Texas 4-H

Type
Program
Kids leading cows at a livestock show

Overview

Texas 4-H is part of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M University System. Founded in 1908, 4-H is the largest youth development program in Texas, reaching more than 550,000 youth each year.

Contact

Callie Cline
Extension Program Specialist
Address: 1470 William D Fitch Parkway
College Station, TX 77845

Texas 4-H is part of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M University System. Founded in 1908, 4-H is the largest youth development program in Texas, reaching more than 550,000 youth each year.

Youth join a club in their county and have the opportunity to put their knowledge to the test at county, district, state, and national contests if they choose. 4-H is supported by volunteers who assist county Extension agents in leading projects in the county. The Texas 4-H website houses information that helps direct these activities for agents in the county, educational resources for projects, statewide event pages, and more.

Agriculture & Livestock Program

From stock shows to beef, dairy, goats, dogs and cats, learn responsibility with animals.

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Family & Community Health Program

Be a star in the kitchen or a smart shopper - be a leader in your family.

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Leadership & Citizenship Program

Practice your public speaking skills, help your community, and become a better leader

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Natural Resources Program

Love being outside? Come learn about wildlife, forestry, shooting sports, water conservation and wildlife & fisheries.

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Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Program

Learn about robotics, computers, alternative energy, engineering, rocketry, theater, performance art and photography.

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  • Project

    The dairy cattle project is a great way to learn about the dairy industry and milk production, animal nutrition, health and reproduction.

  • Project

    Texas 4-H Homes for Horses connects 4-H youth with the opportunity to work towards solving the at-risk horse problem through education, outreach and adoption.

    College student leading a horse through a field
  • Project

    What is poultry? Chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese are just a few examples of poultry. This project teaches members production and marketing by managing projects.

    Teen showing a chicken at a livestock show
  • Project

    The Texas 4-H Beef Cattle Project allows youth to explore the various aspects of the cattle industry such as livestock selection, nutrition, and animal husbandry.

    4H students at livestock show
  • Project

    Many youth in Texas do not have the facilities, funds or interest in raising a traditional livestock project. However, there are 1.2 million households in the state that have youth under 18 years old and own a dog. Mixed breed or purebred, registered or not, all kinds of dogs are welcomed in the Texas 4-H Dog Care and Training Project.