Atlantic 4-H Members Learn Livestock Skills at Eastern Breeders' Showcase

AGRICULTURE/FISHERIES--Atlantic 4-H Members Learn Livestock Skills at Eastern Breeders' Showcase

Sixty-nine 4-H members from Atlantic Canada will develop their large animal management skills during the annual Eastern Breeders 4-H Showcase from Sunday to Tuesday, June 22-24, at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Bible Hill.

The 4-H members will learn from Eastern Breeders Inc.'s experts about large animal management and show preparation practices for beef and dairy cattle. They will also learn the most current techniques in clipping, showing and herd management.

"Receiving education in this specialized field is an excellent way to ensure that our young dairy and beef producers apply good management practices to their family farms", said Gordon Balser, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries. "The 4-H members attending this clinic will use the skills they learn to become leaders in the agriculture industry."

After two intense days of training, 4-H members compete for top honours with their own calves at the beef and dairy show. Awards will be presented to the winners in each class at this event. The show is being held at 10 a.m on June 24 at the MacMillan Show Centre on the Exhibition Grounds in Truro. The public is invited to attend.

"Nova Scotia's 4-H program is pleased to be in partnership with Eastern Breeders Inc. and to be able to continue to offer this intensive training to Atlantic 4-H members and future livestock farmers", said Elizabeth Crouse, manager, 4-H and rural organizations. "This program is an excellent opportunity for young people to learn more about the livestock they are raising."

The event has been sponsored by Eastern Breeders Incorporated for the past 14 years in partnership with Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 4-H staff.