DRYDEN — The Maine Beef Producers’ Association has announced that applications are being accepted for the Calves 4 Kids Program. 

Through the program, young people are given an opportunity to learn more about Maine’s beef industry, the various aspects of raising a beef heifer and what’s involved in showing a beef animal.

Youth wishing to be considered for the Calves 4 Kids Program must complete a four-page application that includes recommendation from a youth organization leader and three other nonrelated adults. 

If awarded a calf, the youth agrees to show the calf at the New England Livestock Expo Youth Show and one other recognized show.  At the appropriate time, the heifer will be bred to a registered bull. The first heifer calf born will be donated back to the program so that another youth may participate in the program.

For additional information or to obtain an application, contact Pamela Harnden, executive director of MBPA, at 645-2568 or [email protected].