Missouri 4-H

08/31/2026

Last chance to register!

Registration for the 2026 State 4-H Public Speaking Contest closes TONIGHT! Click the link below to register for this year's contest.

https://publicspeaking26.4honline.com

08/29/2026

Registration closes for the State 4-H Fashion R***e on August 31! If your county has chosen you to go--get registered ASAP!

Join us November 21, 2026, at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg for a day filled with creativity, learning and fun!

Participants will enjoy:
👚 Hands-on educational workshops
🎤 Time with a set of judges
✨ A Fashion Show open to everyone

Each county may send one participant per category and age group, with a maximum of 18 participants per county.

Registration fee: $20
Registration deadline: August 31
No late registrations will be accepted!

If you qualify, register through 4-H Online by August 31.

👉 For complete details, visit the State 4-H Fashion R***e webpage: https://publicspeaking26.4honline.com

08/29/2026

REGISTRATIONS CLOSING SOON!
There are quite a few deadlines in the next few days! No late registrations will be accepted!
•State 4-H Public Speaking Contest (Closes 8/31)
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/4-h-public-speaking-contest

•State 4-H Fashion R***e: (Closes 8/31)
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/4-h-fashion-revue

•Applications due for Ignite by Sept. 1
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/ignite

•Great Outdoors Photo Contest due by Sept. 15
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/missouri-4-h-great-outdoors-photography-contest

08/28/2026

There’s Still Time to Show Off Your Outdoor Photography Skills! 🌿

Have you captured an amazing outdoor photo this year? Now is the time to enter it in Missouri 4-H’s Great Outdoors Photo Contest!

Whether you’ve photographed a scenic landscape, wildlife, a beautiful sunset, or a hidden outdoor treasure, we want to see Missouri through your eyes! 👀

Age Divisions:
📷 Junior (8–10)
📷 Intermediate (11–13)
📷 Senior (14+)

⏰ Photos must be entered by September 15! Don’t miss your chance to share your favorite outdoor moments and put your photography skills on display.

🌿 Visit our website for full contest details and submission guidelines:
https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/missouri-4-h-great-outdoors-photography-contest

📅 Deadline: September 15, 2026

08/27/2026

Ready to take the runway? Registration is now open for the State 4-H Fashion R***e!

Join us November 21, 2026, at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg for a day filled with creativity, learning and fun!

Participants will enjoy:
👚 Hands-on educational workshops
🎤 Time with a set of judges
✨ A Fashion Show open to everyone

Each county may send one participant per category and age group, with a maximum of 18 participants per county.

Registration fee: $20
Registration deadline: August 31
No late registrations will be accepted!

If you qualify, register through 4-H Online by August 31.

👉 For complete details, visit the https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h/4-h-projects-opportunities/4-h-opportunities/4-h-fashion-revue

08/26/2026

Thank you for joining us at the 2026 Missouri State Far! We'd love to hear about your experience - what you loved, what we can improve, and your favorite moments. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey and help make next year's Fair even better!

mostatefair.com/survey/

08/26/2026

What happens when you combine animal science, leadership, hands-on learning, and 4-H? You get the University of Missouri’s Animal Sciences Youth Leadership Academy!

https://fields-of-knowledge.podbean.com/

🎧 In Episode 14 of Fields of Knowledge, hear from Marcia Shannon and 4-H youth Khloe Duncomb, Aliana Shanks, and Carissa Stong as they share their experiences, favorite moments, and what they learned through this exciting new program.

Welcome to the Fields of Knowledge a Missouri 4-H podcast, where we highlight positive youth development through meaningful 4-H activities and opportunities. Our purpose is to share a variety of experiences, personal sparks, and learning journeys that help...

08/25/2026

Registration is open for the State 4-H Public Speaking Contest!
Use the link below to register now for the state contest on September 26th in Columbia, MO. Youth can register to compete in prepared, extemporaneous, technology assisted, interpretation, or business pitch. Registration is $12 and closes on August 31st.

https://publicspeaking26.4honline.com

08/24/2026

LISTEN TO THE VOLUNTEER VIBE
Missouri 4-H Foundation leaders Rachel Augustine and Chris Willow introduce the new Missouri 4-H Alumni Association, a free community for reconnecting former members, volunteers, and supporters, sharing stories, highlighting current youth achievements, and building a statewide alumni business directory.
Chris and Rachel join the Vibe to share the exciting news about the launch of the Missouri 4-H Alumni Association and upcoming events (state fair, homecoming, watch parties), volunteer and advocacy opportunities, how to support the Clover Fund (gifts $40+ receive alumni items), and how to join via the Missouri 4-H Foundation website and dedicated Facebook and LinkedIn groups.
To learn more, follow the link at the Missouri 4-H Foundation website: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/missouri-4-h-foundation/4-h-alumni

Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-edi4u-1b3478d
Youtube: https://youtu.be/K9jxGQhpq8I

08/23/2026

What’s happening with 4-H on the last day of the fair tomorrow? We’ve got the schedule! 🎉 Take a look and make plans to stop by, cheer on our members, and see what 4-H has to offer.

In the 4-H Building
• 9 a.m. - NOON Youth Demonstrations

On the Fairgrounds
• 9 a.m. 4-H/FFA Dairy Cow Show – MFA Arena
• (Classes will be shown each breed in order by class)
• 12:45 p.m. Dairy Cattle Showmanship Champion Drive, followed by parade of Champions for 4-H/FFA – MFA Arena
• 1:15 p.m. 4-H/FFA Supreme Dairy Cattle Champion – MFA Arena