What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to assess whether traditional 4-H project activities foster career exploration and youth development.

May 28, 2026

Beyond Livestock Contests

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The aim is to assess whether traditional 4-H project activities foster career exploration and youth development.
Conducted a survey focused on youth involved in the 4-H swine project.
Analyzed responses to gauge impact on career options and life skills development.
Survey results indicate a positive influence of the 4-H swine project on youth development.
Participants reported enhanced career exploration and life skills acquisition through involvement.

Abstract

Youth must be provided opportunities to explore career options, be introduced to science and technology related to these career choices, and develop fundamental life skills to become productive members of society. Do traditional 4-H project activities provide these opportunities? To answer this question, a survey was conducted to determine the impact of the 4-H swine project on youth development.

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