MSU Extension 4-H Sheep Production & Management

Resources

• U.P. State Fair Market Livestock Record Book -Beginner

  Published on May 17, 2026
  For Beef exhibitors 8-11 years of age as of January 1 of the fair year For Sheep, Swine, Meat Goat exhibitors 8-10 years of age as of January 1 of the fair year

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  Manure Management for Fairs and Exhibitions

  Published on May 14, 2026
  A guide to planning for manure management at fairs and expos that gets used and is environmentally responsible.

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  Sheep Showmanship Guide

  Published on April 30, 2026
  The main objective of sheep showmanship is to demonstrate skill, control, and knowledge by confidently guiding the sheep, maintaining control of the animal, and keeping it properly set up.

• 2026 U.P. Market Livestock Record Book- Senior (17-20)

  Published on January 21, 2026
  For exhibitors 17-20 years of age as of January 1 of the fair year.

• 2026 U.P. State Fair Market Livestock Record Book- Intermediate (14-16)

  Published on January 21, 2026
  For exhibitors 14-16 years of age

• 2026 U.P. State Fair Market Rabbit Livestock Record Book- Beginner (Ages 8-10)

  Published on January 21, 2026
  For livestock exhibitors 8-10years of age as of January 1 of the fair year.

• 2026 U.P. State Fair Market Livestock Record Book- Beginner (Ages 8-10)

  Published on January 21, 2026
  For livestock exhibitors 8-10years of age as of January 1 of the fair year.

• Sportsmanship and Competitive Event Resources

  Published on August 19, 2025
  Exhibiting good sportsmanship is not just for youth 4-H members – it applies to everyone involved, including volunteers, parents, leaders and others.

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  Financial Manual for 4-H Volunteers

  Published on August 1, 2024
  A guide to financial accountability for 4-H volunteers.

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  Financial Manual for 4-H Treasurers

  Published on August 1, 2024
  A guide to managing money wisely for 4-H treasurers.