Redwood County 4-H

10/13/2026

06/13/2026

Recent cases of New World screwworm (NWS) in southern Texas serve as a reminder for livestock owners to stay informed about emerging animal health concerns and continue routine wound monitoring and care.

While important, the situation is not currently urgent for Minnesota.

State agencies and the University of Minnesota have interdisciplinary teams monitoring the situation carefully. Key information for Minnesota livestock owners and veterinarians includes:
• NWS does not overwinter in Minnesota's climate.
• Spread to Minnesota can occur from animals traveling from affected areas.
• Identifying and treating a NWS infection early is key to limiting fly numbers.
• Notify a state animal health official if you suspect NWS.
• Suspected flies and larvae will be forwarded to the National Veterinary Services Lab within 24 hours for evaluation.

What can livestock owners do?
• Stay aware and informed on the ongoing situation.
• Carefully check your livestock, horses or animals for slow-healing or worsening wounds, signs of discomfort, and maggots in wounds or body openings (e.g., navel or v***a), especially if traveling to/from NWS-affected areas.
• Contact your veterinarian right away if you suspect NWS.

Learn more at z.umn.edu/bdha

05/29/2026

Planning to show livestock this year? Don't forget that LQA&E or YQCA training must be completed in order to be eligible to exhibit at the State Fair!

LQA&E is good for 3 years and YQCA is good for 1 year. Learn more about this requirement at https://z.umn.edu/LQA-training.

Brown and Redwood Counties will host this year’s session on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:00–8:15 PM at Cedar Mountain High School, 207 Gallager St, Morgan, MN. Check‑in begins at 4:45 PM. The training is free, and snacks will be provided. Renville county will not be hosting a session this year.

Learn more at z.umn.edu/brownredwoodLQAE and register in 4‑H Online by June 10, 2026.

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

On May 28, 2026, five students passed the Artex Welding Skills Exam, earning their Cardinal Welding Certificate. Congratulations to Knox Kramer, Dylan Mertens, Tyler Sander, Hunter Tisue, and Erik Rasmussen. Special thanks to Artex for supporting us in this endeavor. Great work students!

05/29/2026

Register for the Buds and Blooms 4-H Photo Challenge!

Minnesota 4-H photography is excited to offer a statewide photography challenge to youth in grades K+. Youth will select one photo and write a few brief sentences stating why it's special to them and email [email protected]. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on June 8.

More info at z.umn.edu/budsandblooms2026

05/29/2026

Last night we had the opportunity to visit Help Tuck Them In in Tracy, MN and donate $5,000 to their incredible organization. Their mission is to ensure every child has a bed to sleep in, and it was amazing to see the impact they are making in our communities.

We are so thankful for groups like this that work tirelessly to provide such an important need for local families. Thank you, Help Tuck Them In for all that you do! ❤️

04/27/2026

Make an impact on your own schedule! Curious about what 4-H volunteers actually do? Join our upcoming virtual info session! We’ll walk through the different ways you can share your skills with local youth and show you exactly how to get started. Don't miss out on joining a community that’s all-in for kids!

04/23/2026

Redwood County 4-H Horse Project Wellness Clinic. Thank you to our coaches and clinicians - Dr Wagner, Dr Chelsey, and farrier Justin. Shout out to Birch Coulee Arena for hosting!