More than 1,600 4-H’ers and volunteer leaders from Louisiana's 64 parishes will converge on the LSU campus to participate in competitive activities and learning experiences June 17-20, 2008. This marks the 94th year of 4-H University but the 100th year of 4-H in Louisiana.

(Distributed 06/10/08) Young people from across Louisiana will compete in the 39th annual Louisiana 4-H and FFA State Horse Show July 8-12 in West Monroe.

4-H Day at the Capitol Video

Directions to LSU Campus AgCenter 4-H Facilities. Map included for reference. Directions for eastbound and westbound travelers on I-10 are provided. Directions for 4-H Camp Grant Walker are also listed.

Ever wanted to see professional bull rider, Chris Shivers? He’s coming to Baton Rouge for the Gerry Lane Invitational PBR and 4-H’ers can purchase tickets to this family event at special prices. Click here for more information.

National 4-H Conference is a working conference and requires youth and adults who are focused and committed to preparing themselves for the conference, working during the conference, and applying newly acquired skills back in their communities. For more information about the conference, contact an Extension agent in your parish and visit the conference Web site at: http://4hconf.4-h.org/

The New Orleans Hornets invited Louisiana 4-H members to participate in the sixth annual 4-H/New Orleans Hornets game Friday, February 22nd.

4-H members had the opportunity to be on court, participate in group photos, meet players, and also assist with celebrating the 100th anniversary during the New Orleans Hornets game against the Houston Rockets.

(Distributed 01/25/08) More than 2,200 first and fourth graders along with 200 teachers and school personnel from eight northeast Louisiana parishes participated in the fourth annual Ag Alley as part of the Ag Expo at the Ike Hamilton Exposition Center in West Monroe Jan. 17-19.

2008 4-H Commodity Ambassador Contest