News From North Carolina 4-H

grassy area filled with people enjoying a concert outside
Pickin in the Pines Benefit Concert

Published - July 31, 2026

Three 4-H members wearing medals pose for a photo after being recognized during the 2026 North Carolina 4-H State Presentation Finals.
Youth Excel at 2026 State 4-H Presentation Finals

Published - July 30, 2026

Drawing of a horse and handler
2026 Artistic Expression & Creative Writing Winners

Published - July 20, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
Kaleidoscope logo displayed next to the 4-H clover emblem, separated by an "X" symbol, representing the partnership between Kaleidoscope and North Carolina 4-H for the online project record system.
NC 4-H Introduces New Online System for Project Records

Published - July 17, 2026

North Carolina 4-H Shooting Sports delegation posing together after the National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships, many displaying medals and ribbons.
North Carolina Finishes Sixth Overall at National 4-H Shooting Sports Championships

Published - June 29, 2026

4-H member speaks to judges while presenting on xenobots during Northeast District Activity Day.
"Learning by Doing" on Display at 2026 District Activity Days

Published - June 27, 2026

4-H members hold green drawstring bags while assembling care packages during a hands to service project at 4-H Congress.
Give Back at NC 4-H Congress 2026

Published - June 26, 2026

State Contest Winners
NC 4-H Livestock State Contest Info 2026

Published - June 23, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
An aerial view of NC State's Eastern 4-H Center camp facilities along the Albemarle Sound.
Eastern 4-H Center Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence

Published - June 11, 2026

From: NC State Extension
youth teams sitting at table with buzzers in hand, waiting to answer questions
Avian Bowl and Poultry Judging Registrations Due Soon

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
4-H members in matching green shirts and black caps participate in the Dinah Gore 4-H Healthy Food Challenge; one stirs a red saucepan with a spatula while another holds a small container. Both wear white aprons and blue gloves.
Historic Year for the Dinah Gore 4-H Healthy Food Challenge

Published - May 26, 2026

Art
Celebrate June Dairy Month with our Dairy Art Contest!

Published - May 21, 2026

From: Dairy
Corkboard with four photos pinned: a child blowing bubbles, a pine branch with a pinecone, a turtle on grass, and a gray cat peering through a chain-link fence. Decorative clover and camera stickers complete the display.
2026 Dr. Kim Ingold 4-H Photography Contest

Published - May 20, 2026

A picture of a rider from the 2025 NC State 4-H Horse Show Carrying the American Flag.
Drill Team Classes are Coming to the State Show!

Published - May 19, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
Extension Director, David Monks, stands at a podium while speaking to attendees of the 2026 Southern Region Biennial 4-H Conference.
NC 4-H Hosts Southern Region’s Biennial Conference

Published - May 14, 2026

From: NC State Extension
Two 4-H members wearing LED headphones point toward the camera while participating the silent disco at 4-H Congress.
Take the Stage at NC 4-H Congress 2026

Published - May 8, 2026

Forsyth County top scoring Senior Division WHEP Team (L-R): John Tyler, Lucy Mehaffey, Calloway Mehaffey, and Maggie Mehaffey.
Record Number of Youth Test Their Wildlife Knowledge

Published - May 5, 2026

From: Extension Forestry
A North Carolina 4-H'er named Kira Wiguna points to a graph on her research poster
North Carolina Youth Institute Reinforces a 4-H’er’s Desire to Help

Published - May 5, 2026

From: NC State Extension
Judging Practice
NC Skillathon & Livestock Judging Clinics

Published - May 5, 2026

From: Youth Livestock Program
North Carolina 4-H youth delegation posing with a U.S. Representative during a visit to the U.S. Capitol at National 4-H Conference.
Youth Represent North Carolina at National 4-H Conference

Published - April 23, 2026

Flyer promoting the Tractor Supply spring Paper Clover campaign from April 17 through May 3, 2026. The graphic notes that Paper Clover donations support 4-H camp, scholarships, and leadership activities.
4-H Paper Clover Campaign Returns to Tractor Supply

Published - April 17, 2026

A picture of the members of the winning Senior division team from Union county in front of the NC 4-H horse program picture backdrop.
2026 Horse Judging Champions Crowned

Published - April 15, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
Two women standing in an indoor riding arena holding a 4‑H award plaque
2026 Candace Norman Service Award Applications Open

Published - April 8, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
State 4-H Officers, wearing their official green jacket attire, posed together for a group photo at the NC 4-H booth of the 2025 N.C. State Fair.
Journey as a Teen Leader: 2026-2027 NC 4-H State Officer Applications are Open!

Published - March 31, 2026

Two teenage girls stand next to each other smiling. One girl is holding a baby goat.
Apply Now to Host International Youth through 4-H!

Published - March 24, 2026

Dr. Jim Clark stands with Governor Josh Stein during his induction into the Order of the Long Leaf Pine at the governor’s mansion.
Jim Clark Inducted Into Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Published - March 20, 2026

A picture of the first place senior hippology team and their awards
2026 NC State 4-H Hippology Contest Winners Announced

Published - March 20, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
A picture of the buckle awarded to the high individual in the 2026 NC State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest
2026 NC State 4-H Horsebowl Contest Results

Published - March 19, 2026

From: Equine Husbandry
NC State Day of Giving 03.25.26: Make Your Mark
Make Your Mark for 4-H on NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 11, 2026

Four Australian shepherd puppies
2026 4-H Dog Artistic Expression

Published - March 6, 2026

From: Stokes County Center
reserve champion junior 2025 winner with banner and her turkey in the showring
Youth Market Turkey Show Registration Time!

Published - March 2, 2026

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
Young woman in cap with sunglasses hugs smiling boy outdoors
NC 4-H Camps Are HIRING!

Published - February 20, 2026

NC State Extension state 4-H program leader Mike Yoder speaking at a conference.
Longtime 4-H Leader Mike Yoder Retiring After 30 Years at NC State

Published - February 13, 2026

From: NC State Extension
hort camp is july 5-10
2026 Horticulture Camp Applications Are Open!

Published - February 4, 2026

From: Grow For It
Logo reading "Character at CAMP" with green swirl graphic and "By the American Camp Association" tagline
NC 4-H Camps Are Awarded Character at Camp Grant!

Published - January 30, 2026

Three people in teal shirts forming an arch over a person standing with hands under chin
NC 4-H Camps Are Hiring for Summer 2026!

Published - January 20, 2026

Quizbowl
Updated Dairy Youth Quiz Bowl Rules Now Available

Published - January 20, 2026

From: Dairy
t-shirt ad showing last year's design on a shirt
YMTS T-Shirt Design Contest Now Open!

Published - January 12, 2026

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
4-H online promotion
Don't Forget to Re Enroll in 4-H Online!

Published - January 8, 2026

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
Barred rock chicken on grass
Poultry Judging Virtual Practice Workshops

Published - December 16, 2025

From: Poultry 4-H & Youth
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