​The 4-H swine program is part of the animal science project. The program will help you learn about the selection, production, breeding and management of swine. If you have already signed up for this 4-H project, come on in and get started. If you haven't signed up yet, contact your county 4-H office and become a member today. So, get ready to have fun and learn a lot as you participate in your project.
 
 

Project Plan

   Create a project plan and record your project successes.

Project Outcomes
    Advanced: 6-9 years in Project​ (W 825-C)​​
 
Activity Sheets
    Beginning (W112)
  
Information for Project Leaders


Project Events and Activities (Regional, State, and National)

 
Additional Resources
Follow the links below to find some great on-line resources for your project. Surf around and see what you can learn!
    UT Animal Science Department 4-H Swine
    Breeds of Swine
    Livestock E-quiz (University of Illinois Extension)
    Swine Info From the 4-H Program in California
   "Life on a Pig Farm" (Michigan Department of Agriculture)
    USDA for Kids
    FirstGov for Kids
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Service Project Ideas​


• Plan and conduct a swine showmanship clinic for younger members.


• Arrange questions and hold a swine quiz bowl.


• Organize a judging clinic.


• Volunteer your baby pig for ag-in-the-classroom at school.


• Volunteer to help at the county livestock judging event at the swine station.

 

 

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