Steer Project Managing Beef Cattle for Show(pdf) Texas Show Steer Breed Classification(pdf) Purchase steer in March or April Order validation tags in early May Validate steers in June Have hooves trimmed throughout feeding period Treat for external parasites Steer must be dehorned Stock Show entry forms and fees for all stock shows are due in late October Clippers are available by reserving their use by calling the Extension Office Steer must be shorn to no more than ¼” on any location of the body except tail (exception of… Read More →

What is the Texas 4-H/FFA Livestock Validation Program? According to the Texas 4-H and Youth Development office: In order for any 4-H/FFA member to make entry into any major livestock show in Texas, their livestock projects must have been validated within the Texas 4-H/FFA Livestock Validation Program. The validation of 4-H/FFA livestock projects occurs annually to establish a permanent identity of the animal and verify ownership by the exhibitor. The validation program helps to ensure all animals are placed on feed and under the direct care of the… Read More →

What is 4-H? 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. 4-H is about having fun, learning, exploring and discovering. In 4-H, young people make new friends, develop new skills, become leaders and help shape their communities. More than 65,000 Texas youth are enrolled members of 4-H community clubs in Texas. Another 850,000 Texas youth get involved in 4-H through special educational opportunities at school, in after school programs, or at neighborhood or youth centers. These youth live in… Read More →

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