Events

  • Apr 11

    2026 4-H and FFA State Horse Judging Contest

    April 11, 2026 Farm Bureau Pavilion at Michigan State University

    This annual contest allows 4-H and FFA youth who participate in horse and pony projects to demonstrate their animal evaluation skills.

  • Apr 12

    2026 Michigan 4-H State Hippology Contest

    April 12, 2026 Farm Bureau Pavilion at Michigan State University

    The annual Michigan 4-H Hippology Contest allows youth in horse and pony projects to test their equine knowledge.

  • Apr 21

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project -Goal Getters

    April 21, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Learn how to set SMART goals to enhance your livestock marketing success. Youth with learn practical strategies to develop a goal, stay focused, and achieve it.

  • Apr 21

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar Series

    April 21, 2026 – May 19, 2026

    Designed for youth ages 8-19, this engaging webinar series covers everything you need to succeed at livestock auctions. Topics include marketing and communication to record keeping, goal setting, and understanding break-even points.

  • Apr 28

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project Webinar -Talk the Talk

    April 28, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Effective communication is key to successfully selling livestock. This session covers tools and techniques to connect with buyers, convey product value, and empower youth with practical tips for impactful auctions and markets.

  • May 4

    Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar: Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: Your Role in 4-H Animal Projects

    May 4, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

    Webinars that provide Michigan 4-H volunteers with a variety of learning opportunities to help them grow as a volunteer and support the Michigan 4-Her's. This session is: Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: Your Role in 4-H Animal Projects.

  • May 5

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project - Market Mastery

    May 5, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Delve into the 5 P’s of marketing and explore innovative strategies to elevate your outreach. Youth will learn practical tools and techniques to promote their projects successfully, enhance their sales, and build valuable connections in their industry.

  • May 12

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project -Records to Riches

    May 12, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Learn how to keep track of what you spend and earn so you can make smart choices for your Market Livestock Project. This session equips youth with practical tools to track expenses, set goals, and ensure their projects are profitable and rewarding.

  • May 13

    4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest 2026

    May 13, 2026 9:00AM – 2:00PM MSU Meat Lab

    The 4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest gives youth an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to evaluate carcasses and identify meats.

  • May 19

    Make the Most of Your Market Animal Project - Pitch to Payment

    May 19, 2026 6:30PM – 7:30PM

    Communication and outreach are important methods to recruit buyers for your market livestock project. Discover how to use social media platforms to promote your market animal project, reach a wider audience, and share your progress.