10 Ways to Celebrate National 4-H Week

For over 100 years, 4-H has inspired families, shaped careers, and impacted communities. On October 6 through 12, we will celebrate the impact of 4-H during National 4-H Week. Here...

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with skills to lead for a lifetime In 4-H, we believe in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. We are America's largest youth development organization - empowering nearly six million young people across the U.S.

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Fueling Your Young Athlete

Summer is here, and your young athlete is likely showing no signs of slowing down. While their natural inclination for physical activity is a slam dunk for long-term health, the potential lack of structure brought on by summer means parents and caregivers will want to stay tuned-in to how their children are fueling their bodies.

Packing Meals and Snacks for Student Athletes

Student athletes lead hectic lives, often juggling practices before and after school, along with traveling long distances for games or meets, sometimes returning home late at night. Providing balanced and appealing meals and snacks that fulfill their nutritional needs can be a challenge.

Planning Your Garden Pruning

Proper timing is one of the most important considerations for successful pruning. Getting the timing right helps ensure attractive, healthy, productive plants. Research has shown pruning wounds heal fastest when the cuts are made right before new growth begins. This knowledge guides pruning recommendations, with the goal of promoting fast wound closure and keeping plants...

Getting Started on Next Year's Garden - Plant Propagation With Stem Cuttings

It's hard to believe while we endure 90+ degree temperatures, that fall and winter are coming. But before your garden gets too far down the road toward fall, take a moment and decide if there are any plants you would like to propagate for next year's garden.

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Reviewing Cow-Calf Share and Cash Lease Agreements

The trend in cattle prices over the last year has been up and down with a general trend toward the upside. These changes in market values and higher interest rates are having an impact on beef cow share and cash lease agreements in determining what is "fair" to both cow owners and those who are leasing the cows.

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Getting started with on-farm research doesn't have to be hard and the data you collect can benefit your operation for years to come! Check out the resources below for tips, tools, and ready to implement on-farm research plans.

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