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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.
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.
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!
Michigan 4-H's improved 4-H SPARK Survey helps identify youth sparks

Published on February 20, 2025
Michigan 4-H staff updated the 4-H SPARK Survey to improve youth access to 4-H projects.
Hunting antler sheds: A fun and informative winter pastime

Published on January 29, 2025
Finding deer sheds is a great way to get outside and enjoy winter while learning valuable information about the deer in your area.
Meet Julie Becker: Gratiot County 4-H

Published on January 23, 2025
A personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H from Gratiot County 4-H'er Julie Becker.
Outstanding agricultural 4-H volunteers sought for MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award

Published on January 16, 2025
The Michigan 4-H Foundation is seeking nominations of remarkable agricultural 4-H volunteers for the Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award. Nominations due March 15.
MSU Dairy Farm recognized as one of nation’s best for milk quality, herd health

Published on January 16, 2025
For the second consecutive year, the National Dairy Quality Awards named the MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center one of six Platinum Award winners