Mississippi 4-H Livestock Programs

It’s not just showing—it’s growing, too!

"My involvement in 4-H has taught me responsibility, teamwork, and leadership skills.”—4-H'er Noah Carpenter, Tishomingo County

Join Mississippi 4-H and grow your knowledge and skills with

• beef cattle.
• dairy cattle.
• meat goats.
• dairy goats.
• sheep.
• swine. 

Junior and senior 4-H’ers can share what they have learned at

• judging contests.
• quiz bowls.
• presentations.
• individual and team demonstrations.
• public speaking contests.
• premier exhibitor contests.
• art and photography contests.

You will learn how to

• treat animals ethically.
• win and lose graciously.
• communicate clearly.
• work with others.

Discover responsibility by

• being a reliable team member.
• caring for an animal that depends on you.
• participating in competitions.

Mississippi livestock competitions for 4-H’ers are held at

• Mississippi State Fair.
• Dixie National Junior Round-Up.
• District livestock shows.
• District and state 4-H horse championships.
• County fairs and jackpot shows.

"Joining 4-H was life-changing. I’ve learned how to warm up to new people, and I’ve made new friends.” – 4-H’er PEYTON BELL, Adams County

For more information on 4-H livestock programs, contact your local Mississippi 4-H office at extension.msstate.edu.

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Extension Service of Mississippi State University, cooperating with U.S. Department of Agriculture. Published in furtherance of Acts of Congress, May 8 and June 30, 1914. GARY B. JACKSON, Director M1522 (500-10-19)