Animal Science
Through hands-on learning, participants develop skill in animals care and health, while deepening their knowledge of genetics and nutrition. Projects may include raising livestock, studying companion animals, or participating in equine activities. Through active participation, members cultivate responsibility, leadership, and teamwork, gaining a meaningful understanding of animal science and its vital role in agriculture.
Beef
Learn about raising, caring for, and managing beef cattle. You may choose to begin this project with a bucket calf, or you can start with market or breeding beef. (Local Project Resources: Robert Weaber: bweaber@ksu.edu and Darrin Figge: figgebar5@gmail.com)
Dairy Cattle
Got milk? This project is for youth wanting to learn about raising, caring for, and managing dairy cattle. (Local Project Resources: Carmen D’Aloia: lazyd@bluevalley.net)
Dairy Goats
Did you know that more people around the world drink goat’s milk than cow’s milk? This project teaches members about raising, caring for, and managing dairy goats. (Local Project Resources: Carmen D’Aloia: lazyd@bluevalley.net)
Dog
This project is perfect for members who want to learn how to care for dogs and train them in basic or advanced commands. Any kind of dog may be used, except for dogs designed to conform to the American Kennel Club or other professional standards.
Horse
Learn the fundamentals of handling, caring for, and riding horses. (Local Project Resources: Kristie King: jnk_king@yahoo.com and Melissa Smith: horsenround88@gmail.com and Kassidy Smith: kassidy268@gmail.com)
Meat Goats
Learn how to select, raise, and care for a meat goat. (Local Project Resources: Rebecca Rookstool: rookstoollaw@gmail.com and Bill Disberger: bill@kscrossroads.com)
Pets
Whether you love fish, hamsters, cats, or other pets, these projects can help you learn more about your household friends and what different pet species need to stay healthy.
Poultry
The poultry project teaches members about chickens and other poultry. (Local Project Resources: Marcia Hermesch: hermeschfamily@aol.com and Cody Pennington: penningtoncp8@gmail.com)
Rabbits
Learn to raise, care for, and show rabbits while exploring breeds, anatomy, feeding, grooming, and caring for newborns. (Local Project Resources: Melissa Green: and Marcia Hermesch: hermeschfamily@aol.com and Kaylynn SinghDhillon: singhdhillon1@yahoo.com)
Sheep
This is a great opportunity to dive into the sheep industry. Members will learn to manage, raise, and care for a market or breeding lamb. (Local Project Resources: Rebecca Rookstool: rookstoollaw@gmail.com and Bill Disberger: bill@kscrossroads.com)
Swine
The swine project teaches members to select, manage, and show swine. (Local Project Resources: Kade Hummel: kadehummel00@gmail.com and Alvin Stutzman: astutzman1982@gmail.com and Joel DeRouchey: jderouch@ksu.edu)
Veterinary Science
The 4-H Veterinary Science project provides an excellent way for young people who care for animals and may want to follow a career in veterinary medicine to explore the topic. In this project, members will learn about animal health, behavior, and visit with veterinarians.