MSU Extension4-H Goat Production & Management

News

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  Four ways parents can model good sportsmanship at shows

  Published on April 21, 2016

  Parents can have a profound impact on their children and other parents by modeling good sportsmanship at shows.

• Michigan 4-H Foundation grants available to local 4-H clubs and county programs

  Published on April 6, 2016

  The Michigan 4-H Foundation has announced grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 to support local 4-H clubs and county programs. 4-H volunteer leaders, members and staff members may apply for these funds.

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  Build on science skills and have a blast at the Michigan 4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp!

  Published on March 17, 2016

  Youth ages 13-16 should consider applying to attend the 2016 camp. Don’t delay, the deadline to apply is April 1!

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  Biosecurity: What you can do to help stop the spread of disease

  Published on February 25, 2016

  Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority. Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers.

• Enhance members learning with 4-H quiz bowls and skill-a-thons

  Published on February 16, 2016

  Several animal science quiz bowls and skill-a-thons are held throughout the year and are a great way to teach youth about animal science.

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  Showcasing the science in “animal science”

  Published on February 15, 2016

  Take a deeper look at the science involved in animal production.

• Kids talk you into a pet?

  Published on December 30, 2015

  4-H can help you with your pets.

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  Leslie teen donates his pig to local Marine’s Ingham County 4-H Memorial Fund

  Published on December 21, 2015

  Ingham County 4-H member Steven Harkness recently helped to save the Troy D. Nealey Memorial Fund by selling his show pig and donating the proceeds towards the scholarship.

• Body condition scoring in goats

  Published on November 3, 2015

  Body condition scoring is a great way to evaluate the nutritional status of your goats.

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  How you can reduce biosecurity risks in 4-H projects: Part 9

  Published on October 26, 2015

  Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority! Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers.