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Missouri 4-H'ers compete at state public speaking contest
Missouri 4-H youths from 20 counties presented speeches in multiple categories and earned awards in the state public speaking contest.
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'Hunger can happen to anyone': Missouri 4-H event spotlights food insecurity
Missouri 4-H youth pack food and raise awareness about food insecurity, showing that hunger can affect anyone.
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Youths compete at Missouri 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Young competitors showcased livestock evaluation skills at the 2025 Missouri 4-H contest. Top teams will advance nationally.
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Laclede County youth tops State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest
Whitney Yerina of Laclede County earned top honors at the State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, showcasing strong skills in multiple dairy breeds.
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Missouri 4-H'ers donate more than a half-ton of protein to fight food insecurity
Youth raise 1,100+ lb of protein to provide 5,000+ meals and support food-insecure Missourians.
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Youths, professionals connect virtually at FilmFest 4-H
Young filmmakers nationwide presented projects and attended virtual workshops led by industry experts like sound designers and animators.
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Donna Martz Memorial 4-H Endowment Fund sends Missouri youths to National 4-H Conference
COLUMBIA, Mo. – “Mom led by example and was always right by our side offering support and help with whatever we needed,” says Connie Wieberg of her mother, Donna Martz, who passed away in 2018. “She was a big reason we all succeeded in 4-H.”
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American Outdoor Brands and Missouri 4-H partner to support youth development programs
COLUMBIA, Mo. – American Outdoor Brands Inc., an industry-leading provider of products and accessories for rugged outdoor enthusiasts, and Missouri 4-H, part of the nation’s largest youth development organization, announced on July 30 that they will partner to provide youths across Missouri with equal access to development opportunities provided by Missouri 4-H Shooting Sports and Natural Resources programs.
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Youth anglers compete at 2021 State 4-H Sportfishing Event
COLUMBIA, Mo. – 4-H members practiced their angling skills July 24 at the Little Dixie Lake Conservation Area during the University of Missouri Extension 2021 State 4-H Sportfishing Event. Nearly 20 registered 4-H youths competed to catch the most and largest fish. They also tested their knowledge of species and tackle identification, aquatic ecosystems and fish anatomy in the sportfishing “skill-a-thon,” said state 4-H agriculture…
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Pledging head, heart, hands and health, Missouri 4-H'ers flock to new ASL project
Missouri 4-H youths learn American Sign Language to connect with the deaf community and explore new skills and careers.
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Missouri 4-H'ers can reduce food insecurity across the state
Missouri 4-H youth are helping reduce food insecurity by donating livestock to local food banks, feeding hundreds across the state. Learn how to get involved.
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2021 Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Thirty youths from around the state participated in Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day, held June 12 at the University of Missouri Animal Science Research Center.
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Missouri 4-H'ers net awards at 2021 Sportfishing Slam
Recognition shared by Missouri 4-H youth for outstanding catches and species diversity at the 2021 sportfishing contest.
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Missouri 4-H'ers reach food drive milestone
COLUMBIA, Mo. – 4-H clubs across Missouri have raised more than three quarters of a million meals to feed hungry families over the last three years.
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Missouri 4-H'ers get out and move
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Every year, hundreds of Missouri 4-H’ers, parents and volunteers commit to the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle through Missouri 4-H’s Move Across Missouri challenge.
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Missouri 4-H Foundation awards 68 scholarships
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H Foundation is awarding 68 scholarships totaling $69,350 to Missouri 4-H youths to help further their educations.
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Mizzou Collegiate 4-H restructuring to engage all Missouri postsecondary institutions
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Members of the Mizzou Collegiate 4-H club have voted to create a statewide Missouri Collegiate 4-H Council. The existing Mizzou Collegiate 4-H organization will be a chapter under the new council.
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Pike County woman honored with 4-H volunteer leadership award
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Celebrating National Volunteer Week, the Missouri 4-H Foundation is proud to recognize Missouri 4-H volunteer Deedee Martin with the 2021 Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award. Martin, who lives in Pike County, is being recognized for more than 30 of service and support to Missouri 4-H. “We are honored to recognize Deedee Martin for her outstanding efforts on behalf of Pike County 4-H,” said Kyle Kerns, chair of…
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Opening doors
Discover how Sebrina Barrett's 4-H experiences shaped her leadership and advocacy skills, opening doors for her career in community service and public speaking.
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Missouri 4-H youths test knowledge at State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The 2021 University of Missouri Extension State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest gathered 19 youths and their coaches in late March and early April.The contest consisted of an online qualifying exam in March; the top four teams in each age division advanced to the in-person portion in April.Top junior competitors (ages 8-13):First: Bailey Spalding, Jackson County.Second: Elizabeth Pruett, Jackson County.Third: Kelsa Kirk, Jackson…
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Mary Beth Mitchell honored with Missouri 4-H volunteer leadership award
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Celebrating National Volunteer Week, the Missouri 4-H Foundation is proud to present Missouri 4-H volunteer Mary Beth Mitchell with the 2021 Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award. Mitchell, of Monroe County, is being recognized for more than 30 years of service and support to Missouri 4-H.
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It all started at the show ring
Jenna Hasekamp’s journey from 4-H show rings to college livestock judging highlights youth leadership, growth, and agricultural passion.
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4-H youths test skills at 2021 State 4-H Horse Judging Contest
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The University of Missouri Extension State 4-H Horse Judging Contest took place virtually Feb. 27-28, drawing 81 competing 4-H members, said Maria Calvert, Missouri 4-H state agriculture and natural resources educator.
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Easter eggs-periments to try with kids
MONTICELLO, Mo. – Make coloring Easter eggs with the children and grandchildren fun and educational, says Katie Hogan, University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth program assistant.Eggs-periment with embryology lessons as you dip and dye this year. In addition to science skills, children learn color recognition, painting and cutting skills while helping decorate eggs. Count and sort as you go and talk about how eggs from various birds…
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Impact of 4-H Programming: A Ten-year Review
The Issue Youth involved in 4-H have the opportunity to be members from ages eight to eighteen. According to a 2009 study from Tufts University, 4-H youth appear to have higher levels of developmental assets that are found to be most important in positive youth development (Lerner et al., 2009). Assessment of long-term 4-H programming is critical to evaluate the success of meeting the objectives of positive youth development.