Success StoryNelson County 4-H Livestock Shows



Nelson County 4-H Livestock Shows

Author: Luke Fries

Planning Unit: Nelson County CES

Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum

Plan of Work: Youth Family and Consumer Sciences and Agriculture

Outcome: Initial Outcome

According to the 2012 Kentucky Agriculture Statistics Service, Nelson County ranks in the top 15 Kentucky counties for swine, horse, dairy and cattle production as well as having a growing meat goat population. Despite the large number and wide variety of livestock producers in Nelson County, youth participating in 4-H Livestock Programs have steadily declined over the last 10 years. Certified Livestock Volunteers provided a 4-H livestock program that incorporates learning hands on livestock production, management, marketing, showmanship, agricultural stability, and advancement for the county.

This year, the 4-H Agent, in collaboration with the certified livestock volunteer and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, hosted two District Beef Cattle Shows at the Nelson County Fairgrounds. Show participation included a total of 53 youth showing over 125 animals.

During the 2017 Nelson County Fair, 98 Youth showed 196 animals in 3 Shows (Beef Cattle, Hogs, and Dairy Cattle) and received $5,285.00 in premiums. The agent is Livestock shows Superintendent for the Nelson County Fair.







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