Swine Project
One of the most popular of all 4-H livestock projects, swine (pigs) are intelligent, versatile farm animals. In a swine project, youth will become familiar with and apply the recommended principles of swine animal science. In addition, they will gain knowledge of sound breeding, feeding, and management practices. 4-H swine project participants will develop integrity, sportsmanship, decision-making capabilities, and public speaking skills by participation in demonstrations, tours, and exhibits. You may show swine as part of the project. Youth can choose a breeding or market project.
POTENTIAL COLLEGE MAJORS
- Agribusiness
- Agricultural Education
- Animal Sciences
- Farm Management
- Food Science
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine
- Sustainable Food and Farming Systems
- Veterinary Technician or Technologist
POSSIBLE CAREERS
- Agriculture
- Veterinarian
RESOURCES
4-H Curriculum and Guides
Exhibit Requirements and Guidelines
Plants and Animals Projects
Ag in the ClassroomAnimals
Aquaculture
Beef
Birds and Poultry
Cats
Dogs
Raising Guide Dogs
Dairy Cattle
Goats (dairy, hair, meat)
Horse/Pony
Rabbits/Cavies
Sheep
Small Lap Animals, Pets
Swine
Alpacas and Llamas
Emus and Ostriches
Plants
Crops/Weeds
Flower Garden/House
Gardens - Fruit/Vegetable
Junior Master Gardener
Ornamental Horticulture
