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County 4‑H offers YQCA certification to about 75–80 youth ahead of fair

Calumet County Extension Education Committee · March 10, 2026
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Summary

Calumet County 4‑H provided Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) training to roughly 75–80 youth this month to meet livestock show requirements and emphasize animal welfare and food safety.

Calumet County 4‑H provided multiple in‑person Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) certification opportunities this month so exhibitors would meet fair requirements and learn animal‑welfare and food‑safety practices. Program staff reported that the training reached approximately 75–80 youth.

The training, delivered in an accessible format, aimed to ensure exhibitors understand ethical livestock care and food‑safety standards required for county fair participation. Staff said offering repeated sessions helped accommodate different schedules and experience levels.