Junior Livestock
Entry Questions
Questions regarding entering can be emailed to: entryoffice@wistatefair.com
Our mailing address is:
Wisconsin State Fair
Entry/Agriculture Department
640 S 84th St
West Allis WI 53214
Volunteer Adult Contact Information
Junior show exhibitors MUST declare a Volunteer Adult Contact at time of entry. Options include either A) Group or B) Individual. Details and VAC application available TBA.
DNA/RFID ANIMAL IDENTIFICATION
All Wisconsin State Fair DNA identification requirements for Beef, Sheep and Swine (market and non-registered breeding stock) must be submitted by May 21st to Wisconsin State Fair (DNA Hair). To read more click here
YQCA
Wisconsin State Fair is pleased to announce continuation of the national certification program “Youth for the Quality Care of Animals” (YQCA). Completion of the program will be required for all youth who exhibit animal projects (beef, dairy, goats, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine) at the Wisconsin State Fair Junior Shows. For more information go to yqca.org
JUNIOR ELIGIBILITY
Animal Shows Age Requirements: Participation in the Wisconsin State Fair Junior animal shows (beef, sheep, swine, dairy, goats, poultry and rabbits) is open to any boy or girl 12-19 years of age as of January 1st of the current year. Youth must be an active/participating member in good standing of a bona fide, adult-supervised Wisconsin animal-based youth organization by March 1st of the current year.
For 2020 the following youth organizations are approved for exhibitors showing in Junior shows:
Wisconsin 4-H
Wisconsin FFA
Wisconsin Junior Angus Association
Wisconsin Junior Ayrshire Association
Wisconsin Junior Brown Swiss Association
Wisconsin Junior Guernsey Association
Wisconsin Junior Hereford Association
Wisconsin Junior Holstein Association
Wisconsin Junior Jersey Association
Wisconsin Junior Southdown Association
Wisconsin Show Pig Association
Wisconsin Rabbit Breeders Association
Junior exhibitors will submit all entry information and fees directly to State Fair online. Questions regarding entering Wisconsin State Fair can be emailed to: entryoffice@wistatefair.com
YOUTH CENTER
Youth Center Rules and Regulations
OTHER JUNIOR FORMS/INFORMATION
MAP to Gates 9 and 5 Junior Rules and Regulations (ALL JUNIOR EXHIBITORS MUST READ) Junior Judges (Available July 3) Pre-Fair Feed and Bedding Order Form (Available in July) Non-State Fair Animal Show Waiver Fitting Rule Waiver Form Youth Center Menu (Subject to Change) Judge Nomination Form What's New in the Junior Shows
Youth Organization Membership: Wisconsin Youth Organizations interested in offering members an opportunity to participate in the 2020 Wisconsin State Fair Junior livestock shows must submit an application to Wisconsin State Fair for approval by January 15, 2020.
Entry Information
Junior Dairy Goats
Show Dates: August 5 – 9, 2020. In this competition, dairy goats are evaluated on criteria such as the presence of desired maternal attributes, a full and balanced udder, the overall correctness of their body proportions and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Dairy Cattle
Show Dates: August 5 – 9, 2020. In this competition, dairy cattle are evaluated on criteria such as the presence of desired maternal attributes, whether a cow has a full and balanced udder, the overall correctness of their body proportions, and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Boer Goats
Show Dates: August 5 – 9, 2020. In this competition, Boer goats are evaluated on criteria such as the presence of idealness for meat production, the overall correctness of their body proportions and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Swine
Show Dates: August 5 - 7 & 10 – 13, 2020. In this competition, swine are evaluated on criteria such as the presence of desired maternal attributes, idealness for meat production, the overall correctness of their body proportions, and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Sheep
Show Dates: August 10 – 13, 2020. In this competition, sheep are evaluated on criteria such as the condition of their wool, idealness for meat production, presence of desired maternal attributes, the overall correctness of their body proportions, and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Beef Cattle
Show Dates: August 10 - 13, 2020. In this competition, beef cattle are evaluated on criteria such as their idealness for meat production, the presence of desired maternal attributes, the overall correctness of their body proportions, and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed.
Junior Poultry
Show Dates: August 12 – 14, 2020. In this competition, poultry are evaluated on the overall correctness of their body proportions and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed. Exhibitors are evaluated on their knowledge of and their ability to handle and maneuver their animal.
Junior Rabbits
Show Dates: August 5 – 7, 2020. In this competition, rabbits are evaluated on the overall correctness of their body proportions and how well their characteristics match the standard for their breed. Exhibitors are evaluated on their knowledge of and their ability to handle and maneuver their animal.
