Poppy Mixon's 2026 4H Steer Project

HENRY COUNTY 4-H · PARIS, TN

Hi, I'm Poppy! This is my steer, Mr. Moo-agi

I’m a 5th grader raising and training my steer, a ShortHorn x Maine Anjou x Angus cross, for the 2026 Henry County Youth Livestock Show & Sale in Paris, TN. Follow along while I learn hard work, responsibility, and everything it takes to get a steer ready for the ring.

Read My Story
Support Me at the Show
ShortHorn x Maine Anjou x Angus
Mr. Moo-agi's breed cross
Born in Paris, TN
Local Born & Bred entrant
Feb 12, 2024
Mr. Moo-agi's birthday
Poppy Mixon doing daily chores as part of her steer project
MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Countdown to Steer Show Day

I show Mr. Moo-agi at 2:30 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Henry County Fairgrounds in Paris, TN. I am counting down the days! I hope you can come support all the kids’ projects.

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Until showtime. Here is my whole show week schedule.
Wed, Aug 26
Livestock arrives at the fairgrounds
Thu, Aug 27 · 9:00 AM
Hog show
Thu, Aug 27 · 11:00 AM
Lamb show
Thu, Aug 27 · 1:30 PM
Goat show
Thu, Aug 27 · 2:30 PM
Steer show, that is me and Mr. Moo-agi!
I show
Thu, Aug 27 · 7:00 PM
Auction, steers, goats, lambs & hogs
Thu, Sep 3 · 6:00 PM
Buyers Banquet, Commercial Building
WELCOME

A little about me and my project

I’m Poppy Mixon, a 5th grader at Lakewood Elementary School in Henry County, Tennessee, and I’m raising and showing my steer, Mr. Moo-agi, for the Henry County Youth Livestock Show & Sale in Paris, TN. My goals this year are simple, but big: learn more about animal care, hard work, livestock as a business, and teamwork, and figure out what the 4-H steer project is really all about.

Mr. Moo-agi is a ShortHorn x Maine Anjou x Angus cross. He was born February 12, 2024, right here in Paris, TN, so he’s also entered in the Local Born & Bred competition. I made this site so I can share how it’s going, and so people coming to the fair or thinking about bidding can learn more about us.
Meet Me & Mr. Moo-agi
Cartoon caricature of Mr. Moo-agi the steer dressed as a karate black belt
MEET THE MASCOT

Mr. Moo-agi

I gave him this nickname because he’s steady, focused, and always ready to work hard in the ring, kind of like a Daniel in the movie, “The Karate Kid.”

EXPLORE MY SITE

Everything you need to follow along

Poppy Mixon petting Mr. Moo-agi at golden hour

Our Story

My goals, Mr. Moo-agi’s breed and background, and the family who helps me along the way.
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Lakewood School Eagles logo

My School

How Lakewood School supports my 4-H project, plus my teachers and my Speech Team.
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Poppy Mixon feeding Mr. Moo-agi on the farm with a cat nearby

About 4-H

What 4-H is, the skills I am building, and who helps Henry County exhibitors like me.
Learn more →
Exhibitors and their steers practicing showmanship at the Henry County Fairgrounds

The Show

My full HCYL schedule, Local Born & Bred info, and everything buyers need to know.
See schedule →
Poppy Mixon wearing a Henry County Fair t-shirt while leading Mr. Moo-agi

Henry County Fair

2026 “Moovin & Groovin” theme, dates, admission info, and how the show fits into fair week.
Fair details →
Close-up of Mr. Moo-agi with Poppy Mixon in the barn

Gallery

Photos and video from the barn, the farm, and show prep with me and Mr. Moo-agi.
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PROUD TO BE PART OF
Tennessee 4-H logo
National FFA Organization logo
Henry County, Tennessee Fair logo, a red barn with a rooster and windmill
Lakewood School Eagles logo
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