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Michigan 4-H State Award Spotlight: Ezri Westrate

Published on May 7, 2025
Ezri Westrate has been recognized as an outstanding 4-H member in the Michigan 4-H State Awards Program.
Service, therapy and emotional support animals: what’s the difference?

Published on May 1, 2025
Assistance animals play an important role in the lives of many people, but the differences between them can often be confusing. Together, let’s explore how they are similar and how they differ from each other.
Arabians, Percherons and minis, oh my! The 2025 Michigan 4-H State Horse Judging Contest continues to see growth

Published on May 1, 2025
The Michigan 4-H State Horse Judging Contest drew more than 200 participants once again in 2025.
The do’s and don’ts of service dog etiquette

Published on May 1, 2025
Have you ever seen a vested dog in the grocery store or on an airplane? Do you know how to interact with service dogs appropriately?
Animal health updates for the 2025 fair and exhibition season

Published on April 18, 2025
Join MSU Extension, MDARD and MAFE for an informational webinar aimed at helping fairs and exhibitions prepare for their 2025 livestock events.
Learn to make the most of your market animal project with new webinar series

Published on April 10, 2025
Elevate your market animal project and ensure your success at your next livestock auction with the help of a new MSU Extension webinar series.
2025 Michigan 4-H Hippology contest sees growth

Published on April 10, 2025
Hippology, by definition, is the scientific study of the horse. This contest allows youth participants to put their equine knowledge to the test.
Michigan 4-H license plate now available to drivers

Published on April 9, 2025
Support Michigan 4-H and show your 4-H pride by purchasing a Michigan 4-H license plate.
Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference returned in 2025

Published on March 20, 2025
Michigan 4-H youth and volunteers traveled to MSU for the 2025 Michigan 4-H Dairy Conference where they partook in informational sessions, dissections and a tour of the MSU Dairy Processing Plant.
Tips for bringing baby chicks home

Published on March 4, 2025
Bringing home new chicks can be exciting—here are some tips to make sure your chicks get off to the best start!