Did you know that swine is a fancy name for pigs? The 4-H swine project is one of the largest projects in the state and is a fun way to raise market or breeding animals. You can get involved in competitions and shows. This project is a great way to learn about swine and make friends.
You will experience the full process of selecting, feeding, breeding, and promoting swine. You will also learn public speaking, leadership, and community service through various opportunities related to the swine project.
Livestock Judging
Grade 6-12
Livestock Judging is a great way to learn decision making and public speaking and is at most major stock shows. Judging guidelines are found on the Texas A&M Animal Science department for breeding swine and evaluating swine. Livestock judging starts on the district level and progresses to the state level at 4-H Roundup. To enter a district livestock judging show sign up at 4-H Connect.
Grades
- Junior – 3-5
- Intermediate – 6-8
- Senior – 9-12
Quiz bowls start on the district level of 4-H and progress to the 4-H Roundup each year. These contests will help you learn more about swine while competing on the district and state level.
Skillathon
Ages
- Junior – 3-5
- Intermediate – 6-8
- Senior – 9-12
This is a great way to showcase all of the swine knowledge that you gained throughout the project. This contest covers an array of topics and encourages you to really stretch your hard-earned information. Content for this competition can be found on the Department of Animal Sciences site.