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Missouri 4-H youths compete at international livestock expo
4-H'ers from Nodaway, Greene, Marion and Cape Girardeau counties compete on Missouri's All-Star Team.
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Independence leads among Missouri Good Neighbor Week projects
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A citywide effort in Independence that generated more than 650 documented direct engagements, removed at least 920 cubic yards of material and attracted more than $20,500 in community support is a leading example of how University of Missouri Extension put neighboring into action during Missouri Good Neighbor Week.
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Missouri 4-H Dairy Judging competes at National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest
Lexi Angelo is the latest Missouri 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Team member to join the All-American ranks at the National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest, held Sept. 26 in Madison, Wis. The team finished 11th overall in the 20-team field.
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Lessons That Last
From club meetings to directing a summer camp, Allen Garner found that the greatest value of 4-H was gaining the confidence to lead, adapt and solve problems.
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Beyond Ready: Missouri celebrates National 4-H Week
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri is celebrating National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10, 2026, with a proclamation from Gov. Mike Kehoe recognizing the week and the contributions of 4-H youths, volunteers and families across the state.
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Missouri 4-H entrepreneurs earn Show Me Wares Star Seller honors
This year, 15 youths ages 8-18 from across the state participated in the 4-H Show Me Wares program, selling a variety of products such as wood crafts, jewelry, soap, lotions, toys, plushies, agricultural products and leather goods.
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From after-school to community club: 4-H helps youths build skills, confidence
WARRENTON, Mo. – Three years ago, Sophia Villasenor knew little about 4-H. Today, at age 10, Sophia is a 4-H member who enjoys trying new things, spending time with friends and showing her chickens at the Warren County Fair.
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Warren County 4-H expands after-school, STEM opportunities
Warren County 4-H is expanding its after-school and STEM programming this school year, giving more local youths the chance to learn by doing, explore new interests and build skills they can use both in school and throughout life.
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Missouri 4-H Dairy Judging team competes at All-American Dairy Cattle Judging Contest
Missouri 4-H had a successful outing at the 2026 All American Invitational Youth Dairy Cattle Judging Contest, held Sept. 13 in Harrisburg, Pa., according to Karla Deaver, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in 4-H youth development. The team finished fourth overall in the 13-team field.
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Make youth tours and career presentations count
COLUMBIA, Mo. – A factory tour, classroom presentation or career day visit can do more than introduce young people to a profession. With a few adjustments, those experiences can spark interest, build confidence and help youths imagine themselves in future careers, says University of Missouri Extension youth specialist Kellie Seals.
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Clowning around with purpose
EMINENCE, Mo. — What can juggling, mime and balloon animals teach young people about handling life's challenges? Quite a bit, according to University of Missouri Extension’s 4-H Clown College, which uses clowning arts to help rural youths build confidence, resilience and healthy coping skills.
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The confidence to try
With encouragement from peers, parents and adult leaders, one 4-H member learned to push beyond what felt comfortable.
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Scott County 4-H members compete in National Youth Expo
Scott County 4-H members Ava Asmus, Ella Asmus and Maebry Enderle participated in the Red Angus Youth Expo in Madison, Wis., June 21-26.
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How to make youth tours and presentations more meaningful
Simple strategies can help businesses spark career interest, confidence and engagement among young people.
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Missouri 4-H leaders get a head start on becoming Mizzou Tigers
Eligible students can earn guaranteed admission by demonstrating leadership, service and academic achievement.
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4-H opened his horizons
Pettis County native Richard Maltsbarger says hands-on learning through Missouri 4-H helped sparked a career that led from software development to the executive suite of international companies.
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Restored Missouri 4-H Building opens at State Fair
SEDALIA, Mo. – A landmark on the Missouri State Fairgrounds will begin a new chapter as the Missouri 4-H Foundation and Missouri State Fair celebrate the restoration of the historic Missouri 4-H Building with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13.
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‘Deep Roots, Branch Out’: Missouri 4-H’ers explore futures at conference
The 24th annual Missouri 4-H College and Career Pathways Conference welcomed 31 middle and high school students to the University of Missouri campus in Columbia. Participants were members of the 4-H Youth Futures: College and Careers Within Reach club.
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Missouri 4-H’ers hit the mark at national shooting sports championships
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – Thirty-six Missouri 4-H members competed at the highest level at the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships, June 21-26 in Grand Island, Nebraska. The event boasted a record-breaking number of participants: 767 athletes from 42 states competing in nine disciplines.
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Opportunity of a lifetime for NW Missouri 4-H’ers
This November, 20 Missouri 4-H delegates will travel to Atlanta for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at National 4-H Congress. During the event, youths will connect with peers from across the country while participating in workshops, service-learning projects and tours of Atlanta’s most notable landmarks.
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Clover Classic tees up success for Missouri 4-H
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The16th Annual Missouri 4-H Clover Classic Golf Tournament, June 2 at the Gustin Golf Course in Columbia, raised more than $80,000 to support Missouri 4-H youth programs across the state.
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Stay cool at the fair
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Long walks, crowded midway lines and hours spent outdoors can turn a summer fair into a risky place during high heat. University of Missouri Extension health and safety specialist Karen Funkenbusch says a little planning can help fairgoers stay safe and enjoy the day. “It’s not cool to be hot,” Funkenbusch says. “Water, rest and shade are key.”
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Missouri 4-H youths explore careers during Kentucky equine tour
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Thirty-six Missouri 4-H youths got a firsthand look at careers in the equine industry during a tour across Kentucky, May 18–24. The tour featured hands-on learning, visits to leading farms and race tracks and conversations with industry professionals.
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Lines cast, skills sharpened at Missouri 4-H State Sportfishing Day
MILLERSBURG, Mo. — Missouri 4-H members from across the state gathered June 13 at Little Dixie Lake in Millersburg for the Missouri 4-H State Sportfishing Day. More than 20 participants from 14 counties took part in a day filled with fishing, learning, competition and conservation.
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Missouri 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest
COLUMBIA, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension hosted the 2026 Missouri 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest on Saturday, June 6, at the Trowbridge Livestock Center in Columbia. The event brought 92 youths from across the state to demonstrate their skills in evaluating livestock.