4-H State Project Bowl

On April 12, more than 570 youth in 114 teams from across Minnesota participated in the 4-H State Project Bowl, the second largest 4-H event of the year. The 4-H State Project Bowl challenges teams of three to six youth to test their knowledge on a variety of animal science and agriculture topics including dairy, dog, general livestock, horse, llama, plant science, poultry, and rabbit.

Each competition includes junior and senior divisions. Teams are quizzed in one-on-one and open rounds. The first participant with the correct answer earns points for their team. 4-H State Project Bowl winners in dairy, general livestock, horse and poultry go on to national project bowl competitions.

“Through the 4-H Project Bowl program, youth have the opportunity to partner together with other youth and learn about different animal science areas. Participants also work on improving their communication skills and building meaningful relationships with their peers, which can contribute to their future success,” said Sharon Davis, 4-H Animal Science Director.

Four teams competed from Meeker County 4-H:

Meeker County horse senior team – placed 3rd

Members include: Audrey Frenchick, Koronis Eager Beavers, Raya Scott, Kimball Kruisers, Frances Geurts, Kimball Kruisers, Maisy Geurts, Kimball Kruisers, Asher Lund, Danielson Hustlers

Meeker County horse junior team – placed 4th

Members include: Aliza VanDuinen, Independent, Willa VanDuinen, Independent, Leland Kershner, Danielson Hustlers, Bridger Kershner, Danielson Hustlers

Meeker County intermediate dairy team – placed 8th

Members include: Jacob Ahlgren, Litchfield Satellites, Olivia Ahlgren, Litchfield Satellites, Grace Schafer, Litchfield Satellites

Meeker County junior dairy team – placed 5th

Members include: Henry Ahlgren, Litchfield Satellites, Tanner Rusch, Litchfield Satellites, Norah Ahlgren, Litchfield Satellites, Adeline Stenger, Valley Victors