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Remaining 4-H, FFA Meat Quality Assurance Certification/Recertification workshops setBy Eldon Fisher CSU Extension, Golden Plains Area agent, youth Colorado Public confidence in our meat products is extremely important to the success of the livestock industry. Youth livestock projects play an important role in building or losing the trust of our consumers. It is important that youth livestock exhibitors exceed the standard in producing quality, defect free livestock for our consumers. In the past, a very small number of exhibitors have given youth livestock shows a bad name by using unethical and unsafe techniques to "win at all cost". As a result, strong Meat Quality Assurance program has been implemented in Colorado. Through the MQA workshops youth learn ethics and good production practices needed to produce a high quality, desirable product for the American consumer. If you need to attend this year you will be notified by your county extension office prior to the workshop. Those who must attend a MQA Workshop: 1. First 2 years taking a livestock project 2. Once at 12 years of age 3. Once at 15 years of age You have the option to test out of the workshop at 12 and 15 years of age but it is highly recommended to attend a workshop instead. The workshops allow for hands on learning and experience. There will be different stations pertaining to the 10 Good Production Practices set up at each location and each participant will have the chance to observe and learn with real supplies and equipment. Below is a schedule of workshops remaining in the state. Adams County--May 28, Sale Barn, Adams County Fairgrounds, 6:30 p.m. Yuma County--May 29, Schaffner's Auction Barn, Wray, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pueblo County--June 3, State Fairgrounds 4-H Building in Pueblo. Yuma County--June 5, Yuma Community Center, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Arapahoe County--June 5, Extension Office, 6:30 p.m. Larimer County--June 6, The Ranch, 6:30 p.m. Adams County--June 10, Sale Barn, Adams County Fairgrounds, 6:30 p.m. The workshops are various hours in length and you will have the opportunity to come any time during the listed period as long as you are able to participate at each station. Keep in mind that dates and/or times are subject to change so stay posted and be sure to call your local extension office if you have any questions. 5/26/08 Date: 5/21/08 Advertisement
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