Success Story4-H Youth Enhance Livestock Knowledge Through 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon



4-H Youth Enhance Livestock Knowledge Through 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon

Author: Ryan Farley

Planning Unit: Fayette County CES

Major Program: Agriculture 4-H Core Curriculum

Plan of Work: Sustainable Agriculture

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

Training the next generation of agriculture leaders is an imperative step in continuing many strong traditions in Woodford County. As a community that prides itself on its agriculture heritage, making sure that future generations can carry on that legacy has been highlighted as an important role for 4-H to play. One way that Woodford County 4-H works to invest in these youth is the 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon program. Offering a chance for youth to learn about all aspects of the livestock industry, the 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon competition is held annually to provide real world and hands-on educational opportunities. Youth spend months in preparation, learning not only about equipment, feeds and breeds, but also feeding scenarios, breeding scenarios and even components of livestock judging. In Woodford County 12 youth participated in the 2019 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon program. Of these youth, 100% of them reported an increase in their livestock knowledge and that they felt more confident because of their experience with the 4-H Livestock Skillathon contest. All participants also reported that they worked hard to prepare and had fun participating which is why 92% report planning on participating next year. Through programs like the 4-H Livestock Skill-a-thon competition, Woodford County 4-H Youth are developing a knowledge and skill base necessary for successful futures in the agriculture industry.






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