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
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.
Swine Showmanship Guide

Published on April 30, 2026
The main objective of swine showmanship is to demonstrate skill, control, and knowledge by confidently guiding the pig, keeping it visible to the judge, maintaining good posture, and showing respect for the animal.
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.
Financial Manual for 4-H Volunteers

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

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to managing money wisely for 4-H treasurers.
Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio (4H1192)

Published on November 9, 2022
The Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio is designed to help 4-H members keep track of all of the things they have done and learned in 4-H over the course of their 4-H careers.
Industry Collaborations Led by MSU Extension Focus on Preparedness for Michigan's Animal Agriculture Industry

Published on May 12, 2022
With contributions of more than $104.7 billion annually to our state’s economy, agriculture is one of Michigan’s most important and productive industries.
2022 Michigan 4-H Skillathon Contest Results

Published on April 12, 2022
2022 results for the Michigan 4-H Skillathon
2022 Michigan 4-H Skillathon Contest Results

Published on April 12, 2022
2022 results for the Michigan 4-H Skillathon