4-H Agriculture & Livestock

In the Agriculture and Livestock project area, youth have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in animal science, horticulture, and agricultural literacy. With projects involving the raising and showing of livestock and dogs, veterinary care for animals, and gardening or horticulture, there is a project for everyone.

Related Departments: Agricultural EconomicsAgricultural Leadership, Education and CommunicationsAnimal Science

4-h members evaluating wool

Texas 4-H Dog Care & Training 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. 

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4-H Agriculture & Livestock

Programs

We offer numerous free and affordable programs on agriculture and natural resources, family and community health, economic health and youth development. We also offer many volunteer opportunities. Browse the list below.
Program

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.

Program

Texas 4-H Youth Ambassador program is for high school 4-H members looking to develop and practice advanced skills in a variety of 4-H program areas.

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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
  • Program

    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.

    Kids leading cows 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

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