Garvin County 4-H members had the opportunity to test their knowledge of meat science and overall livestock management last month, as they competed in the local Meats Identification and Livestock Skill-A-Thon contests.
Both contests were held April 6 at the Garvin County Fairgrounds. In Meats Identification, participants identify retail cuts of meat by species—such as beef, pork and lamb—name and primal cut.
The Livestock Skill-AThon, a new addition for Garvin County youth this year, tests knowledge of animal science, breeding, nutrition and management across multiple species, and is designed to improve decision making and practical skills in livestock production for youth, regardless of whether they own animals.
Senior Division Meats Identification Results Grand Champion honors were awarded to Ella Lister, with Reserve Grand Champion going to Shelby Lister, both Stratford 4-H club members. Jonathon Wright and Kolbi Koesler, also from the Stratford 4-H club placed third and fourth. Tinley Milligan of the Pauls Valley 4-H club and Cooper McKinzie of Wynnewood round out the results in fifth and sixth place.
Senior Division Livestock
Skill-A-Thon Results Cooper McKinzie earned Grand Champion, and Kolbi Koesler was named Reserve Champion. Third place went to Kally Milligan. Jonathon Wright and Tinley Milligan tied for fourth place. Ella Lister placed fifth, and Heston Chandler of Lindsay 4-H finished sixth.
Junior Division Meats Identification Results Grand Champion honors were awarded to Hazen Carroll, with Reserve Grand Champion going to Lindsay 4-H member, Gauge Ratzlaff. Julieanne Wright of Stratford placed third.
Junior Division Livestock Skill-A-Thon Results Lindsay 4-H member Hazen Carroll earned Grand Champion, followed by Gauge Ratzlaff as Reserve Champion. Julieanne Wright placed third.