MSU Extension 4-H Animal Science

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  Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients announced

  Published on June 2, 2023
  Three recipients received the 2022 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award. This award recognizes the outstanding achievements of Michigan 4-H volunteers exhibit excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership development.

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  2023 Update: Official Identification Tags for Exhibition Swine Experiencing Supply Chain Issues

  Published on April 18, 2023
  Exhibitors, breeders looking to source 840 tags for swine projects may find delayed shipping.

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  Elischer and Nelson to receive inaugural MSU Extension Excellence in Teaching Awards

  Published on April 14, 2023
  Melissa Elischer and Ashly Nelson to receive inaugural Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Excellence in Teaching Awards on May 11.

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  Tips for bringing baby chicks home

  Published on April 12, 2023
  Bringing home new chicks can be exciting and here are some tips to make sure your chicks get off to the best start!

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  Michigan 4-H and Leader Dogs for the Blind celebrate the legacy of Nan Nellenbach with re-launch of 4-H Leader Dog Program

  Published on March 20, 2023
  Michigan 4-H and Leader Dogs for the Blind reignited their partnership with a kick-off event on March 9. As part of the celebration, former Michigan 4-H volunteer Nan Nellenbach was posthumously honored for her 40 year commitment to the program.

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  Farming can be a rewarding career and opportunity to be your own boss

  Published on February 23, 2023
  An upcoming 4-H Exploration Days session will educate young people about a day in the life of a dairy farmer while fostering employability skills.

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  Winter animal care: Tips to keeping your animals healthy and happy during winter months

  Published on January 18, 2023
  Being prepared during cold, winter weather will help your livestock winter a little easier.

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  Find your path to 4-H through 4-H Exploration Days

  Published on January 12, 2023
  4-H Exploration Days provides a hands-on experience of what 4-H and Michigan State University have to offer and helps youth develop life skills to use now and in the future.

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  Michigan 4-H members and alumni shine at national dairy cattle judging contests

  Published on December 15, 2022
  4-H, MSU collegiate and MSU IAT students compete at three national dairy cattle judging contests in the fall of 2022.

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  Michigan youth win the 2022 North American 4-H Dairy Educational Experience Scenario Contest

  Published on December 1, 2022
  This is the first time Michigan 4-H members have won this event since its creation in 2020.