Now is the time to prepare for Adams County 4-H Fair in 2024
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Heavy Equipment Career Exploration
Date: Thursday, June 13, 2024
Location: Central Community College – Hastings Campus,
Open to Incoming Grades of 8th to Seniors,
Registration - May 1-May 31st
Innovative Youth Corn Challenge for 4-H and FFA Members
We are delighted to announce the Corn Yield Challenge, a prestigious contest open to 4-H members (aged 8 and older as of January 1st) and FFA members (in-school members). This competition is designed to guide participants through a comprehensive exploration of all facets of corn production, including aspects related to agricultural careers associated with corn production.
Registration now open thru March
2024 Tractor and Equipment Safety for Young and Beginning Farmers and Ranchers ages 14 and 15.
The hands-on events and the online course will cover the required elements of the National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program, including quizzes which students must pass to attend the driving portion of training.
The onsite driving training and exam will include a driving test and equipment operation and ATV safety lessons. Students must demonstrate competence in hitching and unhitching equipment and driving a tractor and trailer through a standardized course. Instructors will also offer education about safe behaviors and laws for ATVs, utility-task vehicles (UTVs), and other off-road vehicles (ORVs).
Nebraska 4-H requires all youth enrolled in livestock projects to complete annual quality assurance certification through Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA). YQCA is a national multi-species quality assurance program focused on three core pillars: food safety, animal well-being, and character development.
Trainings for 2024 Adams County Youth begin in February
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