by Leslie Bryde | Dec 16, 2025 | Clover Connections
Four 4-H members – Sveinna Bjarnarson, Hailey Klassen, Laura Seward and Sigga Vigfusson – proudly represented 4-H Manitoba at Agribition in Regina this year, competing across a wide range of judging classes including water samples, seed identification, honey, Speckle Park bred heifers, alpacas, prospect steers, light horse, Charolais heifer calves, and Hereford bull calves. A special congratulations goes to Hailey, who earned the highest mark in the seed identification category, where members were challenged to correctly identify approximately 20 different seed crops. Members also placed very close to the overall top five once again this year. This strong showing reflects the dedication and knowledge of our members, and we are excited to continue building skills and confidence with the goal of seeing one or more of our members reach the top five at Agribition in 2026.
Special thanks to BUNGE for sponsoring our 2025 4-H Manitoba Judging Team!
by Leslie Bryde | Dec 16, 2025 | Clover Connections
4-H Canada will be launching a mix of new and returning scholarships early in 2026. More details — including eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply — will be shared with provinces in the new year. Watch for more information in upcoming Clover Connections.
by Leslie Bryde | Nov 20, 2025 | Clover Connections, eZine, Featured
Congratulations to four current 4-Hers – Allison Beaumont, Sarah Meggison, Brooklyn Piasta and Ashlyn Whetter – who have been awarded the 2025 Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarships. Please read Leaders of Tomorrow press release for more information.
To read an article about the Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship winners published on November 2 on www.portageonline.com, please visit https://bit.ly/3JDJ0j1.
by Leslie Bryde | Nov 20, 2025 | Clover Connections, eZine
This month, we are pleased to highlight one of our valuable major sponsors – Richardson Pioneer.
Richardson Pioneer is a dedicated supporter of 4-H Manitoba and for the third year in a row is a 2025/2026 Pledge Sponsor as well as a great supporter of Agri-Career Quest.
When asked about their continued support, Todd Moffat, Senior Director with Richardson Pioneer said this:
“At Richardson Pioneer, we started working with the Manitoba team in 2022. We look at 4-H and the mutual values it teaches it members. To mention but a few, teamwork, and a collaborative spirit to understand our work. A strong work ethic in a public facing environment. We look at the values and see a lot of alignment with what we look for in our people. Those values are a solid foundation for which oneself can head out into the world with some core characteristics in which to be successful.”
We are so thankful to Todd and Richardson Pioneer for believing in 4-H Manitoba and the continued development of Manitoba youth.
Support Richardson Pioneer where you can….because they support us.
by Leslie Bryde | Nov 20, 2025 | Clover Connections, eZine, Featured
Throughout November, 4-H Canada wants current and former 4-Hers to share photos and stories of their 4-H memorabilia for Show Your 4-H Colours. Please read SY4HC Instructions for more details.
To read an article about Show Your 4-H Colours published on November 5 on www.discoverwestman.com, please visit https://bit.ly/47IDN1l.
by Leslie Bryde | Nov 20, 2025 | Clover Connections, eZine, Featured
The MYSA competition offers Manitoba youth aged 11–24 the opportunity to develop public speaking, leadership, and advocacy skills while exploring important agricultural topics. Participants prepare a 5–7 minute speech on one of five questions, competing in Junior (11–15) and Senior (16–24) categories. Winners advance to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto in November 2026.
MYSA is a partnership between Manitoba Ag Days, Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba 4-H Council, Ag in the Classroom-MB, University of Manitoba, and Assiniboine College.
For topics, dates, prizes, judging criteria, and registration, visit https://agdays.com/mysa/
