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Animal Science Project InformationYouth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA)Required for State Fair and KJLS, Recommended for all Animal Science Project MembersYQCA is required for all youth livestock exhibitors at the Kansas State Fair and KJLS regardless of species. This certification is available to complete online. Even if you are not planning to attend the KS State Fair or KJLS, livestock members are encouraged to participate in a YQCA training to learn more about this program.Rookie Guide—Kansas Youth Livestock State Nomination ProcessThe information included in this “Rookie Packet” is targeted to new families/households who will be nominating livestock projects for the first time. However, it may be useful to any family who has questions about the nomination process. https://www.asi.k-state.edu/research-and-extension/youth-programs/nominated-livestock/2018% 20Rookie%20Guide.pdfKansas 4-H EID Tags required for Kansas State Fair and Kansas Junior Livestock Show (KJLS)All animals nominated for the Kansas Junior Livestock Show and Kansas State Fair will be required to be tagged with the Kansas 4-H EID tags. DNA hair samples in official DNA envelopes are also required and will be ordered online through ShoWorks.Need information about 4-H animal science deadline dates and learning opportunities? Bookmark this page! https://www.asi.k-state.edu/research-and-extension/youth-programs/• Nomination Information for Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and Kansas Junior Livestock Show (KJLS)• State Shows• K-State Judging Camps• Camps, Clinics and Local Events• Spring Shows• National Events• Kansas 4-H EID Tags• DNA Collection Instructions• 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes• Junior Producer Days• K-State Animal Science Leadership Academy • Educational Materials• Meat Judging Resources26