2018 Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program Applications are OPEN - DUE June 1, 2018

The Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program is coming off another groundbreaking year. In August 2017, 20 Ambassadors boarded a plane in Dallas headed for the west coast. We traveled to California on an domestic agricultural experience. With visits to family farms, historic ranches, feedlot tours and various production facilities, Ambassadors were able to immerse themselves in the intense agricultural production systems of California. Ambassadors left the experience with a better understanding of dynamic agricultural production in a unique regulatory environment.

As Agents here in Travis County, we are looking for youth who are interested in learning more about the livestock industry through similar in-depth methods and who are interested in advocating for the livestock industry.  We want these individuals to serve in a leadership role in our County, as well as our State, assisting us with educational programs for 4-H members interested in showing livestock. 

Below are the 2018 application details and link for the State Level Ambassadorship.  Up to 25 applicants will be selected at the State Level.  The Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program booklet is available on the Travis County 4-H Website on the 4-H Livestock and Animal Information Page.

2018 Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Courses:

• Texas A&M University July 16-19, 2018 (Cost: $250)
• Texas Tech University/West Texas A&M University July 23-26, 2018 (Cost: $250)

Selection Criteria:

• Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that have exhibited a superior level of ambition regarding his/her livestock projects
• Students with a profound interest in animal science, animal production and advocacy
• Students have shown advanced leadership qualities and a willingness to help others
• Top 25% class rank

Application Process:

1. Applicant goes to: http://tamuag.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3O9MuXE8KeGj1sh
2. Student will complete the application and enter the contact information of supervising County Extension Agent
3. CEA will be automatically emailed a recommendation survey
4. A selection committee will review the applications and accept up to 25 participants per university
5. Applications are due June 1, 2018
6. Applicants will be notified by June 15, 2018 regarding application result