Taking action on food security, Master Gardener volunteers like Brenda Langerud donated 63,372 pounds of produce to food shelves in 2025, and 2026 numbers are coming in strong.
Ulrich family, 2026 Farm Family of the Year
Summer brings even more opportunities for 4-H’ers to learn, lead and serve. Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador Jordan B. shares more about these opportunities, including YELLO and 4-H camp.
Minnesota 4-H is proud to have Antonio Becker represent University of Minnesota Extension nationally as a Youth in Action award winner, along with two Minnesota 4-H'ers who were recognized as finalists.
Humphrey School student Marcus Hansen turned his passion for local food and planning into real world impact in Mankato.
Changes in the agricultural landscape have brought economic benefits to the region and the state, but they are also a significant driver of nitrate water quality issues.
4-H in Blue Earth County prepared Aidan Oldenburg for life's spotlight moments.
Youth ambassadors, club leaders and 4-H volunteers are invited to fill out a sunshine page.
Apply for county funds for attending regional, state, or national 4-H events.
The Blue Earth County Fair is held each year in July at the Blue Earth County Fairgrounds in Garden City. The fair provides 4-H members with a place to showcase exhibits about their project learning and share what they have learned with friends, judges, and community members.