Extension in Meeker County

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Check out what is happening in Meeker County 4-H

Meeker County 4-H Google Calendar

Learn more about 4-H in Meeker County

Meeker County 4-H new member site

Give to Meeker County 4-H

Gifts support 4-H youth development in Meeker County, and local programming coordinated by the Meeker County 4-H Council.

Give today

There are several ways to join or re-enroll.

• Join 4-H for the first time or re-enroll
• Enroll as an independent member
• Contact the Meeker County Extension Office at 320-693-5275 or mnext-meeker@umn.edu
• Stop by our office on the Meeker County Fairgrounds, 1230 N Armstrong Ave, Litchfield, MN 55355

Find a 4-H club in Meeker County

Meeker County 4-H club list

Volunteering with Meeker County 4-H

Learn more about volunteering with 4-H.

Meeker County 4-H January 1st Enrollment Incentive

Meeker County 4-H  provides registration cost assistance to all 4-H families that enroll by the January 1 deadline. The Meeker County 4-H Federation wants to help make it possible for our 4-H members to attend the great educational events offered locally, regionally, statewide, and nationally.  Some events include BLU, YELLO, the Minnesota State Fair, Morris Regional 4-H Camp, and more! Contact our office with questions or for more information.

4-H Youth Development is a hands-on learning program for Minnesota youth. We offer online, small group and independent learning experiences for youth of all ages. In 4-H, youth choose the topic they find interesting and caring adults support their learning and leadership. From agronomy to space exploration and creative arts to outdoor adventures, 4-H has just the right learning experience for young people.

There are many ways to participate in 4-H!

• Meeker County 4-H clubs
• Awards and recognition applications and information
• Project record keeping
• Food Review handbook
• Demonstration guidelines
• Competitive events: deadlines, consequences, and exemptions table

This section will contain all important Meeker County 4-H updates for the county fair. 

The 2021 Meeker County Fair is scheduled for August 5-8 at the Meeker County Fairgrounds in Litchfield.

Due to Covid-19, we are unsure what fair or showcase opportunities will look like in 2021, but Meeker County 4-H is dedicated to providing opportunities for our youth to showcase their project learning! Continue to check back for updates.

Important Dates

• May 17: Registration opens and 2021 premium book is released
• July 1: Registration deadline
• August 4: Meeker County 4-H entry day (tentative)
• August 5-8: Meeker County Fair

Registration

4-H registration for the Meeker County Fair will open on Monday, May 17.  The deadline to register your 4-H projects for 2021 is July 1.

Premium Book

The 2021 4-H Premium Book will be available on Monday, May 17.

2020 4-H Premium Book (Virtual Showcase)

2019 4-H Premium Book

Cassidy Martin, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
ctmartin@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Kayla Huhn, Extension support staff
mehuhn@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Follow us on social media

Meeker/McLeod Facebook page

Meeker County agriculture inquiries

Have an agriculture related question? Use our inquiries form to contact us now!

Farmland rent information

Farmland rental rates and information

Additional resources

• Iowa Custom Rate Survey
• Managing a Farm
• Crop Production
• Small Farms
• FINBIN
• USDA NASS Quick Stats

Karen Johnson, Extension educator, McLeod and Meeker Counties
ande9495@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Kayla Huhn, Extension support staff
mehuhn@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Follow us on social media

McLeod & Meeker County Master Gardeners Facebook

Meeker County yard and garden inquiries

Have a yard or garden related question? Use our inquiries form to contact us now!

Become a Master Gardener volunteer

Master Naturalist volunteers work in your community

Do you have additional questions relating to canning, freezing, and preserving?

Contact the AnswerLine at 1-800-854-1678, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 noon and 1 - 4 p.m. or email them at answers@iastate.edu

• Apple scab
• Bur oak blight
• Lilac issues

Karen Johnson, Extension educator, McLeod and Meeker Counties
ande9495@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Kayla Huhn, Extension support staff
mehuhn@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Use the Real Life, Good Food website to find recipes, cooking tips and physical activity ideas for a healthier life.

Do you have additional questions?

Contact the AnswerLine for questions relating to:

• Safely cooking, canning, and freezing foods.
• Cleaning stains and mildew from homes and clothes.
• Dealing with floods and other household issues

1-800-854-1678 or email them at answers@iastate.edu
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 12 noon and 1 - 4 p.m.

View all Meeker County contacts.

Cassidy Martin, Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development
ctmartin@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Karen Johnson, Extension educator, McLeod and Meeker Counties
ande9495@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

Kayla Huhn, Extension support staff
mehuhn@umn.edu or 320-693-5275

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