Is it Prime, Choice or Select? Local 4-H’ers compete at State Meats Contest

The State 4-H Meats Contest was held Saturday, February 15, on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia.  According to Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, Bates County was represented by three 4-H members: Andrew Wepener, Etienne Wepener and Harrison Wepener.  The boys are members of the County Line 4-H club and are the sons of Angelia and Verne Wepener of Hume.

Ben Gallup, State 4-H Youth Specialist, reports that over 30 kids competed in the competition this year.  Plus, there were over 50 FFA students and their coaches who participated as a practice for their FFA district contests.  Katy Shircliff, UMC animal science doctoral student and collegiate meats judging, coach states, “These contests are a great way for students to connect with the University of Missouri.  Many have never been to the University before and this is a great way to help them feel welcome and get to know campus just a little better.”

The event was held in the Eckles Hall meat lab and members were able to view a variety of classes plus identify 30 cuts of meat.

To learn more about 4-H and how to get involved locally go online to http://mo4h.missouri.edu or contact the nearest University of Missouri Extension Center at 660-679-4167.