4-H Youth Development : article
With encouragement from peers, parents and adult leaders, one 4-H member learned to push beyond what felt comfortable.
Three Missouri youths represented their counties at the National 4-H Conference in 2019, engaging in policy discussions and meeting federal officials.
Tiger mascots unite across universities to raise awareness and help save wild tigers from extinction.
Tonia Zeiler is honored for 13 years of 4-H volunteer leadership, supporting youth growth in Lafayette County.
Vernon County 4-H Alumni Association received the Naomi Crouch Award for over a decade of volunteer service supporting youth and community.
Missouri 4-H honors volunteers whose dedication shapes youth leadership and growth through service, mentorship, and recognition awards
More than 5,700 volunteers guide 4-H youth, helping them gain skills, confidence and resilience to be ready for leadership, careers and life.
Lila Wantland judged herself to the top of the senior division of the Missouri State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest. The contest was held Aug. 17 at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Wantland was the high individual in the intermediate division of the state contest in 2018.
SEDALIA, Mo. – The State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest looked somewhat different this year, but Lila Wantland remained consistent and led the field in dominating fashion at the Aug. 22 event held at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Wantland repeated her 2019 win, following up 2018 and 2017 victories…
Warren County teens showcased teamwork and creativity in a Memphis food pantry challenge, preparing dishes with surprise ingredients.
Young entrepreneurs showcased innovative ideas and honed their business pitches in a competition, addressing real-world challenges with creative solutions.
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.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – More than 200 Missouri 4-H members and volunteers gathered on the University of Missouri campus in May for the 80th annual Missouri 4-H State Congress, a leadership event designed for youths in grades nine through 12.
Missouri youths showcased livestock evaluation skills at the 2024 State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest, emphasizing critical thinking and communication.
Youths competed in contests like poultry judging, egg demonstrations, and quiz bowls at the 2024 State 4-H Poultry Day.
Missouri 4-H youth competed in the Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup, earning top placements and showcasing equestrian excellence.
Young competitors showcased livestock evaluation skills at the 2025 Missouri 4-H contest. Top teams will advance nationally.
Nearly 100 youths competed virtually in the 2020 state 4-H sportfishing event, testing angling skills and knowledge of fish and ecosystems.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The University of Missouri Extension 4-H State Meats Judging Contest on Saturday, Feb. 15, drew 60 competing 4-H members from across the state.
Youths showcase public speaking, demonstrations, and artistic skills while sharing equine knowledge at a 4-H event.
Sixty-plus young participants gathered statewide to sharpen public-speaking skills across five categories in this annual youth leadership event.
Missouri youth showcased public speaking skills at the State 4-H contest, competing across categories and age levels.
Youth competed in the State 4-H Hippology Contest, showcasing equine knowledge in areas like anatomy and behavior.
Missouri 4-H youth competed in a state hippology contest, testing horse anatomy, behavior and equipment knowledge.
COLUMBIA, Mo. –The 2024 University of Missouri Extension State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest, April 13 in Columbia, drew 27 youths, along with their coaches.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest drew 45 youths from across the state on March 1. Participants tested their knowledge in a quiz bowl setting on the University of Missouri campus. The event was hosted with the help of the Mizzou Equine Teaching Facility and held at the…
Young filmmakers nationwide presented projects and attended virtual workshops led by industry experts like sound designers and animators.
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.