Livestock
COUNTYWIDE LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION
Purpose of the Livestock Association:
- Members enrolled in beef, sheep, or swine projects may choose to also join the Livestock Association
- The group meets regularly to conduct educational programs
- Youth have the opportunity to show their animals at the County Fair or at other events
- Members can become Youth Representatives of the Livestock Association
- The Livestock Association plans and conducts the 4-H Livestock Sale at the County Fair
Ages:
3-13 grades
Cost:
Varies based on animal and level of involvement.
Equipment Needed:
Depends on the level of involvement. Youth do not need to have access to an animal to participate.
Project Add Deadline:
January 1st
Association Meeting Locations:
Ozaukee County Fairgrounds, Pavilions North & South
Association Meeting Dates & Times:
7:00-9:00pm on the following dates:
- September 15, 2025
- November 17, 2025
- January 19, 2026
- March 16, 2026
- May 18, 2026
- June 15, 2026
- June or July TBA – Area Animal Science Day
- July 27, 2026 – Work Night
Livestock Board Meetings:
Location: Northside of the Ozaukee County Fairgrounds Pavilion
Dates: 2025-2026 TBA.
Resources:
Livestock Handbook 2025-2026
PEDv Factsheet
How to register for YQCA and retrieve certificate
Youth Rep Application (.pdf)
Countywide Project Contact Leader:
Livestock Association Secretary: oz.4h.livestock@gmail.com
Beef Project: Steve Rathke at 262-391-7476 or jrathke65@hotmail.com
Sheep Project and Meat Goat: pending
Swine Project: James Hoerchner at 262-689-3605 or jimhoerchner1104@gmail.com