Success StoryFrom the Barn to the Future: Youth Shine at the Lawrence County Fair
From the Barn to the Future: Youth Shine at the Lawrence County Fair
Author: Maelyn Dotson
Planning Unit: Lawrence County CES
Major Program: Agriculture
Plan of Work: Enhance the Strong Agicultural and Natural Resource Base
Outcome: Initial Outcome
At the recent Lawrence County Fair, the 4-H/FFA Livestock Show and Auction was a tremendous success, highlighting the strong, long-lasting partnership between 4-H and FFA. Local youth proudly presented their animals and 4-H country ham projects, developing valuable skills in animal husbandry, public speaking, and leadership. Community partners, including Farm Bureau, Lawrence County Fiscal Court, Lawrence County Tourism, and local meat shops, came together to bid at the auction, ensuring that many participants received scholarship checks from the proceeds of their auctioned animals or hams. Beyond financial support, the event reinforced a commitment to building future agricultural leaders, fostering confidence, teamwork, and a deep appreciation for rural heritage. The collaboration between 4-H, FFA, and other community supporters continues to lay a strong foundation for the next generation of agricultural innovators and community leaders.
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