In the 1941 records of Union County Extensions, the 4-H programs began to expand into local schools. The inaugural 4-H Chick Program was launched in Union County, providing 50 chicks to seventeen 4-H students, who received a loan of $9.50 to cover the cost of the chicks and feed. The first Chick Sale took place in 1955, featuring 125 pullets that averaged $1.25 each.

After a hiatus, the Chick Program was revitalized in 2014 by Agent Shannon DeWitt. Today, 4-H members pick up their chicks from the Extension Office after they are delivered by the U.S. Postal Service in crate boxes. In 2024, each 4-H member placed a $60 deposit for a total of 20 pullets. Members return their six best chicks for auction in September, at which point they receive their $60 deposit back. They are allowed to keep the remaining chicks that survive.

As of 2024, the Chick Program continues to thrive within the 4-H community. The sale is held at the local Farmers Co-op or at Treavor Jones Farm, with local auctioneer Darrell Dyer facilitating the auction. This year, thirty-four 4-H members participated, showcasing the program's enduring legacy and commitment to agricultural education.