October Newsletter

Kaufman Co 4-H News

Council News

Council Meeting – NOW ON SUNDAYS!!

The next 4-H Council Meeting will be October 17th, at 2:00 pm at the Extension office.

Tractor Supply Paper Clover Week – Oct 6-16^th

In October the Terrell Tractor Supply Company is selling paper clovers to help raise money for the leadership programs in Kaufman County 4-H.

Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States—in partnership with National 4-H Council—today announced its annual Spring Paper Clover fundraiser has raised a total of $718,852 benefitting 4-H communities across the country. During the 12-day fundraiser, Tractor Supply customers and Team Members donated by purchasing a paper clover emblem to support educational programs and enriching leadership experiences, from camps to community projects.  So spread the word!! 

For Kaufman County 4-H, the only TSC store that we are partners with is the Terrell TSC.  So go visit them and buy some clovers for 4-H!!

And SSOOO Much More!!!  Check the Blog and the County Website for more opportunities!!!

New Enrollment for 2020-2021 4-H Year on 4-H Connect

Re-enrollment Started August 15^th for Re-Enrollment

All 4-H families, new and returning, are encouraged to log in and enroll to become an official 4-H member. November 1^st the $25 membership fee will go up to $30 so remember to enroll.  As you enroll in 4-H year for the year, here are some tips in using 4-H Connect:

·        If you already have a profile DO NOT re- create another one!

·        Make sure you are on the “V2” site. 

·        If you lost your email and password call the county Extension office. We can tell you your e-mail address and reset your password!

·        To be an official 4-H member in Texas 4-H you must have an ACTIVE profile in 4-H CONNECT!

·        An active membership will not be granted until the $25.00 participation fee is paid on 4-H Connect!

·        You cannot register for an event until your profile is ACTIVE!

·        When you are doing your re-enrollment for the 2021-2022 year please make sure you update your address, phone number, and email address.

·        Don’t wait until the last minute to enroll!

2022 Roundup Guide Now Available 

​​​For contest updates and details, make sure you download the 2022 roundup guide in preparation for contests in the upcoming 4-h year. Download the updated guide here.here.

Camps, Clinics, Workshops

Junior Leadership Retreat-November 8-10, 2021

Junior Leadership Retreat is the premiere youth teaching youth statewide leadership retreat for junior and intermediate level 4-H members!

When? November 8-10, 2013 at the Texas 4-H Conference Center in Brownwood

Deadline to Register is November 3

Cost? $115 for youth and $80 for Adult Chaperones. This includes two nights lodging in the dorms (bring your own linens), four meals, two evening snacks and all the program supplies.

Saturday there will be five concurrent educational workshops for participants: vet science, leadership, bullying and inclusion, the new “trashion show” and archery!

Club Communications

Club and Project Meetings

Robotics Project - Meets weekly on Friday nights. Location changes so please contact Mr. Dreher at txdrehers@gmail.com for more information on robotics team practices.

Kemp 4-H Club: Meets on the 1^st Thursday at the Kemp City Hall at 6:30 p.m.  Meetings begin in September. BUT this month due to State Fair Show schedule they are meeting on the 12th. 

Silver Spurs 4-H Horse Club: Meets on the 2^nd Tuesday in Crandall at 7:00 pm contact Ms. Hiser at hisers5@yahoo.com for location.

NEW DAY!!! Livestock 4-H Project Club: Meets on the 3^rd MONDAY at the county fairgrounds at 6:30 p.m.

NEW DAY!!! County 4-H Council – Meets on the 3^rd SUNDAY at the County Extension Office at 2:00 pm.  Two representatives need to attend from each club.

County Liners 4-H Club- Meets on the 4^th Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Terrell.

Shooting Sports 4-H Club: Meets monthly on set dates throughout the year. Contact Kelly Crawford at simmentalover@gmail.com

NEW CLUB!!!  Scurry-Rosser 4-H

Scurry Rosser 4-H Club -  Meets on the 3^rd Thursday at 6:30 pm monthly at the High School Cafeteria in Scurry.

Project Talk

 Galactic Quest Challenge Project!!

Tristan and Mick are hosting a great opportunity for Kaufman County 4-H’ers participating in the National 4-H 2021 STEM Challenge theme of space exploration which takes youth on an out-of-this world adventure and makes connections to the 4-H pillars—STEM, civic engagement, healthy living, and agriculture. The challenge activities allow youth to develop inquiry, observational, and problem-solving skills while they make discoveries and develop their STEM identities.

Galactic Quest is ideal for youth ages 8 to 14 years to spark an interest in STEM and inspire real-world actions. 

The first night is THIS Thursday of October!!!  Contact the Extension Office (469-376-4520).

NEW!!! Public Speaking Workshop Series!!

Starting on Thursday, September 9^th at 6:30 pm at the County Extension Office, Vicki and Eli Stecher will be hosting a Public Speaking Workshop.  This will be a monthly workshop up to the County Roundup in the Spring.  Come learn how to deal with the fear of talking in front of people, writing your speech and practicing in front of friends.

County Steer and Commercial Heifer Validation- November 2, 2021

County Steer and Commercial Heifer Validation will be held at Dr. Risinger Vet Clinic in Terrell, starting at 6:00 p.m.

 County commercial heifers have to be county bred so you will need to have proof of purchase from a county resident for their heifer also stating the date of birth if you are buying the heifer. If you raised the heifer(s) you will need the date of birth. No proof of purchase with this information – NO TAG IN.

IF you tagged in a steer in June, you still need to fill out the entry form. Livestock Show Information can be found on –

4-H Livestock Show Information | Kaufman (agrilife.org)

Spring Major Junior Market Broilers

Deadline for ordering birds is October 8, 2021.  The rules and procedures for the 2022 Houston Livestock Show 

and Rodeo, San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo and Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo Junior Market Broiler divisions are now available at http://posc.tamu.edu  click on youth programs. If you have any questions contact the Extension office at 469-376-4520 or email cl-sharp@tamu.edu

Christmas Card Art Contest

The Texas 4-H Foundation is excited to announce that we are now accepting submissions for the 3^rd Annual Christmas Card Design Contest! This contest is open to all Texas 4-H members, including Clover Kids! Please click here to download the entry form and see the rules and guidelines. Entries will be accepted now through October 25, 2021. 

Vet Science Day Camps

The Veterinary Science Certificate Program would like to announce 2 new day camps coming up October 14 and November 19^th. The October day camp is designed for students ages 14-18 that would like to gain experience in various parts of veterinary science. Participants will learn general vet science skills and potentially have those skills signed off by a veterinarian. We will have a mock contest over breeds and instruments to finish off our day. The November camp is designed for students 11- 13 years old. These participants will learn about the Veterinary Science Certificate program as a whole as well as skills designed to get them ready to enter the vet clinic. We can’t wait to help broaden the knowledge of students studying in the animal science and agriculture industry. Registration will open next week so be looking out for the links. For any questions you can contact Tyler Vogel at tyler.vogel@ag.tamu.edu or 806-679-3980

http://weblink.donorperfect.com/vetscienceoctober

http://weblink.donorperfect.com/vetsciencenovember

State and District Photography Contests

Theme for this years photography contests is “ My Hometown”.  Show what is special, iconic, unique, or even quirky about your hometown. Capture what makes it exceptional, historic, fun, or simply the best place to grow up. Examples: statue, an old home, cityscape, natural area, town square, the barber shop, etc.

District IV Contest Updates

Updated contest guides are starting to be posted to https://texas4-h.tamu.edu/events/roundup/   Please review all information thoroughly. Some contest has minor changes this year as noted in specific contest rules and guidelines.  The 2021 State 4-H Roundup Contest guide is up on the state 4-H Site. Google Texas 4-H Roundup and it take you to the page.

Livestock Project Information Sheet

The LPIS for the 4-H livestock projects is due by October 23, 2021, in the county Extension office.  These must be completed to be placed on the eligible livestock project list. LPIS form is included in this newsletter and on the website.

Major stock show update packets are available in the county extension office.  Many changes in dates, eligibility, validation, and ownership dates are posted.  Check with the Extension office or with the stock show websites for more information.

SPRING Major Show Validations for Heifers, Market Goat/Lamb, Breeding Sheep, Breeding Goats, Wether Dam, Wether Does.

Single Validation Tag and New Validation Forms for sheep and goats.

·     Breeding Sheep and Goat registration papers will be uploaded to the validation website by county validation chairman and must be present at validation.

·     MARKET LAMBS AND MARKET GOATS VALIDATED FOR THE 2021 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS WILL HAVE TO BE RE-VALIDATED FOR THE 2022 SPRING/WINTER MAJOR SHOWS. STATE FAIR OF TEXAS LAMB AND GOAT VALIDATION TAGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE SPRING/WINTER MAJOR SHOWS. 

·    OFFICIAL VALIDATION AND TAGGING FOR 4-H MEMBERS WILL TAKE PLACE IN KAUFMAN COUNTY: OCTOBER 18th at the Livestock Showgrounds before the meeting – 4:30 – 6:30

 

Texas Lamb Breeders Association (TLBA) tag numbers MUST be in the lamb’s ear and be recorded on the validation form at validation and be on the form at the time they are submitted. NO TLBA tag numbers will be added to the validation forms after the forms are submitted to the Sheep and Goat Validation of Texas program. Market lambs must have a GREEN TLBA tag to be eligible to compete in the San Angelo Stock Show or receive TLBA recognition at other major shows. Wether dams must have a BLUE TLBA ewe lamb tag to be eligible to compete in the San Angelo Wether Dam Show.

Spring Stock Show Updates

For the spring stock shows the dates and updates for each show is posted online at http://kaufman-tx.tamu.edu As show information or entry information comes available, we will post it on that website.  If you are entering a show you are responsible for knowing your schedules for your shows.

ALL FORT WORTH LIVESTOCK SHOW ENTRIES ARE DUE IN THE OFFICE NOVEMBER 5TH.  ALL ENTRIES WILL NEED THE NEW QUALITY COUNTS NUMBER.

FOR San Antonio, Houston, San Angelo, and Austin are due on November 17th.

Houston Jr Livestock Show Archery Contest OR any contest that has entry limit are done on a “first come first serve” to the show.

This year the archery contest is only open to the first 60 PAID entries for the contest.  Entries open December 1^st.  ALL PAPERWORK FOR THE ENTRY MUST BE IN THE OFFICE NOVEMBER 2nd AND PAID FOR.

 

THESE DATES ARE THE DATES TO HAVE YOUR ENTRIES TO THE EXTENSION OFFICE – NO MATTER THE DATE ON THE ENTRY SHEET FOR THE SHOW!!!!!!!  

DUE TO A TIGHT SCHEDULE I WLL NOT BE ACCEPTING ENTRIES AFTER THESE DEADLINES.

AGAIN - NO MATTER WHAT THE DEADLINE DATES ARE FOR THE SHOWS

Helpful 4-H Websites

http://kaufman-tx.tamu.edu      

http://texas4-h.tamu.edu

http://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

http://d44-h.tamu.edu

http://kaufman4hcouncil.blogspot.com

Upcoming Events

 

Thursday, October 7

 National 4-H Week

 TSC Paper Clover event

6:00pm

 Galactic Quest Challenge Project meeting

6:30pm

 Kemp 4-H

Saturday, October 9

 National 4-H Week

 TSC Paper Clover event

 Texas 1 Day 4-H

Tuesday, October 12

 TSC Paper Clover event

7:00pm

 Horse Project 4-H Club

Wednesday, October 13

 TSC Paper Clover event

 DL D4 Food Challenge Entry

Thursday, October 14

 TSC Paper Clover event

6:00pm

 Public Speaking Project meeting

Sunday, October 17

 TSC Paper Clover event

2:00pm

 Youth Council Meeting

Monday, October 18

6:30pm

 Livestock Project Meeting & Validation for 4-H

Tuesday, October 19

6:00pm

 County Hay Show

Thursday, October 21

6:00pm

 Galactic Quest Challenge Project meeting

6:30pm

 Scurry Rosser 4-H Club

Tuesday, October 26

6:30pm

 Co Liners 4-H Meeting

Friday, October 29

 D4 4-H Food Challenge

Saturday, October 30

 4-H Rabbit Show

Monday, November 1

 DL Prog Plans online

Wednesday, November 3

 DL D4 Horse Judging Clinic Reg

 DL D4 Horse Judging Contest

Thursday, November 4

6:00pm

Galactic Quest Challenge Project meeting

6:30pm

 Kemp 4-H

Friday, November 5

 Ft Worth show entry DL

8:00am

 4-H- packing Xmas boxes

6:00pm

 Archery Practice

Tuesday, November 9

7:00pm

 Horse Project 4-H Club

Wednesday, November 10

 DL D4 Youth & Leaders Conf Reg

 DL youth & vol conf reg

Thursday, November 11

6:00pm

 Public Speaking Project meeting

Friday, November 12-14

 Jr Leader Retreat

Livestock Spring Validation for Majors and County Fair

 SPRING Major Show Validations for Heifers, Market Goat/Lamb, Breeding Sheep, Breeding Goats, Wether Dam, Wether Does. for Kaufman County 4-H will be the 18th just before the livestock club meeting. 

Single Validation Tag and New Validation Forms for sheep and goats.

·     Breeding Sheep and Goat registration papers will be uploaded to the validation website by county validation chairman and must be present at validation.

·     MARKET LAMBS AND MARKET GOATS VALIDATED FOR THE 2021 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS WILL HAVE TO BE RE-VALIDATED FOR THE 2022 SPRING/WINTER MAJOR SHOWS. STATE FAIR OF TEXAS LAMB AND GOAT VALIDATION TAGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE SPRING/WINTER MAJOR SHOWS. 

·    OFFICIAL VALIDATION AND TAGGING FOR 4-H MEMBERS WILL TAKE PLACE IN KAUFMAN COUNTY: OCTOBER 18th at the Livestock Showgrounds before the meeting – 4:30 – 6:30

 

Texas Lamb Breeders Association (TLBA) tag numbers MUST be in the lamb’s ear and be recorded on the validation form at validation and be on the form at the time they are submitted. NO TLBA tag numbers will be added to the validation forms after the forms are submitted to the Sheep and Goat Validation of Texas program. Market lambs must have a GREEN TLBA tag to be eligible to compete in the San Angelo Stock Show or receive TLBA recognition at other major shows. Wether dams must have a BLUE TLBA ewe lamb tag to be eligible to compete in the San Angelo Wether Dam Show.

If you have your county projects that are not going to the majors and want to get them validated at the same time please contact Carrie at cl-sharp@tamu.edu 

2022 Spring Major Validation Orders are due by August 30th!!!

 Just a reminder, I need orders by August 30th to be able to order the $15.00 tags. After August 31^st they go to $25.00

I have updated the online order form.  PLEASE use this form.  Do not call the office.  We end up getting orders crossed and I end up paying for tags that were not needed.  If you have a problem with the online system please let me know, Carrie Sharp – cl-sharp@tamu.edu.  Below is the direct link to the site.

https://kaufman.agrilife.org/event-registrations/2021-spring-major-show-validation-tag-order-information/

We are looking forward to another successful season of validation this October.  We are in a new cycle for ordering for heifers, Market Lambs, Market Goats, Wether Dams, Wether Does, Breeding Sheep and Breeding Goats, intending to show at 2022 Spring majors. Of course, heifers that were previously validated do not need to be re-validated, unless they changed breed or ownership. In addition to Breeding Sheep and Breeding Does that were validated in June of 2021.

HEIFERS

I have included links to all of the new documents, including: 2021-2022 Texas 4-H/FFA Livestock Program Ethics Policy, the updated October heifer validation guidelines, as well as other forms that have been slightly revised for this season. Not much has changed, but we do want to bring special attention to the Ethics Policy and changes/processes included in that important document. I have outlined all of the documents below to help you get a feel for what’s most important. Please check these out and become familiar with updated rules/forms. 

Also, please see note below regarding uploading heifer registration papers early. This is highly recommended if you are validating heifers.

Documents:

• NEW RESOURCE - Heifer Dates of Eligibility: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2021-2022-Texas-4-HFFA-Livestock-Program-Breeding-Heifer-Dates-of-EligibilityFINALFall.pdf
• This document is useful in determining which dates on different breed registration papers are used for eligibility. All papers dated after November 1, 2021 will be ineligible for this validation season.
• 2021-2022 Texas 4-H and FFA Livestock Program Ethics Policy: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-2022-Ethics-Policy-FINAL-4721-2.pdf
• NEW: Page 3 Signature Acknowledgement Page. This is a new addition to the Policy this year.
• This page was added to help allow families to keep Pages 1 and 2 for reference throughout the year.
• This will also allow you to only keep and return Page 3 with all signatures and the address for the physical location the livestock will be kept.
• The signatures obtained on Page 3 confirm all signing parties have read and understand Pages 1-3.
• Please thoroughly read Rule #3 and Rule #4. These are typically the rules with the most questions and concerns.
• Of course, we ask you also familiarize yourself with minor edits throughout the document as well. 
• There is also a Spanish translated version of the Ethics Policy to use as needed. https://texasyouthlivestock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Translated-Ethics-Policy-2020MW1070307_Ethics-Policy_SP2.pdf
• Rule #3 Approval Form - *Important: action needed when livestock leaves care of exhibitor, parent/guardian, or CEA/AST*
• This form and approval process was new last year. However, there is still room for improvement on utilizing this form. Please familiarize yourself with the process, intent and importance of this document.
• Form can be found here: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Rule-3-Approval-Form-4.14.20.pdf
• Informational video: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/cattle-validation/
• Heifer Show Guide: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Heifer-Show-Guide.pdf
• This document is used to assist in determining eligibility of heifers for each breed categories for shows this year. This is subject to change, please check show rules.

GOATS AND SHEEP

 Reminders

·         Validation Fee for all Sheep and Goats.

o    $15 per head August 1 – August 31.

o    $25 per head September 1 – October 25.

o    Payment will be due at the time of invoicing, not ordering. Invoices will be sent in September for orders placed on or before the deadline. Late orders will be invoiced as they arrive. Please send payment with the invoice for each ordering period.

·         Single Validation Tag and Validation forms for sheep and goats.

o    All Market Lambs, Market Goats, Breeding Sheep, Wether Dams, Breeding Goats, and Wether Does will use the same RFID validation tag.

o   All Market Lambs, Market Goats, Breeding Sheep, Wether Dams, Breeding Goats, and Wether Does will be on the same form.

o    Breeding Sheep and Goat registration papers will be uploaded to the validation website by the county validation chairman.

o    Beginning June 1, 2021, registered breeding sheep, registered breeding goats, wether/commercial dams, and wether/commercial does will have 3 total years of eligibility UNLESS A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP TAKES PLACE.  Breeding animals validated for State Fair in June do not have to be revalidated for major shows.  Put plainly- if you validate for State Fair during the June 2021 validation period, your validation will be eligible until June 2024, unless a change of ownership occurs during that time- then you must re-validate.

o    All sheep and goats are eligible for family validation.  Registered sheep and goats can family validate if the registration papers have all exhibitors full names listed as owners.  Registration paper ownership will determine the exhibitors eligible to show that project.

MARKET LAMBS AND GOATS VALIDATED FOR THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS MUST BE REVALIDATED FOR THE 2021-2022 SPRING/WINTER MAJOR SHOWS. STATE FAIR OF TEXAS MARKET LAMB AND GOAT VALIDATION TAGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE MAJOR SHOWS.

Texas Lamb Breeders Association (TLBA) and Texas Goat Breeders Association (TGBA) tag numbers MUST be in the animal’s ear and  be  recorded  on  the  validation form at validation. NO TLBA or TGBA tag numbers will be added to the validation forms after the forms are submitted to the Sheep and Goat Validation of Texas program. Market lambs and wether does must have a TLBA tag to be eligible to compete in the San Angelo Stock Show.

I have updated the online order form.  PLEASE use this form.  Do not call the office.  We end up getting order crossed and I end up paying for tags that were not needed.  If you have a problem with the online system please let me know, Carrie Sharp – cl-sharp@tamu.edu.  Below is the direct link to the site.

https://kaufman.agrilife.org/event-registrations/2021-spring-major-show-validation-tag-order-information/

May Newsletter

Council News

Council Meeting

The next 4-H Council Meeting will be held Tuesday, May 18th, at the Kaufman County Extension Office at 6:30 pm. This will be Nomination Night for the elections for the 2020-2021 Council Officers.  So it will be really important that each club is represented.  If you are unsure who your reps are please contact Carrie at the extension office. 

Elections will be June 13^th at 1 PM.

Record Books – Deadline June 11th

Project Record are due June 11^th to the County Extension office.  Information and help guides can be found on:  http://texas4-h.tamu.edu/recordbooks/

For record books to be considered for district competition they need to be turned in by the Deadline.

And SSOOO Much More!!!  Check the Blog and the County Website for more opportunities!!!

Camps, Clinics, Workshops

Multi County Camp – July 5-7

Planning for the Multi County Camp in Lone Star, Texas is once again started.  This year a full three days of fun are centered on the Theme – “Explore 4-H.”  Come have fun with 4-H’ers from 6 other District IV counties.  4-H’ers from 8 yrs and in 3^rd Grade to 18 Yrs old has fun at the Lake front camp. Registration is $120.00 for 3 days and 2 nights of fun and activities.  (Registration is Due May 31st.)

District ULTRA Leadership Camp 2021 – July 12-14th

This year’s District Leadership Camp will be held on July 12-14th, at Lakeview Baptist Church Camp, Lone Star Texas.  It will be 2.5 days of fun and excitement!! Hold these dates and look for more information to come!!! Deadline to register is June 7th on 4H Connect.

Texas Farm Bureau Youth Success Series

Texas youth can expect the best in life by holding themselves to the highest standards, and Texas Farm Bureau can help students travel the road of excellence. Kaufman County 4-H Will be hosting these virtual trainings at the extension office in June.  So you can come participate IN PERSON with other youth taking the program activities.  If you would like to know more about how to sign up and the dates to participate, just email back! 

Through our new Student Success Series, students in 8th through 12th grade can learn more about leadership, networking and personal professionalism this summer.

There are four experiences for students to participate in:

• Jumpstart: Virtual event for 8th grade students
• Activate: Virtual event for 9th grade students
• Engage: In-person district meetings for 10th grade students
• Thrive: Virtual event for 11th and 12th grade students

We are working on dates to host at the County Extension Office in June BUT you HAVE to get signed up May 21^st at http://txfb.us/StudentSuccessSeries

Project Talk

Kaufman Co 4-H Horse Club Hosts TAMU Horsemanship – June 10-11^th

If you and your horse want to improve your team work then the TAMU Horsemanship clinic is GREAT for you!!  The clinic will be held at the Legends Horse Ranch in Kaufman.  The Two day clinic is full of opportunities to work on areas to improve your horsemanship.  The cost for the 2 days is ONLY $150 and that includes 2 lunches and snack breaks. For more information contact Carrie Sharp cl-sharp@tamu.edu she will put you in touch with the horse club leaders Amy Wolfe or Dianne Hiser.

2021 State Fair of Texas Lamb/Goat Validation

If you bought a tag for the State Fair Market Goat and Lamb shows we will be tagging on June 22^nd at the Mabank FFA Barn starting at 5 pm and June 29th at the Kaufman County at 3 pm.

ALSO - The State Fair of Texas is requiring validation for registered breeding sheep, registered breeding goats, wether/commercial dams, and wether/commercial does.

2021 State Steer Tag In – June 22 and 24^th 

Major Steer Tag In will be held on June 22^nd  at the Mabank FFA Barn starting at 5 pm.  Dr. Risinger’s Vet Clinic in Terrell on June 24th , at 6:30 p.m. Please Do Not arrive before 6:30 p.m.

2021 Fall Show Heifer Validation

Fall Show Heifer Validation is for any fall junior heifer shows.  We will be validating on June 22^nd  at the Mabank FFA Barn at 5 p.m. and June 29^th at the County Fair Grounds at 3 pm.

 THE 29^th  VALIDATION ARE FOR HALTER BROKE HEIFERS ONLY!! IF YOUR HEIFER IS NOT HALTER BROKE BRING THEM TO THE JUNE 22^nd at Mabank FFA or the  24^TH STEER VALIDATION AT RISINGER VET CLINIC. 

We are verifying ownership, registration paper upload and physical validation. A $15.00 per heifer fee will be collected. PLEASE DO NOT UNLOAD YOUR HEIFERS TILL DIRECTED. 

** Heifers validated last fall or summer will not need to be validated unless there has been a change in breed or ownership. **

***YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE YOUR PAPERS IN YOUR NAME AND HEIFER AT THE VERIFICATION DATE. Make sure your heifer is tattooed and the tattoo is correct matching the papers. If it is not, we will not validate your heifer. ****

2021 State Fair of Texas Breeding Sheep and Breeding Goat Validation – NEW!!

The State Fair of Texas is requiring validation for registered breeding sheep, registered breeding goats, wether/commercial dams, and wether/commercial does..

The Texas Lamb and Goat Validation of Texas is pleased to announce the introduction of the Roll-over Breeding Sheep and Breeding Goat program.

Who does this impact? Registered breeding sheep, registered breeding goats, wether/commercial dams, and wether/commercial does ONLY

Who does this NOT impact? Market lambs and market goats

What does this mean? Beginning June 1, 2021, registered breeding sheep, registered breeding goats, wether/commercial dams, and wether/commercial does will have 3 total years of eligibility UNLESS A CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP TAKES PLACE. This will be offered during major show validation as well. Put plainly- if you validate for State Fair during the June 2021 validation period, your validation will be eligible until June 2024, unless a change of ownership occurs during that time- then you must re-validate. If you validate during the October 2021 validation period for major shows, your validation will be eligible until October 2024, unless a change of ownership occurs during that time- then you must re-validate.

More information regarding the Roll-Over Breeding Sheep and Breeding Goat program will be released soon.

THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO MARKET LAMBS AND GOATS!!!

Market lambs and market goats validated for the State Fair of Texas MUST RE-VALIDATE for Major Shows in October! This has NOT changed!

District IV 4-H Horse Show

The District IV 4-H Horse Show will be held Thursday, June 17th at the Sulphur Springs, TX.  Grounds will be open at 3-9 pm on Wednesday, June 16th, for early arrival and early check-in with registration.  All entries for the District IV 4-H Horse Show will be done on 4-H Connect.  4-H Connect will be open starting on May 10th, and closes at midnight on Friday, May 25^th   NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED NO EXCEPTIONS. The entry sheet is only a tool for the contestants and parents to work from before going on 4-H Connect.  It is not a valid means of entry and will not be accepted.

State Horse Show Rules and Regulations

The 2021 State 4-H Horse Show rules and regulations are ready at http://animalscience.tamu.edu/academics/equine/state-4h-show/   If you should have any questions please call the Extension office.

2021 State Fair of Texas Market Poultry Show

If you are interested in showing broilers at the 2021 State Fair of Texas your orders need to be turned into the Extension office by Monday, June 28th.

2021 State Fair of Texas Creative Arts Competition

The State Fair offers more than 1,100 categories in 12 departments to be entered and judged before the fair begins on September 28^th.  The Fair also offers 24 daily contests during the annual exposition.

2021 Important Dates

·         March: Online Registration Begin

·         July 26­­: Registration Deadline for Pre-Fair Contests

·         August 6-8: Pre-Fair Entry Take-In at Fair Park

After judging, all exhibitors will be notified of their entry’s status via mail or email.  Also, keep an eye on www.bigtex.com where they post all the judging results.

Community Happenings

There is a lot going on in Kaufman County, with that will come lots of opportunities to showcase 4-H.  If you have a chance to help with any of the community events listed in the Council Update section.

Congratulations!!

District Roundup

Educational Presentations

Anna Hiser – 4^th in SR Public Speaking

Kaitlyn Espinosa – 3^rd in Open Ag & Natural Resources

Share the Fun - Vocal

3rd Place Senior Division – Caiden Garcia and Abigail Dunn

1^st place Junior Division – Owen Garcia

Helpful 4-H Websites

 

Other helpful websites:

http://kaufman-tx.tamu.edu              http://texas.4-h.tamu.edu

http://texas4h-ctr.tamu.edu               http://d44-h.tamu.edu

http://kaufman4hcouncil.blogspot.com