Minnesota 4-H wants to grow its judges database with 4-H plant science judges. You don't need to be a 4-H alum or an expert to be a judge.
Youth
![Vivian M., Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/Vivian-M.-4-H-state-ambassadors-2023-2024.jpg?h=99b12963&itok=qQZA7nBl)
The new 4-H program year brings with it National 4-H week celebrations, club meetings and national 4-H events for youth to attend.
More than 2,000 Minnesota youth choose the 4-H dog project each year. They can advance from obedience basics to competing in shows and knowledge bowls.
![A group photo of the 4-H ag ambassadors with Dean Durgan.](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/4-H-ag-ambassadors-with-Dean-Durgan.jpg?h=b11911db&itok=XAp6rDXw)
The newly selected Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors are youth members from across the state with a passion for agriculture and 4-H.
![Veronica S., Minnesota 4-H State Ambassador](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/Veronica-4-H-state-ambassador-23-24.jpg?h=29b55e33&itok=unxKEP7R)
The state ambassadors reflect on their unique experiences at the state fair and look forward to kicking off a new 4-H program year with National 4-H Week.
![Two adults stand with two kids behind a table with food items.](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/4-H-food-partner-challenge.jpg?h=034bcb82&itok=R23DgOmV)
Compeer Financial is once again providing funds to support 4-H clubs and county/tribal 4-H programs that want to partner with a local food shelf or nutrition organization.
![A group of youth wearing 4-H show shirts with their 4-H beef exhibits at the state fair.](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/4-H-state-fair-beef.png?h=5c4f72b2&itok=HD8lPws5)
Thousands of 4-H’ers from across the state showcased their talents, hard work and knowledge during their designated encampments at the Minnesota State Fair.
![Youth standing in a line posing for the camera in front of a sign saying, "Ignite by 4-H."](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/Ag%20ambassadors%20at%20Ignite.jpg?h=d5e0d726&itok=DRmb2Xhj)
Are you interested in learning more about agriculture and networking with others from across Minnesota? Become a Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassador! Applications will be accepted until Aug. 31, 2023.
![Victoria Shafer is working on some sort of woodworking project and smiling at the camera from behind a box that she is working on using a screwdriver](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/i-KfsQXjd-XL.jpg?h=a86cebac&itok=nfwaOdNa)
One of the four H’s in 4-H is “Heart,” and Victoria Shafer has a big one when it comes to supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
![A woman helping two boys complete a string craft.](/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/styles/crop_featured_image_crop/public/S.Harren_Roseau_1.jpg?h=19a86115&itok=qLYzHyr2)
The dedication and positivity of Roseau County 4-H volunteers Solveig Harren and Beth Johnson have led to thriving after-school clubs.