Chattooga County 4-H Invites Youth to Join Poultry Judging Team

Chattooga County 4-H is inviting youth to take part in its Poultry Judging Team, offering a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about the poultry industry.

Participants will learn about egg candling, meat cuts, carcass evaluation, and egg quality grading, along with other hands-on skills. Organizers say students are sure to have an “egg-cellent time” while gaining valuable agricultural knowledge.

An interest meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Chattooga County Ag Center. Those interested are encouraged to attend to learn more about the program and what participation involves.

The 4-H Poultry Judging Team helps students build confidence, decision-making skills, and a deeper understanding of agriculture.

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