4-Hers with Sheep and Goat Projects:

• Become familiar with how to apply animal science principles to live production
• Establish strong foundation of knowledge in breeding and management, nutrition and animal health
• Develop integrity, sportsmanship, decision-making capabilities and public speaking skills through participation in various sheep project opportunities

4-H Sheep and Goat Opportunities:

• Parish, District, State, National Shows
• Premier Exhibitor Contests
• 4-H Records Contest
• Educational Clinics and Camps
• North American International Livestock Expo Trip
• Louisiana Sheep Producers Association

Supplemental Resources:

• Home visit checklist
• Sheep Quick Reference Guide
• Sheep Project Description
• The Basics of Nutrition for Your Livestock Project
• The Finishing Stage: Feeding out Livestock Projects After Their Last Show