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Congratulations to the 15 4-H youth and alumni across Minnesota who stood out among approximately 97 applications.
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The 4-H pledge plays out in the lives of young people across Minnesota.
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Although prices are rising, this 4-H poultry project member says eggs still pack a lot of nutrition per dollar.
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Youth talk about what it's like to raise chickens, pigeons and doves, and other birds, and 4-H volunteer Mark Otto explains how it's really all about youth development.
Review some best practices for gardening on decks, in containers and raised beds, and avoid problems in your small garden.
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Did you know, many of our programs are open to youth who are not year-round members of 4-H? Non-members who would like to attend a 4-H event must fill out additional paperwork, in addition to registering for the event. There are two options for completing this requirement.