What can we reason but from what we know? -Alexander Pope
What can we reason but from what we know? -Alexander Pope
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You might recall that in June the Phillips/Yuma County 4-H Livestock Judging Team won the state livestock judging contest. Because of their win, they were given the opportunity to compete at the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky. This is the most prestigious national contest and each State can only send their highest-ranking team. The contest was held on Wednesday, Nov. 15 and 107 contestants from 28 teams competed. The following morning, all contestants,...
Phillips County 4-H members celebrated another successful year of 4-H on Oct. 2 at their annual 4-H Achievement Day Program. The event was held at the Haxtun Community Center where more than 30 4-H members and their families attended. The program recognized the successes of the 4-H Livestock Judging Team, Colorado State Fair Exhibitors and State Shooting Sports Competitors. 4-H members Lucinda Mares and Brendan Nelson gave their presentation on the Citizen Washington Focus trip that they...
Thirteen Phillips County 4-H members, ages 9-18, attended a District Leadership Conference in Sterling on Feb. 19. This event was open to all 4-H and FFA members within the District area and was largely attended. The conference theme "Become the Leader You Wish to Be" focused on encouraging participants to overcome challenges and become the best version of themselves. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from Landon Schaffert, a former National FFA Secretary, for the opening speaker. He spoke...
The warm temperatures of summer are quickly approaching, putting livestock at greater risk for heat stroke and stress. It is not difficult to protect animals from these risks but does involve greater planning for anyone who owns or manages livestock. Heat stress is when the animal is exposed to high temperatures and cannot cool itself in a timely manner. This results in their body taking on extra heat which creates extra stress for the animal and poses risks to their health. Heat stroke is an...
Toxoplasmosis is a disease that infects one-third of the world’s population, with many people never knowing it. However, the source of the infection might be living in several homes or barns right at this moment. Toxoplasmosis is caused by a protozoan parasite called toxoplasma gondii which has a very complex lifecycle that begins with the common housecat. Interestingly, research suggests that mice or birds that are infected with toxoplasmosis will show neurological complications that makes t...
As we look forward to a new year with excitement for new opportunities, it can be important to look back into the past as well. The past can not only teach us but can inspire us, especially when analyzing the rich history of 4-H. In the late 1800s, agricultural researchers were having a difficult time in building relationships with livestock and crop producers, which created extra challenges in distributing new information and equipment. With plenty of attempts made to connect with older,...
As temperatures begin to cool off and corn begins to ripen, combines, grain carts and trucks are pulling into and out of fields which is a clear sign that this year’s corn harvest is underway. And while these vehicles and pieces of equipment are powerful and have great use, their larger size and slower speeds are a reminder of the awareness that all drivers need to have during this season. Research shows that the months of September through December are the most common months for car a...
There is no hiding that the final days of summer has brought more grueling temperatures and limited rain. And, along with these patterns, comes more concern about the current drought in Colorado. As conditions get worse, concerns from farmers and livestock producers grow. Wildfires move through the mountains and spread across ranches, water levels in reservoirs drop, crops continue to struggle and securing forages for cattle become more difficult. These pains are felt throughout the state and...
Personal safety guidelines that were put into place during COVID-19 have been successful in many regards. The number of new cases within our State is steadily declining and becoming much more manageable for the health care system. However, these restrictions have had detrimental effects to the meat industry and the economy, as a whole. Consumers have isolated themselves and stayed at home, employees at meat packing facilities have had their hours slashed and nearly every American has changed...
Across the country, the calendars that hang in every home are full of events that are now crossed out. Weddings, birthdays and graduations all struggle to be celebrated and the overall feeling of hopefulness for the summer of 2020 is diminishing. However, for 4-H and FFA members of Phillips County, the third week of July is highlighted, circled or chalked-full of events. Because, for those youth, county fair is the best week of the summer, this year especially. And it is the promise of being...
