Youth Groups

Many young agriculturalists in Texas are already in the production of meat products through exhibiting market steers, swine, sheep, and goats at junior livestock competitions. Through participation in judging contests and other leadership contests, agents, leaders, and youth learn valid, science-based information to consider when evaluating and making decisions, as well as learning proper meat storage and handling procedures. Education of youth will provide future Texans with knowledge and expertise to purchase safe, nutritious meat products. It will also give future agricultural and food industry leaders a broader view of the livestock industry.

2005 American Royal National 4-H Contest Results (press release as a PDF file) 2004 American Royal National 4-H Contest Results (press release as a PDF file) 2004 National Western 4-H Roundup Contest Results (press release as a PDF file)

For questions about 4-H meat judging contests, contact Dan Hale, 4-H Meat Judging Contest Coordinator, Department of Animal Science 2471 TAMU-129 Kleberg Texas A&M University College Station, TX 77843-2471 Phone: 979-845-0435 Fax: 979-845-9454 email: dhale@tamu.edu


2005 American Royal National 4-H Contest Results (press release as a PDF file)

2004 American Royal National 4-H Contest Results (press release as a PDF file)	2004 National Western 4-H Roundup Contest Results (press release as a PDF file)