Close Resources

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

Impacts

Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success Story4-H Show Cattle Showmanship clinc



4-H Show Cattle Showmanship clinc

Author: Steven Mobley

Planning Unit: Laurel County CES

Major Program: Agriculture

Plan of Work: Agriculture and Natural Resources

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

In support of the aforementioned efforts to increase beef show numbers in the county a showmanship clinic was held in conjunction with  the KDA large animal tag in at the Laurel county site. 21 show steers and market heifers were tagged in at the WTA Market alliance facility. While 4-H and FFA members had animals at the facility the opportunity was used for a hands on showmanship clinic. Most of the Laurel County participants are novice showmen. One local 4-H member has shown on a national level and she assisted in teaching the clinic,. 4-Hers were shown the basics of showmanship. how to hold the halter properly. How to hold the show stick. How to set feet. the basics of showmanship. The 4-Hers will now go home and practice the basics. At the next opportunity showmanship skills will be further  developed and more advanced points will be covered.

The average age of farmers in Laurel County is getting older. Fewer new, young farmers are entering the profession. Livestock showing for 4-H an FFA members is an excellent way for youth to explore the agriculture industry and hopefully continue the farming tradition. This joint effort between the extension agents, FFA advisors and local feed companies is an effort to reach young farmers and to encourage them to continue farming. 






Stories by Steven Mobley


Bull BSE Program

Bull BSE Program

about 22 days ago by Steven Mobley

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2After successful BSE Clinics last year... Read More


Aquaponics on Cornett Farm

about 21 days ago by Steven Mobley

In this time of higher input costs and uncertain market prices it is important that farms operate as... Read More


Stories by Laurel County CES


Laurel County Cultural Arts and Capitol Experience

Laurel County Cultural Arts and Capitol Experience

about 16 days ago by Elizabeth Easley

A survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center found that one in four youth cannot name the three br... Read More


Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2

about 18 days ago by Victor Williams

Bull Breeding Soundness Exams Proves More Successful in Year 2After successful BSE Clinics last year... Read More


Stories by Agriculture


East Kentucky Working Cattle Contest

East Kentucky Working Cattle Contest

about 15 days ago by Kimberly Lane

Creating hands on learning opportunities is key for youth interested in agriculture. By allowing a s... Read More


Youth Roots, Community Fruits: The Blossoming of the 4-H Garden Club

Youth Roots, Community Fruits: The Blossoming of the 4-H Garden Club

about 15 days ago by Lydia Gosney

Describe the Issue or Situation.Prior to this year, there was no existing garden or horticulture-foc... Read More