4-H Livestock Skillathon

Two young people participate in a livestock skillathon identifying various cuts of meat displayed on tables. A green 4-H clover is in the bottom left corner.
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Location
Susnig Center
Event Fee
$5.00
County
Christian
Jersey
Macoupin
Montgomery
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Join us to test your knowledge of all things livestock! Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, and Montgomery County 4-H programs are excited to host the 2026 4-H Livestock Skillathon Contest. This contest will give youth the opportunity to showcase their knowledge and skills in various aspects of livestock management.

Age Divisions:
Youth can participate as individuals and as teams. Select age division options below. Age divisions are based on 4-H age which is a youth's age as of September 1, 2025. Two age divisions: Senior 14-18 years and Junior 8-13 years.

Banners will be awarded to the top five individuals in each division and the top three teams in each division.

What You'll Do
Join us for a morning of hands-on, engaging activities, including:
  • Livestock knowledge quizzes
  • Practical judging exercises
  • Identification of breeds, feeds, equipment, retail meat cuts, and hay

What to Bring
  • Pencil
  • Clipboard

Register by March 5.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact
Jessica Jaffry
Keywords
4-H
Youth Development
Livestock
Program Areas
4-H Youth Development

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