Resources

Swine Showmanship Guide

Published on April 30, 2026
The main objective of swine showmanship is to demonstrate skill, control, and knowledge by confidently guiding the pig, keeping it visible to the judge, maintaining good posture, and showing respect for the animal.
Sportsmanship and Competitive Event Resources

Published on August 19, 2025
Exhibiting good sportsmanship is not just for youth 4-H members – it applies to everyone involved, including volunteers, parents, leaders and others.
Financial Manual for 4-H Volunteers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to financial accountability for 4-H volunteers.
Financial Manual for 4-H Treasurers

Published on August 1, 2024
A guide to managing money wisely for 4-H treasurers.
Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio (4H1192)

Published on November 9, 2022
The Michigan 4-H Member's Personal Portfolio is designed to help 4-H members keep track of all of the things they have done and learned in 4-H over the course of their 4-H careers.
Industry Collaborations Led by MSU Extension Focus on Preparedness for Michigan's Animal Agriculture Industry

Published on May 12, 2022
With contributions of more than $104.7 billion annually to our state’s economy, agriculture is one of Michigan’s most important and productive industries.
2022 Michigan 4-H Skillathon Contest Results

Published on April 12, 2022
2022 results for the Michigan 4-H Skillathon
2022 Michigan 4-H Skillathon Contest Results

Published on April 12, 2022
2022 results for the Michigan 4-H Skillathon
Biosecurity Practices for One-Day Livestock Shows

Published on November 30, 2021
Guidelines to help make sure your animals stay in good health during one-day prospect shows, jackpots and other livestock exhibitions.
Food Preparation and Service Career Pathway Map

Published on June 24, 2021
This career pathway map illustrates how workers might advance to higher-skill, higher-paid jobs in the food preparation and service subsector.