The EGG-cellent Egg State 4-H Contest!

The Egg-cellent Egg Contest is a program for youth who have a flock of chickens that are currently laying eggs. Participants can submit up to 2 sets of half a dozen (6) eggs, which will be judged for the following: uniformity, exterior and interior quality. 4-Hers will learn more about egg production and compete against other members in the participating region. All participants who successfully complete the project will receive a t-shirt and ribbon (either participation or placing ribbon). 

What is required to participate?

1. Enroll in 4-H Online
2. Register by July 31, 2026, and pay the $15 fee to your local County Extension Office
3. Attend the two Zoom meetings
   1. Orientation Zoom on August 4, 6:00 pm
   2. Educational Zoom on August 18, 6:00 pm
4. Submit your educational supplemental video by September 16, 2026 via online
5. Submit your eggs for judging to the Henderson County 4-H Office by September 16, 2026
6. Winners will be announced in a Zoom meeting and shared via public sites!

Who is able to participate?

Any youth in North Carolina between the ages of 5-18 (by Jan 1st of the year) who is enrolled in 4-H Online is eligible to participate. If you are not currently enrolled, you can enroll in 4-H Online for free today as a member-at-large.  Instructions for enrollment can be found here: 4-H Online Enrollment

We look forward to you participating! Click below to learn more about the contest, egg judging, and educational information on the Google Site!