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Agriculture
Animals and agriculture are a necessity at the State Fair! Each year we welcome over 7,000 animals over 11 days as part of our junior and open show livestock competitions.
While they are here competing for top awards and cash prizes, make sure to stop by the barns to keep you connected to Wisconsin’s strong agricultural roots.
Make sure you take a look at the animal and barn schedules as not all animals are in the barns for the entire State Fair. Check out all the details below!
Check Out Agriculture at State Fair
Agriculture Demonstration Series
Presented by Compeer Financial. Each video showcases a different type of animal shown at State Fair, how their exhibitors get them ready for competition day, and what the judge is looking for in the show ring.
Animals
Wisconsin's largest agricultural showcase has a can't-miss line-up! Featuring animals from large and small to mature and young, visit Ag Village to see them up close and personal.
Barn Closures
For the safety of the animals, exhibitors and Fairgoers, barns must be closed to allow animals to leave and the barns to be cleaned for the arrival of new animals and new exhibitors. On days the barns close early for animals to leave, certain streets in Ag Village will be closed or have limited access.
Agriculture Special Events
There are thousands of animals that come to the State Fair each year. Don't miss these popular highlights throughout the 11 days of the Fair!
Barns & Show Rings
Over seven thousand animals will participate in judging events during the eleven days of the Wisconsin State Fair. Check out all the barns and show rings for when different types of animals will be staying in the barns and competing in the events.
Century and Sesquicentennial Farm Program
Presented by Hillshire Farm and Compeer Financial. The Century Farm Awards Program began in 1948 in conjunction with the State of Wisconsin’s Centennial Celebration. There are currently nearly 10,000 Century Farms nestled throughout the Badger State.