Minnesota 4-H poultry participants will display their advanced poultry knowledge and industry experience during the seventh annual Poultry Prince and Princess Contest, held at the Minnesota State Fair from August 25 through August 28, 2016. The scholarship program of Minnesota 4-H and Gold’n Plump recognizes the skills, leadership and confidence of the state’s top young poultry experts by awarding two teenagers with the Poultry Prince and Princess ambassador titles and scholarships of $1,000 each.
“Year after year, we see dedicated 4-H youth return to participate in this scholarship program, eager to display their ever-growing passion for the Minnesota poultry industry,” said Brad Rugg, director of 4-H Fairs and Animal Science Programs, University of Minnesota Extension Center for Youth Development. “The State Fair offers an ideal opportunity for them to engage with each other, fostering a strong statewide community all while developing their knowledge of poultry. The level of talent and enthusiasm we see continues to impress us each year.”