Events

State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl

The 2026 Dairy Quiz Bowl will be held March 7, 2026 - more info to come!

Get ready to compete in an academic-like quiz bowl while demonstrating your knowledge of the dairy…

2026 Spring Into Gardening Conference

The sixteenth-annual Spring Into Gardening Conference invites gardening enthusiasts and beginners alike to enjoy a day filled with expert advice, creative…

State 4-H Building a Better 4-H Poster Training

Big Ideas, Clear Displays! Building a Better 4-H Poster is happening March 18, 2026, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm via Zoom!

Ever wonder why some posters grab your attention right away? In this…

State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…

Land Leasing Basics

Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may only think about the lease itself once things go wrong. Prevent…

Gardening on a Budget

Starting a container garden can benefit your budget and be a fruitful hobby that satisfies your taste buds. Learn about…

State 4-H Horse Bowl, Horse Speaking, and Hippology Contests

Mark your calendars for April 18 – 19 for the 4-H state horse bowl, horse speaking & hippology contests to take place on UI campus in Champaign-Urbana.  As usual, hippology…

State 4-H Public Speaking Contest

4-H excels in preparing youth to speak confidently. The Illinois State 4-H Public Presentation Contest allows youth to highlight their exceptional presentation abilities in a…

State 4-H Poultry Judging Contest

Poultry Judging Contest 2026

IMPORTANT: We will continue to follow Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) guidance regarding poultry exhibitions as the contest date approaches. Please…

State 4-H Reel Adventure Family Fish Camp

Reel Adventure Family Fishing Camp was such a success last year we had to offer it again this year!

Do you have family members that love fishing or would like to…