Texas 4-H Sheep Project

Type
Project
Offered by
https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/asset-local/texas-4-h-agriculture-livestock-program/
two sheep in a pen

Overview

The sheep project teaches youth to care for live animals while learning about animal health and nutrition, breeding, selection, and marketing.

Contact

Dottie Goebel
Extension Program Specialist

In the 4-H sheep project, individuals learn decision-making, record keeping, responsibility, sportsmanship, and leadership. They may participate in market projects, breeding projects, and non-competitive projects.

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