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Hollis and Jill Rockwell have been involved with 4-H since their youth. Today they are deeply involved with the 4-star Beef 4-H Club and both hold positions on the Oceana County Farm Bureau, Hollis on the Board of Directors and Jill on the Promotion and Education Committee. Hollis advocates for Michigan’s agricultural needs at the Ag Legislative Breakfast hosted by MSU Extension bi-monthly. Additionally, he currently holds the position of Vice President for the Oceana County 4-H Market Livestock Committee. Hollis is the current Beef Barn Superintendent at the Oceana County Fair and Jill is involved in various projects with Oceana 4-H. She helps organize and run the Oceana County Folk Festival, Oceana County Farm Bureau Spring Break Day Camp as well as the 4-H Community Wide Yard Sale and Bake Sale. Jill is involved in educating 4-H youth in meat quality and selection and also on Michigan’s Potato Industry. Jill has held the position of treasurer for the 4-H Small Market Animal Association Committee and is currently a member of the Oceana County 4-H Youth Council, helping make decisions for the overall educational goals and growth of Oceana County 4-H.
Because of 4-H I have learned how to use animal science to expand my heard. This knowledge has helped me continue being a 4th generation to show and raise cattle in my family.
— Molly Lake, Gratiot County
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he Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recognizes 4-H volunteers who exhibit excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership in agriculture-related areas. 2024 4-H Salute to Excellence Award winners pictured include Robert Richards (left) and Jennifer Specht (right). Click on the button below to view all of the 2024 4-H Legacy Award winners!