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Publications

Publication Number: P3982
Publication Number: P3934
Publication Number: P2212
Publication Number: P2478

News

A group of seven rabbits from different breeds.
Filed Under: 4-H, 4-H Livestock Program, Youth Projects March 27, 2024

Rabbits are a quintessential symbol of spring, representing fertility, rebirth, and resurrection since ancient times. But did you know that these small animals have recently been added to the Mississippi 4-H livestock show list?

A teenage boy poses with a goat.
Filed Under: 4-H, 4-H Livestock Program, Join 4-H February 9, 2024

JACKSON, Miss. -- Hinds County 4-H’er Mason Williams had already represented Mississippi in a national competition less than a year ago, so showing animals in a statewide event was no sweat.

A goat.
Filed Under: 4-H, 4-H Livestock Program, Youth Livestock, Youth Projects, Agriculture, Livestock, Goats and Sheep April 3, 2023

RAYMOND, Miss. -- Not so long ago, goats were niche livestock animals in Mississippi. But these small ruminants have grown in popularity in recent years, especially dairy goats. Farmers who have limited acreage or want to diversify their livestock operations often choose goats. Others want goats for their meat or milk. Regardless of the purpose, people who want to join the ranks of goat owners should understand some important aspects of goat ownership before bringing one home.

Contacts

Portrait of Mr. Cobie Rutherford, Jr.
Extension Instructor
4-H Youth Development