News

Grau and Hammer honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteers

Published on October 11, 2018
Kathy Grau and Mary Hammer of the Washtenaw County 4-H Junior Livestock Committee were among four Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients.
Virulent Newcastle Disease in California

Published on June 26, 2018
With 13 confirmed cases of Virulent Newcastle Disease in California, poultry exhibitors should try to minimize disease risks for their flocks.
Biosecurity—as easy as 1, 2, 3!

Published on May 17, 2018
Biosecurity related to 4-H projects is a matter of high priority. Taking simple precautions will protect animals, members and consumers.
New Animal Science Anywhere lesson explores animal diets and career options

Published on December 4, 2017
The Feed Critters lesson is designed to help participants creatively compare human food and animal feedstuffs while exploring careers related to animal nutrition.
Thanksgiving turkeys: To buy or to raise?

Published on November 8, 2017
Ever thought about raising your own Thanksgiving turkey? Here are some considerations on taking the plunge and raising turkeys or sourcing them from local producers for your Thanksgiving meal.
True 4-H science teen leaders: Hillsdale County

Published on November 8, 2017
Hillsdale County has a true 4-H poultry science teen leader in Haley Lemle.
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.
Is this the 4-H project for me? – Poultry

Published on September 19, 2017
There are several factors to consider when choosing poultry as a 4-H animal science project.
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.