MSU Extension4-H Goat Production & Management

News

• Budgeting for your animal science project

  Published on October 16, 2017

  It may be time to start thinking about your upcoming year’s animal science project and how you plan on paying for it. Use this simple plan to help you get a handle on what you can afford.

• Is this the 4-H project for me? – An introduction

  Published on September 19, 2017

  There are several factors to consider when choosing a 4-H animal science project. This series of articles will outline what a particular species entails.

• 

  Selecting and supporting a 4-H animal science project for cloverbuds

  Published on September 15, 2017

  Choosing the right 4-H project allows cloverbuds to experience and explore 4-H projects in a meaningful way.

• 

  Michigan 4-H Fire Explorers Club comes to the rescue while building future firefighters

  Published on July 19, 2017

  With a diminishing number of volunteers in emergency services, including firefighters and emergency medical technician crews, one Upper Peninsula township faced a growing problem.

• 

  Michigan’s first Borlaug-Ruan interns credit 4-H for their success

  Published on July 13, 2017

  In just three years, two Michigan youth have received the prestigious Borlaug-Ruan International Internship, an honor bestowed on individuals who fight for food security for all.

• 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.

• 

  4-H ‘true leaders’ across Michigan assist in rangeland wildfire disaster relief

  Published on May 11, 2017

  Early in March, regions of Colorado, Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas were devastated by high winds and uncontrollable wildfires. Seeing a critical need, Michigan 4-H'ers across the state stepped up to show their support and provide relief.

• 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.