Ryan Littlejohn is the 4-H Program Coordinator for the University of Illinois Extension in Wayne County. He is a 3rd Generation 4-H Member, a Kansas 4-H alumni. He has an extensive background in agriculture and working with volunteers. Born and raised in Kansas, Ryan was an active member of Harvey County 4-H in Large Animal Livestock, General Projects and Leadership and was also involved in programs and held roles at the local and state level of 4-H. Ryan has served as a Project Leader, Superintendent, Fair Board Member, and Livestock Judging Team Coach.

Ryan lives in Olney, IL with his wife Hallie who is a native of Wayne County, IL. Together they help run Anderson Farms with Hallie’s Family. Ryan and Hallie met at Kansas State University while studying Animal Science and have both been heavily involved in Kansas and Illinois 4-H.

Ryan is ecstatic to be working with youth and volunteers in Wayne County and hopes to bring new ideas and programing to the county. Anyone interested in participating in the 4-H program as a member or volunteer can contact Ryan at the University of Illinois Extension Office by calling at (618) 842-3702, or emailing him at rclittle@illinois.edu.