become one?

Published on November 10, 2022
Are you interested in a career working with those with special needs? A career as a behavioral health technician may be a good fit for you!
MSU Extension tourism educators partner with St. Clair County 4-H Fair Board to pilot visitor assessment tool and drive future development

Published on November 9, 2022
A new visitor assessment tool was piloted for fairs and festivals to capture feedback on the impressions these events give new attendees.
Tips for putting high quality venison on the table

Published on November 9, 2022
When preparing for deer hunting, remember food safety in addition to hunter safety.