Livestock Program

State Livestock Shows

  • Utah Junior Livestock Association Entry Form pdf format
    It's that time of year again!  If you need a state livestock show tag, please contact the 4-H Livestock Coordinator, Marie Reese.  Tags cost $2.00 each.  Some tags are still on back order, but contact Marie before deadlines.  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
    • 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
    • Contact Marie Reese to get your tags at 435-979-8021 or Candice Call at 801-577-5751
    • 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 6-9
    • Beef tag in date-coming soon
    • Lamb, Goat & Hog tag in date – coming soon
    • 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 Marie at 435-979-8021 or Candice Call at 801-577-5751 if assistance is needed.
    • If you have questions please reach out to your department chairperson:
      • Lambs – Travis Adams 435-287-8095
      • Goats – Butch Lindsay 435-979-5103
      • Hogs – Jaden Coates 435-979-6744
      • Steers – Jeremy Cowley 435-201-1279

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 30
    Beef:  January 21, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  March 1, 2024
  • Millard County Junior Livestock Show-Delta, May 28
    Beef:  February 18, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  March 29, 2024
  • Uintah Basin Junior Livestock Show-Vernal, June 3
    Beef:  February 24, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  April 4, 2024
  • Southeastern Utah Junior Livestock Show-Ferron, July 10
    Beef:  April 1, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  May 11, 2024
  • Salt Lake County Junior Livestock Show-South Jordan, August 7
    Beef: April 29, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  June 8, 2024
  • Utah State Fair-Salt Lake City, September 11
    Beef:  June 3, 2024
    Sheep, Goats, Hogs:  July 13, 2024

Chartered Livestock Clubs

4-H members are required to be a part of a chartered club to show.

    • Sevier County Livestock Club, everyone welcome
      • Led by Marie Reese
    • 5L Lambs
      • Led by Kennedy and Ashlee Larsen
    • Yardley Bros
      • Led by Telisia Waters
    • Lambs R Us
      • Led by Krissy Miller and Butch Lindsay

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, 2023)
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"

Livestock Record Book

For questions about participating in the 4-H livestock clubs (or starting your own) contact:

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Marie Reese

4-H Horse and Livestock Coordinator | Sevier County

4-H & Youth

Phone: 435-979-8021

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.