State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest

Youth with clipboards evaluate meat cuts.
Event Date(s)
Location
University of Illinois Meat Science Lab

Save the date!

Mark your calendars for Friday, March 6, 2026 for the 2026 Illinois State 4-H Meat Judging & Identification Contest!

  • University of Illinois Meat Science Lab
  • 10:00 a.m.
  • Urbana, Illinois

This contest will determine the Illinois team advancing to nationals in Manhattan, Kansas, in October 2026. Open to youth ages 8 -18 with junior and senior divisions available based on age eligibility. More details, including how to register, coming soon—stay tuned!

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact