Beauregard Parish Extension & 4-H

10/20/2026

🍬🌾 Central Region Junior Agriculture Leadership Program Tour 🐄🧬

Yesterday, Beauregard Parish 4-H members Samuel and Haylee had the opportunity to participate in another exciting Central Region Junior Agriculture Leadership Program experience, visiting both Alma Plantation Sugar Cane Mill and Continental Genetics.

At Alma Plantation Sugar Cane Mill, students got a firsthand look at the incredible journey of sugarcane. From harvesting in the fields to transportation, extraction, separation, processing, and ultimately the export of unrefined sugar, they were able to see each step of the process in action. It was an eye-opening experience that showcased the technology, hard work, and teamwork involved in bringing agricultural products from the farm to consumers around the world.

The group also toured Continental Genetics, where they explored the fascinating world of animal reproductive technology and genetics. Students learned how semen is collected, evaluated, processed, packaged, and stored for artificial insemination. They also gained insight into the importance of genetics in livestock production and how Continental Genetics provides products to producers across the globe, specializing in bovine genetics.

Experiences like these allow our young leaders to see the many career opportunities available within agriculture while gaining a deeper understanding of the industries that play a vital role in feeding and supporting our world.

🌾🐄💚

10/16/2026

🍳🥩🌾 Beauregard Parish 4-H Cookery Contest Registration is Open! 🌾🥩🍳

Do you enjoy cooking and creating delicious dishes? The Beauregard Parish 4-H Cookery Contest is your chance to showcase your culinary skills, creativity, and food preparation knowledge!

📅 Contest Date: November 13, 2026
⏰ Drop-Off Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Beauregard Parish 4-H Office, 219 West Second Street, DeRidder, LA
📝 Register in 4-H Online: October 1 - October 31

Participants will prepare their dish at home and bring it to the contest to be judged. Entries will be evaluated on appearance, taste, texture, creativity, and overall presentation.

Contest Categories:

🥩 Beef
Any beef dish containing at least 1 pound of beef

🥚 Egg
Dessert or Other
Must contain at least 4 eggs

🌰 Pecan
Dessert or Other
Must contain at least 1 cup of pecans

🍚 Rice
Any rice dish
Must contain at least 1 cup of cooked rice

🍠 Sweet Potato
Dessert or Other
Must contain at least 1 cup of sweet potatoes
Clover Bud Division

Clover Buds may compete in up to two divisions and are offered only at the Parish Cookery Contest.
🍪 Cookies (3 cookies)
🥪 Sandwiches (1 sandwich)
🥚 Deviled Eggs (6 deviled eggs)

Important Reminders

✅ One entry per category
✅ This is a drop-off contest. Contestants may leave after check-in.
✅ Bring your dish in a disposable container. Containers and food will be discarded after judging.
✅ Bring two copies of your recipe printed on 8½" x 11" paper.
✅ Food safety rules will be strictly enforced. All dishes must be refrigerated to 40°F or below and transported on ice in an ice chest.
✅ No raw eggs, seafood, or meat proteins are allowed in any category.

Whether you're a first-time cook or a seasoned competitor, we encourage you to participate, have fun, and share your favorite recipes!

Questions? Contact the Beauregard Parish 4-H Office at 337-463-7006.

🍽️ We can't wait to see what our talented 4-H'ers bring to the table! 🍽️👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

10/15/2026

🐥 It's time to order your Parish Show Broiler chicks! 🐥

If you plan to participate in the Parish Show Broiler Project, now is the time to place your order. To order, call the 4-H Office 337-463-7007 or email Mrs. Maddy at [email protected].

📌 Chicks are $0.65 each
📌 Minimum order of 10 chicks
📌 Order and payment deadline: November 2
📌 Pick-up date: December 3

Don't wait until the last minute. Be sure to submit your order and payment by November 2 to reserve your chicks! If you have any questions, please contact the 4-H Office. 🐔📋

10/15/2026

📣 Shooting Sports Reminder! 🎯

Don't forget to register for our Beauregard 4-H Shooting Sports Practice on Saturday, October 17!

✅ Registration through 4-H Online is required before attending practice.

To Register:
• Be enrolled in Beauregard Parish 4-H for the current year.
• Log in to your 4-H Online account.
• Click on Events.
• Select "Beauregard Shooting Sports Practice - September 19th".
• Complete your registration and pay the required practice fee.

👕 Range Dress Code Reminder
• Closed-toe shoes are required.
• No Crocs or open-toe shoes will be allowed on the range.
• Dress appropriately for outdoor weather conditions.
Registering ahead of time helps us plan for attendance and ensures everyone is properly enrolled and checked in for practice.

We look forward to seeing everyone on the range for a great day of shooting sports! 🎯

📞 Questions? Contact the Beauregard Parish 4-H Office at 337-463-7007

🎯🍀 October Shooting Sports Registration is NOW OPEN! 🍀🎯

Don't miss your chance to join us for our October 4-H Shooting Sports practice! Whether you're new to the program or returning for another year, we look forward to seeing you on the range for a fun and educational experience.

Now is the perfect time to complete your 2026-2027 4-H enrollment so you'll be eligible to participate in upcoming Shooting Sports practices and events.

✅ Enroll online at: https://v2.4honline.com
✅ Paper enrollment forms are also available through the 4-H Office if needed.

Once your enrollment has been approved, log in to your 4-H Online profile and select "Events" to register for the "Beauregard Shooting Sports Practice - October 17th"

💲 Practice Fee: $10 per youth participant, per practice

🎯 Open to youth in grades 4-12
🎯 Certified instructors on-site
🎯 Beginners are welcome!

Registration is now open, so be sure to secure your spot. We can't wait to see everyone on the range this October!

🎯🍀

10/15/2026

🚜🐄 Calling All Livestock Exhibitors! 🐖🐑🐐

Whether you're brand new to showing livestock or have spent years in the show ring, the Beauregard, Grant Parish 4-H, & Vernon Parish 4-H Club Livestock Showmanship Clinic on November 23 is a great opportunity to learn new skills, improve your showmanship, and prepare for the upcoming show season!

Throughout the day, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about the species they plan to exhibit, including topics such as daily care, nutrition, grooming, show preparation, and what to expect in the show ring. Bring your animals and get ready to learn, then put those skills into practice during our mock showmanship classes! This hands-on clinic is designed to help exhibitors build confidence and gain practical knowledge to be successful throughout the show season.

✅ Registration Fee: $20 per participant
✅ Includes: Lunch, clinic t-shirt, and a chance to win giveaways throughout the day
✅ Open to youth from Beauregard, Grant, Vernon and surrounding parishes

How to Register

Registration for the clinic will be completed through 4-H Online:

Log in to your 4-H Online account.
Click Events.
Select "Beauregard, Grant & Vernon Parish Livestock Showmanship Clinic."
YQCA Training Opportunity

Following lunch, we will host the Beauregard & Grant Livestock YQCA Training to help exhibitors meet certification requirements before District and State Livestock Shows.

Important: Registering for the Showmanship Clinic does not automatically register you for YQCA training.

If you plan to attend the YQCA session, you must:

✔ Register for the "Beauregard, Grant, & Vernon Livestock YQCA Training" through the YQCA website
✔ Pay the required $3 YQCA course fee
✔ Have a YQCA account established prior to training

YQCA Account Requirements:

After attending the training, participants must log in to their YQCA account and complete the required post-test to receive certification credit.

📅 November 23
🕣 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Vernon Parish Fairgrounds - 276 H.M. Stevens Blvd
🎟 $20 Registration Fee

Get signed up today, bring your project animal, sharpen your showmanship skills, complete your YQCA certification, and get ready for a successful livestock show season. We look forward to seeing everyone there! 🏆🐮🐷🐐🐑

10/06/2026

Support Beauregard Parish 4-H with Our Annual Commodity Sale!

Our annual commodity sale is officially underway, and we'd love for our community to help support Beauregard Parish 4-H! By purchasing Louisiana-grown aromatic jasmine rice and sweet potatoes, you're not only bringing home a delicious taste of Louisiana, you're also helping fund local 4-H programs and opportunities for youth across our parish.

✅ There's still time to get your orders in!

📅 Order forms are due by October 30, 2026. Orders for both rice and sweet potatoes are due on or before Friday, October 30, 2026.

✅ You don't have to wait until the deadline to turn in your order forms! Orders can be submitted anytime between now and October 30, so feel free to turn them in as soon as you're ready.

Rice
• 2 lb. bag: $6
• 5 lb. bag: $12

Sweet Potatoes
• 10 lb. box: $12

📦 Order Pickup Date: November 24, 2026
🕗 Pickup Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Beauregard Parish 4-H Office, 219 West Second Street, DeRidder, LA

Please plan to pick up your rice and sweet potato orders during the scheduled pickup time.

All proceeds directly benefit the Beauregard Parish 4-H Youth Development Program, helping provide educational activities, leadership opportunities, camps, contests, and project clubs for local youth.

Stop by the 4-H Office to pick up an order form, or use the links below to print your rice and sweet potato order forms.

Rice Order Link:
https://lsuagctr-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/mmeyer_agcenter_lsu_edu/IQDsyoyOiVdJT54k4dqiDiLZAQgGZXBGdwiJpbg3T98J1j0?e=2x7Nb8

Sweet Potato Order Link:
https://lsuagctr-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/mmeyer_agcenter_lsu_edu/IQBziRQ5SyW1Sr_qrlXfC6tJAaaawIaaRhesff9bZd9Kqqc?e=8BJwMl

Questions? Call or email anytime!
📞 337-463-7007
📧 [email protected]

Thank you for supporting Beauregard Parish 4-H and helping us grow the next generation of leaders!

10/01/2026

🎉 We had a great September kicking off another exciting 4-H club year! Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the start of the year a success.

🍂 Be on the lookout for the October Clover Chatter as we begin our monthly school club meetings this month! It will be packed with important dates, opportunities, and upcoming events you won't want to miss.

We are looking forward to seeing all of our 4-H members throughout October and can't wait for another great month of learning, leadership, and fun! 💚🍀

10/01/2026

🎯🍀 October Shooting Sports Registration is NOW OPEN! 🍀🎯

Don't miss your chance to join us for our October 4-H Shooting Sports practice! Whether you're new to the program or returning for another year, we look forward to seeing you on the range for a fun and educational experience.

Now is the perfect time to complete your 2026-2027 4-H enrollment so you'll be eligible to participate in upcoming Shooting Sports practices and events.

✅ Enroll online at: https://v2.4honline.com
✅ Paper enrollment forms are also available through the 4-H Office if needed.

Once your enrollment has been approved, log in to your 4-H Online profile and select "Events" to register for the "Beauregard Shooting Sports Practice - October 17th"

💲 Practice Fee: $10 per youth participant, per practice

🎯 Open to youth in grades 4-12
🎯 Certified instructors on-site
🎯 Beginners are welcome!

Registration is now open, so be sure to secure your spot. We can't wait to see everyone on the range this October!

🎯🍀

10/01/2026

🎃🍂 Chef Club Registration is NOW OPEN! 🍂🎃

Up next for our Harvest of the Month Chef Club is Winter Squash! Join us for a fun-filled meeting where we'll learn about this seasonal harvest, make delicious pumpkin pie, and decorate pumpkins! 🎃🥧

Now is the perfect time to complete your 2026-2027 4-H enrollment so you'll be ready to register for upcoming meetings and events.

✅ Enroll online at: https://v2.4honline.com
✅ Paper enrollment forms are also available through the 4-H Office if needed.

Once your enrollment has been approved, log in to your 4-H Online profile and select "Events" to register for upcoming Chef Club meetings. Registration and payments will be completed through 4-H Online.

💲 Meeting Fee: $10 per youth participant, per meeting

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn new cooking skills, explore seasonal foods, and have fun with friends!

🍀 Registration for our first Chef Club meeting is open now! Spots are limited, so be sure to enroll and register soon! 🍀

09/24/2026

Reminder to get sign up forms emailed to [email protected] before meeting day on sunday the 27th.
‼️ Cannot bring a dog unless iv recieved sign up forms and vaccination reccords.
👉 Even previous year sign ups coming back need to send updated forms unless other wise arranged.
💰 $40 will be needed to join this year to help cover cost of materials as well as utilities of the building.
‼️ Last date to sign up / pay dues is October 11th.