Texas 4-H Dairy Cattle Project

Type
Project

Overview

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

Contact

Dottie Goebel
AgriLife Extension Program Specialist
Address: 1470 William D. Fitch Parkway
College Station, TX 77845

M-F 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Dairy project participants can demonstrate their knowledge and abilities at dairy cattle shows from the local to national level, in public speaking contests and in dairy cattle judging.
You will explore all areas of the industry such as animal husbandry, livestock selection, health, and care. You can also compete with beef cattle at local, county, state, and national cattle shows.

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