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Challenges in the agriculture economy may affect 4-H livestock auctions

Published on June 25, 2026
Will economic uncertainties in the agriculture sector result in lower prices for 2026 4-H livestock projects?
From ideas to enterprises: Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs

Published on May 14, 2026
Michigan’s youth to showcase their entrepreneurial ventures at the CEC Conference, inspiring communities to nurture future business leaders.
4-H Exploration Days lets Michigan youth explore possibilities for their future

Published on March 18, 2026
MSU pre-college programs like 4-H Exploration Days provide education, personal development and fun for ages 12 and up – make summer plans for your youth early!
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: The importance of people

Published on November 25, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the five Ps of marketing. This article focuses on customers, which are the lifeblood of your lemonade stand.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: place and picking the right spot

Published on September 12, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the 5 Ps of marketing. This article focusers on place and how selecting the location for your lemonade stand is a critical part of success.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: determining your potential profit

Published on February 12, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the five Ps of marketing. This article focuses on maximizing lemonade stand profits and explains pricing, break-even and profit margins.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: pricing and how to determine cost

Published on December 5, 2024
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the 5 Ps of marketing. This article focuses on the first step of pricing, determining cost.
Career exploration through informational interviewing

Published on October 14, 2024
Follow these steps for a successful informational interview.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: product

Published on August 29, 2024
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are not only earning cash but also learning and practicing the important concepts of the marketing mix: product, price, promotion, place and people. This article focuses on product.
Supporting 4-H youth through the sale of their market animal project

Published on August 1, 2024
It can be very difficult for 4-H youth to say goodbye to their market animal. What can parents and leaders do to help support youth?