Livestock
Livestock Programs in Washington County
Washington County 4-H's Livestock Program is designed for youth with an interest in livestock and show events. Our focus is to provide experiences that help these youth develop leadership, citizenship, self-esteem, social skills and to become contributing members of society, as well as becoming better livestock owners.
Activities can include everything from educational and fun club meetings, livestock shows and County Fairs, service projects, judging contests, and leadership opportunities. Club members hold club offices, give public speeches and demonstrations, do service projects, and spend time with their favorite friends, animal,s or humans.
Requirements:
- K-12 (Small Animal Livestock Show)
- 3rd - 12th Grade, & 8 years of age Grade (Dixie Junior Livestock Show)
4-H Large Animals
Curriculum
Beef Discover 4-H Curriculum
Swine Discover 4-H Curriculum
Pack Goat Discover 4-H Curriculum
Shows
This show provides Washington Counties 4-H and FFA members the opportunity to show either a lamb, hog, or steer. Participants show their animal in showmanship class, and if their animal makes weight, market class. Following the shows, participants attend an awards banquet and dance, and the following Saturday following the shows, eligible livestock is sold at the DJLS show auction. Please see the rules for guidelines and further qualifications for this show.
4-H Small Animals
Curriculum
Poultry Production Discover 4-H Curriculum
Shows
During the County Fair youth from grades, K-12 can show either a chicken, or rabbit at this show. 1st place winners receive a buckle and participants that place in the top 3 win premium money at the fair. This is a fun and simple show that youth look forward to every year.