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2023 Minnesota State Fair 4-H General Livestock
St. Paul, MN (8/23/2023) Minnesota 4-H’ers from 87 counties arrived with over 2,562 animals at the 2023 “Great Minnesota Get-Together” for this year’s 4-H livestock encampment, which was held Wednesday, Aug. 23rd through Sunday, Aug. 27th. The number of livestock exhibits over the weekend included: Beef – 579 exhibits; Dairy – 422 exhibits; Goats – 293 exhibits; Poultry – 230 exhibits; Rabbits – 268 exhibits; Sheep – 312 exhibits; Swine – 398 exhibits; and Llama – 60 exhibits.
4-H Youth exhibit their best at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair
St. Paul, MN (9/04/23) 4-H youth from across Minnesota again showcased their learning in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 140 demonstrations were delivered and over 1,900 general exhibits were on display. In a continuation of the virtual state showcase format developed in 2020, over 70 of the general exhibits were judged virtually this year. Throughout the year, 4-H youth select project areas that reflect personal areas of interest and pursue hands-on learning in both selfdirected and guided environments. The results of their learning are exhibited at county fairs and other showcase events across the state. A collection of the best exhibits from each fair and showcase are brought to presentations in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair.
Marshall County Historical Society Living Museum at Settler’s Square
Marshall County Historical Society Living Museum at Settler’s Square