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Livestock judging contest proves to be a success at the 2025 U.P. State Fair

Published on December 18, 2025
Involvement in livestock judging contests help develop life skills, improves decision-making and increases communication skills. Animal exhibitors practiced livestock judging and developed valuable critical thinking skills at the 2025 U.P. State Fair.
Michigan 4-H dairy quiz bowl team places fifth at national contest

Published on December 18, 2025
A composite team of Michigan 4-H youth placed fifth overall in the National 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest held during the North American International Livestock Exposition.
A new era at the Michigan Farm Bureau Pavilion: Expansion planning receives Board approval

Published on December 15, 2025
MSU plans second indoor arena at the Michigan Farm Bureau Pavilion at MSU
Trattles named 2025 Michigan 4-H Animal Science Adult Sportsperson of the Year

Published on December 15, 2025
St. Joseph County 4-H leader Steve Trattles wins prestigious sportsmanship award for his leadership in 4-H animal science projects.
Michigan 4-H dairy judging team places second overall at national contest

Published on December 15, 2025
Michigan 4-H sent four members to Louisville, Kentucky, for the 2025 North American International Livestock Exposition 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, where the team was named Reserve Overall Team and several individuals placed in several categories.
Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: William Rogers

Published on December 15, 2025
William Rogers has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program.
Bargy named 2025 Michigan 4-H Animal Science Youth Sportsperson of the Year

Published on December 11, 2025
Antrim County 4-H member Wyatt Bargy wins prestigious sportsmanship award for his involvement in 4-H animal science projects.
Michigan 4-H Youth Dairy Days from a youth’s perspective

Published on December 10, 2025
A Michigan 4-H dairy youth was interviewed about their time during the event, and they had several positive thoughts about their experience.
Ready at cone A: Being a prepared exhibitor for the next show season

Published on December 10, 2025
Being prepared is not just a skill that is used while exhibiting your horse. Preparedness is a great skill to use in your everyday life!
Michigan 4-H dairy youth shine at Michigan 4-H Dairy Days

Published on December 10, 2025
More than 90 Michigan 4-H youth from across the state came together at Michigan State University for the 2025 Michigan 4-H Dairy Days event.