4-H Youth Development
4-H is a unique organization, in that it is the only youth development organization with oversight and sponsorship by the federal government. At the federal level, 4-H is administered by the United States Department of Agriculture, through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
The federal government partners with the Land-Grant Universities, of which Kansas State University is one. K-State Research and Extension, as part of KSU, administers the 4-H program in cooperation with the local Extension governing units.
Through our educational mission, we help youth to learn by doing and to lead by example. In 4-H, we are committed to providing a positive experience for as many young people as possible. Not just with the belief that 4-H grows great kids, but the belief that by preparing our youth for school, work and life that we are contributing to a vibrant economy for years to come.
4-H Enrollment and Re-enrollment
The State 4-H Office has provided step-by-step instructions on how to access and enroll in the 4-H Online 2.0 system. These instructions can be found at by clicking this link.
What Projects Are Offered?
4-H members typically enroll in a variety of projects, including things like clothing, electric, entomology, fiber arts, foods, forestry, geology, home environment, leadership, pets, photography, plant science, shooting sports, spacetech, visual arts, animal projects and others. Community clubs typically have structured business meetings, and emphasize community service, recreational activities and improving communication skills
Livestock Shows & Information
Kansas Junior Livestock Show (KJLS)
Kansas State University Youth Livestock Program
Youth Quality Care Animals Login