Farm Progress Arena
Calendar of Events
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Junior Fair Beef Breeding and Feeder Calves Judging
Junior Fair Beef Breeding and Feeder Calves Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth competing in Beef Breeding and Feeder projects. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.
Junior Fair Market Beef and Showmanship Judging
Junior Fair Market Beef and Showmanship Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth entering livestock in the beef and beef feeder project. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.
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Meat Animal Sale
Meat Animal Sale
Support the youth of Dodge County at the Meat Animal Sale on Thursday in the Farm Progress Arena. Preregistered bidders/buyers are recognized with a free dinner preceding the auction. Each exhibitor, in order to sell, must participate in a number of educational activities, raise, and show an animal of top quality.
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Junior Britches Showmanship Contest
Junior Britches Showmanship Contest
Youth entering grades 3-4 this school year show calves in the Junior Showmanship Contest. Judging will be based on proper showmanship techniques as demonstrated by the participant and how well the calf is trained. Organized by the Dodge County Dairy Youth Advisory Committee, the event was created to help promote interest in the Dairy Project.
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Dodge County Holstein Futurity Show
Dodge County Holstein Futurity Show
Calling all dairy enthusiasts! Don't miss the exciting Dodge County Holstein Futurity Show! This unique event is a showcase for the area's finest Holstein breeders and their exceptional cattle.
Supreme Showmanship
Supreme Showmanship
This unique competition puts the spotlight on the top junior and senior showmen from the dairy, beef, sheep, and swine projects. Don't miss the exciting Showmanship Showdown at the Dodge County Fair!
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Little Britches Showmanship Contest
Little Britches Showmanship Contest
This fun-filled event takes place in the Farm Progress Arena, just north of the Open Class Exhibit Building. Watch in awe (and amusement) as the youngest farmers lead their adorable May or June dairy calves around the show ring, showcasing their showmanship skills.
Junior Fair Herdsmanship Awards
Junior Fair Herdsmanship Awards
These awards recognize excellence in animal care, exhibitor presentation, and exhibit preparation. It's more than just clean stalls – it's about dedication, responsibility, and a passion for agriculture.