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Your support keeps truth alive in Decorah—donate to local news today! ARLINGTON, Iowa — Youth from northeast Iowa gathered at Starmont High School in Arlington on June 10 for the 2025 Iowa 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest. Thirty-four 4-H members from Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette and Winneshiek counties showcased their dairy knowledge in fast-paced rounds testing their understanding of dairy nutrition, anatomy, herd health and industry practices. Senior division participants competed for a chance to represent Iowa at the National 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl in November in Louisville, Kentucky. "The Dairy Quiz Bowl is more than just a competition—it's a dynamic way for youth to build confidence, deepen their knowledge and connect with others who are passionate about the dairy industry," said Celine Beggs-Shoemaker, 4-H animal science education specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Delaware County won the grand champion title in the senior division following standout performances from Tyler Hoeger, Ford Domeyer, Madalynn Arnold and Braden Ronnebaum. Fayette County earned the reserve champion title with team members Lily Holthaus, Kelsey Timp and Jayden Timp. Delaware County's Team KLM earned the grand champion title in the intermediate division with Karl Zumbach, Logan Voekler and Morgan Hoeger. Dubuque County took the reserve title with Adley Rae, Carson Rauen and Ellie Simon. Delaware County continued its winning streak in the junior division, earning the grand champion title with Anna Zumbach, Katie Voekler, Kaitlynn Arnold and Will Zumbach. A mixed team from Winneshiek and Delaware counties earned the reserve title with Luke Schnittjer, Derek Voelker and Jared Schmidt. Before the team rounds, each participant completed a written exam. These individual scores helped determine team seeding and contributed to final match results. The top individual scorers in each division were: Junior Division – (tie) Anna Zumbach and Will Zumbach, Delaware County Intermediate Division – Adley Rae, Dubuque County Senior Division – Tyler Hoeger, Delaware County The contest was supported by volunteers, coaches, the Iowa State University Department of Animal Science, the ISU Extension and Outreach Dairy Team, and the Iowa 4-H Foundation. For more information about Iowa 4-H Youth Development, contact your ISU Extension and Outreach county office or visit the Iowa 4-H website. Elevate your inbox with the DecorahNews.com newsletter! Receive free thought-provoking articles, actionable advice and inspiring stories every week. For more information about the Iowa 4-H Youth Development program, visit your ISU Extension and Outreach county office or explore opportunities on the Iowa 4-H website.

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From Nutrition to Herd Health, Northeast Iowa 4-H Members Show What They Know