News

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.
Protect yourself from salmonella when handling chicks and ducklings

Published on April 11, 2017
We hear about taking precautions to avoid getting salmonella when cooking chicken, but we forget it can also be passed along from handling our feathered friends.
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.
Michigan 4-H alum Izzy showcases her passion for fashion on this season’s Project Runway: Junior

Published on February 14, 2017
A Michigan 4-H'er is living out her childhood dream at the young age of 16. She was a contestant on season two of the reality show "Project Runway: Junior," currently airing on Lifetime TV.
4-H Challenged Me helps kids make a new connection

Published on February 10, 2017
A new peer-to-peer Michigan State University Extension Michigan 4-H program is giving mild to severely disabled children from Lapeer, Macomb, Tuscola and Sanilac counties the chance to show livestock at the Eastern Michigan State Fair.
Make plans to practice livestock biosecurity at your fair

Published on February 1, 2017
Tips and best practices for preparing and handling biosecurity at your fair.
Steps to developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship

Published on December 9, 2016
Be prepared for the unexpected when raising animals by developing a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship.
Veterinary Feed Directive impact on youth exhibitors

Published on December 9, 2016
New Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) requirements begin Jan. 1, 2017, affecting all livestock producers—including youth.
Daily observation is key in animal health and wellbeing

Published on November 29, 2016
Daily observation helps animal owners properly monitor their animal’s health and wellbeing.
Checklist to prepare 4-H animal project facilities for winter weather

Published on October 27, 2016
Ten items to check for and do before winter weather arrives when you have or are getting 4-H animal projects.