4-Hers with Swine 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 swine project opportunities

4-H Swine Opportunities:

• Parish, District, State, and National Stock Shows
• Premier Exhibitor Contest
• Livestock Judging at 4-H University
• Showing, Grooming and Judging Clinics
• 4-H Record Book
• State Pork Association Opportunities
• Pork Quality Assurance Certification

Supplemental Resources:

• Home visit checklist
• Project description
• Quick reference guide
• The Basics of Nutrition for Your Livestock Project
• The Finishing Stage: Feeding out Livestock Projects After Their Last Show