Chartered Livestock Clubs
4-H members are required to be a part of a chartered club to show.
Livestock Program
State Livestock Shows
It's that time of year again! If you need a state livestock show tag, please contact the 4-H Coordinator, Sondra Jones before deadlines. Tags cost $2.00 each. Tagging information for state shows is listed below.-
- All junior livestock shows supported by the Utah State Junior Livestock Association require that animal projects be tagged with a permanent, tamper-proof tag. The association has uniform tags to be used throughout the state. These tags identify specific animal projects, help track ownership, and are required to participate in any state show. FFA advisors, 4-H agents or tagging committees ensure animals are tagged and exhibitors are verified and in good standing.
- All exhibitors must be verified as Utah 4-H or FFA members in good standing to compete. Tag + Verification = Eligibility
- Exhibitors must sign a Sevier County 4-H Livestock Rules Acknowledgement & Agreement to receive their tags
- Animals must be tagged 100 days before the weigh-in of a show for beef (steers and market heifers), and 60 days for sheep, goats, and hogs
- All exhibitors must complete the Sevier County 4-H Livestock Tagging Event in Zsuite and upload photos of their tagged animals before they are eligible to show. (How to register for an Event in Zsuite)
- Contact Sondra Jones to get your tags at 435-893-0478.
- Tag Deadlines are found on this page: Utah Junior Livestock (scroll to bottom)
Southern Utah Junior Livestock Show (Sevier County)
- Southern Utah Junior Livestock Show, August 4-7
- Beef tag in date: March 28 from 8-10am at Producers Livestock Auction, Salina, UT (contact Steve Peterson for more information)
- Lamb, Goat & Hog tag in date: May 6 from 5-7pm at the Sevier County Fairgrounds, Richfield, UT
- You will need to be enrolled in 4-H to receive your tags. To enroll in 4-H, go to 4h.zsuite.org. Use these tutorials or call Sondra at 435-893-0478 if assistance is needed.
- If you have questions please reach out to your department chairperson:
- Lambs – Taylor Miller 435-201-3517
- Goats – Treyson Richards 435-896-7365
- Hogs – Brady Baker 435-979-0421
- Steers – Steve Peterson 435-201-9708
- Southern Utah Junior Livestock Show Rules
Statewide 4-H Livestock Show Tagging Dates
Animals must be tagged 100 days before the weigh-in of a show for beef (steers and market heifers), and 60 days for sheep, goats, and hogs. The deadlines for tagging are listed below:- Utah State Junior Livestock Show-Spanish Fork, April 29-May 2, 2026
Beef: January 19, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: February 28, 2026 - Millard County Junior Livestock Show-Delta, May 26-29, 2026
Beef: February 15, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: March 27, 2026 - Uintah Basin Junior Livestock Show-Vernal, June 1-4, 2026
Beef: February 21, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: April 2, 2026 - Southeastern Utah Junior Livestock Show-Ferron, July 8-11, 2026
Beef: March 30, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: May 9, 2026 - Utah County Fair Junior Livestock Show, July 29-August 1, 2026
Beef: April 20, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: May 20, 2026 - Salt Lake County Junior Livestock Show-South Jordan, August 5-8, 2026
Beef: April 27, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: June 6, 2026 - Utah State Fair-Salt Lake City, September 9-12, 2026
Beef: June 1, 2026
Sheep, Goats, Hogs: July 11, 2026
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- Baker Hogs, led by Brady Baker
- Lambs R Us, led by Krissy Miller
- Goat Club, led by Treyson Richards
- Beef Club, led by Steven Peterson
Age Requirement
4-H CLUB AGE DIVISIONS (copied from the Utah State 4-H Handbook)
"Utah 4-H Age Divisions are based on a child’s school grade. Youth are eligible to participate in 4-H between kindergarten and 12 grades (for youth who are homeschooled, see guidelines below).
- Cloverbud 4-H Members Kindergarten through 2nd Grade (K–2)
- Junior 4-H Members* 3rd through 5th Grade (3–5)
- Intermediate 4-H Members 6th through 8th Grade (6–8)
- Senior 4-H Members 9th through 12th Grade (9–12)
*Large animal, shooting sports, and ATV projects and activities require youth to be at least in 3rd grade and at least 8 years of age by the beginning of the 4-H year (Sept. 1, 2025)
Eligibility for 4-H membership terminates upon graduation from 12th grade. Seniors may exhibit through the summer of their graduation year.
HOMESCHOOL GUIDELINES
Youth who are homeschooled will follow the Utah State Board of Education criteria for placement based on age.
- Cloverbud 4-H Members Ages 5 through 7 as of September 1
- Junior 4-H Members Ages 8 through 10 as of September 1
- Intermediate 4-H Members Ages 11 through 13 as of September 1
- Senior 4-H Members Ages 14 through 18 as of September 1"
For questions about participating in the 4-H livestock clubs (or starting your own) contact: Sondra Jones 435-896-7271
4-H Portfolio Information
The portfolio style has recently changed to a cover letter and resume. The link below contains full details.
A portfolio is an organized collection of a person's progress, achievements, contributions, and efforts that demonstrate accomplishments, size and growth over time. 4-H Portfolios contain important records that can be utilized in applying for scholarships and future employment. Portfolios set the stage for organization, record keeping and leadership.
Portfolio forms, judging rubrics, training videos and additional information can be found on the state website's portfolio page.