Sullivan County MO 4-H

06/23/2026

Can't wait to see you there!

06/11/2026

Reminder: Fair Clean-Up is Monday, June 29th, starting at 6 pm. It will be held at the Sullivan County Fair Grounds.

06/11/2026

The 2026 Sullivan County 4-H & FFA Livestock Sale will be held at the Sullivan County Expo Center and Fairgrounds in the Youth Livestock Barn in Milan on Saturday, July 11th at 6:00 P.M. The sale will again be held at the conclusion of the Sullivan County Fair. Animals must be in place and ready to view no later than 4:30 P.M.

This annual event provides 4-H and FFA members with an opportunity to showcase the knowledge, skills, and dedication they have developed through their livestock projects. Participation in livestock projects teaches valuable life skills including animal husbandry, responsibility, record keeping, goal setting, financial management, communication, and leadership. The livestock sale is an important educational experience that allows exhibitors to learn about marketing their projects, interacting with buyers, and representing the agricultural industry.

**A REMINDER: THIS IS A PREMIUM-ONLY SALE.** The animal being sponsored will remain in your possession. It is the responsibility of the seller to bring the animal to the auction and have arrangements to take the animal home following the sale. If your premium sponsor wishes to purchase the animal, that transaction must be arranged privately between the seller and the sponsor.

We encourage exhibitors to use this opportunity to share the educational value of their livestock projects with buyers and community members while demonstrating the hard work and commitment that have gone into their projects throughout the year.

Intent to Sell forms are to be submitted to 4-H Club leaders and FFA advisors for their approval by signature. The forms are then due to Stephanie Oaks no later than June 19th

06/09/2026

MONDAY JULY 6TH
7:00 pm 2024 Sullivan County Fair Queen Pageant
Milan Community Center - $2 Admission
Contact Tennille Banner for information


TUESDAY, JULY 7TH
7:30 am Dog Show Registration
8:30 am All Dogs Must Be In Place
8:45 am Sullivan County Fair Board P*e Wee Dog Show
9:00 am Dog Show
6:00pm Fashion R***e Interviews
6:30 pm Fashion Review Modeling
6:30 pm—7:00 pm Building Exhibits Registered
7:00 pm 4-H Project Judging begins
7:30 pm FFA Exhibit Judging

WENESDAY, JULY 8TH

5:00 pm Rabbit and Poultry Registration
5:00 pm—6:00 pm Blood Testing Must be in Place
5:30 pm All Rabbits Must be in Place
6:00 pm Sullivan County Fair Board P*e Wee Rabbit Show
Followed By Rabbit Show
Poultry Show to immediately the Rabbit Show

THURSDAY, JULY 9TH
5:00 pm Sheep and Goat Registration
5:30 pm All Goats Must Be In Place. All Goat weights must be
declared and Turned in to the Show Superintendent by 5:30pm.
5:45 pm Sullivan County Fair Board P*e Wee Goat Show
6:00pm Sullivan County Dairy Goat Show followed by the Breeding and
Market Goat Show
7:30PM (APPROX) Sheep Show immediately following the Market Goat Show
FRIDAY, JULY 10TH
4:30 pm All Swine Must Be In Place, All Market Hogs and Cross Bred
Gilts Must be Weighed and Declared Weights Turned in to the
Show Superintendent
6:00 pm Sullivan County Fair Board P*e Wee Swine Show followed by
Breeding Swine & Market Hog Show

SCALES WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE GROUNDS

SATURDAY, JULY 11TH
8:00 am Sullivan County Farm Bureau free breakfast
9:00 am All Beef Entries Must Be in Place. All Market Animal Weights
De clared and Turned in to the Show Superintendent
9:45 am Sullivan County Fair Board P*e Wee Beef Show followed by the
Bucket Calf Show and the Breeding & Market Beef Shows

SCALES WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE GROUNDS

4:30pm Sale animal must be in place & Youth Project Market booths must
be set up and ready for sale
5:00pm 4-H & FFA Livestock Sale Buyers Dinner
6:00pm Sullivan County 4-H & FFA market animal premiums sale begins &
Youth Project Market sales continue through Market animal sale.

SUNDAY, JULY 12TH
Horse Show

05/21/2026

Check out these upcoming youth equine clinics and contests! From hands-on learning opportunities to fun competition experiences, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss these fun opportunities to learn, compete, and grow your horsemanship skills.

🚨Save the Date🚨

With registration for the Missouri State Fair now open, we thought share more information on the Equine Contests and Clinics July 29th! This event open to all 4-Her's allows youth the opportunity to share their equine related speeches, presentations, and fine arts projects.

Join us that evening for an Exhibitor Dinner, a Guest Speaker, and the presentation of the MFA Saddle Award. We can't wait to see you in July!

05/18/2026

This is coming up soon and is great learning opportunity! Be sure to check it out!

Attention Meat Goat Exhibitors- there will be a Meat Goat Clinic head May 31st from 1-3 pm at the Livestock Barn at the Audrain County 4-H Fairgrounds. Topics to be covered include clipping, showmanship, and Q & A. There will be a live clipping demo for market wethers.

This opportunity is open to ANY goat exhibitor in need of assistance or wanting practice.

Attendees are invited to bring their own goat to practice clipping!

05/14/2026

Stephanie Mino Oaks Nancy McCully interesting opportunity for your swine project kids.

🐖 Curious about careers in agriculture, animal science, veterinary medicine, or the pork industry?

The Youth Pork Institute is an incredible three-day experience designed for Missouri high school students who want to learn more about pigs, pork production, leadership, and the future of agriculture.

Participants will:
✔ Tour swine and agriculture facilities
✔ Learn from industry leaders and university professionals
✔ Explore career opportunities in the pork industry
✔ Connect with other students from across Missouri
✔ Gain hands-on experience you can’t get in the classroom

Hosted through the University of Missouri and the Missouri Pork Association, this program is a unique opportunity to see the pork industry from farm to fork. 🍽️

🎯 Spots are limited — encourage students to apply today! Deadline extended to Friday, May 15.

📲 Learn more and apply here: Youth Pork Institute Application Page https://mopork.com/youth/youth-pork-institute/

04/23/2026

There is a show cattle feed & fitting clinic coming up! Great opportunity to learn proper feeding techniques, fitting skills, and tips to improve in the ring.
Where: Appanoose County Fairgrounds Show Ring in Centerville, IA
When: June 4, 2026 at 6:00PM
Be sure to check it out!!

Beef exhibitors, mark your calendars for the Show Cattle Feed and Fitting Clinic hosted by Centerville Produce in Centerville, IA at the Appanoose County Fairgrounds Show Ring on June 4th at 6 pm. Scan the QR code to RSVP!

04/22/2026

Many in our 4-H family in the Northeast Region are wearing blue today in honor of a Ralls County Missouri 4-H member who recently passed away after a battle with brain cancer. One of our regional team members shared that they remember his first year in 4-H how he was a little bitty guy with a giant cowboy hat and a bucket calf that wouldn't move. Our hearts are with all those who are grieving this loss and those who are blessed to have known and loved Keaton.

04/10/2026

Come join us for our Achievement Day!!
When: Sunday April 12
Where: Milan Christian Church(Basement)
What: A time for the our 4-H member to come together and learn

We will have fun learning opportunities like Personal Development, Public Speaking, Table Setting, Demonstrations, and Judging. These things will be judged and winners will get cash prizes!! Can't wait to see you there!!