Michigan 4-H Livestock and Veterinary Science

05/21/2026

Got a project to show off? We want to see it!
Join the Michigan State Fair 4-H & Youth Virtual Showcase!
Ages 5–19 | FREE entry | No 4-H membership needed
Submit photos or videos
Register by Aug. 7
Scholarships available for youth 8-19 as of Jan 1, 2026
Enter as many classes as you want. All exhibitors receive ratings AND feedback from judges!
Enter today at: https://www.canr.msu.edu/virtual-showcase/State-Fair-Virtual-Showcase/

05/20/2026

Don't forget!
Registration is open for the 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging State Contest until June 15th.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Michigan 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging State Contest! The contest will take on Wednesday, July 1 at the Farm Bureau Pavilion at MSU.
While the dates no longer coincide with Michigan Livestock Expo, this contest does still count as an educational experience for the MLE Premiere Stockman Award!
You can find full details, including a link to register, here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-and-ffa-livestock-judging-state-contest-2026

05/15/2026

🚨 New resource alert! 🚨
Our new 4-H showmanship guides are here! With a guide for every species, these resources are perfect for beginners or anyone needing to brush up on the basics in a crunch. Check them out!

Are you new to showing animals? Did you earn a spot in your county’s showmanship sweepstakes contest? Perhaps you’d simply like to sharpen your showmanship skills for a project you’ve been taking for a few years now... Michigan 4-H now has showmanship guides available for every species that were designed with you in mind!
With county fair season approaching, there is no better time than now to start building your showmanship skills.
You can find all the guides under the "Publications" tab on this webpage: https://www.canr.msu.edu/tag/4-h-showmanship-guides

05/04/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Michigan 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging State Contest! The contest will take on Wednesday, July 1 at the Farm Bureau Pavilion at MSU.
While the dates no longer coincide with Michigan Livestock Expo, this contest does still count as an educational experience for the MLE Premiere Stockman Award!
You can find full details, including a link to register, here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-and-ffa-livestock-judging-state-contest-2026

04/30/2026

Only 5 youth spots remaining! Register now if you want to join us!
Coaches - don’t forget that you can attend our coaches session on day 2 at no cost!

Are you registered for Michigan Youth Livestock Judging Camp yet? If not, there's no better time than now - we have a limited number of spots available!
This camp is for teens who are looking to sharpen their livestock judging skills and will be a great practice opportunity prior to the State Contest! It is open to youth ages 12-19 (as of January 1) and will be held June 16-17 on the campus of Michigan State University.
Full details and a link to register can be found here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/michigan-youth-livestock-judging-camp-2026

04/28/2026

Michigan 4-H Volunteers! Join us on May 4th at noon for Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: Your Role in 4-H Animal Projects. Discover how you can mentor youth in goal setting, budgeting, marketing, and record-keeping for real-world skills. Register: canr.msu.edu/volunteering/mi-4-h-volunteer-webinar-series

04/27/2026

🌷 Youth Business Guide to Success: Grow Your 4-H Project This Spring! 🌷
Spring is the perfect time for fresh starts and big ideas! 🌱 Ready to take your 4-H market animal project to the next level?
The Youth Business Guide to Success helps young entrepreneurs build real-world skills — from marketing and advertising to goal setting and budgeting. It’s packed with engaging activities and practical tools to help youth make smart decisions and grow their confidence along the way.
🌼 Sow the seeds for success this season!
🌿 Learn how to turn your project into a thriving business
🌞 Build skills that will last far beyond the fair
Available now through May 31
💲 Only $5.20 + shipping (while supplies last!)
Let’s make this your most successful (and rewarding!) project yet — because great ideas bloom in the spring! 🌸
Order today:🔗https://spartanspiritshop.msu.edu/products/bulletin-4h1694

04/24/2026

Save the date!
The 2026 Michigan 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging State Contest will take place on Wednesday, July 1st.
More info regarding rules and entries to follow in the coming weeks.

04/23/2026

Don't forget! Registration is open for this year’s 4-H and FFA Meats Judging State Contest and closes TOMORROW, Friday the 24th. The contest will take place on Wednesday, May 6th at the MSU Meat Lab. Youth who participate in 4-H and FFA can compete in both divisions at this contest. Find more information, including the registration form, here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/4-h-and-ffa-meats-judging-state-contest-2026

04/22/2026

Are you registered for Michigan Youth Livestock Judging Camp yet? If not, there's no better time than now - we have a limited number of spots available!
This camp is for teens who are looking to sharpen their livestock judging skills and will be a great practice opportunity prior to the State Contest! It is open to youth ages 12-19 (as of January 1) and will be held June 16-17 on the campus of Michigan State University.
Full details and a link to register can be found here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/events/michigan-youth-livestock-judging-camp-2026