4-H Grand Champion red and white heifer
St. Paul – There was a total of 483 dairy cattle shown at the 2014 Minnesota 4-H Dairy Shows. The 4-H Dairy shows were held on the third day of the Minnesota State Fair, Saturday, Aug. 23. In addition to quality animals, 4-H youth must demonstrate their knowledge about the dairy industry. 4-H?Äôers learn important development and leadership skills
throughout their involvement with their projects and communities.
Ashley Gruenes, daughter of Arnie and Kris Gruenes of Richmond, represented Meeker County 4-H by exhibiting the Grand Champion Red & White Dairy Heifer at the 2014 Minnesota State Fair 4-H Dairy Show. Congratulations Ashley.
The 4-H Dairy Show at the Minnesota State Fair is one of the many educational events coordinated by University of Minnesota Extension and conducted by county educators and 4-H volunteers.
Ashley Gruenes proudly displays her Grand Champion red and white dairy heifer at the State Fair during judging Aug. 23. Ashley is the daughter of Arnie and Kris Gruenes of Richmond. Submitted photo.