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MSU Pre-College Program Scholarships awarded to 4-H aspiring Spartans

Published on March 11, 2024
Fifty-two percent of the 2023 Pre-College Program Scholarships offered by MSU Admissions were awarded to top-notch 4-H youth who want to become Spartans.
Michigan 4-H launches improved 4-H SPARK Survey

Published on February 29, 2024
The Michigan 4-H SPARK Survey was developed by 4-H staff to connect youth with 4-H programming. It is an assessment to help youth gauge their interests by answering a few questions and referring them to programs of interest.
Dairy Spotlight: Kendra Van Order

Published on February 13, 2024
Spotlight on Kendra Van Order, 4-H dairy science MSU Extension educator.
Target weights and ideal ages for 4-H market livestock projects

Published on December 14, 2023
How old should your livestock project animal be when the fair comes around? How much should it weigh? Answering these questions can help to inform the selection of your project animals this spring.
Livestock checkoff programs: what 4-H members need to know

Published on December 11, 2023
As we approach a new fair season, it is important to understand how beef, lamb and pork checkoffs apply to your 4-H projects.
Specht named 2023 Michigan 4-H Animal Science Adult Sportsperson of the Year

Published on November 20, 2023
Saginaw County 4-H leader Jenny Specht wins prestigious sportsmanship award for her leadership in 4-H animal science projects.
Schultz named 2023 Michigan 4-H Animal Science Youth Sportsperson of the Year

Published on November 20, 2023
Tuscola County 4-H member Eve Schultz wins prestigious sportsmanship award for her involvement in 4-H animal science projects.
Michigan 4-H performed well at 2023 national 4-H dairy contests

Published on November 16, 2023
Michigan 4-H members competed at five contests during three events around the country.
Four Michigan 4-H teams compete at national horse contests

Published on November 9, 2023
In just three weeks, four Michigan 4-H teams competed at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress and Arabian and Half Arabian Horse Nationals, creating a lifetime of memories!
Teach science with your Thanksgiving left-overs

Published on November 9, 2023
The remains of your holiday bird can be used to not only make good food, but also teach science.