Texas Youth Livestock and Agriculture
Texas Youth Livestock & Agriculture provides a variety of unbiased resources for 4-H/FFA families, leaders and volunteers interested in youth livestock projects and agricultural advocacy. We are committed to helping ensure the successful development of young people involved in agriculture through our programs and resources. Check out our pages on youth livestock projects, Quality Counts, and Texas 4-H Livestock and Equine Ambassador programs to learn more!
Texas 4-H Ambassador Programs
The Texas 4-H Equine and Livestock Ambassador programs strive to provide high school aged 4-H members the opportunity to develop and practice advanced leadership skills related to mentoring other youth, and to become advocates for animal agriculture.
Quality Counts
Quality Counts is designed to teach young people the importance of displaying good character in carrying out livestock projects, and in every aspect of their lives. Quality Counts helps youth exhibitors learn the importance of using proper livestock management practices so that food quality and safety are preserved.
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Livestock Validation
The mission of the youth livestock validation program is to promote a positive youth development environment focused on ensuring rules for livestock exhibition are being followed under the supervision of County Extension Agents and Agricultural Science Teachers.
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