Annual Ag Discovery Day
Join us for Ag Discovery Day
The 4th Annual Ag Discovery Day, recommended for ages 9 and older, is an inclusive, educational event designed for individuals interested in animal agriculture. This immersive experience introduces participants to the fundamentals of young livestock care through hands-on workshops, expert-led instruction, and team-based problem solving.
During the workshop, participants will work in small teams guided by agriculture industry professionals—including veterinarians, farmers, and ag educators, rotating through interactive learning stations. Topics will include conducting physical exams, diagnosing common illnesses, colostrum management, newborn care, and birthing management. The morning concludes with a team competition where participants showcase what they’ve learned, followed by lunch and prizes.
This event blends education, enrichment, and fun, making agriculture approachable, practical, and exciting for all experience levels.
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals Training
Ag Discovery Day includes an opportunity to complete Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA), a national livestock quality assurance program designed for youth exhibitors. YQCA supports best practices in animal well-being, food safety, and ethical decision-making.
Skills You'll Practice in the Workshop
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Newborn Care & Early-Life Support
Foundational steps to support healthy starts.
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Physical Exams
Observe, assess, and document key health indicators.
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Colostrum Management
Best practices for timing, handling, and evaluation.
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Recognizing Common Illnesses
Early signs and when to escalate care.
Event Schedule
| Time | Activity |
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| 8:30 – 8:55 AM | YQCA Registration for Training session
Run by UW–Extension Manitowoc County. Requires separate registration at yqcaprogram.org . |
| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | YQCA Training Session |
| 9:30 – 10:00 AM | Workshop Registration Open to Public |
| 10:00 – 10:15 AM | Welcome, Workshop Overview & Team Assignments |
| 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Team Station Exploration
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| 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Team Competition, Lunch & Prizes
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Don’t miss this hands-on agriculture experience.
Join us for Ag Discovery Day and discover how animal agriculture comes to life.
UW Extension – Manitowoc County
YQCA Training Partner
Partnership & Equal Opportunity
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.
