Developing Life Skills
Hands-on learning is one of the biggest benefits of 4-H. "One of the slogans that I like to use is that 4-H is more than just cows and cookies, we have something for everybody," reports Becca Tuller, who is with…
Articles tagged under: National 4-H Week
Hamby: 4-H’ers Inspire Confidence in Nation’s Future
National 4-H Week celebrates a program that continues to develop the next generation of leaders. USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Director Jaye Hamby said 4-H members gives him hope about the future. “Every time I visit a land grant…
4-H Week: A Lesson in Leadership
Bryn Jacobson is a 4-H ambassador for Norman County 4-H and a member of the Super Sewers 4-H Club. "I like to find projects that challenge me." A crop production project focusing on corn fit that bill. In 2025, Jacobson…
Strengthening Youth Leadership in 4-H
Over 42,000 youth are actively engaged in Minnesota 4-H. National 4-H week kicks off the beginning of the program year. “If families are interested in helping their young person in their family to become a stronger leader and a civically…
A 4-H Journey
Ramsey County 4-H member Mathea Nelson is a North Dakota 4-H State Ambassador this year. Nelson will help with activities such as the state fair, the Extension Youth Conference and retreats while still being involved in her local 4-H events.“No…
Growing 4-H for the Future
The National 4-H Council plans to increase the impact of 4-H from six million to ten million young people by 2030. “We see a unique opportunity with having educators and mentors in every county to reach down to that last…
Making the Best Better
North Dakota 4-H State Ambassador Savanna Lebrun gives credit to the Ramsey Country Extension Agents for her growth into leadership roles within 4-H. “I’ve learned anything from courtroom parliamentary procedures and laws to county laws and how the county government…
4-H: Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience
Breckin Anderson is a Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador from Wilkin County who has been heavily involved in the organization. His involvement has led him to to the National 4-H Congress event in Georgia. “You meet with other states and figure…
Celebrating 4-H: Service & Fun!
The 4-H programs across North Dakota have special activities underway for this week's celebration. “We always kick off 4-H Week with a pancake breakfast, our 4-Hers love to serve the community,” says Sara Laite, Ramsey County Extension agent. "Other activities…
Roots Run Deep
From starting 4-H at nine years old to watching his grandkids participate, farm management analyst Kent Thiesse has never known a life without this youth program. “4-H has always been 'learn by doing' and that’s what it’s all about. There’s…
