NON-ANIMAL 4-H PROJECTS
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Passion -Kindness - Respect – Commitment – Responsibility – Teamwork – Support – Sportsmanship – Leadership – Patience – Hard Work – Communication - Honesty
EOT COUNTY SHOWCASE
July 2020
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Look inside for: How to register your project, important dates/times, classes, livestock show info, and more!
2020 EOT 4-H Premium Book
Table of Contents
How to Register for County Fair…………………………………….. Page 2
County Fair Showcase Schedule ……………………………….…… Page 3
Exhibit Guidelines …………………………………………………... Pages 3-5
- General Exhibits
- Livestock
State Fair Info ……………………………………………………….. Pages 5
Volunteer Code of Conduct & Conflict Resolution ………………… Pages 5-7
General Exhibits …………………………………………………….. Pages 7-19
Livestock Exhibits …………………………………………………... Pages 20-26
How to Register for the County Fair
All projects must be entered online via Fair Entry.
Registration is open June 17th - July 13th .
How to use Fair Entry:
1. Go to: eastottertailcounty..
2. Click on “Sign in with 4HOnline”
3. Use your 4HOnline username and password. “Role” is listed as “Family.”
4. Click “Begin Registration”
5. Click “Individual”
6. Click the radio button before the name of your chosen youth
7. Click “Continue”
8. Check your details. If all is correct, click “Continue to Entries”
9. “Add an Entry”
Follow directions on attached guides to finish adding projects
University of Minnesota Extension Staff
Janet Malone, Extension Educator 218-639-0116
Sarah Ukkelberg, Extension Educator 218-282-0602
Liz Lange, Office Manager
NY Mills Office Telephone: 218-385-5420
Lama Show – Check with office for local show to attend.
Dog Show – Check with office for local show to attend.
Livestock Judging on Zoom (meeting links will be sent following registration)
Tuesday July 21st
TBD Zoom Judging for Grades 6+ Static Projects
Thursday July 23rd
9:00 a.m. Goat Show
12:00 p.m. Beef Show
3:00 p.m. Poultry Show
7:00 p.m. Sheep Show
Friday, July 24th
10:00 a.m Dairy Show
3:00 p.m. Rabbit Show
6:00 p.m. Swine Show
The University of Minnesota Extension Program is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
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PREMIUM LISTS
Be sure to read the general rules on the following pages.
Premium list can be retrieved at the Otter Tail County webpage.
4-H EXHIBIT RULES
Minnesota 4-H has developed a series of policies that are put into place to provide continuity in programming from county to county and address risk management of our events and activities at county and state fairs. These statewide policies are accessible here: These include but are not limited to:
● Absentee judging of projects
● Judging experiences for youth with disabilities or injuries
● Cloverbud Policies and other info regarding age, judging procedures, showing animals, etc…
● Code of conduct
● Grievance Policy
● IAFE Show Ethics – pdf of IAFE Show Ethics only (here)
EXHIBITS
1. If exhibition requirements are not met (and permission is not granted by 4-H Program Staff), youth will not be eligible for all show related premiums, awards, and participation in the state event. (Auction participation is a county decision.)
2. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H member and completed during the current 4-H year unless otherwise noted. In the non-livestock area, 4-H’ers may bring up to 3 items per lot but must select the quantity for the number of items you plan to bring in each lot on Fair Entry.
3. Note - Cloverbud exhibits, including livestock posters, should not be judged blue, red and white. Instead, all should receive participation recognition.
4. Education Exhibits / Science Exhibits Blue, red, and white ribbons will be awarded.
Educational Exhibits / Science Exhibits will be evaluated on the following requirements...
Exhibit quality 25%
Educational value 25%
Knowledge and ability to explain 50%
5. Copyright Law and Infringement:
Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and creators of “original work. Original work includes a person’s ideas captured in writing or as an image, photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording.
All original work – including information found on the web – is subject to copyright protection. The author/creator has exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, perform or make derivative works.
Before using another person’s work as part of your 4-H exhibit, be sure that the work is subject to fair use, has a creative commons license or that you have requested and received permission (in writing) to use the original work. If an exhibit infringes on copyright law, a decision may need to be made to remove the exhibit from display at the county or state fair.
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Conference Judging Experience
1. Read your premium book as to what is expected for an exhibit in that area of project work and how one is to label and display the exhibit.
2. Register and enter projects on Fair Entry between June 17th and July 13th.
3. Manage the time you have for your 4-H project work:
Plan what you’re not going to do (and delete them from Fair Entry) and what you’re going to do with plenty of time to spare just in case the original plan didn’t work so you have time to start over. (If it worked as planned then you have free time or money in the bank as they say. Time management and money management take the same planning skills.) A maximum of 3 projects are recommended for Cloverbuds.
4. Set deadlines or goals for completion of project work. Make yourself a calendar of 4-H project work days (to-do lists in a calendar box works great) know judging days and schedules. This is a great organizer tool to learn at an early age as it is a life skill we all need. It’s important to learn to take ownership of one’s own responsibilities. (Younger youth can do this with encouragement and role modeling.)
5. Eat healthy and drink plenty of fluids on judging days, quite often it is hot and a little extra sleep the night before is helpful.
6. Dress neatly and modestly. You and your project appearance are important as well as your knowledge. You will have more confidence in yourself if you come dressed comfortable and look great in as well. Think of judging as a job interview, you are sharing your skills and knowledge in hopes to receive top honors (or get the job).
7. Prepare yourself for possible questions. Most often a judge will ask the 5 W’s and the how questions: Who are you? What did you make? Why did you make your project? What are you going to do with your project? What did you learn by doing your project? How did you make your project? Who helped you? These are a few examples of questions to be prepared for. (You can ask the judge questions as well.)
8. Come 15 minutes early for your judging schedule (The early bird gets the worm) Lateness creates stress. A stressed participant doesn’t do as well as a non-stressed one. (This is one of many benefits to learning time management.)
9. 4-H project work in not about winning and losing; it’s about participating and developing knowledge, life skills and friends. Awards and recognition are just a bonus. You are the best and
4-H is just one of many programs within the community to help “Make the Best Better”. (Thanks for choosing 4-H.) Remember sometimes our greatest learning and character building can come through a disappointment if we keep a positive and teachable attitude.
10. Come with excitement in your heart to share your learning and a smile on your face to greet all those new and old 4-H friends. Have Fun!!!
Note to Parents: 4-H is a “learning by doing” experience. However, your guidance is greatly needed in your child’s 4-H experience. Not to do it for them but to do it with them; verbal praise and encouragement are essential for youth development, getting the needed supplies for project work, answer the questions they may have, or perhaps be the audience they need to practice their demonstration are just a few ways you can assist your child/children in having a productive 4-H youth development experience. Children spell love TIME and the 4-H program gives families the opportunity to spend time learning and growing in life skills together.
Note to Club leaders: Club Tours are a great way to prepare youth for the county fair; please try to schedule one into your calendar. Also remember your new families may not understand the steps to this process so please take the time to help them through this process of county fair registration and conference judging.
Call Janet at 385-5424 or Sarah at 385-5421 at the Extension office with any questions. See you at the virtual fair!
ANIMAL SCIENCE
Please have animals properly ID’d- 4-H tag, tattoo, registered tags etc. All registered animals MUST have papers at the County Fair.
1. Beef, dairy, dairy goat, horse, lama, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have the required State
4-H ear tag and/or tattoo. Animal ID data must be submitted online unless otherwise arranged. After ID deadlines 4-Hers can go to 4-Honline to check for accuracy, however if an error is found only the office staff can edit the ID profile. Market beef and dairy steers by February 18, 2020. All other animals by June 1, 2020.
2. All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member’s family or leased by agreement. The family includes the
4-H’ers parents or guardians and siblings living together as a family unit. The definition of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents with the 4-H’ers parents actively involved with and working on the farm. Animals owned in partnership with non-family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within the lease agreement.
Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor’s name and/or the exhibitor’s family name. All livestock must be shown by the 4-H exhibitor (see #3 for swine, goat and sheep exception) except when a youth may need help because the animal is out of control or in the case of the youth having a physical or mental handicap.
3. Market Swine, Market Goat and Market Sheep only- because of weight class division, in the event of one 4-H member having 2 animals in the same lot, another 4-H member may show the 2nd animal.
4. 4-H'ers exhibiting livestock at the County Fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit (this includes bedding, hay, hoses, buckets & washing materials).
5. Note- Cloverbud exhibits, including livestock posters, should not be judged blue, red and white. Instead, all should receive participation recognition.
6. All livestock exhibits, including showmanship and interviews must be pre-registered. (Members in animal projects may exhibit one animal per class, unless stated otherwise.)
7. All 4-H'ers exhibiting livestock at the fair are eligible to participate in in interviews and showmanship. 4-H'ers must show his/her own animals.
8. All grooming of livestock, including clipping, trimming, and blocking (all species) must be clearly done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family, or any other registered Minnesota 4-H member. Immediate family members are defined as being parents, stepparents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers or sisters. The
4-Her exhibiting the animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the fair. Exhibitors in violation of this rule may show for ribbon only and will not be considered for championship, State Fair trips, or auction.
9. To show in the registered breed classes, animals must meet the registration requirements for that breed and registration papers must be available. Animals without proper registration papers (crossbreeds and grades) must be shown as commercial.
10. All animal health regulations as stipulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society will be in effect.
Premise Id’s are required for swine & sheep
Due to packer expectations, premise ID’s are required for all swine & sheep. Please Contact the Minnesota Board of Animal Health at
651-201-6816. It will only take a few minutes to be assigned an ID.
Responsibility of Exhibits: The Fair Management is not responsible for loss or damage to exhibits.
EXHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK IN MINNESOTA
SUMMARY OF STATE RULES FOR 2020 EXHIBITORS
Livestock known by the exhibitor to have an infectious, communicable disease or to have been exposed to an infectious, communicable disease or to be from a quarantined herd may not be entered in the exhibition.
Cattle, Swine, Goats, Sheep: No health certificate required. The Official Veterinarian will order the immediate removal to a quarantine facility or removal from the exhibition premises of any livestock with symptoms of infectious or communicable diseases. This includes livestock with warts or ringworm.
Horses: No health certificate required. Coggins test on file in the Extension Office. Horse Helmet Policy: All 4-H’ers participating in any 4-H sponsored mounted activity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy includes 4-H volunteers when working with youth in a 4-H volunteer role during mounted activities.
Dogs: Dogs over 6 months of age must have a certificate of “valid DHL-Rabies-Parvo Vaccination” issued by a licensed Veterinarian. Modified live virus vaccine and trimune accepted for 36 months, killed vaccine accepted for 12 months.
Rabbits, Waterfowl & Pigeons: No health certificate required.
Poultry: All chickens & turkey exhibits must have a statement of origin or an official form stating they came from a pullorum-typhoid clean flock tested within 12 months or an official form indicating they are negative to the pullorum-typhoid test.
NOTE: Due to the difficulty of obtaining pullorum-free hatchery certificates, bantams & guineas may not be exhibited at the County Fair unless they are obtained from a hatchery & have a pullorum-free certificate.
Turkeys must be tested at a laboratory for typhimurium & mycoplasmas, or have a statement of origin if less than 5 months old.
STATE FAIR OR STATE SHOW ELIGIBILITY AND UPDATES
1. Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, and State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon exhibits only (see State Dog Show Rules for exceptions).
2. Members selected to represent the county at State Fair and State Horse Show must accompany their project and must have completed sixth grade. State Fair registration information will be released when available.
4. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun, Demonstrations, Arts-In, or judging teams.
petitive events, deadlines, consequences and exemption options: Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible for a “one time” member exemption. The exemption provides the ability (one time in a member’s career) for the 4-H member to acknowledge they missed a 4-H deadline related to enrollment or competitive event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline up to one week past the deadline.
6. Distribution of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota 4-H wants to provide as many 4-H members as possible the opportunity to experience the Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure that as many youth as possible have the opportunity to participate in a livestock experience at the Minnesota state fair, staff and volunteers are asked to follow the outlined process for the distribution of unused livestock quota trips.
4-H Volunteer Code of Conduct:
Any individual participating and/or volunteering with the Minnesota 4-H program at any level (individual, club, county, regional, state, national and international) is subject to the behavior standards and rules governing participation and involvement as outlined in the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct. In addition to the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct, there may be additional policies, rules, and procedures relating to specific 4-H events and activities that will also apply to those events/activities.
The Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct applies to both face-to-face and online environments and will be enforced with 4-H members, 4-H parents and 4-H volunteers as follows:
While participating in or attending a 4-H sponsored program (e.g. club meeting, project meeting, activity, event, learning opportunity).
At the county fair while participating in or attending a 4-H event or while on premises used for 4-H purposes
(e.g. show ring, exhibit building, barn, food stand).
At the state fair, during their (or their child’s) assigned encampment or assigned volunteer responsibility.
In addition, the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct applies and will be enforced as follows: At all times during the year of service for 4-H members who agree to represent Minnesota 4-H to the public by accepting a statewide 4-H leadership role (e.g. state 4-H ambassador, state 4-H PDC member). At all times throughout a volunteer’s service when behavior outside of the Minnesota 4-H puts youth at risk or has the potential to put youth at risk.
The opportunity to participate in and/or volunteer with Minnesota 4-H is a privilege and honor, not a right. All youth participants, parents/guardians supporting their child’s participation in 4-H, and volunteers are expected to sign the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct before becoming involved with Minnesota 4-H. Continued participation in Minnesota 4-H is based on individuals meeting the requirements of the program including the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct.
Infractions to the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct will be addressed and may result in consequences. Because Minnesota 4-H is a safe place for youth and adults to learn from their mistakes, minor disruptive or inappropriate behavior will first be addressed through redirection and coaching. When the nature of the offense is more severe or there is a pattern of minor disruptive or inappropriate behavior, violations of the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct will result in consequences. The consequences may range from a verbal warning to the loss of privileges (e.g. participation at the event or future events, forfeiture of awards or other forms of recognition, forfeiture of positions of leadership, limitation on volunteer responsibilities) to full removal from Minnesota 4-H. Consequences may be applied to entire 4-H entities, when applicable.
1. I understand that the Minnesota 4-H Youth Development program is a non-formal education program in which I have an option to volunteer. I will complete the expectations of my volunteer assignment, working with staff and volunteers to create quality learning environments for youth. I accept my responsibility to engage in program activities and to excuse myself from this volunteer assignment if it does not meet my volunteer objectives. I recognize the organization has the responsibility and authority to remove individuals who are serving as volunteers that are disruptive to the 4-H Youth Development program or for any other reason the 4-H Youth Development program deems appropriate.
2. I accept my responsibility to represent the University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Youth Development program by holding myself to the standards of the 4-H pledge and motto. I will refrain from behavior that negatively represents myself, my family, my community, 4-H or the University of Minnesota.
3. I acknowledge that the 4-H program utilizes competition related to project work as a tool for learning. I will demonstrate good sportsmanship, encourage this behavior in program participants and other volunteers, and not allow this behavior to detract from the learning experience. I will not let my personal desire to win overshadow the needs of the group or violate positive youth development principles.
4. I accept my personal responsibility to be informed and follow the policies, rules and deadlines established by Minnesota 4-H. I will not cheat, lie, knowingly furnish false information, deceive, or otherwise engage in dishonest, unethical or illegal behaviors. I will not encourage others to disregard or intentionally violate conditions of Minnesota 4-H participation.
5. I will act in a respectful and responsible manner during all 4-H programs. I will comply with directions of 4-H officials acting in the performance of their duties. I will not obstruct or disrupt any 4-H program or encourage others to engage in such conduct. I understand that a judge’s decision is final.
6. I will promote a spirit of inclusion and welcome participation of individuals from all backgrounds. I will encourage youth involvement in decision making. I will practice fair-mindedness by being open to ideas and opinions of others. I will comply with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination laws. I will not participate in behaviors that discriminate against other people.
7. I will communicate (oral, written and electronic) in an open, honest, respectful manner in all situations involving the 4-H program. I will refrain from communication that is negative, offensive, destructive or hurtful to others. I will refrain from sharing private matters in a public group setting. I will not engage in or tolerate slander, put-downs, insults, taunting, name-calling, yelling, profane language, sexual innuendos and other comments or hostile behaviors likely to offend, hurt or set a bad example. If I witness this type of behavior, I will contact the staff member. If the situation is escalating to where I feel unsafe, I will contact the authorities.
8. I will ensure a safe environment for myself and others involved in 4-H programs that I am leading, implementing Minnesota 4-H risk management practices. I will not act in an irresponsible or potentially hazardous manner. I will access and operate machinery, vehicles and other equipment in compliance with laws, rules of the 4-H program, and general safety practices.
9. I will model healthy choices. I will not offer alcohol, tobacco products or illegal substances to youth. I will not possess or use illegal substances. I will not use alcohol or tobacco products during a 4-H program. I will not attend 4-H programs under the influence of alcohol or any illegal substance.
10. I will be courteous and respectful of other individuals and their property. I will dress in a manner that is appropriate, tasteful and respectful for youth. I will not use, abuse or take another individual’s personal belongings. I will not damage facilities.
11. I will abide by the University of Minnesota policy on the safety of minors. I will not have sexual contact or a sexual relationship with a member. I will not use physical punishment for discipline. If I have reason to believe that a member is being neglected or physically or sexually abused, I will make an immediate report of the neglect or abuse to a law enforcement or social service agency.
12. I will abide by the University of Minnesota policy on possession and carrying of weapons (firearms and other dangerous weapons as defined by Minnesota law.) I will not possess or carry a weapon while on University property or during attendance at a 4-H program, regardless of location, except in the following two circumstances: (1) I am lawfully storing a firearm inside a personal motor vehicle, or (2) I have been authorized by the 4-H program to possess and carry firearms at 4-H Shooting Sports/Wildlife programs.
13. I will use appropriate channels within the University of Minnesota Extension to address concerns and conflicts, working towards resolution. I will accept the decision of the individual and/or group that has the leadership and authority to make the decision, even if the decision is not the one I personally desire.
14. I will demonstrate behaviors appropriate as a positive role model. If I have a guest or guests in attendance at a 4-H program, I will encourage them to abide by the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct and ask them to leave if they are unable to abide by the code. I recognize that if the guest’s behavior interferes with the learning, my guests may be asked to leave the 4-H program.
15. I will expect youth and adults participating in the programs I lead as a 4-H volunteer to follow the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct. If behaviors contrary to the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct are demonstrated during a 4-H program, I will address the situation appropriately and consult with my staff supervisor when needed..
East Otter Tail County 4-H Conflict Resolution Policy
When conflict, concerns, disagreements arise at club meetings, federation meetings, county fair judging, livestock shows, food stand, or any event held in the name of East Otter Tail County 4-H the following guidelines are to be followed:
1) Preventing conflicts, issues and disagreements are possible by simple thinking through the situation, by looking at it through the lens of the other person/s involved, as well as having a positive attitude. Likewise, remember that decisions are made through the democratic process. ALL can be heard, but not ALL will have the decision favor their understanding or view point. Accept the process and work towards unity. Attitude is everything when preventing conflicts and dealing with issues and disagreements that
harm the growth of the 4-H volunteers, its members and the organization as a whole.
County Fair judging is a “subjective” means of reaching a decision. It is just the way it is. Judges orientation will inform the judges of the expectations; however, every person has a preference and a bias. Focus on what you can change and not on what cannot be changed.
Youth development is the goal. Ribbon placing is not a measure of learning. It is simply the external outcome of project work. Learning produces character growth.
2) However, when conflict arises
a. Have a private conversation between the parties, volunteers and staff.
b. Listen to the concern, their side of the story and what is the underlining issue
c. Keep people accountable to their words
d. Plan for a response as part of the conversation; be kind, be gentle, be patient, be prepared
3) When a conflict cannot be resolved between the parties, volunteers and staff.
a. Bring the concern to the 4-H Extension Educators
b. 4-H Extension Educators will bring the parties together for resolution
4) When conflicts arise at the county fair livestock shows
a. First resolve the issue between those involved
b. Second, if not resolved bring it to the 4-H Extension Educators.
c. Lastly, if no resolution results, the issue in all situations can be brought to livestock committee.
CLUB EXHIBITS
[pic] CLUB BANNER
Club Activity - Banner
Requirement:
1. Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang vertically.
2. It must be completed and equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3’ 8”) and ready to hang.
3. Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two-sided.
4. Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used.)
[pic] CLUB PROJECTS
Club Bench
Club Scrapbook³
Club Window Box
³ -Show & explain club activities & community participation
[pic] COMMUNITY PRIDE - Club
|Club Activity - Community Pride |
Two exhibits will be selected for State Fair.
Requirements:
1. The exhibit may include a three-sided display, video, or other visual method which visually highlights the entire project or certain parts in a manner which tells the public what positive effects the project had on the community.
2. Two club youth who participated in the project may represent the club in conference judging.
Note again in 2020, Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
[pic] DEMONSTRATIONS
|Demonstration - Grade 6+ Individual |
|Demonstration - Grade 6+ Team |
|Demonstration - Grade 3-5 Individual |
|Demonstration - Grade 3-5 Team |
[pic] LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS (At County Fair)
|Livestock Demonstration - 6+ Individual |
|Livestock Demonstration - 6+ Team |
|Livestock Demonstration - Grade 3-5 Individual |
|Livestock Demonstration - 3-5 Team |
[pic] ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS
|Illust. Present. - Grade 6+ Individual |
|Illust. Present. - Grade 6+ Team |
|Illust. Present. - Grade 3-5 Individual |
|Illust. Present. - Grade 3-5 Team |
[pic] YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS
|YIA Demo - Grades 6+ Individual |
|YIA- Demo - Grades 6+ Team |
|YIA- Demo - Grades 3-5 Individual |
|YIA Demo - Grades 3-5 Team |
Requirements:
- Demonstration / Illustrated Presentations may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of interest or expertise the 4-Her has. Presentations may be an individual or a two-person team. Individual presentations shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length.
- Demonstrations are an oral presentation that includes actually demonstrating the hands-on ….continued on next page…. steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most often includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing. Ex: demonstration could involve using bedding plants, potting soil and related items to demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of the Demo there should be something of a "finished product". Demos may also include the use of supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). However, the focus of the Demo should be on the "doing", not the supporting visuals.
- Illustrated Presentations are an oral presentation that presents an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educational or informative format. For example, an Illustrated Presentation could be a report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to Washington DC or an educational presentation that explores sustainable energy options. Illustrated Presentations often consist of interaction with supporting visuals like posters. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Supporting visuals may include tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes place with the item.
- Youth in Action presentations are interactive, continuous presentations that are approximately 45 - 50 minutes in length. Topics selected for a Youth in Action demonstration may be related to a project in which the member is enrolled or to any other area of interest or expertise the member has. Involving the audience in the process is the primary focus of Youth in Action and constitutes a major portion of the evaluation results.
- Presentation Software (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks. If Presentation Software is used in a Demonstration, the presentation software should supplement the Demonstration (hands on demonstrating should still be the basis of the entry). If used for an Illustrated Talk, the presentation software can be the basis for the entire talk; however the member must interact with the presentation and information - not just step to the side and let the presentation play. (Self-presenting entries created with presentation software should be burned on to a DVD and entered in the “Video” class.)
Special NOTE: If presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-Her is responsible for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging.
GENERAL 4-H PROJECTS
4-H’ers may bring up to 6 items per project area. On FairEntry, you must create an entry for each individual item. If you bring three different jars of jam, a quantity of 3 will need to be selected.
General 4-H project areas (except for Cloverbuds) will be broken down into grade levels; grades 3-5 and grades 6+. When registering for the County Fair on Fair Entry, you must select the grade level that you just completed.
[pic] 4-H ADVENTURES
Requirements:
- This area is for youth who to exhibit work learned through their participation in a 4-H Adventure program.
[pic] AEROSPACE
Requirements:
- Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel); recovery system should be in place and operative.
- Members should be familiar with safety codes in 4-H curriculum.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Flyable models built from kit or your own design.
- Non flyable models built from kit or your own design.
- Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project.
- A rocket launch.
[pic] AGRONOMY
AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A display or presentation highlighting the technology used in agriculture such as GPS tools, drone use, implement technology, yield mapping, genetic engineering, seed traits, agricultural chemistry, precision agriculture, on-farm research, side by side trials, etc.
CORN
Requirements:
-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety, soil and agronomy information of the crop if exhibit is a crop sample.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A two-quart exhibit of shelled corn, placed in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars.
-A display of ears of dent corn, consisting of 6-10 ears of corn of the same variety.
-A bundle of corn stalks, consisting of stalks of the same variety.
-An educational display illustrating corn’s plant reproduction, different types of corn, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, plant part identification, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc.
FORAGES
Requirements:
-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle, clear container of ensiled forages or in a sample 4-6 inch slab of a bale of forage. Forages include alfalfa, warm season grasses, cool season grasses, sorghum, native grasses, silage, etc. It is recommended that a sample analysis of your forage accompanies the sample. (Kits from DHIA are available at the Extension Office, )
-An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: nutritional analysis of feedstuff, plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc.of forages.
PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Take soil samples and compare soil analysis (soil analysis can be done by obtaining kits at your local Extension Office).
-An exhibit showing different varieties of forages, cover crops, etc. (seed or plant)
-A plant life cycle exhibit highlighting the growth of a plant from seed to a mature plant.
SMALL GRAINS
Requirements:
-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
• A two-quart exhibit of any small grain variety’ must be placed in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars. This could include wheat, oats, rye, barley, etc.
• A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.
-An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a small grain.
SOYBEANS
Requirements:
-Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crop must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A two-quart exhibit of soybeans; placed in a clear two-quart jar or 2 clear one-quart jars.
-A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.
-An educational display illustrating plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants or seeds, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a soybean.
SPECIALTY CROPS
Requirements:
Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.
-Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-An adequate sample of a specialty crop such as sugar beets, edible beans, black beans, kidney beans, field produced sweet corn, peas, carrots, potatoes, popcorn, etc. Dried products should be in a two-quart jar; fresh products on a plate or flat box.
-A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.
-An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a specialty crop.
WEEDS & PESTS
Exhibit Suggestions:
-A display or presentation highlighting any current pests in agriculture or horticulture. Could include their life cycle, prevention or treatment, their impact on the plant, etc.
-A weed display or book identifying different weeds in agriculture or horticulture. Highlight one weed in depth, a class of weeds (such as grasses or broad leaves) or a collection of different weeds. Could include identification details, life cycle, weed control, the impact on crop production, etc.
-Note: Do not include live or dried noxious weed samples in your display (check current listing at ). If you are bringing in a sample of weed seeds, put it in a sealed container.
• BICYCLE
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or first aid, etc.
- Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class or service club.
[pic] CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Requirements:
- Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and other characteristics of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and well-being.
- If the exhibit is designed to be interactive with children, the item is to be used with children before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/craft materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw-away material.
- Babysitting kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor.
- Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and narrative, activity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/or families.
- Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with description of what was learned
- A creatively developed program and/or item used for or with a person with a special need (gifted, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.).
[pic] CITIZENSHIP
Exhibit Suggestions:
- 3-Ring binder, report binder or 3-sided display reporting on community projects and/or citizenship activities which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include plans of action as well as the evaluation of each.
- A written narrative and/or visual communication presentation of 8 to 10 minutes, using photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to solve problems.
[pic] CLOTHING AND TEXTILES
|Clothes You Buy |
|Clothes You Make |
|Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy |
|Fashion Revue Clothes You Make |
|Non-Garment |
Clothes or Non Garment You Make Requirements:
- Each garment must include an information tag listing: pattern company name and number, fiber content of fabric and care instructions, member name and club.
- Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned before exhibiting.
- Items constructed should be appropriate for skill level and experience of exhibitor.
- New in 2020: A separate State Fair line up for non-garment to be judged on Clothing Day prior to the fair. Champion and Reserve Champion will be selected for non-garment project work.
Clothes or Non Garment You Make Exhibit Suggestions:
- A project such as a pillow top, tote bag, chef’s apron, skirt with elastic waistband, backpack, etc.,
- A constructed garment made from a pattern
- Creative sewing. Ex: wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as knitting, cross-stitch, etc, incorporated into garment.
- Clothing or textiles display showing a "fact" or "why" related to clothing selection, care.
- Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explanation of steps used.
Clothes You Buy Requirements:
- The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2"x 11" binder with, at minimum, the following information:
a) Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes.
b) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment was purchased and examples of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe and include inventory of wardrobe.
- Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and pressed before exhibiting.
Clothes You Buy Exhibit suggestions:
- A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan.
- A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc.
Fashion Revue Clothes You Make or Buy Requirements
- Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased as a part of their 4-H clothing project.
State Fair: Clothing exhibitors can use the same garment to participate in Fashion Revue & regular clothing in the same year.
[pic] CLOVERBUDS
|Important Cloverbud Information: |
|4-H Cloverbuds (K-2nd grade) may enter 6 classes. It is recommended |
|they exhibit no more than 6 projects total, Livestock and |
|Non-Livestock. Premiums will be paid for a maximum of 6 exhibits. |
|Premiums and Cloverbud ribbons awarded. Cloverbuds are |
|non-competitive. |
| |
|Livestock: Cloverbuds limited to one animal per specie. In dairy or |
|beef project, they may exhibit a beginner calf (Born after March |
|1st). A parent or older 4-H’er is required to lead and handle the |
|animal and be in control at all times. |
No State Fair trips in this division.
Requirement: Must have completed Kindergarten or grades 1-2.
CLOVERBUD – NON-LIVESTOCK
Cloverbud Non-Livestock
- Ideas: 3 cut flowers in a vase, potted plant, vegetable creature or creation, a nutritious food snack, crafts like a pillow, placemat, etc., rock creature, paper bag puppet, interesting objects of nature, tree leaf collection, display of insects, simple craft item.
Cloverbud Pet & Cat Show
Cloverbud Demonstration - Individual
Cloverbud Demonstration – Team
Cloverbud Purchased Clothing
Cloverbud Constructed Clothing
Cloverbud Fashion Revue
CLOVERBUD - LIVESTOCK
Cloverbud Beef
Cloverbud Dairy
Cloverbud Dairy Goat
Cloverbud Meat Goat
Cloverbud Poultry
Cloverbud Rabbit
Cloberbud Sheep
Cloverbud Swine
Cloverbud Lamb Lead
Cloverbud Beef Interview
Cloverbud Dairy Interview
Cloverbud Dairy Goat Interview
Cloverbud Meat Goat Interview
Cloverbud Poultry Interview
Cloverbud Rabbit Interview
Cloberbud Sheep Interview
Cloverbud Swine Interview
Cloverbud Horse – Barrels
Cloverbud Horse – Western Pleasure
Cloverbud Horse – Showmanship
[pic] COMPUTER
Requirements:
- Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on documentation, screen print, and summary. 4-H'ers are responsible for providing and securing any hardware used for judging; hardware may not be left on display.
- Reports and written summaries should be bound in a booklet or placed in a folder.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices involved when buying a computer, how computer software can be put to use. Include statement of purpose, written plan for use, and examples of use.
- Program/software developed by the 4-H member including a statement of objectives, discussion of program. Program/software be original or adapted by the member from an existing program.
[pic] CONSUMER EDUCATION
Requirements:
- Exhibitor should be able to explain choices and reasons.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same included.
- Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing feature, costs, etc., best items selected with reasons why.
[pic] CRAFTS & FINE ARTS
- Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in Fine Arts & Crafts.
Note: All exhibitors are awarded at the state fair Blue, Red & White Ribbons, counties can elect to award participation ribbons. Then evaluation panels may determine special purple recognition awards.
CRAFTS
Requirement:
- Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a craft/kit.
- Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements/principles. Exhibits developed from someone else's ideas exactly replicated or replicated with modifications.
- All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.)
Exhibit Suggestions:
- For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship.
- Basket making, tie dye, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc.
FINE ARTS
Requirement:
- Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art.
- Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the 4-Hers own ideas and imagination.
- All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.)
Exhibit Suggestions:
- For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery.
- Original work (no kits) in drawing, painting, sculpture, print process, textiles, pottery, etc….
[pic] DOG EXHIBITS
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures.
- Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc.
[pic] ELECTRIC
Requirements:
- A wiring diagram or schematic must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Working electrical item constructed for home, yard, or farm.
- Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch locations, fuse boxes, wire size, capacities, fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, number of circuits, type of wiring installation.
- Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explanation of what it is and how it is used.
- Ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical experiment (may or may not have worked), educational display used in teaching others, etc.
• ENGINEERING DESIGN
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ENGINEERING DESIGN CHALLENGE LEVEL 1 & 2 (State Challenge)
Engineering Design Challenge Team Member:
Level 1 - grades 3 -8.
Level 2 grades 7 - 12.
Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one of these classes.
An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on Rube Goldberg, an overly complex contraption designed to accomplish a simple task. The best machines use a variety of everyday items to create a series of chain-reaction steps to accomplish a simple task. In the project, youth not only employ physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to create their machine.
This activity is a team event of at least 3 and no more than 10 members.
Requirements:
Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2 Handbooks at z.umn.edu/4hedc for complete details.
Teams of at least 3 youth
Minimum of 10 steps
Machine must operate in 2 minutes or less
Exhibit physical size limited to 6 ft x 6 ft x 6 ft
Explain one thing/step on the machine that uses science content and skills to help solve a problem/challenge
Need to keep a written record illustrating the process of doing the project.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Engineering Design Challenge machine itself
- Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of the doing the activity/project
Note: Again in 2020, the State Engineering Design Challenge for Level 1 and 2 will be held at a site other than the State Fair. However, challenge teams are invited to showcase their machine and project at the State Fair. Participants can also have other general projects judged. The State Engineering Design Challenge Event will be held on August 3, 2020 in St. Cloud.
AQUATIC ROBOTICS
Requirements:
- Design and build their own remote-operated vehicle (ROV)
- Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/AIS education
- Work in teams of a least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit
- Illustrate the community partnership (example: DNR, Water Resource or Lake Association)
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display, binder, poster illustrating the project process
- Exhibit of ROV
- Display showing their use in AIS education
ENGINEERING DESIGN
If entering Legos into Engineering Design, the project must meet the requirements below. If not meeting these requirements, enter Legos in Self- Determined.
Requirement:
- Include description of the problem/challenge being solved
- Include description of the engineering design process/steps undergone to solve problem
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Display, binder, poster illustrating the project process
-Exhibit of engineering design product
-Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career
ROBOTICS
Note: The goal of the 4-H robotics program is for the 4-H members to explore STEM through designing and building a functioning robot. The robot can be either programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be created by an individual or a group.
Requirements:
- Label exhibit parts with name & county on all pieces of the exhibit.
- Include description of robot’s ability to sense, follow a plan and complete an act
- Exhibits may have a one page report explaining the function, purpose and construction of the robot.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- A robots, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc.
[pic] ENTOMOLOGY
Requirements:
Insect Collection exhibits:
A. Collections shall be contained in a glass topped case (drawers available for purchase in varying sizes); approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24" x 18" x 3” Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position. Place project label on lower right corner of glass top. Only one case per exhibitor is allowed.
B. Specimens must be collected, not purchased
C. Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project.
D. Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points.
E. Specimens must be properly labeled.
1) The location, date, and collector must be included on the labels. County and state and country should be included. Optional: Include nearest town or township where the specimen was collected, habitat it was collected from (e.g. on elm tree; on lake shore; indoors.), and common name of the insect.
2) Labels should be visible so they can be read. Use permanent ink marker or pencil to write labels, no printed labels. Ballpoint ink or non-permanent markers are not acceptable.
F. More info available: .
A. Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology.
B. Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews with an expert etc.)
C. Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) accepted if the project can be self-sustaining for up to 14 days without special care.
D. A written report or journal should accompany the project, introducing the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predicting an outcome, stating the results, and discussing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used.
Exhibit Suggestions:
1. General Insect Collection: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects representing at least 8 orders.
2. Insect collection can include (not limited) to a collection of a single order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), collection of immature insects, collection of insects from habitat (e.g. aquatic, forest, or prairie), collection of specific crop pests
3. Non-Collection Project ideas: life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle), scientific investigation (e.g. insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), or insects in current events.
[pic] EXPLORING ANIMALS
Requirements:
- 4-Hers who wish to learn more about a given species. Animal ownership is not required.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- An educational exhibit to show or explain something 4-H’er made, did, learned, or may explore consumer issues, breeds or careers.
[pic] EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display on environmental pollution describing the causes, effects on people and other living things, and methods to correct the situation.
- Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture.
- A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish. Include pictures or drawings and information on habits, foods, and shelter needs.
- Display showing erosion control practices such as minimum tillage, terraces, contour strips, grassed waterways, field windbreaks, water control structures, etc.
[pic] FISHING SPORTS
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Fish identification. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected Minnesota fish; develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit identifying the parts of a fish.
- Fishing Knots. Identify how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing equipment.
- Safety practices/techniques that are related to fishing or boating.
- Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco-system.
[pic] FOODS AND NUTRITION
FOOD AND NUTRITION
Requirements:
- Exhibit may be food items and/or displays.
- Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and information sources, nutritional values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as appropriate to that exhibit.
- The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, three-dimensional display, scrapbook, balance beam, charts, journals, pictures, slides, equipment, supplies, photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, taped interview, file of ideas, research study, etc.
- Pictures, food models, plaster, plastic, papier-mâché, etc., are preferable to perishable foods in an educational exhibit. Perishable foods should be used only if they add to or help explain the educational exhibit. If perishable food is a part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging.
- Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be discarded, must include a colored photograph of the food. The photograph should be taken prior to the County Fair and attached to the display. This photograph and a 3x5 note card listing nutrition information and the recipe will be displayed at the exhibit instead of the food.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- One serving of a nutritious food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.). Include 8½ x 11 poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a photo of the food.
- Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate.
- Make a food or fitness plan and show how it relates to nutritional and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball team, a teen who doesn't have a lot of time).
- Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices.
- Study how physical fitness and/or food choices relate to disease.
- Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content like fat, fiber, and sugar.
- Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.
- Nutrition/food science experiment.
FOOD PRESERVATION
Requirements:
- All recipes, procedures, and times followed must be according to current USDA and/or National Center for Home Food Preservation recommendations.
- All food preservation exhibits must be labeled with a 2” x 3” label. Labels to include county, name, grade, product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water bath or pressure canner), date, processing time, date processed and source of recipe. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used.
- Jars must be heat-tempered glass canning jars.
- All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two piece jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.
- Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one-half pint jars for jams and jellies; 2- 1 pint jars or one quart jar for pickled items.
- Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food preservation publications, available through the Extension Office. Note: Paraffin is not acceptable.
- No artificial food coloring should be added to entries.
- Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic bags or airtight plastic bags. The quantity of dried foods should be: fruits and vegetables - 1/2 cup or more of each, herbs - 1/4 cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of jerky
- Preserved within the past year.
Exhibit suggestions:
Suggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag of product:
- Vegetables or fruits
- Jams, jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads (no frozen)
- Pickled products (fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa).
- Meats, poultry and/or fish. (Fish must be in pint jars.)
- Dried vegetables or dried fruits.
- Dried herbs.
- Beef or venison jerky.
- Food science experiment or educational display.
FOOD REVIEW
Exhibit suggestions:
- Bring photo, menu, & recipe to fair for display only
[pic] FOREST RESOURCES
Requirement:
- Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Collection of leaves or needles with twigs, identified with their common name. Common name should be printed near the identified leaf/needle.
- Photographic display of forest products--include the name of the product/use to identify the photograph.
- Displays: tree growth; annual ring cross-sections; make a seed collection, layers of the forest; renewable versus non-renewable resources; forestry careers; leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; tree road maps. forest succession; tree and forest measurements; fire's effect on the forest; how trees grow; forest types; harvesting methods; entomology of the forest; pathology of the forest, forest products: syrup, wood, trees, etc., woodland management, including shelterbelts/windbreaks, urban forestry.
- Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree--include name of tree, drawings or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate information.
[pic] FRUIT, VEGETABLE AND HERB GARDENING
FRUIT
Requirement:
-If displaying a fruit sample, exhibitor should bring 4-6 items of one variety of fruit and include a 3 x 5 index card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club of exhibitor.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Display showing a comparison of several varieties of the same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process; illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes.
-Educational display illustrating diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control.
HERB GARDENING
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Educational display showing some aspect of raising or using herbs.
-An herb container garden planted in a tub, pot, or planter.
-A dried sample of herbs you have raised, harvested, and dried (in an airtight container)
LARGEST VEGETABLE
Requirements:
-Include an information card with name, plant variety and date planted.
-Stalks of Field Corn should have roots on the stalk.
Exhibit Options:
-Squash
-Cabbage
-Pumpkin
-Melons
-Tallest Stalk of Field Corn
POTATOES
Requirements:
-If displaying a potato box, you need 6-10 potatoes of the same variety or 2-3 varieties (this year’s crop) similar in size with variety identified on a 3 x 5 card.
-Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Display a box of potatoes that contains all the potatoes in that hill (all the potatoes one plant produced)
-Display a box of potatoes of 6-10 potatoes
-Educational display illustrating diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald.
VEGETABLE GARDENING BOX
Requirements:
-Label vegetables with proper variety names.
-When exhibiting a collection of vegetables, the collection should include six different kinds of vegetables (For example: 1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small specimen = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project choosing any combination of the following:
• One large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)
• Three different medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc.)
• Two small vegetable specimen’s and 6- 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, lima beans, etc.)
• Potatoes may not be included (enter under the Potato project).
VEGETABLE PLATE
Requirement:
-Label vegetables with proper variety names.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-On a disposable plate, display a collection of vegetables that includes one or more kinds of vegetables, choosing any combination of the following:
• Large vegetable specimen: 1 sample (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)
• Medium sized vegetable specimen: 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, asparagus, etc.)
• Small vegetable specimen: 6- 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, cherry tomatoes, jalapenos, lima beans, etc.)
[pic] GEOLOGY
Requirement:
- Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass-topped case of the same model as used by the entomologists (approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3"). Specimens should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using the label described on page seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed. Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. Member must have knowledge specimen identification as to rock or fossil type.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collection (see geology bulletin), six silly silicates.
- Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing.
- Polished rock types used for decorative items such as paperweights and jewelry; include an unpolished specimen of each rock type.
- Educational exhibit showing the "science how's and why’s" dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences.
[pic] GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Poster or report explaining what you learned as a result of a cross-cultural home stay experience.
- Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen pal, etc.
[pic] HEALTH
Exhibit Suggestions: …
- Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, eating disorders, sexuality, sexually transmitted disease, pregnancy, stress, depression) of your choice.
- Report on a community project that you conducted on a health issue. Include objectives, audience, timetable, program description, materials, community support and evaluation.
[pic] HOME ENVIRONMENT
Requirements:
- Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have written information to show how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected. They should know about the subject matter of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alternatives considered
- A photograph and report showing its place in the home environment must accompany exhibits that are items for the home.
- Pictures and wall hangings should be finished and ready to hang.
- Purchased kits ARE ALLOWED be used.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Finished or refinished wood item, or reupholstered furniture.
- Repaired, restored, or remodeled item for the home.
- Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of the inside or outside of the home including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs.
- An article remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of use.
- Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecorating or remodeling plan showing before and after.
[pic] HORTICULTURE
FLOWER GARDENING
Requirements:
-Label each container according to kind or variety.
-Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens)
-Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condition with ease.
Exhibit Suggestions:
-When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest:
• three stems of one variety of annual flowers, or
• one stem of a hardy perennial, or
• one stem of summer flowering bulbs, or
• one blossom of a tea rose, or
• one stem of a hardy shrub rose.
-Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.
-Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method.
-My Flower Garden - Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22 x 28". Include a plan of the garden drawn to scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming.
-Educational Exhibit showing the principles of propagation or reproduction, nutrition, culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows).
INDOOR GARDENING
Requirements:
-Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens)
-Potted Plants:
• Flowering plants should be in bloom.
• Foliage plants should be in vigorous condition.
• Plants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair.
-Plants In Hanging Containers:
• Container for the plant should not be more than 10" in depth or diameter.
• Maximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4'
• Evaluation will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condition, arrangement, hanger to container to plant relationship, and plants being well established.
-Terrariums:
• The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension.
• Terrarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibiting.
• Members must be able to identify all plant materials in their terrariums, know why they were selected for use (quality, container and design).
Exhibit Suggestions:
-Two or more varieties of house plants with common and botanical name.
-Terrarium or dish garden: consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of native and woodland plants of Minnesota.
-Educational exhibit showing plant propagation, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc.
[pic] LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Requirements:
- Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for State fair
- Evaluation will be based on design, neatness, plants used, and story told.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Landscape Plan (not to exceed 22" x 28") drawn to scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. Photographs showing "before and after" views are desirable.
- Design a project meeting for this project area (in booklet form) including what you would teach, how you would teach it, goals of your meeting, activities you would include, and visual aids you would use.
[pic] NEEDLE ARTS
Requirements:
- Each exhibit must include a consumer information tag, if appropriate, with the following information: pattern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and care instructions.
- Participant encouraged to bring instructions/pattern
- If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang.
Exhibit suggestions:
- Any item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery and crewel, counted cross stitch, needlepoint, hardanger, hand quilting, weaving, appliqué, latch hook, tatting, other.
- Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evaluation of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique.
- Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, or display about a needle arts heirloom from your family or local history museum. Exhibit must include information about how item should be preserved.
[pic] PERFORMING ARTS
Exhibit Requirements:
- Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member’s involvement or interest in the performing arts.
- To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selecting, planning, performing and reflection on their project work.
-Performance cannot last longer than 10 minutes.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Poster or display about your involvement or interest in the performing arts.
- A puppet and script made and created by member.
- Create and perform a short story, show, music selection, etc., and include a write-up about it.
- A journal or scrapbook (with written statements) of current performing arts experiences.
- An educational display of some aspect of music, drama, or performing.
[pic] PETS (Including Cats)
|Pet & Cat Show (July 14th at Perham Living) |
|Pets Exhibit |
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|Pet & Cat Show Requirements: |
|- Pet must be domesticated. |
|- Dogs may be shown in either pet show or in dog show but not both. |
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|Exhibit Suggestions: |
|-Educational display explaining pet care, health, nutritional needs,|
|etc.; exhibit must include a photograph of 4-Her with their pet. |
|- Pet related exhibit, i.e. photo album, history of species display,|
|animal care display. |
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[pic] PHOTOGRAPHY
Requirements for BOTH Elements of Photography and Photo Manipulation:
-All photos exhibited must have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current year
-The exhibitor’s name, club, county and exhibit class should be clearly printed on the back of the exhibit.
-Unaltered 4”x6” photos must be attached to the back of any exhibit in the “Photo Manipulation” category.
-For safety, no picture frame or glass is allowed
-Exhibits with multiple photos should use 4”x6” prints
-Enlarged photos should be 5”x7” or 8”x10”
-Photos should be mounted on mat board or poster board using neutral colors (white, tan, grey or black). Do not use construction paper or colored paper.
-Use 14 x 22” board for 5 or more photos in an exhibit. Cut smaller boards for enlargements
-Exhibits should reflect the appropriate size for the item designed, e.g. the photos used for an ornament, a calendar, a poster, or brochure would require different sized photographs.
Photo/Video Release Form - It is important to learn to use this form when including any person in your photograph or in your video that is NOT in 4-H. This verifies that the subject has agreed to have their photograph taken or be in your video. Keep this signed form in a file. Here is a link to the Talent release form in English and Spanish
PHOTOGRAPHY - Elements of Photography
This exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. Only overall image corrections are allowed including: cropping, exposure correction, color saturation, contrast, sharpening, and black and white or sepia conversion.
Equipment:
Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone may be used.
Please note: Supervision of the drone operator is important until they understand not only how to use a drone but also understand the etiquette and rules for using the drone.
Exhibit Ideas:
1. Photo Story:
-Show a town’s history or a family history. This could include photos of historic buildings, old photos copied from the historical society or library, family or individual portraits, etc.
-Develop a documentary of another of yours or a friend’s 4-H project or of your 4-H club’s community service project
-Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment
-Present a day in the life of – farm or city youth, a local professional person such as a school nurse or a firefighter, law enforcement office, or other interesting personality
-Exhibit a series of photos on how to make or do something
2. Common Theme or subject:
-Display a series of 3 to 7 photos of a common subject such as people, buildings, landscapes, animals, seasons, action, nature, weather, close-ups, etc.
3. Photographic Elements:
-Display a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate some photographic element such as composition, lighting, shutter speeds, depth of field, color, contrast, cropping, etc.
4. Panorama:
-Show a single image created in camera or a triptych (set of 3 photos intended to be used together) of several images created by moving the camera
PHOTOGRAPHY – Photo Manipulation
Entries in this category must involve editing with computer software such as Photoshop, Lightroom, IPhoto, Picasa, Gimp, Picmonkey, Pixi, Microsoft Publisher, etc.
Equipment:
Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone. A computer or tablet is required for photo manipulation.
Please note: Supervision of the drone operator is important until they understand not only how to use a drone but also understand the etiquette and rules for using the drone.
Exhibit Ideas:
1. Photo Series:
-Make a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate a common theme such as environmental issues, plight of pollinators, how to do something, etc. Photos in this category must involve digital editing
2. Enlarged Photo:
-Show a 5”x7” or 8”x10” print that has been digitally enhanced and illustrates software skills. An unaltered 4 x6” print must be attached to the back of the exhibit
3. Publications:
-Show calendars, brochures, posters that are created using computer software
4. Photo Novelties:
-Display mugs, puzzles, blankets, or other media on which photos have been printed
5. Slide Show:
-Make a compilation of photos with titles, voice-over or background music. For judging, exhibitor can show their exhibit on 14” x 22” poster board, computer or tablet.
[pic] QUILTING
Requirement:
- Each Item should include information listing: pattern book & name, fiber content of fabric & batting, and care instructions. If not quilted or hand tied by the 4-Her, state who tied or hand/machine quilted the final project. (Note: depending on skill level of 4-Her, someone else may do the final quilting).
- Item may be either machine quilted, hand quilted, or hand tied.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable.
- Repair of an old quilt.
- A display showing the history of quilting, fabrics and patterns used in quilting, or a topic of your choice.
[pic] SAFETY
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Explore a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home safety, farm safety, community safety, fire prevention, and first aid kit. Include an item for display representative of project activity.
- Prepare a First Aid Kit and be able to explain item uses
- Exhibit may be display, binder, poster, etc.
Special Award:The Otter Tail County Farm Bureau Ass’n (East Branch) will provide additional prizes for the Safety Poster exhibits. 1st Place-$15; 2nd Place-$10; 3rd Place- $5. Please send “Thank You’s” to c/o Kevin Meyer, 48694 Co Hwy 132 Henning, MN 56551.
[pic] SELF-DETERMINED (Including Legos)
Requirement:
- This Division is intended for an exhibit that doesn’t fit in any other project area. This is not a “catch-all” category but rather intentional self-directed learning.
- A team may consist of not more than three (3) individuals from the same club or from up to 3 different clubs from the same county.
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- To be eligible for State Fair, the member(s) must discuss the process of selection, planning and management of a self-determined learning experience.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Poster, display, or notebook showing the process of doing the activity/project along with display of finished work.
[pic] SHOOTING SPORTS / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Requirements:
- Exhibit may not exceed 12" deep x 24" wide x 36" high, except that a gun, bow and arrow, or taxidermy item may be included in a display and will not be considered in the calculation of dimensions.
- Follow MN and 4-H regulations for handling and storing firearms.
- No explosive materials are allowed. Arrows must be secured in such a manner so as to prevent their points or edges from being a hazard. Only sporting firearms and bows will be exhibited, displayed or demonstrated.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Safety techniques applied to shooting activities (e.g., range commands and range safety, eye and ear protection, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety-first aid, survival skills, etc.).
- Shooting Skills (e.g., basic safety rules, basic parts and functions of each piece of equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, position, etc.).
- Display illustrating key field identification features of a group of game animals (e.g., distinguishing various species of puddle ducks, differences among five look-alike species, etc.
- Leadership skills learned in your shooting sports club.
- History trapping, hunting, and firearms.
- Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, effects of values to wildlife of modern game laws and regulations.
[pic] SHOP
Requirements:
- Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of floor space.
- Attach a card to all exhibits describing construction materials, unusual joinery finishing techniques, and total cost.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Article made of wood or metal or a finished/repaired item
- Display on properties, uses, or processing of wood.
[pic] SMALL ENGINES
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Small engine that has been reconditioned or repaired.
- A device constructed by a member utilizing a small engine.
- Display on the parts of an engine, etc.
- An educational display of some aspect of small engine use, care, reconditioning, etc.
[pic] TRACTOR
Requirements:
- Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors
- Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display.
Exhibit suggestions:
- A poster, video, display, notebook, representing your learning.
- Restored, reconditioned, rebuilt tractor.
Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, history, use, purchasing decisions, establishing a custom business with your field or lawn tractor, or material prepared to train others.
[pic] VETERINARY SCIENCE
Requirements:
-May include models, diagrams, actual items and/or written articles.
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Diagram of your favorite animal with anatomy
- Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm, heartworm, displaced abomasum, hip dysphasia, scours, etc.
[pic] VIDEO / FILMMAKING
Tips and suggestions from 4-H photography judges to prepare your 4-H photography/filmmaking exhibit and get ready for judging at your county fair,
|Video/Filmmaking |
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|Video/Filmmaking – Production Team (2-3 members can come from different |
|schools/grades) |
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|Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a video image video |
|camera, digital camera, DSLR, time lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone,|
|tablet, Go Pro or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age |
|requirements to use a drone). |
Requirements:
-It is encouraged that when developing a 4-H video/filmmaking exhibit, members will develop skills beyond the classroom
-All video/filmmaking exhibits must be made by the exhibitor OR By a production team of which the exhibitor must be a member
The exhibitor’s name, grade, and club must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces. It is recommended that the video/filmmaking exhibit be 3-5 minutes and no longer than 10 minutes.
-All video/film footage exhibited must have been made/created DURING THE CURRENT 4-H YEAR. When appropriate, (i.e. historical sequences) older video clips can be used, otherwise video content must have been taken in the current 4-H year
-The member should provide the video file even if sending it electronically.
-Video/film must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data CD.
-Video/film needs to be in presentation form, including a title and credits
-The video/film must be original material, portions from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release, including music. Any video/film exhibit, which appears to contain copyrighted material, including music, will not be publicly displayed unless the exhibitor has written permission from the producer to use the material in the video/film.
-A computer must be brought for viewing the video/film during the conference judging, otherwise other arrangements need to be made in advance with the 4-H staff
-Video/film must be playable on Windows, use file format including .WMV, .FLV and .MPEG, .AVI, .MOV, .AVCHD, .MPEG-1, .MEG-4, as well as a playable DVD.
-Videos can also be delivered via Youtube, Vimeo, Frame.io or similar online based presentation sites.
Note: This is not a slideshow (see Manipulated Photography for slideshow)
Photo/Video Release form-it is important to learn to use this form when including any person in your photograph or in your video that is NOT in 4-H. This verifies that the subject has agreed to have their photograph taken or be in your video. Keep this signed form in a file. Here is a link to the Talent release form in English and Spanish
Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a video image video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone, tablet, GoPro or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone).
Exhibit Ideas:
-Showcase various video/film techniques
-A selected subject. Include a short storyboard or outline
-A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera works, or how to care for video/film equipment, illustration of computer video/film creation, etc.
-A video/film made by blending computer technology and traditional camera created video/film.
-A video/film using data from trail camera or time lapse camera (stop action video) or drone with attached camera (see note related to drone use).
-A video/film using Claymation or stop action
-Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment
[pic] WATER / WETLANDS
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Show the five unique physical properties of water; the hydrologic or water cycle; the quantities and uses made of water by families, municipalities, industries, animals, and plants.
- Qater quality or management--pollution, conservation, water quality.
[pic] WILDLIFE BIOLOGY
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild animal.
- Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of local birds.
- An animal book of wild animals of Minnesota--describe habitat, food, and shelter needs.
- A wildlife management plan--show practices related to land use and forest management for wildlife.
- Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wingboards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management, etc).
[pic] YOUTH LEADERSHIP
Purpose:
This area requires members to discover, develop, and share their skills with others. This might happen individually or with a group.
Guidelines:
Taking charge, leading a service project, and sharing the steps from beginning to end would be an example of a youth leadership project. Some ways to present your work would be (but are not limited to): three sided display boards, scrapbooks, and posters.
ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS (Clicking the blue hyperlinks will bring you to the SmugMug page to upload your video for that animal class.)
[pic] INTERVIEWS
All youth will have an opportunity to expand their learning through the livestock interview process. Youth will need to register for interviews on the Fair Entry website. Interviews will be judged by a Flipgrid video. Please see each individual specie for class details.
[pic] BEEF
|Birth Dates | |
|Spring Calf |Jan. 1 – Apr. 30, 2020 |
|Fall Calf |Sept.1-Dec. 31, 2019 |
|Summer yearling |May 1-Aug. 31, 2019 |
|Junior yearling |Jan. 1-April 30, 2019 |
|Senior yearling |Sept. 1-Dec. 31, 2018 |
|Cow/Calf |Calf born on or after Jan. 1, 2020 |
|Prospect Calf |Jan. 1 – Apr. 30, 2020 |
|Fall Dairy Steer Feeder Calf |Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2019 |
|Prospect Dairy Steer |Jan. 1, 2020 – April 30, 2020 |
|Market Beef |Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2019 |
|Dairy Steer |Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2019 |
* Dairy Feeder can be brought back next year as a finished dairy steer and be eligible for State Fair. 2018 Entries that complete an Interview, Showmanship, and receive a blue ribbon, will receive a $50.00 award from Redeemer Acres.
BREEDING HEIFER
|Beef - Registered Spring Calf |
|Beef - Registered Fall Calf |
|Beef - Registered Summer Yearling |
|Beef - Registered Junior Yearling |
|Beef - Registered Senior Yearling |
|Beef - Commercial Spring Calf |
|Beef - Commercial Fall Calf |
|Beef - Commercial Summer Yearling |
|Beef - Commercial Junior Yearling |
|Beef - Commercial Senior Yearling |
Requirements:
- Beef heifer ownership ID forms &/or lease agreements must be on file in the Regional Extension 4-H Office by May 15th of the current year.
COW AND CALF
Beef - Cow and Calf Pair
PROSPECT CALF (not eligible for Blue Ribbon Auction)
|Beef - Heifer Prospect Calf |
|Beef – Steer Prospect Calf |
MARKET BEEF
|Beef - Market Heifer |
|Beef - Market Steer |
Requirements:
- Recommended min. weight for State Fair is 1,000 lbs; Max: Recommended 1,500 lbs. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair.
DAIRY STEER
|Beef - Purebred Dairy Steer |
|Beef - Crossbred Dairy Steer |
|Beef - Dairy Steer Feeder Calf (not eligible for State) |
|Beef - Prospect Dairy Steer (not eligible for State) |
Requirements:
- Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; Recommended maximum weight is 1,600 pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair. - Pure Breed Dairy Steers must be 100% dairy breed. These breeds will be accepted without registration papers Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, and Jersey. Milking Shorthorn dairy steers must be registered with American Milking Shorthorn Society and not carry the “S” suffix.
-Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth may be shown, but place no higher than red ribbon, not be eligible for State Fair or auction.
-Crossbred Dairy Steers must be at least 50% from the acceptable breeds listed for the Pure Breed Dairy Steer division, with the balance being from any other beef or dairy breed; however, the steers must show adequate dairy steer characteristics, as determined by the screening committee. Exhibitors should be prepared to identify the breeds of their crossbred dairy steer.
BEEF SHOWMANSHIP
|Beef Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Beef Showmanship - Grades 6-8 |
|Beef Showmanship - Grades 3-5 |
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BEEF INTERVIEW
|Beef Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Beef Interview – Grades 6-8 |
|Beef Interview - Grades 3-5 |
[pic] DAIRY
Special Dairy award: Exhibitors showing 3 or more female dairy animals will receive a cash award from the Dairy Committee fund.
|Birth Dates: | |
|Winter calf |Dec. 1, 2019 to Feb. 29, 2020 |
|Fall calf |Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2019 |
|Summer Junior Yearling |June 1 to Aug. 31, 2019 |
|Spring Junior Yearling |March 1 to May 31, 2019 |
|Winter Senior Yearling |Dec. 1, 2018 to Feb. 28, 2019 |
|Fall Senior Yearling |Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2018 |
|Junior 2 year old |March 1, to Aug. 31, 2018 |
|Senior 2 year old |Sept. 1, 2017 to Feb. 28, 2018 |
|Three year old cows |Sept. 1, 2016 to Aug. 31, 2017 |
|Four year old cows |Sept. 1, 2015 to Aug. 31, 2016 |
|Cow, five years & older |Born before Sept. 1, 2015 |
HOLSTEIN REGISTERED
|Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf |
|Dairy - Winter Calf |
|Dairy - Fall Calf |
|Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow |
|Dairy - Dry Cow |
HOLSTEIN GRADE
|Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf |
|Dairy - Winter Calf |
|Dairy - Fall Calf |
|Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow |
|Dairy - Dry Cow |
MIXED COLOR REGISTERED & GRADE
|Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf |
|Dairy - Winter Calf |
|Dairy - Fall Calf |
|Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling |
|Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow |
|Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow |
|Dairy - Dry Cow |
Requirements:
- Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete in the two-year-old cow class.
- Advanced classes must show a complete butterfat record for 305 days.
DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP
|Dairy Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Dairy Showmanship - Grades 6-8 |
|Dairy Showmanship - Grades 3-5 |
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DAIRY INTERVIEW
|Dairy Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Dairy Interview- Grades 6-8 |
|Dairy Interview - Grades 3-5 |
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OTHER DAIRY
Dairy – Beginner Heifer Calf
Born March 1-April 30th. Only for 3rdd5th graders, must be their only dairy animal. All breeds. Not eligible for State Fair.
Dairy Herd (3 Animals)
One of these must be a cow that is in or has been in milk production. All 3 animals must be shown in individual classes in addition to the herd exhibit. No member may enter more than one “dairy herd” in competition.
DHIA
A 4-H dairy animal 2 years old or older on DHIA test may be entered. Awards will be given for each cow, based on that animal’s last 305 day or less mature equivalent milk production as compared to the sate breed averages. This class encourages 4-H’ers to learn what DHIA records are and what they are used for. Turn in the Lactation DHIA page (signed by DHIA supervisor) and highlight the animal ID and ME by 5:00pm on Thursday in the 4-H office at the Fairgrounds.
Dairy Recognition Show - Held on Saturday. You must register on Fair Entry for this program. Reminder: Cloverbuds cannot lead their own animals. Photo’s for Dairy Recognition Thank You cards will be taken on Saturday during & after the Dairy Show.
Dairy Recognition Show
To participate in the show, please register for it on Fair Entry.
New from 2018
Produce of Dam- 2 animals, any age same dam
Daughter of Dam-Cow and one offspring
[pic] DOG
DOG AGILITY
|Dog - Pre-Agility |
|Dog - Agility Beginner |
|Dog - Agility Elementary |
|Dog - Agility Intermediate |
|Dog - Agility Senior |
|Dog - Agility Advance |
|Dog - Jumpers I |
|Dog - Jumpers II |
|Dog - Jumpers III |
DOG RALLY
|Dog - Rally Pre-Novice |
|Dog - Rally Novice |
|Dog - Rally Pre-Advance |
|Dog - Rally Advanced |
|Dog - Rally Excellent |
|Dog - Rally Veterans |
DOG OBEDIENCE
|Dog - Obedience Foundation Class |
|Dog - Obedience Beginner |
|Dog - Obedience Graduate Beginner |
|Dog - Obedience Novice |
|Dog - Obedience Graduate Novice |
|Dog - Obedience Pre-Open |
|Dog - Obedience Open |
|Dog - Obedience Graduate Open |
|Dog - Obedience Pre-Utility |
|Dog - Obedience Utility |
|Dog - Obedience Veterans |
|Dog - Obedience Brace |
|Dog - Obedience 4 Dog Team |
DOG SHOWMANSHIP
|Dog - Showmanship Novice Junior |
|Dog - Showmanship Open Junior |
|Dog - Showmanship Novice Senior |
|Dog - Showmanship Open Senior |
Requirements:
- Dogs may be shown in dog show or pet show, not both!
- 4-Hers - 3rd grade+ are eligible for county/state dog show.
4-Hers shall exhibit in the classes equal to the level of training they & dog have received. Additional info, class requirements, rules/regulations can be found in the MN 4-H Agility, Obedience, Rally and Showmanship guidelines). z.umn.edu/mn4hdogproject
Dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4-H Dog Project ID Affidavit and Vaccination Form.
GOAT DAIRY
|BIRTH DATES: | |
|Junior Doe Kid |April 1 to June 30, 2020 |
|Senior Doe Kid |Jan. 1 to March 31, 2020 |
|Dry Yearling Doe |Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2019 |
|Milking Yearling Doe |Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2019 |
|Milking two-year old Doe |Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2018 |
|Milking ~ 3 Years and under 5 years |Born in 2016 or 2017 |
|Milking ~ 5 Years and older |Born before 2015 |
DAIRY GOAT
|Dairy Goat Jr. Doe Kid |
|Dairy Goat Sr. Doe Kid |
|Dairy Goat - Dry Yearling Doe |
|Dairy Goat - Milking Yearling Doe |
|Dairy Goat - Milking 2 Year Old Doe |
|Dairy Goat - Milking 3 - 4 Year Old Doe |
|Dairy Goat - Milking 5 Year Old Doe |
|Dairy Goat - Milking 6+ Year Old Doe |
NOTE: ALL dairy goats must be Dis-budded/dehorned.
Regrowth of less than ONE INCH allowed.
DAIRY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP
|Dairy Goat Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Dairy Goat Showmanship - Grades 6 - 8 |
|Dairy Goat Showmanship - Grades 3 - 5 |
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DAIRY GOAT INTERVIEW
|Dairy Goat Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Dairy Goat Interview – Grades 6-8 |
|Dairy Goat Interview - Grades 3-5 |
GOAT - MEAT
|BIRTH DATES: | |
|Market Goat (altered male or female) |Dec. 1, 2019 – April 30, 2020 |
|Dairy Market goat (altered male) |Dec. 1, 2019 – April 30, 2020 |
|Senior Yearling Breeding Doe, never |Dec. 1, 2018 – Feb. 28, 2019 |
|kidded | |
|Junior Yearling Breeding Doe, never |March 1, 2019 – May 31, 2019 |
|kidded | |
|Fall Yearling Meat Breeding Doe, |June 1, 2019 – Nov. 30, 2019 |
|never kidded | |
|Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid |Dec. 1, 2019 – Feb. 29, 2020 |
|Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid |March 1, 2020 – May 31, 2020 |
NOTE: Pygmy Goats (all breeds) are classed as Meat Goats
MARKET GOAT
Weight classes will be determined at the County Fair. If
bringing 2 market animals in a class, strongly recommend the 4-Her bring a light weight and a heavy weight. (Maximum of 2 per class.)
|Meat Market Goat - Wether |
|Meat Market Goat - Doe |
|Dairy Market Goat – Wether |
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MEAT BREEDING DOE
|Meat Goat - Senior Yearling Breeding Doe, registered or grade |
|Meat Goat - Junior Yearling Breeding Doe, Registered or Grade |
|Meat Goat – Fall Yearling Breeding Doe |
|Meat Goat –Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid |
|Meat Goat – Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid |
Requirements:
-Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair.
Note: All market goats must be de-horned/disbudded. Re-growth must not exceed 1 inch. Does shown in market classes must be disbudded in accordance with market animal rules. Cut (saws) off horns are not permitted. Meat breeding does may have horns and don’t need to be capped or blunted. If an animal is deemed a safety concern at the discretion of the committee, additional safety measures may be required.
MEAT GOAT SHOWMANSHIP
|Meat Goat Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Meat Goat Showmanship - Grades 6 - 8 |
|Meat Goat Showmanship - Grades 3 - 5 |
MEAT GOAT INTERVIEW
|Meat Goat Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Meat Goat Interview – Grades 6-8 |
|Meat Goat Interview - Grades 3-5 |
[pic] HORSE
HORSE SHOW
SHOWMANSHIP AT HALTER
|Horse - Showmanship Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Showmanship Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Showmanship Grades 3-5 |
ENGLISH EQUITATION: Hunt/ Seat Flat
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 9+ |
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 3-5 |
ENGLISH EQUITATION: Saddle Seat
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 9+ |
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - English Equitation - Grades 3-5 |
ENGLISH PLEASURE: HUNT SEAT OPEN
|Horse - English Pleasure - Grades 9+ |
|Horse - English Pleasure – Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - English Pleasure - Grades 3-5 |
ENGLISH PLEASURE: SADDLE SEAT OPEN
|Horse - English Pleasure - Grades 9+ |
|Horse - English Pleasure – Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - English Pleasure - Grades 3-5 |
WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP
|Horse - Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Grades 3-5 |
|Horse - Western Horsemanship, All Gaits, Novice |
WESTERN PLEASURE
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Stock Type - Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Stock Type - Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Stock Type - Grades 3-5 |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Pleasure Type - Grades 3-5 |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Pleasure Type - Grades 3-5 |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, Pleasure Type - Grades 3-5 |
|Horse - Western Pleasure, All Gaits - Novice |
TRAIL CLASS
|Horse - Trail Class, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Trail Class, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Trail Class, Grades 3-5 |
POLE WEAVING
|Horse - Pole Weaving, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Pole Weaving, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Pole Weaving, Grades 3-5 |
JUMPING FIGURE 8
|Horse - Jumping Figure 8, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Jumping Figure 8, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Jumping Figure 8, Grades 3-5 |
KEY RACE
|Horse - Key Race, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Key Race, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Key Race, Grades 3-5 |
BARREL RACE
|Horse - Barrel Race, Grades 9+ |
|Horse - Barrel Race, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse - Barrel Race, Grades 3-5 |
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EGG AND SPOON
|Horse – Egg & Spoon, Grades 9+ |
|Horse – Egg & Spoon, Grades 6-8 |
|Horse – Egg & Spoon, Grades 3-5 |
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Challenged Rider – With Mentors/Volunteers as needed.
|Horse - Assisted: Flat Class-Western or English Equitation, walk, trot |
|Horse - Assisted: Obstacle Game Class, Key Hole pattern, walk, trot |
|Horse - Unassisted: Flat Class-Western, English Equitation, walk, trot, |
|unassisted (spotter need) |
|Horse - Unassisted: Obstacle Game Class, Key Hole pattern, walk, trot, |
|unassisted (spotter requested) |
| |
Requirements:
Horse Helmet Policy: All 4-Hers participating in 4-H sponsored mounted activity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet is required when mounted. This extends to 4-H volunteers when they are working with 4-H youth as a 4-H volunteer during mounted activities.
- z.umn.edu/4hhorseproject
-Classes may be combined or split
-Verify your class entries prior to the start of the show. Judging will start promptly at 9:00 a.m.
-All horses must have a negative Coggins test submitted prior to Fair
-Horses must be sound and free from nasal discharges.
-Only mares and geldings permitted.
-Wear proper attire for class shown.
-In all cases the Judge’s decision is final.
Additional information can be found on
4-H.umn.edu/projects/animal-science/horse
HORSE RELATED (Families owning a horse but not participating in show may do a horse related project instead)
|Horse- Horse Related, Grades 6+ |
|Horse - Horse Related, Grades 3-5 |
Requirement:
- Must be enrolled in the Horse project to exhibit in this division
- Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project.
- Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.
HORSELESS HORSE (For 4-H’er whose family does not own or least a horse but has the desire to learn about horses.)
|Horse - Horseless Horse, Grades 6+ |
|Horse – Horseless Horse, Grades 3-5 |
Requirement:
- Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project.
- Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.
OTHER HORSE EVENTS
Horse Achievement
Horse Judging
Horse Training Steps 1 – 6
• LAMA
Showmanship
Public Relations
Obstacle Course
Costume
[pic] POULTRY
CHICKENS
|Chickens - Market pen: 2 males or 2 females |
|Chickens - Breeding pen:1 male & 2 females |
|Chickens - Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females |
|Chickens - Egg production pen of two pullets, White egg layers |
|Chickens - Egg production pen of two pullets, Brown egg layers |
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DOVES
Doves - Purebred breeding pair
DUCKS
|Ducks - Market pen of 2 males or 2 females |
|Ducks - Breeding pen of 1 male & 2 females |
|Ducks - Bantam Breeding pen:1 male & 2 females |
GEESE
|Geese - Market pen of 2 males or 2 females |
|Geese - Breeding pen of 1male & 2 females |
GUINEA
Use the following Classes, with the Divisions to indicate the type of your project animal(s). Note: ONLY Pearls, Whites and Lavender breeds can be shown:
|Guinea - Market pen of two males or two females - same breed |
|Guinea - Breeding pen of one male & two females - same breed |
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PIGEONS
|Pigeons - Utility, 1 Breeding Pair |
|Pigeons - Utility, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band|
|Pigeons - Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair |
|Pigeons - Fancy, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band |
|Pigeons - Flying, 1 Breeding Pair |
|Pigeons - Flying, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band |
SHOW AND HOBBY
Show and Hobby- Pheasants
TURKEYS - Domestic only
|Turkeys - Domestic Only - Market pen of two males or two females |
|Turkeys - Domestic Only - Breeding pen of one male & two females |
POULTRY FLOCK
Mixed Flock
Requirements:
- Egg production pen of two pullets will have two separate lots – one for white egg layers and one for brown egg layers. White egg layers must be hybrid. Brown egg layers must be commercial purebred or hybrid
- Poultry exhibited must be of this year's hatch, (except doves and pigeons). All, except waterfowl, doves and pigeons, must have health certificate and must be identified by a numbered leg band.
- Breeding classes judged using American Standard of Perfection
POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP
|Poultry Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Poultry Showmanship - Grades 6-8 |
|Poultry Showmanship - Grades 3-5 |
POULTRY INTERVIEW
|Poultry Interviews - Grades 9+ |
|Poultry Interviews – Grades 6-8 |
|Poultry Interviews - Grades 3-5 |
[pic] RABBITS
A member may have only 1 exhibit per lot.
SMALL BREEDS
|Rabbit – Sm. Breed Senior Buck over 6 mo. |
|Rabbit - Small Breed Senior Doe over 6 mo. |
|Rabbit – Sm. Breed Junior Buck under 6 mo. |
|Rabbit – Sm. Breed Junior Doe under 6 mo. |
4 Class (small) rabbit breeds include Dutch, Florida White, Holland Lop, Jersey Wooly, Mini Lop, Mini Rex, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, American Fuzzy Lop, American Sable, Dwarf Hotot, English Angora, French Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Standard Chinchilla, English Spot, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Lilac, Lion Head, Rhinelander, Silver, Silver Marten, Thrianta &Tan.
LARGE BREEDS
|Rabbit - Lg Breed Senior Buck over 8 months |
|Rabbit - Lg Breed Senior Doe over 8 months |
|Rabbit - Lg Breed Intermediate Buck 6 - 8 mo. |
|Rabbit - Lg Breed Intermediate Doe 6 - 8 mo. |
|Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Buck under 6 mo. |
|Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Doe under 6 mo. |
Large rabbit breeds: New Zealand, Satin, American Giant Angora, Bevern, Californian, Champagne Dargent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème Dargent, Flemish Giant, French Lop, Hotot, English Lop, Palomino, Silver Fox.
Requirements: listed on next page.
- All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association are eligible. Rabbits judged according to ARBA standards.
- Each rabbit must be permanently tattooed in the left ear.
MARKET RABBIT
|Rabbit - Single Fryer, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old |
|Rabbit - Pen of three fryers, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old |
RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP
|Rabbit Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Rabbit Showmanship - Grades 6 - 8 |
|Rabbit Showmanship - Grades 3 - 5 |
RABBIT INTERVIEW
|Rabbit Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Rabbit interview – Grades 6-8 |
|Rabbit Interview - Grades 3-5 |
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Crossbred rabbits are not eligible for State Fair.
[pic] SHEEP
|BIRTH DATES | |
|January Ewe Lamb |Born in January of current Year |
|February Ewe Lamb |Born in February of current Year |
|March Ewe Lamb |Born in March of current Year |
|Yearling Ewe |Born on or after January 1of previous year and |
| |must not show evidence of 4 permanent incisors. |
|Market Lamb |Born on or after January 1 of current year |
BREEDING EWE
|Sheep - Registered Yearling Ewe |
|Sheep - Registered January Ewe Lamb |
|Sheep - Registered February Ewe Lamb |
|Sheep - Registered March Ewe Lamb |
|Sheep - Commercial Yearling Ewe |
|Sheep - Commercial January Ewe Lamb |
|Sheep - Commercial February Ewe Lamb |
|Sheep - Commercial March Ewe Lamb |
MARKET LAMB
Weight classes will be determined at the County Fair. If
bringing 2 market animals in a class, strongly recommend the 4-Her bring a light weight and a heavy weight. (Maximum of 2 per class.)
|Market Lamb - Speckle Face |
|Market Lamb - Black Face |
|Market Lamb - White Face |
Requirements:
- State Fair recommended weight min: 105 lbs. Max: 170 lbs.
LAMB LEAD
|Lamb Lead - Grades 9+ |
|Lamb Lead - Grades 6-8 |
|Lamb Lead - Grades 3-5 |
Requirements:
- Exhibitors must groom &train a sheep and wear a garment made from at least 60% wool. Garment is defined as a piece of clothing covering a main part of your body (not socks or accessories).
-Exhibitors judged on project knowledge, poise, outfit, & lamb.
- Classes may be combined depending on number of entrants
SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP
|Sheep Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Sheep Showmanship - Grades 6-8 |
|Sheep Showmanship - Grades 3-5 |
SHEEP INTERVIEW
|Sheep Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Sheep Interview – Grades 6-8 |
|Sheep Interview - Grades 3-5 |
FLEECE
Sheep Fleece
NOTE: No additional classes will be added to show times unless there are 5 or more entries.
[pic] SWINE (Max number of 8 swine per exhibitor)
Market Gilts will again be shown at State Fair. Champion barrows and gilts will never compete, and auction limitations will be in place.
|BIRTH DATES: | |
|January Gilt |Born in January of current year |
|February Gilt |Born in February of current year |
|March Gilt |Born in March of current year |
|Market Barrow – (Recommended farrow |Born on or after January 1 of current |
|date of Feb. 1 or after) |year. |
|Market Gilt – (Recommended farrow date|Born on or after January 1 of current |
|of Feb. 1 or after) |year. |
BREEDING GILTS
|Swine - Registered January Gilt |
|Swine - Registered February Gilt |
|Swine - Registered March Gilt |
|Swine - Commercial January Gilt |
|Swine - Commercial February Gilt |
|Swine - Commercial March Gilt |
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PEN OF SWINE: BREEDING
Swine – Pen of 2
Swine – Pen of 3
MARKET BARROW/MARKET GILT
Weight classes will be determined at the County Fair. If
bringing 2 market animals in a class, strongly recommend the 4-Her bring a light weight and a heavy weight. (Maximum of 2 per class.)
|Swine - Market Barrow |
|Swine - Market Gilt |
| |
|PEN OF SWINE: MARKET |
|Swine - Pen of 2 |
|Swine - Pen of 3 |
Requirements:
- State Fair Recommended weights: Min-220 lbs. Max-300 lbs. Market barrows & market gilts weighing less than 220 lbs. will show in own class “Super Lightweights” and those 301 pounds and over will show in their own class “Super Heavyweights” and will be eligible for blue, red or white ribbons and are not eligible for champions at State Fair.
SWINE SHOWMANSHIP
|Swine Showmanship - Grades 9+ |
|Swine Showmanship - Grades 6-8 |
|Swine Showmanship - Grades 3-5 |
SWINE INTERVIEW
|Swine Interview - Grades 9+ |
|Swine Interview - Grades 6-8 |
|Swine Interview – Grades 3-5 |
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[pic] Science of Animals Educational Exhibits
Health
|Health Exhibit - Beef |
|Health Exhibit - Dairy |
|Health Exhibit – Goat - Dairy |
|Health Exhibit – Goat - Meat |
|Health Exhibit - Poultry |
|Health Exhibit - Rabbits |
|Health Exhibit – Sheep |
|Health Exhibit – Swine |
Breeding
|Breeding Exhibit - Beef |
|Breeding Exhibit - Dairy |
|Breeding Exhibit – Goat - Dairy |
|Breeding Exhibit – Goat - Meat |
|Breeding Exhibit - Poultry |
|Breeding Exhibit - Rabbits |
|Breeding Exhibit – Sheep |
|Breeding Exhibit – Swine |
Production
|Production Exhibit - Beef |
|Production Exhibit - Dairy |
|Production Exhibit – Goat - Dairy |
|Production Exhibit – Goat - Meat |
|Production Exhibit - Poultry |
|Production Exhibit - Rabbits |
|Production Exhibit – Sheep |
|Production Exhibit – Swine |
Zoonotics Exhibit
|Zoonotics Exhibit - Beef |
|Zoonotics Exhibit - Dairy |
|Zoonotics Exhibit – Goat - Dairy |
|Zoonotics Exhibit – Goat - Meat |
|Zoonotics Exhibit - Poultry |
|Zoonotics Exhibit - Rabbits |
|Zoonotics Exhibit – Sheep |
|Zoonotics Exhibit – Swine |
Poster
Poster – Beef
Poster – Dairy
Poster – Goat – Dairy
Poster – Goat – Meat
Poster – Horse
Poster – Poultry (Educational or promotional poster may be selected to advance to the State Fair. See State Fair poster requirements under poultry information.)
Poster – Rabbits (Educational or promotional poster may be selected to advance to the State Fair. See State Fair poster requirements under rabbit information.)
Poster – Sheep
Poster – Swine
Other
|Other Exhibit - Beef |
|Other Exhibit - Dairy |
|Other Exhibit – Goat - Dairy |
|Other Exhibit – Goat - Meat |
|Other Exhibit - Poultry |
|Other Exhibit - Rabbits |
|Other Exhibit – Sheep |
|Other Exhibit – Swine |
Exhibit Suggestions:
- Items constructed (such as feeding systems or show equipment) or science exhibits focusing on one of the four divisions listed above.
- These projects may be enhanced with 3-dimensional displays, posters or notebooks
- State Fair trips will be available. Exhibits will be judged during Livestock Weekend and 4-H’ers may exhibit both an animal and a Science of Animal Educational Exhibit. NOTE: Lama, Poultry and Rabbit promotional and educational posters are an exhibit item at the state level and may be entered as a poster in each respective area.[pic][pic]
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