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Animal
- Beef
- Dairy
- Dog care
- Goats
- Horses
- Meat Science
- Pets (other than dogs)
- Poultry
- Sheep
- Swine
- Veterinary Science
Communication and Expressive Arts
- Communication Arts
- Expressive Arts
- Photography
- Recreation (Leisure Education)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Breads
- Child Development
- Clothing and Textiles
- Clothing Selection
- Consumer Education
- Dairy Foods
- Food and Nutrition
- Food Preservation
- Interior Design
- Home Management
Environmental Education
- Conservation
- Forestry
- Shooting Sports
- Wildlife
Personal Development and Leadership
- Career Exploration
- Citizenship
- Health
- Leadership
- Personal Development
- Introductory 4-H Projects (5-8 year olds)
Plant
- Field Crops
- Gardening (Fruits, Vegetables, Ornamental, and Flowers)
- Plant and Soil Sciences
Other Projects
- Cultural Education
- Economics, Business, Marketing
- Entomology
- Safety
Technology and Engineering
- Automotive
- Bicycle
- Computer Technology
- Electricity
- Engines and Tractors
- Robotics
- Welding
- Wood Science
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STARKVILLE, Miss.
PICAYUNE, Miss. -- School groups, nature enthusiasts and the public can enjoy two fun-filled days of celebrating the environment, ecosystems, wildlife and insects at the Mississippi State University Crosby Arboretum in Picayune. BugFest is set for Sept. 20 and 21. The event offers insect-related displays, interactive exhibits, games and crafts. Biologists, naturalists, entomologists and other experts from Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama will host booths and give presentations on butterflies, bats, caterpillars, pollinators, spiders, crayfish, native plants, native and exotic arthropods and more.
Success Stories
She knew she wanted to teach even when she was just a kid, but Dr. Molly Nicodemus also realized pretty quickly that she wanted to teach older students at the college level. Now an associate professor in the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences at Mississippi State University, Nicodemus has embraced a new teaching role with adolescents and teens as a volunteer leader for the Winston County 4-H Horse Club.
In late February, Mississippi State University hosted the 2024 National Floriculture Forum, an annual conference held at different locations around the country.
Andy Berry has many roles—Mississippi state senator for District 35, including Copiah, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, and Simpson Counties; executive director of the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association; cattle farmer; and former Lawrence County 4-H’er.Andy Berry has many roles—Mississippi state senator for District 35, including Copiah, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, and Simpson Counties; executive director of the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association; cattle farmer; and former Lawrence County 4-H’er.Andy Berry has many roles—Mississippi state senator for District 35, including Copiah, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, and Simpson Counties; executive director of the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association; cattle farmer; and former Lawrence County 4-H’er.