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Tulare County Fair
LIVESTOCK SHOW
COMPETITIVE HANDBOOK
INCLUDES SMALL AND LARGE
LIVESTOCK
BREEDING, MARKET AND
SHOWMANSHIP
FARMS * FOOD * FAMILY * FUN
CELEBRATING THE BOUNTY OF THE COUNTY
Dear Exhibitor:
Welcome to the 2014 Tulare County Fair! We have a
FANTASTIC, EXCITING Fair planned for you this year. In addition to a
fantastic livestock show we are once again offering all fair goers National
Entertainment Acts, hands-on education for school children and some great
exhibits. The Foundation will host a kick-off CCA Pro Rodeo on
September 6th and the Demolition Derby has moved to Saturday night
September 13th.
We are thrilled you have decided to enter YOUR county Fair.
This year’s Fair dates are September 10-14, 2014 and the theme is FARMS * FOOD * FAMILY * FOOD,
as we showcase the Bounty of our County throughout the Fair. Please help us spread the word to all your
friends and family.
We are working diligently to increase our attendance, but need our entire Fair family to help us promote the
Fair. We will have Fair posters available for each and every exhibitor to help us distribute and spread the
word about the Fair. I feel each exhibitor and their parents are the best Fair ambassadors and we ask you to
help promote the Fair. Budget cuts are running deep at the Fair, but with everyone’s assistance we look
forward to putting on the best Fair to date. The Tulare County Fair continues to go through changes due to
the lack of state funding. Due to the lack of State funds it has become necessary for the Fair to institute an
entry processing fee. The entry processing fee per exhibitor is only $5.00 if you enter on-line and $10.00 if
you hand carry or mail your entries to the office.
In order to continue to provide our exhibitors with the same awards, premiums and classes we have mounted
an aggressive sponsorship program. We are going to offer more Championship buckles than ever before. If
you know of any business who would like to support livestock exhibits and become an award sponsor please
direct them to the tularefair.org.
The Fair office and Board of Directors continues to decrease expenses. A new volunteer program has been
instituted for the livestock area. This year, all species will be represented by a volunteer chairperson and their
committee. Each show will have volunteers working the rings, announcing and clerking the show. If you
would like to volunteer please send me an email at [email protected].
Our carnival partner Helms and Sons is offering an exclusive livestock exhibitors ONLY $25.00 wristband
that will be good for the entire Fair. Please see the attached flyer. Wristbands must be purchased at time of
entry and there is a limit of only one per exhibitor.
We appreciate your understanding and support during these tough budgetary times. The Board of Directors
and staff are working to assemble the best entertainers, shows and exhibits during the 93rd annual Tulare
County Fair. If you have any questions, please call the Fair office, we look forward to assisting you with
ANY of your Fair needs or questions. Also, please read the Fair Rules and the State Rules located at the back
of the Handbook. It is each exhibitors responsibility to understand and follow the rules.
See You In September,
PJF
Pamela J. Fyock
CEO Tulare County Fair
How to enter:
1. All areas of competition require an entry form. Entry information and forms may also be downloaded from
www.tularefair.org. We encourage you to enter on line; it’s cheaper, easier and much more efficient.
2. See individual departments for delivery schedules.
3. If you have any questions, please contact the fair at:
Tulare County Fair
215 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
Tulare, CA 93274
Phone: (559) 686-4707
Fax: (559) 686-7238
For entry questions please email Jennifer Mason at [email protected] or for general information please go to www.tularefair.org
Tulare County Fair Board of Directors
Gregorio Gomez
Peter Alvitre
Grace Calderon
Gary Castro
Dan Hackey
Trudy James
Henry Patel
Geneva Shannon
Perla Soria
Fair Staff
Pamela Fyock, CEO
Jennifer Mason, Entry Office
Kelly Secord, Livestock Supervisor
Join the fun…be a part of the 2014
Tulare County Fair
Fair Hours
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Thursday & Friday (school tours )9:00 p. m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday (open to the public) 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Friday 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Carnival Hours
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Thursday (open to the public) 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Friday noon – 12:00 a.m.
Saturday noon – 12:00 a.m.
Sunday noon – 11:00 p.m.
Livestock Committee
Chairmen
Mike Rivas-Cattle
Anthony Souza-Dairy
Chris Nelson-Hogs
Frank Viera-Sheep
Pam Kilburn-Small Animals
Committee Members
David Atlas
Dan Baumgardner
Beth Baxley
Richard Bennett
James Corbett
Leslie Gardner
NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW*NEW
Carnival Wrist Band
Limited Time Only
Promotion
The five day all you can ride wristband!
 New this year, only for junior livestock exhibitors!
 One low price of $25.00 for all 5 days of fair
 Good for all midway rides, during midway hours
 Must purchase when registering entries
 Purchase by August 1, 2014. NO EXCEPTIONS
 Must be a livestock exhibitor, limit one per exhibitor
 Cannot be shared, cannot be replaced if lost or stolen
 NO REFUNDS
SPONSORED BY
ON LINE ENTRIES
We encourage you to complete your entries online. A $10.00/exhibitor entry processing fee will be accessed for all
livestock entries that are mailed or hand carried to the office. Save some dollars and enter online for only
$5.00/exhibitor entry processing fee. All processing fees will be used to off-set the cost of administering the
livestock show. All entries close AUGUST 1, 2014. Paper entries must be in the office by 5:00 p.m.
You can do this by clicking the “I Agree” link online after you have read and agree to all rules. The rules may be
found in the Handbook.
Before you submit an online entry you must agree to the following:
 I have read and agree to all rules.
 I understand that, if I am entering an animal exhibit, it is my responsibility to have all the required
supporting documents to the office by the deadline.
 I understand that if I am entering an animal my signature is assumed.
 I understand that no entry is valid until received in the Tulare County Fair office and approved by staff.
INCOMPLETE ENTRIES, INCLUDING MISSING FEES OR UNSUBMITTED ENTRIES, WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
AND/OR WILL BE DISQUALIFIED!
 I understand that there are minimum system requirements for online entries and that this service may not
be available to me.
I AGREE
HOW TO ENTER
The Tulare County Fair uses ShoWorks, an on-line entry program. ShoWorks is an industry standard used by over
50 fairs nationally. This user-friendly program can be trusted to accurately enter you into our competitions and
allows for efficient communications via e-mail. We are excited to have ShoWorks to better facilitate entering
Tulare County Fair competitions. Take a good look through the Competition Handbook to see which competition
your entry is eligible to compete in. Please be advised that Tulare County Fair employees cannot advise or assume
what division or class should be entered by an exhibitor, that information must be found in the Handbook before
entering online. You must use the correct Division and Class number, found in the Handbook, to be entered
correctly. Follow the easy steps listed below to enter the competition you have chosen.
1. Before proceeding with an on-line entry, please visit our website at www.Tularefair.org to download the
appropriate Competition Handbook (Livestock or Indoor) located on the “Competitions/Contest” page. Note
that sessions expire after 20 minutes of inactivity, so “save the cart” if you plan on leaving the computer for
more than 20 minutes.
2. Everyone must register as a new exhibitor when logging in for the first time in 2014.
3. When logging in for the first time, please do the following:
1) Click “Login/Logoff”
2) Choose type “Exhibitor”
3) Type in “First Name”
4) Type in “Last Name”
5) Click on “I am a new exhibitor” and click continue
6) Create a password when registering for the first time. Remember your password as this will allow you
access for future sessions.
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Complete the New Exhibitor Fields and click “Continue”. When entering information, fields in BOLD are
required. If a field/ box does not apply to you, please type “NA”. If pending, please type “PENDING”. Please
follow the directions as they should help lead you through the process.
Review Exhibitor Information and click Continue.
Choose a Department (i.e. Junior Livestock Department, Small Animal Department, etc.)
Choose a Division (i.e. Registered Purebred Beef, Market Hogs, etc.)
Select a Class from the Drop down menu.
Complete Exhibit Information.
Make sure to include the club associated with the entry. If not with a club, select *Independent.
Click Add Entry To Cart
If you only have 1 entry click Continue. If you have another entry in the same department, click Add Similar
Entry and follow above steps. If you have another entry in another department click Add Different Entry and
follow above steps.
Once your entry(s) are entered, an Additional Items screen will appear. Add quantity for any presale tickets
you wish to purchase or any relevant fees due. Remember all animal entries must include a onetime animal
insurance fee, be sure to include that item before checking out. Click Continue
Review Your Cart and choose an option below:
1) Add more entries
2) Empty Cart
3) Save For Later (entries and fees must be submitted and paid by entry deadline)
4) Checkout
Once you click Checkout it will take you to the Payment Screen. Select Payment method: Visa or Mastercard.
Entry fees MUST be paid on-line with a Visa or Mastercard. No online checks accepted. Entries will not be
submitted from Showorks until entry fees are paid online. All fees and purchases made on entry forms are
non-refundable. Enter credit card information and click Continue.
Confirm: your entries are not submitted until you type YES in the box and click submit.
Summary: Print the Detailed Receipt Summary by clicking the Detailed Receipt Button.
We look forward to your participation at the Tulare County Fair
If you would like to help the Fair,
VOLUNTEER
or become an Awards Sponsor!
Call the Fair Office for more information.
(559) 686-4707
JUNIOR LIVESTOCK TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
September 10th – 14th 2014
All market and breeding animals (with the exception of Milking Dairy Cows)
are to be in place by 4:00 pm Tuesday, September 9.
SATURDAY, September 6
Early move in-Tack only & Bedding ONLY (no animals)
12:00-5:00 p.m.
NOTE: NO SECURITY WILL BE ON GROUNDS
SUNDAY, September 7
12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Early move in-Tack only & Bedding ONLY (no animals)
NOTE: NO SECURITY WILL BE ON GROUNDS
12:00 – 5:00 p.m
Exhibitor check in & registration papers check in. Livestock office
MONDAY, September 8
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Hog Load-In. Hogs must be on the grounds by 5:00 p.m.
All other livestock MAY load in except poultry.
Exhibitor check-in & registration papers check in. Livestock office
Hog Weigh-In Groups (FFA & 4-H over 50 exhibitors) Pig Barn
Hog Weigh-In. Pig Barn
TUESDAY, September 9
6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. –
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Livestock Load-in. All animals on the grounds by 4:00 p.m.
All Rabbits Received
Exhibitor check in & registration papers check in. Livestock office
Rabbit Showmanship Begins (Fur & Feathers Building)
Sheep Weigh-In followed by Goat Weigh-In. Sheep Barn
Beef Weigh-In. Beef Barn
Vet Check Dairy Replacement followed by Commercial Beef Bred Heifers
WEDNESDAY, September 10
5:30 a.m.
6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
5:30 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
Gates Open
Poultry Health Inspection Check & Weigh-In-Preferred livestock lot
All Dairy Cows Showing today must be in place
Market Hogs (4-H followed by FFA) followed by Feeder Hogs- Hog Ring
Supreme Champions Selection
4-H Dairy Cattle Showmanship-East Livestock Show ring
4-H Dairy Cattle & 4-H/FFA AOB (combined)
Market Goat Show (FFA followed by 4-H) Supreme Champions Selection
followed by Market Goat Showmanship, followed by Boer Goat show,
followed by Boer Goat Showmanship. West show ring
Market Poultry (4-H followed by FFA) followed by Breeding Poultry,
followed by Poultry Showmanship. Pigeon judging following the Poultry
Show-Poultry
4-H 2yr Old Dairy Classes (4-H followed by FFA)- East show ring
Pygmy Goat Breeding Show followed by Pygmy Goat Showmanship.
West show ring
Small Animal Round Robin-West Show Ring
Sheep Showmanship (FFA followed by 4-H)- West Ring
THURSDAY, September 11
Gates Open
All Dairy Cows Showing today must be in place
Market Lamb Show (4-H followed by FFA) Supreme Champions Selection
followed by Feeder lambs followed by breeding show-West Show Ring
FFA Dairy Cattle Showmanship followed by FFA Holsteins- East Ring
2:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY, September 12
5:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
Noon
4:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. -9:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, September 13
5:30 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m. Noon
SUNDAY, September 144:30 a.m.
6:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
7:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
MONDAY, September 15
5:00 a.m.
Noon
FFA Dairy Cow Classes 2yr Old- East Show Ring
Hog Showmanship (FFA followed by 4-H followed)-Hog Show Ring
Dairy Supreme Champion Selection-East Show Ring
Market Steers FFA followed by 4-H & Replacement Beef Heifers-East
Show Ring
Gates Open
Dairy Goat Breeding Classes (4-H followed by FFA) followed by
showmanship-Hog Ring
Feeder Steer Show-(FFA followed by 4-H) followed by Beef Breeding
followed by Showmanship- East Show Ring
Round Robin large animal-East Show ring
Beef ultrasound-Mandatory for all JLA Market Steers. Beef Barn.
Dairy replacement dinner East & West Show Rings
Dairy Replacement Heifer Sale
Dairy Heifer pick-up for out of Area Buyers
Gates Open
Gates on grounds locked
Junior Livestock Auction
Champions to be sold - Supreme and Reserve Supreme Only Market
Lambs, Steers, Hogs, Goats and Rabbits followed by replacement heifers
JLA Hog trucks
JLA Sheep trucks
JLA Steer trucks
Gates Open
Small Animal-Specie Costume Show
Lad’s & Lassies Wool Fashion Show
Guy’s & Gal’s Leather Fashion Show
Parent Showmanship
Pee Wee Showmanship
All Livestock exhibitors to clean pens
Release Sale Animals
Release of remaining Breeding Animals, Fur & Feathers and Tack
Option to haul animals & tack off grounds
All animals must be off the grounds
INDEX
Beef Cattle .................................................................. 10
Dairy Cattle................................................................. 13
Ear Tagging Policy......................................................... 5
Goats, Dairy and Market ............................................ 19
Goats, Pygmy.............................................................. 28
Livestock Auction ......................................................... 6
Livestock Costume Contests ...................................... 25
Livestock Educational Displays ..................................... 8
Livestock Rules ............................................................. 1
Poultry ........................................................................ 29
Rabbits ....................................................................... 32
Replacement Heifer Sale ............................................ 15
Scrapie Tag Information ............................................. 38
Sheep ......................................................................... 17
Showmanship, Livestock ............................................ 23
Showmanship, Fur & Feathers ................................... 34
State Rules ................................................................. 40
Swine .......................................................................... 16
Local Rules For All Departments
1. All State Rules published by the California Department of Food & Agriculture, Division of Fairs & Expositions are
in force for the Tulare County Fair. Copies of the State Rules are available at the back of this book.
2. The Board of Directors and Management of the 24th DAA reserve the right to refuse exhibits deemed unsuitable
or inappropriate. Unless stated otherwise, classes are limited to Tulare County residents only.
3. All entry forms and fees must be postmarked by the due date indicated on entry forms. Hand delivered entry
forms and fees will be accepted until 5:00 pm on their due date. Mail arriving after must bear an official U.S.
Postal Service postmark of the due date or earlier in order to be accepted. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to
ensure their entry form(s) arrives by the entry deadline. Our online entry system will close at midnight on August
1, 2014. The use of return-receipt, proof of mailing, and hand cancellation (postmarking) at the Post Office are
recommended. The fair is not responsible for any lost, delayed or misdirected mail. Late entries will not be
accepted. No late entries will be accepted for any reason.
4. Only market ready animals will sell in the Junior Livestock Auction.
5. Return checks: There will be a $35.00 fee on checks returned by the bank. Redemption of returned checks must
be made by cash or money order. If an exhibitor has an outstanding balance, owed to the Tulare County Fair,
they will not be allowed to exhibit.
6. Premium checks will be mailed by 30 days following the show. Checks must be cashed within 90 days of issue to
remain valid. Expired or stale checks will not be reissued from either the Fair or the livestock auctions.
7. No Refunds will be made.
8. All classes will be judged under the American system unless otherwise stated. (State Rule IV 6)
9. No exhibitor shall receive more than two cash awards in any one class under the American system. Any
limitations within the Danish system of judging shall be printed where applicable. (State Rule IV 6)
10. Fair management is not responsible for errors in entries. No exhibitor shall be entitled to an award that has been
disallowed as the result of his/her own error.
11. The Fair will pay cash awards only on those classes specified in the Exhibitor’s Guidebook and only the judge’s
books will be the basis for cash award payments. Due to the possibility of an error in transferring information,
ribbons and exhibit tags cannot be used as a basis for award payments.
12. Reasonable precaution will be taken in protection of exhibits; the Tulare County Fair will not be responsible for
loss, damage or theft, whatever the cause.
13. Fair management reserves the right to combine or cancel any classes that have five or fewer entries.
14. PASSES: Exhibitors may purchase an EXHIBITOR PASS at a discounted rate of $25 prior to September 10th. Each
exhibitor pass is good for each day of the fair, Exhibitors may purchase these passes at the Livestock office or the
Administration Office or when entering. Livestock exhibitors refer to specific departments for Pass or entry Fee
information. SEASON PASSES are available to the general public for $30.00. Each livestock family will receive 1
FREE parking pass. Families may purchase additional parking pass of $25.00. These parking passes give you
in/out privileges.
15. EXHIBITS DELIVERY DATE: Dates for exhibits to be in place or delivered for judging is listed at the beginning of
each Department. No late entries will be accepted.
16. HANDICAP PARKING: Space has been designated on Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue near the fair Administration
Office and on K Street near the Jockey Club to accommodate licensed handicapped fairgoers.
17. Extension cords used to distribute power to electrical apparatus are to be rated 15 AMPS minimum and contain
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ground wire Cords not meeting these requirements will be confiscated for the duration of the fair.
18. DEBT COLLECTION Any individual, business, exhibitor, or exhibitor with a family member* having an outstanding
debt to the 24th D.A.A. Tulare County Fair, (including collection accounts) shall be barred from exhibiting or
participating in the Tulare County Fair until the debt is satisfied in full (including N.S.F. check charges and/or
interest charges). A 24% interest will be accessed on all outstanding invoices over 30 days.
*defined as: parents, siblings, stepparents, stepsiblings, and/or individuals residing in the same household.
19. SLOW PAY POLICY: Any individual or business having an outstanding balance for a Junior Livestock Auction
Purchase as Of December 31st shall be barred from bidding or purchasing at subsequent Tulare County Fair Junior
Livestock until the debt is satisfied in full and for a minimum of two consecutive years after the debt is satisfied.
(including N.S.F. check charges and/or interest charges). A 24% interest penalty will be accessed on all
outstanding invoices past 30 days.
20. Judging is not open to the public, unless stated otherwise, except for livestock classes.
ALL LIVISTOCK SALES ARE CASH SALES AND FULL PAYMENT MUST BE MADE THE DAY OF THE SALE.
JUNIOR LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENT
Livestock Office Phone Number: (559) 686-0553 NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Check Rules for Deadlines on Entry Forms
1.
Open to Tulare County 4-H, FFA and DJUHSD FFA or Independent exhibitors who are residents of Tulare County
unless otherwise noted.
2.
All State Rules published to the California Department of Food & Agriculture, Division of Fairs & Expositions are in
force for the Tulare County Fair. Copies of the State Rules are available at www.cdfa.ca.gov/fe/Staterules.htm
3.
Independent exhibitors may exhibit at ages 9 – 19 years as of January 1, 2014. Under 9th Grade enter 4-H
Divisions, 9th Grade and above enter FFA Divisions. All other exhibitors refer to State Rules for Age and Grade
limitations.
4.
NEW RULE: Independent exhibitors must provide proof of age (Birth Certificate, Drivers License, California ID
Card).
5.
All Registration Papers for registered breeding animals must be checked into the Livestock Office by 5:00 pm,
Tuesday, September 9.
6.
PASSES: All livestock exhibitors are required to purchase an EXHIBITOR PASS at a discounted rate of $25 prior to
September 10th. Each exhibitor pass is good for each day of the fair, Exhibitors may purchase these passes on
their entry form, at the Livestock office or the Administration Office. Livestock exhibitors refer to specific
departments for Pass or Entry Fee information. SEASON PASSES are available to the general public for $30.00.
Each livestock family will receive 1 FREE parking pass per family. Families my purchase additional parking pass
for $25.00. These parking passes give you in/out privileges. Parking lots are restricted to vehicles only, no trailers
or RV's will be allowed. Parking passes provide in/out privileges
7.
Exhibitors, parents and leaders/advisors are responsible for having their admission and parking credentials
with them at all times. Admission to the grounds will not be permitted at any time (including early mornings)
without a valid credential. Misuse of admission or parking credentials or inappropriate behavior at the
admission or parking gates may be grounds for disciplinary action, disqualification or ejection.
8.
Breeding class entry fees are $10.00, Market entry fees are $10.00 and Showmanship is $5.00. Fair Management
does not provide first bedding.
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9.
Exhibitors are required to completely clean out all pens prior to move out.
10.
IF FAIR EAR TAGS ARE REMOVED FROM MARKET ANIMALS DURING FAIR THE EXHIBITOR OR ORGANIZATION WILL
BE ASSESSED A $100.00 PENTALY FEE PER HEAD.
11.
Grange/independent exhibitors will show in their respected shows.
12.
If any animal is deemed dangerous or unsafe in any way, Fair Management reserves the right to require the
exhibitor to remove the animal from the fairgrounds immediately.
13.
Owner must show animals unless prior arrangements are made between owner and Fair Management. Each
exhibitor is to groom or fit his or her own animal; hands-on assistance may only be given by a Tulare County
leader, advisor, parent or another Tulare exhibitor, but owner must be in attendance at all times. With regard to
this rule, Leaders and advisors are to be enrolled in Tulare County as such and exhibitors are to be currently
entered in the Tulare County Fair. Violation of this rule will result in immediate disqualification from the show
and exhibitors will be asked to remove their animals from the fairgrounds.
14.
CURFEW: All Junior exhibitors must be out of barn area by 11:00 p.m. each night beginning Tuesday, September
8. No exhibitors will be allowed to stay on the grounds overnight.
15.
--NEW--INSURANCE: Tulare County Fair does carry General Liability insurance on behalf of all animal
exhibitors. This General Liability insurance will cover damages/injuries that could be caused by the covered
exhibitor’s animals. All exhibitors will be accessed a $10.00/ exhibitor for insurance. This is a mandatory fee
for all exhibitors. General liability coverage is $1,000,000 per occurrence.
16.
Radios, skateboards and scooters are not allowed in the barns. No picnic tables or lawn chairs will be allowed in
the isles. ISLES MUST BE KEPT CLEAR. NO BBQ’S, No easy-ups under the barn area.
17.
Pad Locks are not to be used on pen gates; locks will be removed at exhibitor’s expense.
18.
STALL REQUESTS: Due to limited barn space Fair Management does not guarantee stall requests. All tack must be
kept out of stalls. Exhibitors or leaders found to be entering animals solely for the purpose of obtaining extra
stall space will not be entitled to that stall space or a refund in entry fees. Exhibitors may only enter two market
animals per specie.
19.
Barns will be available for all exhibitors Monday, September 6, at noon. Early move in is Sunday, September 6 &
7, 2014 for tack only NO SECURITY.
20.
All breeding and market animals must be in place by 4:00 pm Tuesday, September 9.
21.
Milk cows (EXCLUDING REPLACEMENT HEIFERS IN MILK) may be brought in by 7 am the Day of Show and will be
released immediately following the end of the Dairy Show with a release from the Livestock Office.
22.
RELEASES: All breeding livestock can be released on Sunday, September 14 with the option of Monday morning,
September 15, 2014 The release time will be at the discretion of the Fair Management. Any exhibitor or
designee removing animals equipment without proper authorization from the Livestock Superintendent will be
subject to disciplinary action. All market exhibitors are responsible for taking care of their animals until Sunday
evening. Market animals will be released Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014 & Monday, September 15, 2014 at 8:00 am. If
Exhibitor removes exhibit without proper release from Livestock Office, exhibitor will not be able to exhibit
entries at the 2015 Tulare County Fair, and will forfeit all premiums and awards.
21.
Group and Showmanship classes must be pre-entered unless otherwise stated in this catalog.
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22.
For breeding animals, groups must be owned by the exhibitor, be shown as individuals, and be of the same
breed.
23.
Management will inspect the barns on a daily basis and "RED TAG" pens, stalls or animals found to be in
unsanitary condition. Any exhibitor receiving a second "RED TAG" may forfeit any premium awards earned. A
third "RED TAG" will require the exhibitor to remove the animal(s) from the grounds and forfeit premiums and
exhibitors pass.
24.
4-H UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS: Each member will be required to wear the official California 4-H uniform while
showing his/her livestock. This uniform to consist of the official 4-H cap, 4-H tie or scarf, white shirt or blouse,
white, green or blue jean pants or skirt. If blue jeans are worn they are to be dark blue denim, not excessively
worn or faded nor are they to be acid washed, stone washed, etc.
25.
FFA UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS: Each member will be required to wear the official FFA show uniform while
showing his/her livestock. The official FFA show uniform consists of white shirt, FFA tie or scarf, FFA jacket and
white pants. Wearing the FFA jacket is optional if the exhibitor is wearing a white shirt with the official FFA
emblem attached.
26.
The storage of clean bedding is on a space available basis. The placement of stacked straw must be cleared by
Fair Management and will not be allowed on the west side of the barns, No shavings will be piled near the
barn area.
27.
Premium checks will be mailed by 30 days following the show. Checks must be cashed within 90 days of issue to
remain valid. NO replacement checks will be issued for lost or stolen checks.
28.
Electrical service is limited. Additional electricity will not be provided.
All Livestock Entry Forms are due August 1, 2014. All entry forms are due and fees must be postmarked by entry
day. Hand delivered entry forms and fees will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on that date. Mail arriving after entry day
must bear an official U.S. Postal Service postmark of entry day deadline or earlier in order to be accepted. It is the
exhibitor’s responsibilities to ensure their entry form(s) arrive by the entry deadline. The use of return-receipt, proof
of mailing, and hand cancellation (postmarking) at the Post Office are recommended. The fair is not responsible for
any lost, delayed or misdirected mail. ALL ENTRY FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED OR WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Ownership & Weighing of Livestock
1. Market animal exhibitors must be the bona fide owners and have actual possession of their animals for at least
120 consecutive days prior to the opening date of the Fair for Market Steers, and at least 60 consecutive days
prior to the opening date of the fair for Market Sheep, Goats and Swine. All Market animals must have a bill of
sale or bred and owned statement available for inspection if so requested. Market Steers must have a brand
inspection and/or bill of sale in order to weigh in. Market Lambs and Goats must have a scrapies tag in order to
weigh. JOINT OWNERSHIP OF MARKET ANIMALS IS PROHIBITED.
2. LIMIT: Each exhibitor is only allowed to enter two (2) market animals and one (1) Breeding Animal for sale. Each
exhibitor may only sell one (1) market animal and one (1) Breeding Animal, with the exception that if one
exhibitor exhibits more than one Supreme Champion, Reserve Supreme Champion, 4-H or FFA Champion or
Reserve Champion.
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3. WEIGHING FOR CLASSIFICATION: All market animals will be weighed as scheduled, and be divided into breed and
weight lots as desired by Fair Management for convenience in judging. There will be no “re-weighing” of animals
unless deemed necessary by Fair Management and/or their chosen representative. Animals must not leave scale
area until decision is made. Only Steers, Hogs, Lambs and Goats graded Market Ready will sell.
4. Market animals not meeting the minimum weight requirements will be re-classified as “Feeder” animals. These
animals may show in a “Feeder” class immediately following the Market Show in their respective species
consisting of 4-H, FFA & Independent exhibitors combined. These animals do not qualify for the Junior Livestock
Auction or any Champion Awards, however, exhibitors may show them in their appropriate Showmanship class.
EAR TAGGING POLICY:
1. All ear tags will be given out at the Livestock office by club at check-in. Exhibitors are required to tag their
animals prior to weighing.
2. Large groups having over 50 animals can pick-up their ear tag one week prior to the Fair.
3. Advisors/Leaders/Parents are responsible to make sure their club exhibitors entries are pre-tagged before they
get to the scale. If exhibitors need help tagging their animals on-site, go to the Livestock office.
DECEASED MARKET ANIMAL POLICY:
1. Fair staff must be notified IMMEDIATELY upon the death of a Market Animal. Anyone reporting a
deceased animal must speak directly to a fair office staff member or livestock office manager, no
“messages.” It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to report the death of a market animal directly to fair staff.
Veterinarians certificate of death is required.
2. Veterinarians certificate of death is required.
3. Exhibitors must obtain and possess a replacement animal within seven (7) days of the deceased animal
being verified. THERE WILL BE NO REPLACEMENTS AFTER SEPTEMBER 1ST.
4. A replaced animal is not eligible for any champion classes (including Breed Champion or Reserve Champion.)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), exhibitors that fall into the following
classifications may want to apply for assistance from the Livestock Special Needs Abilities Committee. An
individual with a disability is defined by the ADA as a person who has physical or mental impairment that
substantially limits one or more major activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or
a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment.
The Livestock Special Needs Abilities Committee has been formed to ensure that all exhibitors have a fair
opportunity for competition at the Tulare County Fair. Registration/identification with the committee is on a
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voluntary, self-identifying basis by either the parent of an exhibitor under eighteen (18) years of age, or the
exhibitor themselves if they are eighteen (18) years of age or older. Please check the box on your entry form if
you wish to register with this committee and a committee member will contact you.
The following will apply to those individuals registered with the committee:
1) The exhibitor must be the handler of the animal in the ring, but an assistant may be in the ring with the
exhibitor as a “safety backup.” The assistant must be a Livestock Exhibitor showing at the 2014 Tulare
County Fair.
2) A Special Needs exhibitor may have the option of showing in the Novice Showmanship class regardless of
how many years he/she has been exhibiting. This option will be approved by Fair Management with
input from the Committee.
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All Hogs will be assigned based upon two (2) hogs per pen, within the Chapter or Club
All Sale animals will be marked coming out of the auction arena.
Supreme, Reserve Supreme, and 4-H & FFA Champions and Reserve Champions must Sell
Due to the top weight that the Packing House will accept, any Hog weighing over 280 pounds will not
be eligible to sell in the Junior Livestock sale. Pay weight on hogs is 265 pounds.
Due to the top weight that the Packing House will accept, any Goat weighing over 115 will not be
eligible to sell in the Junior Livestock sale. Pay weight on goats is 105.
Exhibitors will be responsible for the care of the animals until they leave the fairgrounds. Sellers not
providing proper care will be fined an additional 6% of the selling price of their livestock entry.
Market Beef weighing over 1350 lbs. will only be paid up to 1350 lbs.
Market weighing over 140 lbs. will only be paid a maximum of 140 lbs.
JUNIOR LIVESTOCK AUCTION
TERMS OF SALE – Credit cards, checks or cash will be accepted the day of the sale. Buyers are expected to pay for
their purchases the night of the auction. All livestock sales are cash sales and payment is to be made the day of
the sale. The Fair does not have the funds available to “cover” the any buyer purchases. It is the goal of the Fair
to pay the exhibitors as quickly as possible to do so we need all buyers to pay for their purchases at the time of
the sale. If payment is not made within 30 days a 24% fee will be incurred every month until it is paid in full. The
ultimate responsibility for payment for sale animals rests with the person who signs the invoice at the time of the
sale. Persons acting as 'agents' for other individuals should have a signed authorization for purchase to release
them from any liability for payment. Please attach the release of liability statement to the sales invoice. Each
auction participant shall receive the proceeds from the sale of his or her animal, less all applicable fees and
commissions, only after the animal’s buyer has made payment of the purchase in full. All unpaid accounts as of
January 1, 2015 will be sent to a collection agency. ADD ON’s Payment are due at the time of add-ons.
Each auction participant shall receive the proceeds from the sale of his or her animal, less all applicable fees
and commissions, only after the animal’s buyer has made payment of the purchase price in full. Payment to
the seller will follow a regular payment schedule established in the sole discretion of the Junior Livestock
Auction. All unpaid accounts as of January 1, 2015, may be turned over to a collection agency. Any monies
received through the collection process shall issue to the auction participant, less applicable fees and
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commissions including, but not limited to, any commission fee of the collection agency. If someone other than
the exhibitor is picking up the checks, a note signed by the exhibitor naming the person who will pick up the
check is required. There will be a $35 charge to replace lost checks
1. Junior Livestock Auction Checks will be paid as soon as the funds are available. Due to the elimination of State
Funds the Fair is unable to “float” the buyer payments. The Fair will do everything possible to collect funds from
buyers in a timely manner.
2. The following deductions will be deducted from each exhibitor where applicable.
a. 6% commission on each animal sold and on all add-ons.
b. .004 per dollar on each market hog - National Pork Act.
c. $2.05 each market beef & Dairy Cattle Brand Inspection and Beef Council Fees.
d. .50 Lamb Check-off.
3. By entering, exhibitor acknowledges responsibility in the event their animal is found to contain drug residues. If
drug residues are detected, exhibitors may be liable for financial restitution, attorney’s fees, and Civil penalties.
Exhibitors may also be subject to disciplinary measures administered by the Tulare County Fair, including but not
limited to, the cancellation of sale transactions.
4. Exhibitors are solely responsible for the care and health of their animals until shipment by Fair Management.
5. Only market ready animals will sell in the Junior Livestock Auction.
6. Supreme Champion, Reserve Supreme Champion, 4-H or FFA Champion or Reserve Champion Steers, Lambs,
Hogs and Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Meat Goats must be sold for processing at 12:00 PM the day of
the auction. Exhibitors exhibiting a Supreme or Reserve Supreme Champion animal will be required to create a
biography of themselves as well as their projects.
7. Exhibitors must be present to sell their own animal. Any exhibitor failing to have their animal in their assigned
sale order position will be scratched from the Sale. Exhibitors will not be permitted to sell their animal at a later
position in the sale.
8. Every exhibitor is expected to “run” after the sale of their animal through the auction and must report in at the
auction ring, if failure to check in and run, a $50.00 fine will be withdrawn from their auction check.
9. Add-On Bids: Buyers can “add-on” additional monies to purchases made by a primary buyer. All Add-On bids
must be done in the Livestock Office within one hour following the conclusion of the auction. Add-On bids will
not be taken at the auction block. Add-On invoices must be completed with a buyer’s number and required
signature before an add-on bid will be taken. The minimum add-on bid $50.00 and a subject to commission.
10. All Exhibitors must sign an “Intent to sell” form in the livestock office within an hour after their show. All Market
animals are consigned to the sale at the time of entry. Exhibitors wishing to withdraw their animal from the sale
must do so at the Livestock Office within one hour after their market animal division judging is completed. If an
exhibitor fails to declare their wish to withdraw their animal within the time allotted, the animal will not be
scratched from the sale. If the exhibitor wants to scratch from the sale after the allotted time they must submit
a letter signed by exhibitor, leader, and parent stating they understand that the allotted time has passed and
that they understand that they will not be able to show or sale in 2015.
11. If an exhibitor exhibits more than one market animal, he/she must declare at the Livestock Office which animal
will sell within one hour after the last market animal division judging they are competing in is completed. If they
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do not declare which animal the highest placing animal will sell. If an exhibitor has more than one Champion,
the highest placing animal will sell. In the event one exhibitor has two Supreme, Reserved Supreme, or 4-H or FFA
Champions or Reserve Champion both must sell.
12. Each Club and Chapter is to assist with the auction – lotting animals, serving as runners, loading and shipping, etc.
13. BUYER INFORMATION:
i. Buyers for both Dairy Replacement Heifer Sale and Junior Livestock Auction will be able to pick up
purchased animals on Saturday morning (dairy only), Sunday evening or Monday, and must have proof of
purchase, in order to release at this time.
14. Each Club and Chapter is to assist with the auction – barn set-up and tear down, lotting animals, serving as
runners, loading and shipping, etc.
15. NO SOLICITING BUYERS ON SALE DAY
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It is the responsibility of each exhibitor selling an
animal to go out into the community and cultivate
NEW buyers. Each exhibitor needs to write letters to
prospective buyers, speak to new buyers, and explain
why a buyer should support the auctions at the
Tulare County Fair. The auction is only as good as the
effort the exhibitors put into marketing their animals.
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EDUCATIONAL DISPLAYS
ENTRY FORMS DUE BY 5:00 PM, AUGUST 1, 2014
Entry Fee: $5.00
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Entries are to be included on Livestock Entry Form.
The individual must build the display and have the individual's name and Club/Chapter listed on it.
Lettering shall be legible from 10 feet away and be on one side only.
Display board to be self-supportive 4'x8' plywood or particle board and be on display no later than 6:00 pm on
Tuesday, September 9. Displays must remain on display for the duration of the fair.
5. Displays having previously won are not eligible for competition but may be displayed for educational value.
Please complete an entry form and note "Not for Competition" on the form. Should you require additional space
for a display, please contact the Livestock Office.
6. PICK UP EXHIBIT TAG AT LIVESTOCK OFFICE BY 6:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, September 9, 2014.
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CASH AWARDS OFFERED PER CLASS
1st 2nd 3rd
$25 $10 $5
DIVISION 502 - 4-H EDUCATIONAL DISPLAYS
SCORECARD
PROMOTIONAL VALUE………………………………..………..……….25%
DIVISION 503 – FFA EDUCATIONAL DISPLAYS
Class
1 Small Animal Livestock
2 Large Animal Livestock
How well agricultural production is promoted to the public
EDUCATIONAL VALUE……………….…………………… ..…………..30%
Information value through the use of labeling, legends and any other manner in
which information is conveyed to the public
EFFECT OF AG ON THE CONSUMER…………...………………………..20%
Effectiveness in displaying or portraying how agriculture affects the consumer
QUALITY AND CLEANLINESS……………...………………...……..……15%
Excellence and Cleanliness of display
DECORATION AND ARRANGEMENT……………...……………….….….10%
Attractive arrangement and the proper grouping of commodities
to achieve balanced harmony
BEST DECORATED GROUP/CHAPTER PENS
Will be judged on creative use of fair theme “Celebrating the Bounty of our County”
Criteria:
1. Must follow theme of Fair
2. Must have Club/Chapter/Exhibitor prominently displayed
3. Space will be available for all animal departments
4. Pens will be judged during Fair
5. American System of Judging
Best Decorated Group/Chapter Pens Awards
~~Rosette~~
1st – 3rd Place
CLEAN STALL AWARDS
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All 4-H clubs and FFA Chapters are automatically entered at the time of entry for the animal(s).
Awards will be offered in the following 4-H Divisions: Swine, Sheep, Beef, Dairy, and Goats.
Awards will be offered in the following FFA Divisions: Swine, Sheep, Beef, Dairy, and Goats.
Winners of each division will get first choice of pens/stalls for the 2015 Tulare County Fair. Last years winners
please indicate stalling request on your entry form.
5. Winners will be announced on Sunday, September 14.
AWARDS
Scorecard
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1
Place
Each Division
Clean Main Aisles
10
Award, Choice of Stalls for 2015 Fair
Clean Stall/Pen
10
Cleanliness and
4-H & FFA Beef
Condition of Animals
10
4-H
& FFA Sheep
Use of attractive, consistent
4-H & FFA Dairy Cattle
signs/banners, decorations, etc
10
4-H & FFA Swine
TOTAL
40
4-H & FFA Goats
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COMMERCIAL BRED HEIFER
CONTRACTS AND ENTRY FORMS DUE by 5:00 PM, August 1, 2014
Entry Fee: $10.00
1. Heifers may be registered or grade, bearing evidence of having a brucellosis vaccination with an official tattoo.
2. Heifers entered in this class must be owned and under the daily care of the exhibitor for a period of 120 days
prior to the first day of Fair.
3. Heifers must be a minimum of 20 months old with a maximum age of 28 months on opening day of Fair. Heifers
must not calve before Fair and must be due to calve no later than December 1, 2014.
4. All heifers will be weighed on the fair scales, and weigh a minimum of 900 lbs. All heifers are to be slick sheared.
5. Heifers entered in this class may not be shown in any other beef class except Showmanship, unless they did not
meet minimum weight of 900 lbs in which case will be re-classified to 509 class 1.
6. Replacement animals will not be accepted past contract deadline August 1, 2014.
7. Exhibitors are limited to one entry.
9. Copy of Bill of Sale and Brand Inspection are required in order for application to be accepted.
10. Heifers will be vet checked Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 4:00 pm, or earlier if Dairy Heifers are complete.
11. Heifers do not have to be pre tagged, they will receive a neck chain during pregnancy check.
12. Heifers will sell on Saturday, September 13 during the Junior Livestock Auction. Fees and rules of the Junior
Livestock Auction apply to Commercial Heifers sold.
16. Exhibitors will be responsible for the care of the animals until Sunday evening. Sellers not providing proper care
will be fined an additional 6% of the selling price of their heifer.
DIVISION 504 – COMMERCIAL BRED HEIFERS
Class
1 All Commercial Bred Heifers
~~AWARDS~~
Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Bred Heifer
Grand Champion Heifer: Championship Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion: Banner and Rosette
MARKET BEEF
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ENTRY FORMS DUE BY 5:00 PM, August 1, 2014
ENTRY FEE: $10.00 per entry
All Market Beef exhibitors must have a brand inspection and/or a bill of sale showing 120 consecutive day
ownership, or a bred and owned statement. This proof of ownership and a brand inspection must be presented
at scale before animal can be weighed.
Horned animals will be disqualified. 4" scurs are permitted.
Market Beef to be weighed with standard tie halter. Use of chain or unduly heavy lead ropes prohibited.
NEW RULE: All beef animals must have neck ropes on at all times.
Market Beef must be a minimum of 1000 lbs. to qualify to sell in the Junior Livestock Auction. Exhibitors showing
and selling Market Beef weighing over 1350 lbs. will only be paid up to 1350 lbs.
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Halters are to be left on steers sold at the auction. They will not be returned.
BLOCKING CHUTE RULES - Chutes must be located in areas designated by management. Chutes will not be
allowed in aisles.
Any Market Beef not weighing the minimum 1,000 lbs. will be re-classified to Division 507, Class 1 (Feeder Beef)
after weigh in.
Market Beef will weigh-in on Tuesday, September 9 at 5:00 pm.- 7:00 pm
Exhibitors are responsible for their Market Beef, until Sunday evening, September 14, release for Market Beef
selling through the Junior Livestock auction is 6:30 p.m.
Classes will be split by breed. Each breed is required to have a min of five head per division to have its own
breed classes. Breeds to include: English Breeds (Angus, Hereford & Shorthorn), Black/Black-X and All Other
Color. Breeds following CJLA breed rules.
Fair management reserves the right to combine or cancel any classes that have five or fewer entries.
DIVISION 505 - FFA MARKET BEEF
DIVISION 506 - 4-H MARKET BEEF
Class
1 Market Beef
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Market Beef- Championship Buckle Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Beef-Banner & Rosette
Grand Champion (Each Division) - Banner and Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion (Each Division) - Banner and Rosette
FEEDER BEEF
1. Exhibitors are to wear the official uniform of the organization their project is entered under. Show assistants are
to be dressed in a 4-H or FFA uniform or whites.
2. A permanent ear tag or tattoo number is required and must be listed on the entry form along with the animal
birth date
3. Animals that have been registered by a purebred association cannot be entered in this division.
4. Feeder Calves will be weighed at 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 9, 2014
5. NEW RULE: All beef animals must have neck ropes on at all times.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 507 – FEEDER BEEF
Class
1 All Feeders *Must weigh under 1000 pounds.
Thirty-day ownership rule applies
~~AWARDS~~
Champion and Reserve Champion Feeder Beef-Rosette
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ULTRASOUND CARCASS CONTEST
Beef Carcass Contest
Entry Fee: None
No Pre-entry required
Rules and Guidelines:
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All cattle sold at the Junior Livestock Auction will be ultrasounded.
All steers are required to be consigned.
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Ultrasound Carcass
Presented by Tulare County Cattle Drive
Beef Boosters
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REGISTERED PUREBRED BEEF
ENTRY FEE: $10.00 per Class
OPEN TO TULARE AND KINGS COUNTY JUNIOR EXHIBITORS
Exhibitors are to wear the official uniform of the organization their project is entered under. Show assistants are
A permanent ear tag or tattoo number is required and must be listed on the entry form along with the animal
birth date.
Bred & Owned Class: Exhibitor must be the breeder and first owner of the animals entered in this class. Animal
must have been shown in an individual class to be eligible.
The California Shorthorn Breeders Association will award $50.00 Spotlight on Quality Sale gift certificates to the
Outstanding 4-H and FFA Registered Shorthorn Exhibitors. The competition is to run the duration of the fair. The
selection of the Outstanding Exhibitor will be based on the following and determined by the fair:
1) Dollars Awarded. 1 point per dollar awarded exhibiting Shorthorn Cattle in individual classes. Top five
animals per exhibitor to be considered for points.
2) Showmanship. 15 points for competing in showmanship. Additional 10 points if placed in final lineup of each
showmanship division as recorded by fair management.
NEW RULE: All beef animals must have neck ropes on at all times.
Fair management reserves the right to combine or cancel any classes that have three or fewer entries.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Female-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Female-Banner and Rosette
Senior and Reserve Senior Champion-Rosette
Junior and Reserve Junior Champion-Rosette
GRADE HEIFERS
OPEN TO TULARE AND KINGS COUNTY JUNIOR EXHIBITORS
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1. Exhibitors are to wear the official uniform of the organization their project is entered under. Show assistants are
2. A permanent ear tag or tattoo number is required and must be listed on the entry form along with the animal
birth date
3. Animals that have been registered by a purebred association cannot be entered in this division.
4. Grade Heifers will be weighed at 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 9, 2014
5. All beef animals must have neck ropes on at all times.
6. Fair management reserves the right to combine or cancel any classes that have three or fewer entries.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 509 - GRADE BEEF FEMALES
Class
1 All Heifers-classes will be broken following weigh in
~~ AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Grade Female-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Grade Female-Banner and Rosette
Senior and Reserve Senior Champion-Rosette
Junior and Reserve Junior Champion-Rosette
CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUP - BEEF
Groups shall consist of cattle shown previously in classes as individuals; all owned by members of the same Chapter
or Club. Limited to one entry per club or chapter. Market Steers or Breeding cattle may be used. Pre-entry is not
required. Ribbons only, no cash awards.
Class
DIVISION 510 - 4-H CLUB GROUPS
1. Club/Chapter Group of 3 Beef Cattle
DIVISION 511 - FFA CHAPTER GROUPS
2. Club/Chapter Group of 5 Beef Cattle
DAIRY CATTLE
CONTRACTS AND ENTRY FORMS FOR REPLACEMENT HEIFERS SELLING IN 2014 & 2015 ARE DUE AUGUST 1, 2014
OPEN TO TULARE COUNTY JUNIOR EXHIBITORS
1. The milk barn will be available for exhibitors use. Exhibitors will not be compensated for milk.
2. Milk cows (EXCLUDING REPLACEMENT HEIFERS IN MILK) may be brought in the morning of the show, and must
be on the grounds by 7 am the Day of the Show and all trailers removed from grounds. The milk cows will be
released immediately following the end of the Dairy Show with a release from the Livestock Office.
3. Exhibitors are expected to wear the Official Uniform of the organization under which their project is entered.
Show Ring Assistants are to be in uniform or whites.
4. By his signature on the entry form, the exhibitor is certifying that the sire of any grade female entered is a
registered purebred of the same breed.
5. Grade cattle are not eligible to compete in group classes, with the exception of Club and Chapter Group classes.
6. All class substitutions need to be made by check in, Tuesday at 5:00 pm. NO EXCEPTIONS!
7. All Substitutes must be within the same division. For example, a registered cow cannot be substituted for a grade
cow.
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1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 515 - FFA REGISTERED HOLSTEIN
DIVISION 516 - FFA GRADE HOLSTEIN
DIVISION 517 - 4-H REGISTERED HOLSTEIN
DIVISION 518 - 4-H GRADE HOLSTEIN
DIVISION 519 - 4-H/FFA REGISTERED ALL OTHER BREEDS
DIVISION 520 - 4-H/FFA GRADE ALL OTHER BREEDS
Class
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Spring Heifer Calf ................................................
Winter Heifer Calf...............................................
Fall Heifer Calf ....................................................
Summer Yearling Heifer .....................................
Spring Yearling Heifer .........................................
Winter Yearling Heifer ........................................
Fall Yearling Heifer……… .....................................
Junior Champion.................................................
Jr. 2 Year Old.......................................................
Sr. 2 Year Old ......................................................
3 Yr Old Cow .......................................................
4 Yr Old Cow .......................................................
Aged Cow............................................................
Senior Champion ................................................
Daughter/Dam....................................................
Produce of Dam ..................................................
Best 2 Females……... ...........................................
Mar 1 2014- May 31 2014
Dec 1 2013 - Feb 28 2014
Sep 1 2013 - Nov 30 2013
Jun 1 2013 - Aug 31 2013
Mar 1 2013 - May 31 2013
Dec 1, 2012 - Feb 28 2013
Sep 1 2012 - Nov 30 2012
No cash awards
Mar 1 2012 - Aug 31 2012
Sep 1 2011 - Feb 29 2012
Sep 1 2010 - Aug 31 2011
Sep 1 2009 - Aug 31 2010
Born prior to Sep 2009
No cash awards
A dam and her daughter
2 head-any age-same dam
Same breed, owned by exhibitor
MAX CORBETT AWARD
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Registered Female- Buckle, Banner, Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Registered Female-Banner and Rosette
Supreme Champion Grade Female- Buckle, Banner, Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Grade Female- Banner and Rosette
Champion Female (Each Division)
Reserve Champion Female (Each Division)
Res. Champion Registered Bull (Each Division)
Junior Champion Female (Each Division)
Reserve Junior Champion (Each Division)
Senior Champion (Each Division)
Reserve Senior Champion (Each Division)
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CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS – DAIRY CATTLE
DIVISION 521 - 4-H CLUB GROUPS
DIVISION 522 - FFA CHAPTER GROUPS
Class
1 Club/Chapter Group of 3 Dairy Cattle
2 Club/Chapter Group of 5 Dairy Cattle
DAIRY REPLACEMENT SALE
Friday, September 12th, 6:30pm
1. All heifers have been inspected and are certified to be pregnant, have a calf at side less than thirty (30) days of
age, or will calf within sixty (60) days of the sale. Heifer’s dams have met established production standards and
are of desirable type and conformation. Heifers must have been bred to registered bulls of the same breed.
2. All heifers being sold through the auction must be entered in the appropriate class at the 2014 Tulare County Fair
Dairy Cattle Show. Entry forms must be filled out and are due by 5:00 pm on Friday, August 1, 2014.
3. Brand inspections and/or Bills of Sale must be turned into the livestock office at the time of Vet Check.
4. Buyers are expected to pay for their purchases the night of the auction. If credit arrangements have been made
in advance, payment has to be made within 30 days of the sale. If payment is not made within 30 days a 2% fee
will be incurred every month until it is paid in full.
5. Heifers will be released to the buyers Sunday, September 14, 2014 prior to 8 am. Exhibitors are responsible for
their animals until Sunday evening.
6. PLEASE NOTE: Every exhibitor is expected to run after the sale of their animal through the auction and must
report in at the auction ring, if failure to check in and run, a $50.00 fine will be withdrawn from their auction
check.
7. Sellers are required to provide a suitable halter for the buyer after the sale. The Livestock Office is not
responsible for returning halters to any exhibitor.
8. If the heifer calves before the sale, the seller may sell the calf separately. Livestock office must be notified if the
calf will be selling. If the livestock office is not notified at least three (3) hours before the sale, the calf may not
sell
9. There will be a 6% commission taken from each animal sold.
10. DEBT COLLECTION Any individual, business, exhibitor, or exhibitor with a family member* having an outstanding
debt to the 24th D.A.A. Tulare County Fair, (including collection accounts) shall be barred from exhibiting or
participating in the Tulare County Fair until the debt is satisfied in full (including N.S.F. check charges and/or
interest charges). *defined as: parents, siblings, stepparents, stepsiblings, and/or individuals residing in the same
household.
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J.D. HEISKELL FEED STORE HOURS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
7AM-7PM
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
7AM-5PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
7AM-5PM
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
7AM-5PM
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
8AM-NOON
11. SLOW PAY POLICY: Any individual or business having an outstanding balance for a Junior Livestock Auction
Purchase as of December 31st shall be barred from bidding or purchasing at subsequent Tulare County Fair Junior
Livestock Auctions until the debt is satisfied in full and for a minimum of two consecutive years after the debt is
satisfied. (including N.S.F. check charges and/or interest charges).
MARKET HOGS
1. Only animals from Pseudorabies negative herds allowed.
2. Market Hogs must be a minimum of 200 lbs. to qualify to sell in the Junior Livestock Auction. Exhibitors showing
hogs weighing over 280 lbs, will not be able to sell or compete for Champion and will be showing in a super
heavy weight class.
3. Exhibitors are responsible for their market hogs, until Sunday evening, September 14.
DIVISION 525 - FFA MARKET HOG
DIVISION 526 - 4-H MARKET HOG
Class
1 Duroc
2 Hampshire
3 Yorkshire
4 All Other Breeds
5 Commercial Cross/Cross Bred
CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS – MARKET HOGS
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Groups shall consist of Market Hogs shown previously in Market Classes as individuals, all owned by members of the
same Club or Chapter. Ribbons only, no cash awards. Pre-Entry is not required.
DIVISION 527 - 4-H CLUB GROUP
DIVISION 528 - FFA CHAPTER GROUP
Class
1 Group of 3 Market Hogs
2 Group of 5 Market Hogs
3 Pair of 2- any two hogs exhibited at the 2013 fair by one exhibitor
~AWARDS~
*Supreme Champion Market Hog-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Hog- Banner and Rosette
Grand Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion (Each Division) -Rosette
MARKET LAMBS
1. All lambs are to be 'slick sheared' with no more than ten days fleece (1/4"). Fleece length will be checked at the
scales, lambs with more than 1/4" fleece will not be weighed.
2. All lambs must be tail docked in an acceptable manner. See State Rule IX “Sheep” A for specifics.
3. Lambs MUST show lambs teeth.
4. Sheep are not to be muzzled while on the fairgrounds. Muzzles will be confiscated and will not be returned.
5. Market Lambs must be a minimum of 100 lbs. to qualify to sell in the Junior Livestock Auction. Exhibitors
showing and selling lambs weighing over 140 lbs will only be paid a maximum of 140 lbs.
6. Management reserves the right to further break down classes if entries warrant.
7. Fairs will not accept sheep from scrapie “non-compliant” flocks, or animals that are scrapie-positive or scrapie
suspects.
8. All market lambs must have a scrapie tag in order to weigh. See Scapie Tag Information and Instructions, pg 37.
9. Exhibitors are responsible for their market lambs, until Sunday evening, September 14.
DIVISION 530 - FFA MARKET LAMBS
DIVISION 531 - 4-H MARKET LAMBS
Class
1
2
3
4
5
6
Hampshire
Suffolks
Natural Color
All Other Breeds (White Face)
Speckle / Brockle Faced
Black Face Crossbred
CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS – MARKET LAMBS
Groups shall consist of Lambs shown previously in Market Classes as individuals, all owned by members of the same
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Club or Chapter. Ribbons only, no cash awards. Pre-entry is not required.
DIVISION 533 - 4-H CLUB GROUP
DIVISION 534 - FFA CHAPTER GROUP
Class
1 Group of 3 Market Lambs
2 Group of 5 Market Lambs
3 Pair of 2- any two lambs exhibited at the 2014 fair by one exhibitor
~~AWARD~~
Supreme Champion Market Lamb- Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Lamb- Banner and Rosette
Grand Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
REGISTERED BREEDING SHEEP
Tulare County Jr. Exhibitors ONLY
1. Flock numbers shall be used to identify all entries. Numbers shall be used on regular and practical tags attached
to the ear or tattooed in the ear. An exhibitor may not use the same flock number on more than one animal
during any two consecutive calendar years. Registration numbers may not be used as flock numbers.
2. Lambs must show lambs teeth. Registration papers must be checked at the livestock office by 5:00 pm on
Tuesday, September 9.
3. Fairs will not accept sheep from scrapie “non-compliant” flocks, or animals that are scrapie-positive or scrapie
suspects.
4. All lambs must have a scrapie tag in order to weigh. See Scapie Tag Information and Instructions, pg 37.
5. Exhibitors to wear the official uniform of the organization in which their project is entered (either FFA or 4-H).
Ring assistants must be in uniform or whites.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 535 - MEAT BREED PUREBREDS (Specify Breed)
DIVISION 536 - WOOL BREED PUREBREDS (Specify Breed)
Class
1 Yearling Ram ......................................................................................... September 2012 - August 2013
2 Fall Ram Lamb ................................................................................. September 2013 - December 2013
3 Spring Ram Lamb ........................................................................................... January 2014 - May 2014
4 Pair Ram Lambs ........................................................................................................... Bred by Exhibitor
5 Yearling Ewe ........................................................................................... September 2012- August 2013
6 Pair Ewe Lambs ........................................................................................................... Bred by Exhibitor
7 Fall Ewe Lamb ................................................................................. September 2013 - December 2013
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8
9
10
11
12
13
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Spring Ewe Lamb ........................................................................................... January 2014 - May 2014
Pair Yearling Ewes ................................................................................ Previously shown as individuals
Brood Ewe .............................................................................................. Born prior to September 2012
Young Flock ........................................................One ram lamb and two ewe lambs, Bred by exhibitor
Get of Sire ................................................................ Four sheep, sired by same ram, Bred by exhibitor
Flock ............................................... One yearling or lamb ram, two yearling ewes and two ewe lambs
Bred & Owned...... Exhibitor must be the breeder and first owner of the animal entered in this class.
Animal must also be shown in individual class.
~AWARDS~
Supreme Champion Ram-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Ram-Banner and Rosette
Supreme Champion Ewe- Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Ewe- Banner and Rosette
Champion and Reserve Champion Ram (Each Division)-Rosette
Champion and Reserve Champion Ewe (Each Division)-Rosette
GRADE BREEDING SHEEP
Tulare County Jr. Exhibitors ONLY
1.
2.
3.
4.
Grade, crossbred or unregistered purebred range ewes are eligible. To be judged on a farm flock basis.
Ewes must have been sired by a registered or purebred ram.
A permanent ear tag or tattoo number is required. Incomplete entries will not be accepted.
Fairs will not accept sheep from scrapie “non-compliant” flocks, or animals that are scrapie-positive or scrapie
suspects.
5. All lambs must have a scrapie tag in order to weigh. See Scapie Tag Information and Instructions, pg 37.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 539 - Wether Sires
DIVISION 540 - Wether Dams
Class
1 Lambs ............................................................... September 2013 - May 2014
2 Yearlings ............................................................ September 2012 - Aug 2013
~AWARDS~
Champion Sire and Dam-Rosette
Reserve Champion Sire and Dam-Rosette
DAIRY GOATS
ENTRY FEE: $10.00 per Entry
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1. REGISTERED: Animals with a Certificate of Registry (BLUE BORDER) issued by the American Dairy Goat Association
are eligible. Animals with a "Certificate of Registration of Pure Bred" issued by the American Goat Society are
eligible. Registration papers must be presented to Livestock Office by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, September 9.
2. RECORDED GRADES: Grade animals for which a recordation (BROWN BORDER) paper has been issued by the
American Dairy Goat Association or American Goat Society. All Breeds will be judged together.
3. Exhibitors may be allowed to show goats less than 6 months with an American Dairy Goat Association stamped
duplicate of the registration application.
4. All goats must have legible tattoo.
5. All Goats must be owned by the exhibitor with exhibitor’s name being recorded as such on the registration paper.
6. Limited to 2 Entries Per Exhibitor Per Class.
7. Milk containers must be covered.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
DIVISION 555 - REGISTERED ALPINE
DIVISION 556 – REGISTERED NUBIAN
DIVISION 557 – REGISTERED AOP
DIVISION 558 – RECORDED GRADE
Class
FEMALES ONLY
1 Junior Kid................................................................................... May 2014 - July 2014
2 Intermediate Kid .................................................................. March 2014 - April 2014
3 Senior Kid .................................................................... January 2014 - February 2014
4 Dry Yearling ............................................................... January 2013 - December 2013
5 Junior and Reserve Junior Champion................................................. no cash awards
6 Yearling Milker .......................................................... January 2013 - December 2013
7 2 Under 3.................................................................... January 2012- December 2012
8 3 Under 4................................................................... January 2011 - December 2011
9 4 and Over ................................................................................. Prior to January 2011
10 Senior and Reserve Senior Champion ............................................... no cash awards
11 Get of Sire ......................................................................... 3 does sired by same buck
12 Produce of Dam ...............................................................2 does, any age, same dam
CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS – DAIRY GOATS
Groups shall consist of Dairy Goats previously shown in Classes as individuals, all owned by members of the same
Chapter or Club. Not more than two animals owned by one exhibitor. One entry per club or chapter. Ribbons only, no
cash awards. Pre-entry is not required.
DIVISION 560 - CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS
Class
1 Club/Chapter Group of 3
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~~AWARDS~~
Best In Show-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Best In Show-Banner and Rosette
Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
Reserve Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
Junior and Reserve Junior Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
Senior and Reserve Senior Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
MEAT GOATS
1. Meat Goats may not be entered in the Dairy or Pygmy Goat Division.
2. After weigh-in market goats will be divided into weight lots with the 60 to 115 pounds limitations. Any Market
Goats not making weight are eligible to show in feeder class. Market Goats less than 60 pounds or more that 115
will not sell at auction. Pay weight on goats is 105 pounds.
3. Qualifying Market Goats are eligible for the Junior Livestock Auction. Exhibitors are allowed to sell one (1)
market animal. Should the exhibitor of the Grand and Reserve Grand Champion also have another market
animal, they can sell only the Market Goat.
4. Unbred does and wethers are eligible. Male goats must be neutered and castration sites must be healed and free
of inflammation. All goats must be debudded or dehorned and not have tipped scurs in excess of 2 inches.
6. Fair will not accept goats from scrapie “non-compliant” flocks, or animals that are scrapie-positive or scrapie
suspects. All market goats must have a scrapie tag in order to be weighed. Scrapie tag number must be listed on
entry form or will not be excepted.
7. All market goats must have a scrapie tag in order to weigh. See Scapie Tag Information and Instructions, pg 37
8. Exhibitors are responsible for their market goat, until Sunday evening, September 14.
DIVISION 563 - MARKET GOATS
Class
1. 4-H/FFA Combined, Boar influenced Pair of 2- any two goats exhibited at the 2014 fair by one exhibitor
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Market Goat-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion Market Goat-Banner and Rosette
DIVISION 564 – 4-H/FFA COMMERCIAL GRADE MEAT DOES
Class
1. Kids (under 1 yr of age with milk teeth)
2. Yearlings
3. 2 years and older
~~AWARDS~~
Supreme Champion Doe-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Supreme Champion Doe
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PREMIER EXHIBITOR
Pre-Entry Not Required
1. A Premier Exhibitor will be selected from both the FFA and 4-H Divisions of Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Sheep and
Swine.
2. One Premier Exhibitor will be selected for the Dairy Goats, Pygmy Goats and Meat Goats.
3. Points will be tallied per the following system on a MAXIMUM of the 5 highest placing animals per exhibitor.
Only one (1) champion placing point (highest) will be used per animal. Sixth animal will be used as tiebreaker. If
neither exhibitor has 6 animals, then showmanship placing will be used. (Market Ready = 3 points, 1st place = 5
points, 2nd = 4 points, 3rd = 3 points, 4th = 2 points and 5th = 1 point, Jr / Sr Champion = 1 point, Champion = 2
Banner and Rosette points, Grand Champion = 3 points).
4. Points will be given for placement in a showmanship class. If an exhibitor advances from a Novice class and
places in that class, points given will be based on the highest placement.
5. Exhibitors having received a RED TAG for untidy pens or stalls will not be considered for this award.
~~AWARDS~~
*1st Place (Each Division)- Ribbons only
4-H & FFA Dairy Cattle
4-H & FFA Beef
4-H & FFA Sheep
4-H & FFA Swine
Meat Goat
Dairy Goat
Pygmy Goat
LIVESTOCK SHOWMANSHIP
1. Showmanship classes must be entered in advance on entry forms.
2. Animals must be entered in their respective breeding or market livestock classes to be eligible for use in
showmanship classes.
3. All exhibitors will be required to wear the show uniform of the organization they represent.
4. Each exhibitor to show his or her own animal.
5. Each exhibitor to groom or fit his or her own animal. Please refer to Livestock Department rule #13 for complete
details.
6. Class winners are expected to compete in the Round Robin Showmanship Contest. See Round Robin section.
7. The grade of the exhibitor on the day of the show determines showmanship class.
DIVISION 574 - BEEF CATTLE (breeding & market)
DIVISION 575 – SHEEP (breeding & market)
DIVISION 576 - SWINE
DIVISION 577 - DAIRY CATTLE
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DIVISION 578 - DAIRY GOATS
DIVISION 579 - MEAT GOAT
Class
1 FFA Novice – No experience before a judge with any type of animal. First Place winner may move up to
Experienced Class
2 FFA Experienced – Grades 9 & 10, 1st Place winner may move up to Advanced Class
3 FFA Advanced – Grade 11 +
4 4-H Novice – No experience before a judge with any type of animal. First Place winner may move up to
respective grade class
5 4-H Junior – Grades 6 and under
6 4-H Intermediate – Grades 7-8
7 4-H Senior – Grade 9 & up
~~AWARDS FOR EACH SPECIE~~
1st Place...............................................................................
2nd Place .............................................................................
3rd Place ..............................................................................
1st thru 5th ..........................................................................
4-H Champion .....................................................................
FFA Champion ....................................................................
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Product Award
Ribbons
Ribbons
Ribbons
Buckle
Buckle
PEE WEE SHOWMANSHIP
Contest will take place on Sunday September 14, at 2:00pm
Pre-Entry by August 1, 2014 is recommended but not required. Entry should be made on Livestock Entry Form.
This contest is open to youngsters not old enough to enroll in 4-H or exhibit in the livestock department of the
fair. Age to be determined as of January 1, 2014.
Youngsters entered in a Junior Livestock Department are not eligible to compete in Pee Wee Showmanship.
Lambs will be provided and entrants will draw lots to determine which lamb they are to show. Fitting will not be
a determining factor, handling and presence before judge are considered most important.
4-H or FFA Uniforms are not to be worn. Contestants should be suitably dressed.
DIVISION 580 - PEE WEE SHOWMANSHIP
Class
1 Mini Showmen - 6 years and under
2 Pee-Wee Showmen - 7 and 8 year olds
~RIBBONS~
1st Place Each Class
All Participants
ROUND ROBIN SHOWMANSHIP
1. Contestant to have won his/her Showmanship division (excluding Novice 4-H and Novice FFA) in Beef, Dairy,
Swine, Sheep, Dairy Goats or Meat Goats.
2. If for some reason an exhibitor is unable to participate in Round Robin, they must inform the Livestock Office
immediately upon conclusion of their showmanship division.
3. Only first place winners are eligible. If extenuating circumstances arise, the second place winner may be allowed
to move to first place and compete. Determining the validity of the extenuating circumstance is at the Livestock
Superintendent’s discretion.
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4. Each contestant to provide their own animal in their category, and these animals must have been entered and
shown in their respective divisions and be the animal they won their respective showmanship division with.
(Exception: Dairy animals may be provided by fair management if exhibitor’s animal has been released from
grounds after Dairy Replacement Heifer Sale).
5. If a showman wins in more than one specie/division they must designate which specie/division they will
represent in Round Robin and the second place winner of the specie/division they are not representing will be
given the opportunity to represent that specie/division.
6. Each contestant to exhibit all species represented, however they will not exhibit their own animal, which they
provided to this contest in their category.
7. In the event of a tie score between two or more contestants, the tie will be broken in this order:
A. The contestant with the highest score on the specie that qualified him/her for Round Robin.
B. The exhibitor with the most consistent set of scores.
8. Contestants will be scored on a possible of ten points per specie.
9. Each 4-H and FFA contestant scoring the highest combined score for Beef, Sheep and Swine to receive the Best
and Best 4-H Livestock Showman award.
11. This is a Round Robin, Each Class will show with own class, 4-H Junior will be showing a species while 4-H
Intermediate is showing another species and so on. There will be more than one arena in use.
DIVISION 582 - ROUND ROBIN SHOWMANSHIP
Class
1
2
3
4
5
4-H Junior
4-H Intermediate
4-H Senior (Qualifies for State Fair Best of Show)
FFA Experienced
FFA Advanced (Qualifies for State Fair Best of Show)
~AWARDS~
*4-H Junior Round Robin, 1st Place
*4-H Intermediate Round Robin, 1st Place
*4-H Senior Round Robin, 1st Place
*4-H Best Livestock Showman
*FFA Experienced Round Robin, 1st Place
*FFA Advanced Round Robin, 1st Place
*FFA Best Livestock Showman
COSTUME CONTESTS
Lads & Lassies Wool Fashion Show
When: See Master Schedule
Where: Show Barn
Time: Sunday, September 14, 2014 following Small Animal Costume Show
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Entries Close: Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 6pm
Lads & Lassies Wool Fashion Show Guidelines:
1. The object of this class is two-fold: a fashion parade of imaginatively attired young Lads & Lassies and
well-behaved halter led sheep.
2. The contestant will be judged on modern fashionable dress selected, which must be attractive and lend style to
the class. The garment must be made of wool or at least 70% wool blend, or by-products of sheep. All wool must
be natural or natural wool blend. No synthetic wool’s (man-made) will be allowed.
3. Sheep must be conditioned, fitted and trained to show at halter. All rules for exhibiting sheep at the Tulare
County Fair shall govern.
4. Winners will be eligible for the 2015 California State Fair Lads and Lassies Competition.
5. Garments may be worn only once at this fair by the same exhibitor.
DIVISION 590 - JUNIORS (9 to 13 years old)
DIVISION 591 - SENIORS (14 to 19 years old)
Class
1
Lads & Lassies Wool Fashion Show
~AWARDS~
Junior & Senior Winners
**Rosettes**
1st – 3rd Place in Junior & Senior Divisions
Guys & Gals Leather Fashion Show
Where: Show Barn
Time: Sunday, September 14, 2014 following Lads & Lassies Lead
Entries Close: Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 6pm
Guys & Gals Leather Fashion Show Guidelines:
1. The object of this class is two-fold; fashion parade of imaginatively attired young guys & gals and well-behaved
halter-led beef. Contestants will be judged on modern fashionable attire, which must be attractive and lend style
to the class. The garment must be made of Leather or Suede or other beef by-products. NO synthetic
(man-made) Leather or Suede may be used.
2. Beef must be conditioned, fitted and trained to show at halter.
3. All rules for exhibiting beef at the Tulare County Fair shall govern.
DIVISION 592 - JUNIORS (9 to 13 years old)
DIVISION 593 - SENIORS (14 to 19 years old)
Class
1
Guys & Gals Leather Fashion Show
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AWARDS~
**Rosettes**
1st – 3rd Place in Junior & Senior Divisions
Small Animals – Specie Costume Show
Where: Show Barn
Time: Sunday, September 14, 2014 at 10am
Entries Close: Saturday, September 13, 2014 by 6pm
Small Animals ~ Specie Costume Show Guidelines:
1. Contestants will be judged on style, fashion and creativity.
2. All animals must be conditioned, fitted and trained to show.
3. Judging standard based on creativity of idea, costume and presentation.
4. All small animal species eligible.
5. Contest may be split into 2 groups if Fair Management deems it necessary.
DIVISION 594 - SMALL ANIMALS – SPECIE COSTUME SHOW
Classes
1 Rabbits
2 Poultry
3 Pygmy Goats
~AWARDS~
**Rosettes**
st
rd
1 – 3 Place in Junior & Senior Divisions
SMALL ANIMAL DEPARTMENT
ENTRIES DUE BY 5:00 PM, AUGUST 1, 2014
ALL SMALL ANIMALS WILL REMAIN ON THE GROUNDS FOR THE DURATION OF THE FAIR.
1. Fur and Feathers Divisions are open to junior exhibitors who reside in Tulare and Kings Counties or who are a part
of Delano High School FFA.
2. Entry Fee is $10.00 per class with the exception of Showmanship, at $5.00 per class.
3. LIMIT: Unless otherwise noted, there is no limit on the number of entries one exhibitor may enter. However,
premiums will only be paid on two placings per class.
4. Use the Rabbit or Poultry entry form, not Livestock.
5. Breed and variety, sex, identification number, age, Division (excluding Rabbits) and class number must be on entry
form.
6. Animals are entered at owner’s risk. The judges and Fair Association are not responsible for injury or death of any
animal.
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7. All rabbits and poultry will be cooped for the duration of the fair. Any exhibitor who takes his/her animals out
early will forfeit any and all premiums and awards.
8. Entries will be shown and judged in the proper Division and class for breed, variety, age and sex only. If no class
is offered, no awards may be made.
9. All Rabbits & Poultry will be housed in the Ag-Ed building #5.
10. All Poultry and Pigeons must undergo a Health Inspection by a Certified Poultry Health Inspector before entering
the building.
11. Any animal(s) deemed not healthy by the Inspector will not be allowed to enter the barn.
PYGMY GOATS
1. All pygmy goats will be stalled for the duration of the fair.
2. By entering, the Exhibitor certifies that the sire of each animal entered in the following classes for grade animals
was either registered or purebred.
3. All animals must be registered with either the American Goat Society, Inc., or the National Pygmy Goat
Association. Registration papers must be checked at the livestock office by 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 9.
4. Either horned, tipped or de-horned animals are permissible.
5. LIMIT: 2 Entries Per Exhibitor Per Class.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
~AWARDS~
Supreme Registered Doe-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Champion Grade Doe- Banner and Rosette
Reserve Champion Doe (Each Division)- Rosette
*Champion Wether Pygmy Goat-Banner and Rosette
Reserve Champion Wether Pygmy Goat- Banner and Rosette
Junior and Reserve Junior Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
Senior and Reserve Senior Champion (Each Division)-Rosette
DIVISION 545 - REGISTERED PYGMY GOAT DOES
DIVISION 546 - GRADE PYGMY GOAT DOES
Class
1 Junior Kid..................July 2014 - September 2014
2 Intermediate Kid ............March 2014 - June 2014
3 Senior Kid ............ October 2013 – February 2014
4 Yearling (Not kidded)October 2012 – September 2013
5 Junior and Reserve Junior Championno cash awards
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6
7
8
9
Yearling (Kidded)October 2012 – September 2013
2 Years & Under 3October 2011 – September 2012
3 Years & Older ................. Prior to October 2011
Senior and Reserve Senior Champion..no cash awards
DIVISION 547—PYGMY GOAT WETHERS
Class
1 Wethers ................................................ 2014 Kids
2 Wethers………………………..…..2013 and Older Kids
CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS – PYGMY GOATS
Groups shall consist of Pygmy Goats previously shown in Classes as individuals, all owned by members of the same
Club or Chapter. Groups may consist of registered Pygmy Goats, Grade Pygmy Goats or a combination of both. One
entry per club or chapter. Ribbons only, no cash awards. Pre-entry is not required.
DIVISION 548 -CLUB AND CHAPTER GROUPS
Class
PYGMY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP
All rules pertaining to other species showmanship classes apply to these Divisions as well. See Page 1 for complete
rules.
4-H and FFA compete together.
~ AWARDS~
1st- 8th Place Each Class
1st Place Each Class
DIVISION 550 - PYGMY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP
Class
1 Novice – No experience before a judge with any type of animal. First Place may move to respective grade class.
2 Junior – 5th Grade and under
3 Intermediate – 6th – 8th Grades
4 Senior - 9th Grade and Above
*Junior Exhibitors can not participate in Small Animal Round Robin
POULTRY, PIGEONS AND WATERFOWL
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ENTRY FEE: $5.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS
1. Fur and Feathers Divisions are open to junior exhibitors who reside in Tulare and Kings Counties or who are a
part of Delano High School FFA.
2. For Poultry and Waterfowl: rules, definitions and judging procedure as prescribed in the latest edition of the
official show rules and Standard of Perfection of the American Poultry Association, Inc., shall apply except in
instances where they are in conflict with the rules and regulations prescribed by the Department of Food &
Agriculture. For pigeons: All birds will be judged in accordance with the latest standards adopted by the leading
specialty clubs of America. Where no American standard is in vogue, the latest European standard will be used.
4. BIRDS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY A LEG BAND WITH NUMBER CONFORMING TO THE ENTRY FORM ON ARRIVAL
AT THE SHOW. Leg Band must be listed on entry form or will not be accepted. For Pigeons: All young birds must
be identified by a serially numbered current year seamless leg band conforming to the entry form on arrival at
the show. Old birds must have either seamless or split prior year serially numbered bands conforming to the
entry form.
5. Waterfowl entries will be limited to available cage space and will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
6. All Poultry and Pigeons must undergo a Health Inspection by a Certified Poultry Health Inspector before
entering the barn. Any animal(s) deemed not healthy by the Inspector will not be allowed to enter the barn.
1st 2nd 3rd
$10 $8 $5
~AWARDS~
Best in Show Poultry-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve in Show Poultry- Banner and Rosette
Champion Large Poultry-Banner and Rosette
Reserve Champion Large Poultry-Rosette
Champion Bantam- Banner and Rosette
Reserve Champion Bantam-Rosette
Best in Show Waterfowl- Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve in Show Waterfowl- Banner and Rosette
Best in Show Pigeon- Banner and Rosette
Reserve in Show Pigeon- Banner and Rosette
Best of Division (Each Division)-Rosette
CHICKEN MEAT PENS
ENTRIES DUE BY 5:00 PM, AUGUST 1, 2014.
LIMIT: 2 Chicken Meat Pens per Exhibitor
ENTRY FEE $10.00 PER PEN/PER CLASS
DANISH SYSTEM JUDGING
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RULES:
1. WEIGHTS: Minimum 4 pounds – Maximum 7 pounds *** Birds will be weighed AFTER they are inspected and
before they are penned. Only birds making weight will be allowed to enter poultry barn and remain on
fairgrounds. They shall have only one weigh-in.
2. Chicken meat pens consist of two (2) birds of the same breed and sex. Birds not to exceed 10 weeks of age.
3. Leg bands indicated on entry forms must identify each bird.
4. ***ONLY Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Meat Pens will be selling at the Junior Livestock
Auction Saturday September 13, 2014. Please note: Exhibitors can only sell ONE (1) market animal at the Junior
Livestock Auction.
~~AWARDS~~
Grand Champion Meat Pen- Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion Meat Pen- Banner and Rosette
*There will be no premiums paid on meat pens
DIVISION 704 – CHICKEN MEAT PENS
Class
1 All Chicken Meat Pens
BREEDING POULTRY, PIGEONS AND WATERFOWL
1
Cock (1 Year and Older)
2
3
Hen (1 Year and Older)
Cockerel (Under 1 Year, 4 Months Minimum)
4 Pullet (Under 1 Year, 4 Months Minimum)
Specify Breed and Variety on Entry Form
DIVISION 705 – AMERICAN
DIVISION 710 – ALL OTHER STANDARD LARGE
Plymouth Rock, Wyandotte, Rhode Island Red, New
BREEDS
Hampshires
Modern Game, Old English Game, Araucana,
Ameraucana
DIVISION 706 – ASIATIC
Brahma, Cochin and Langshan
DIVISION 711 – NON STANDARD LARGE BREEDS
American Game, Identify, Judged on condition only
DIVISION 707 – ENGLISH
Sussex, Orpington, Australorp
DIVISION 712 – UTILITY, MEAT & EGG
Identify, Judged on production and condition only
DIVISION 708 – MEDITERRANEAN
Leghorn, Sicilian Buttercup
DIVISION 713 – TURKEYS
DIVISION 709 – CONTINENTAL
Hamburg, Polish, Faverolle
BANTAM POULTRY
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DIVISION 715 – GAME BANTAMS
Modern Game, Old English Game
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4
DIVISION 716- SINGLE COMB CLEAN LEGGED
Dutch, Japanese, Leghorns, Plymouth Rocks, Rhode
Island Reds
Young Drake/Gander (Under 1 Year)
Young Duck/Goose (Under 1 Year)
DIVISION 723 – BANTAM AND LIGHTWEIGHT DUCKS
Call, Mallard, Runner, Campbell, Magpie
DIVISION 724 – MEDIUM AND HEAVYWEIGHT DUCKS
Peking, Rouen, Muscovy, Cayuga, Crested, Swedish,
Buff
DIVISION 717 – ROSE COMB CLEAN LEGGED
Antwerp Belgians (D’anvers), Rhode Island Reds,
Rosecombs, Sebrights, Wyandottes
DIVISION 725 – GEESE, ALL VARIETIES
DIVISION 718 – ALL OTHER COMBS CLEAN LEGGED
Ameraucana, Araucana, Cornish, Polish, Sumatra
PIGEONS
DIVISION 730 – ALL PIGEONS
SPECIFY BREED AND VARIETY
Class
1
Old Cock (Prior Year Hatch)
2
Old Hen (Prior Year Hatch)
3
Young Cock (Current Year Hatch)
4
Young Hen (Current Year Hatch)
DIVISION 719 – FEATHER LEGGED
Brahma, Cochin, Silkie
WATERFOWL
CLASSES FOR ALL WATERFOWL
1 Old Drake/Gander (1 Year and Older)
2 Old Duck/Goose (1 Year and Older)
RABBITS
ENTRY FEE $10.00 PER ENTRY PER CLASS
1. Fur and Feathers Divisions are open to junior exhibitors who reside in Tulare and Kings Counties or who are a part
of Delano High School FFA.
2. Rules, Definitions and Judging procedures as prescribed in the latest edition of the Guide Book and Standard of
Perfection of the American Rabbit Breeders Association, Inc., shall apply to all District and County Fair Rabbit
Shows, provided they do not conflict with any of the rules and regulations prescribed by the Department of Food
and Agriculture.
3. Specify Breed, Variety, Class, Sex and Ear Number on Entry Form.
4. ALL ANIMALS MUST BE IDENTIFIED BY A PERMANENT EAR MARKING CONFORMING TO THE ENTRY FORM. Any
duplication of ear markings by one exhibitor in the same DIVISION must be eliminated and the change recorded
on the judging sheet before judging.
5. Animals will be shown and judged in the proper division and class for breed, variety, age and sex ONLY.
6. Exhibitors are responsible for getting their animals to and from the judging tables. ALL RABBITS MUST BE
GROOMED AND CARRIED TO THE TABLE BY A YOUTH. ADULTS GROOMING/CARRYING RABBITS TO THE TABLE
IS CAUSE FOR DISQUALIFICATION FROM THE SHOW.
7. The age in months (4 months, etc.) must be entered on the entry form for each animal entered in breed Divisions.
8. Substitutions will be accepted in the same breed, variety and class, until 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 4 by
calling 559-686-4707 extension 144 or e-mailing [email protected]. No changes will be made the day of
judging.
9. Rabbits will be released at 7:00 pm on Sunday, September 14 with a Release from the Livestock Office.
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Official A.R.B.A. Youth Sanctioned Show, Eric Stewart, Executive Director, P.O. 5667, Bloomington, Illinois 61702.
www.arba.net Membership Fees: $20.00 per year, 3 yrs. $50.00
RABBITS
HEAVYWEIGHT RABBITS
DIVISION 800 – HEAVYWEIGHT RABBITS
DIVISIONS WILL BE BROKEN AFTER ENTRY CLOSING BASED UPON ENTRIES RECEIVED.
Class
1 Senior Buck...................... 8 Months Old and Over
2 Intermediate Buck6 Months and Under 8 Months
3 Junior Buck .......................... Under 6 Months Old
4 Senior Doe ....................... 8 Months Old and Over
5 Intermediate Doe 6 Months and Under 8 Months
6 Junior Doe ........................... Under 6 Months Old
LIGHTWEIGHT RABBITS
DIVISION 815 – LIGHTWEIGHT RABBITS
DIVISIONS WILL BE BROKEN AFTER ENTRY CLOSING BASED UPON ENTRIES RECEIVED.
Class
1 Senior Buck...................... 6 Months Old and Over
2 Junior Buck .......................... Under 6 Months Old
3 Senior Doe ....................... 6 Months Old and Over
4 Junior Doe ........................... Under 6 Months Old
DIVISION 830 - BREED FUR ANIMALS
Animals MUST have been shown and not have been disqualified in regular breed Divisions.
Class
1 Angora
2 Satin, All
3 Rex, All
4 Any Other
~~AWARDS~~
Best in Show-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve in Show- Banner and Rosette
Best of Breed-Rosette
Best Opposite Sex of Breed-Rosette
RABBIT MEAT PENS
LIMIT: 2 Meat Pens per Exhibitor
ENTRY FEE $10.00 PER PEN/PER CLASS
DANISH SYSTEM JUDGING
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RULES:
1. Meat pens consist of 3 rabbits, all the same breed and variety, not over 70 days old, and weighing between 3 and
5 lbs each. List all 3 ear markings on the Entry Form and send only one entry fee per pen.
2. A Bill of Sale or statement certifying that rabbits were bred by exhibitor showing a minimum of 30 days
ownership required at weigh-in.
3. Sold meat pens may be donated back to Exhibitor, but not resold in auction.
4. ***ONLY Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Meat Pens will be selling at the Junior Livestock
Auction Saturday September 13, 2014. Please note: Exhibitors can only sell ONE (1) market animal at the Junior
Livestock Auction.
~~AWARDS~~
Grand Champion Meat Pen-Buckle, Banner and Rosette
Reserve Grand Champion Meat Pen-Banner and Rosette
*There will be no premiums paid on meat pens
DIVISION 840 – RABBIT MEAT PENS
Class
1 All Meat Pens
RABBIT AND POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP
ENTRY FEE - $5.00
1. Official uniforms of the organization, which the project is carried, MUST be worn. Independent exhibitors 12 and
under enter 4-H divisions, 13 and over enter FFA divisions.
2. The top showman in each class will be eligible for Small Animal Round Robin.
DIVISION 848 – CAVY SHOWMANSHIP
1 ALL EXHIBITORS
DIVISION 849 – RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP
DIVISION 850 – POULTRY SHOWMANSHP
Class
1 FFA Novice (never shown before – can move up to experienced)
2 FFA Experienced(9th – 10th grades)
3 FFA Advanced (11th grade +)
4 4-H Novice (never shown before – can move up to Junior)
5 4-H Junior (6th grade and under)
6 4-H Intermediate (7th – 8th grades)
7 4-H Senior(9th grade +)
~~AWARDS~~
Rabbit, 1st Place
FFA Novice, Experienced, Advanced
4-H Novice, Junior, Intermediate, Senior
Poultry, 1st Place
FFA Novice, Experienced, Advanced
4-H Novice, Junior, Intermediate, Senior
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Cavies, 1st Place
Junior Exhibitors (ages 6-8) ~ Ribbons ~
SMALL ANIMAL ROUND ROBIN SHOWMANSHIP
1. Contestant to have won his/her Showmanship division (excluding Novice 4-H, Novice FFA & Junior Exhibitors ages
6-8) in Pygmy Goats, Poultry, and Rabbits.
2. If for some reason an exhibitor is unable to participate in Round Robin, they must inform the Livestock Office
immediately upon conclusion of their showmanship division.
3. Only first place winners are eligible. If extenuating circumstances arise, the second place winner may be allowed
to move to first place and compete. Determining the validity of the extenuating circumstance is at the Livestock
Superintendent’s discretion.
4. Each contestant to provide their own animal in their category, and these animals must have been entered and
shown in their respective divisions and be the animal they won their respective showmanship division with.
5. If a showman wins in more than one specie/division they must designate which specie/division they will
represent in Round Robin and the second place winner of the specie/division they are not representing will be
given the opportunity to represent that specie/division.
6. Each contestant to exhibit all species represented, however they will not exhibit their own animal, which they
provided to this contest in their category.
7. In the event of a tie score between two or more contestants, the tie will be broken in this order:
A. The contestant with the highest score on the specie that qualified him/her for Round Robin.
B. The exhibitor with the most consistent set of scores.
8. Contestants will be scored on a possible of ten points per specie.
DIVISION 582 - ROUND ROBIN SHOWMANSHIP
Class
1 4-H Junior
2 4-H Intermediate
3 4-H Senior (Qualifies for State Fair Best of
Show)
4 FFA Experienced
5 FFA Advanced (Qualifies for State Fair
Best of Show)
~AWARDS~
4-H Junior Round Robin, 1st Place
4-H Intermediate Round Robin, 1st Place
4-H Senior Round Robin, 1st Place
FFA Experienced Round Robin, 1st Place
FFA Advanced Round Robin, 1st Place
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2013 Junior Livestock Auction Supreme Champion Buyers
Supreme Champion Market Steer
Buyers: Superior Air
Eureka Seed Co.
MJ Brothers Trucking
Killingsworth Gear
Grimmius Cattle Co
Roger Vogt’s Performance Auto & Air
Simoes Spreading Service
Willit’s Equipment Co.
Ag Seeds Unlimited
Dekalb
Hacienda Angus
US Farms Systems
Olam Cotton
Innovative Ag Services
Bri-Co Tire Service
Andreini & Co.
Mark Correia Agriculture Services
Pioneer Seed
Grower Direct Nut Co.
Roman Electric
Abigail colburn, Independent
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Steer
Buyers: Jody Fuller
Nick Serafin Farms
Rick Van Beek
Dane Stuhaan
John Vincent Jr.
Bertao Livestock
VSI
Tri T Farms
Tom Costa
Randall Huber
Cullum Engineering
Sheri & Glen Dooley
James & Sherri King
Verne Crookshanks
Korsgaden & Jansma
Andy Vidak
Joey Freitas
Mike French
Joe Hallmeyer
Sam Miller
John Correia
Frank Ainley Jr.
Eric Gredanus
Tim Timmons
Kelsey Stearns, Independent
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Supreme Champion Market Hog
Buyers: Salser & Dillard Funeral
Mike Adkins
Nick Seymore, golden west ffa
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Hog
Buyer: Tule River Tribal Council
Ethan Standridge, tule river 4-h
Supreme Champion Market Lamb
Buyer: Gist Farms
Cardoza Custom Farming
Ronald Quinn & Co.
Bebeira Farms
Frank & Amy Viera
Central Valley Meat
Lindsey Vieira, Tulare FFA
Reserve Supreme Champion Market Lamb
Buyers: Round Up Livestock Marketing
Fernandes & Sons Dairy
Frank & Amy Viera
Coelho Meat Co.
Gist Farms
Tate Nelson, st. Aloysius 4-h
Champion Market Goat
Buyer: Vincent Sola
Tyson Brem, Strathmore ffa
Reserve Champion Market Goat
Buyer: Pitigliano Farms
Natalie Gutierrez, lindsay ffa
Champion Beef Heifer
Buyer: Tom Costa
Garrett Fisher, Woodlake ffa
Reserve Champion Beef Heifer
Buyer: Sousa & Company
Mason Hire, independent
Champion Rabbit Meat Pen
Buyer:Gist Farms
Colby Seymore, Valley Life 4-H
Reserve Champion Rabbit Meat Pen
Buyer:Gist Farms
Hunter Seymore, Valley Life 4-H
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SCRAPIE TAG INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION
Official Scrapie tag information is required for all sheep AND goats entered at the Tulare County Fair under the
National Scrapie Eradication Program. This is a mandatory program and requires participation by all sheep and goat
producers from all 50 states. It includes individual identification of animals (sheep and goats) with an ear tag or
tattoo prior to changing ownership (so that animals can be traced) and to allow testing samples from sheep at
slaughter facilities.
What is a Scrapie Tag
Sheep and Goat producers will register and request from USDA approved individual official tags. These are referred
to as scrapie tags and are required for:
 All Sheep and Goats must be identified when changing ownership and prior to transport before a show,
fair, petting zoo, or exhibition.
Exception to the use of Scrapie Tags:
 Registered goats that have a legible registry tattoo accompanied by a copy of the registration certificate do
not require a scrapie tag if their tattoo is registered as a unique entity with the breed association and
USDA-APHIS’ Veterinary Services office. Exhibiter must bring own reader.
The scrapie tag identifies two specific tracking numbers:
 Premise number; also referred to flock, herd or breeder identification. This number will be assigned by the
Federal Government and follows a specific format.
o The first two character of this number indicate the two digit alpha state code. For example, if the
animal was born in California the first two digits would be “CA”. If the animal was from Oklahoma,
the first two characters would be “OK”.
o The 4 to 5 digits that follow the alpha state designation is the premise number which has been
assigned by the Federal Government for that specific livestock producer AND location.
 Individual Animal Identification Number: This is a numbering sequence to identify one animal from the
specific premise. It may be one digit or several. This is a numbering sequence that is chosen by the breeder.
 Both sets of these numbers must be recorded on the Tulare County Fair Entry form. This information is to
be recorded from the actual tag that is located in the ear of your animal.
 Some breeders may use a tattoo method or a micro chip. As long as the requirements have been met
these are acceptable ways per the Federal Government.
 It is ILLEGAL to remove or tamper with the scrapie tag once it has been issued.
It is highly recommended that on your bill of sale for your purchased animal, the breeder indicate the Scrapie Tag
information for inclusion on your entry form and to help resolve any issues that could arise. Be sure to bring your
original Bill of Sale to the Tulare County Fair for reference as needed.
How to Complete the Tulare County Fair Entry Form
On the Tulare County Fair Entry Form, in the section labeled Scrapie # (Sheep/Goat) Brucellosis# (Dairy) form you will
enter the Premise number followed by the individual animal number.
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Example number 1; based on the above sample tag:
XX2373/1234 would be your entry;
Example 2; where the XX on the above tag was identified as California:
CA2373/1234 would be your entry
The above entry indicates that animal was born in California at location 12345 (which is on file with the Federal
Government) and 000123 is the individual animal number for this breeder.
Missing, Incorrect or Altered Scrapie Numbers
Entries with missing or incomplete scrapie numbers will not be registered as an exhibit until the scrapie number is
corrected. Entry fees will not be refunded for entries that are not corrected by August 15, 2014 nor will the animal
be allowed to compete in the Tulare County Fair.
All Sheep and Goat scrapie number for market sheep and goat entries will be verified at the scales during weigh in or
for all non market animals, during the day on Wednesday. Exhibitors with scrapie tag issues will be required to
produce the original bill of sale which indicates the Scrapie Tag Information prior to participation in the Tulare County
Fair. Failure to do so may result in the disqualification and removal of the animal and forfeiture of the entry fee.
Scrapie Tags that are missing from the animal or appear to be altered are subject to disqualification from the
Tulare County Fair. It will be at the discretion of the Tulare County Livestock Superintendent and the CEO as to the
action to be taken. All entry fees and/or premiums will be forfeited.
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2014 STATE RULES
FOR
CALIFORNIA FAIRS
California Department of
Food & Agriculture
Division of Fairs & Expositions
Physical Address: 2800 Gateway Oaks Drive, Ste 257, Sacramento CA 95833
Mailing Address: 1220 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
916-999-3000
916-999-3001 (fax)
By signing and submitting an entry form the exhibitors and their agents, parents and leaders acknowledge
and agree that they:
1. Understand and have read these State Rules and local fair rules;
2. Agree to abide by them;
3. Certify that all information on the entry form is true and accurate; and
4. Agree to comply with the fair’s decision regarding any alleged violation of the State or Local Rules. In the event that
it is determined there has been unethical treatment of animals or violation of state or federal regulations or of state
or local fair drug policy rules, exhibitor names will be forwarded to the Division of Fairs & Expositions as well as
given to the network of California fairs and to appropriate government agencies.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Edmund G. Brown, Jr., Governor
Department of Food & Agriculture
Karen Ross, Secretary
Division of Fairs & Expositions
John Quiroz, Accounting Administrator
California Exposition and State Fair
Jay Carlson, Ag Programs Manager
The California Exposition and State Fair has been contracted to provide
oversight to the State Rules of California.
STATE RULES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The committee reviews these rules for recommendation to the Director.
Patricia Conklin (Chair), Sonoma Marin Fair
Ron Brandt, Merced County Spring Fair
Tiffany Burrow, Alameda County Fair
Marc Coleman, Ag Instructor (FFA)
Jacky Eshelby, California Mid-State Fair
Dr. Joan Dean Rowe, UC Davis
Jaime Farao, California Ag Instructor, Merced College
Laurie Giannini, Calaveras County Fair
Robin Hauck, Nevada County Fair
Laurie Johnson, Gold Country Fair
Sandi Hurtgen-Montiero, California State Fair
Cliff Munson, Siskiyou Golden Fair
Laurie Johnson, Gold Country Fair
Diana Muller, Public, Sheep Industry
Monica Rodriguez, Sonoma County Fair
Carrie Rohr, Glen and Tehema District Fair
Jaime Sanchez, Lassen County Fair
Katie Stotler, Kern County Fair
Willow Vierra, Plumas Sierra Fair
Jim Vietheer, Sacramento County Fair
Kelly Violini, Monterey County Fair
Sarah Watkins, State 4-H Office
Division of Fairs and Expositions
Physical Address: 2800 Gateway Oaks Drive, Ste 257, Sacramento CA 95833
Mailing Address: 1220 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
F&E Phone: 916-999-3000
Fair Consultant Manager: 916-263-3109
Official Protests: 916-296-9530 (cell)
www.cdfa.ca.gov/fe
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Table of Contents
Preface.............................................................................................................................................. .................. .4
GENERAL RULES for ALL DEPARTMENTS
I Definitions.................................................................................................................................... ....................... 5
II Eligibility...................................................................................................................................... ...................... .5
Entry Process........................................................................................................................ ............................... 5
Participation.......................................................................................................................... ................................ 6
Conflict of Interest Avoidance................................................................................................ ............................... 7
III Judging........................................................................................................................................ ..................... 7
IV Awards and Scoring.................................................................................................................... ..................... 8
V Protests....................................................................................................................................... ...................... 8
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT RULES
VI Agriculture-Horticulture Department............................................................................................ ..................... 9
VII Junior Department..................................................................................................................... .................... 10
Definitions............................................................................................................................ ............................... 10
Exhibitor Age Requirements................................................................................................ ............................... 10
Exhibit Eligibility................................................................................................................... ............................... 10
Senior Department Restrictions........................................................................................... ............................... 11
Livestock and Horse Exhibits - Ownership.......................................................................... ............................... 11
Livestock and Horse Exhibits - Other................................................................................... .............................. 12
VIII Livestock Department................................................................................................................. .................. 12
Definitions............................................................................................................................ ............................... 12
Participation......................................................................................................................... ............................... 13
Animal Identification............................................................................................................. ............................... 13
Market Animals.................................................................................................................... ............................... 13
Breeding Animals................................................................................................................. ............................... 14
IX Animal Species Rules................................................................................................................. ................... 15
X Animal Health Rules................................................................................................................... ..................... 16
XI Horse Show Department............................................................................................................ .................... 19
Rules for Exhibitors.............................................................................................................. ............................... 19
Participation......................................................................................................................... ............................... 20
Management........................................................................................................................ ............................... 20
Awards................................................................................................................................. ............................... 21
Judges................................................................................................................................. ............................... 21
Health................................................................................................................................... .............................. 20
XII Judging Standards...................................................................................................................... .................. 23
Market Livestock.................................................................................................................. ............................... 23
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State Rules
PREFACE
1. The purposes of these rules are to:
a. Ensure educational and equitable competition;
b. Provide state-wide competition consistency; and
c. Maximize exhibitor and public safety.
2. These rules apply to all competitive exhibits conducted by district, citrus and county fairs in the State of California.
3. These rules cannot be waived or amended by anyone, including the fair board, management or judge.
4. The Division of Fairs & Expositions (F&E) is the final and absolute interpreter of these rules. Only a fair may request,
in writing a variance on their own behalf or on behalf of an exhibitor to a specific rule. This request must be made
prior to the start of the fair or specific competition for which a variance is requested. If F&E approves a specific
variance request it may approve a conditional variance with specific conditions. Any approved variance shall
expire at the conclusion of the annual fair.
5. Fair Management and/or Board of Directors may grant variances to ownership rule in the instance of deceased
animals, submission of late entries and refund of entry fees. Variances may be ruled upon by F&E at the request
of Fair Management and/or Board of Directors.
6. F&E will distribute any corrections and additions to these rules to fairs. It is the fair’s responsibility to make them
available. F&E does not represent or endorse the accuracy, currentness or reliability of any advice, opinion,
statement or other information displayed by the fair in the distribution of corrections and additions to these rules.
True and correct copies of all rules and any additions or corrections are available upon request at F&E during
business hours, by mail or at www.cdfa.ca.gov/fe .
7. Fairs may create “Local Rules” that may be stricter than the State Rules but that may not circumvent the State
Rules.
8. If a local rule is not printed in the exhibitor handbook the applicable State Rule will apply.
9. Competition at the California State Fair is governed by State Fair’s rules.
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GENERAL RULES FOR ALL DEPARTMENTS
I. DEFINITIONS
SEE ALSO JUNIOR and LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENTS.
1. Amateur - A person who engages in an event or activity as a pastime rather than a profession. (Does not apply to
junior organizations and horse shows.)
2. Cash Awards - Monies paid to successful contestants. (Synonymous with Premiums.)
3. Class - A group of like exhibits that are judged together; a subcategory of a division.
4. Competition - A contest between two or more exhibits.
5. Division - A generalized category of exhibits or a group of classes.
6. Entry - An object, animal or collection of objects or animals intended for exhibit.
7. Exhibit - An entry becomes an exhibit when it is shown or judged at the fair.
8. Entry Fees – A fee charged to enter a competition. All entry fees shall be included with the proper forms on or
before the competition deadline.
9. Exhibitor - The owner of the exhibit.
a. In the senior department, members of a family are considered as one exhibitor and co-owners of exhibits. This
includes mother, father, unmarried minor children (under 18 years of age) and minor foster children.
b. In the senior department, in classes that require that the exhibit be the creative work of the owner, husband and wife
are considered separate exhibitors.
10. Extended Division - A division or class open to legal residents or producers in the State of California and any
additional territory that may be specified in the Local Rules. Unless otherwise designated, all divisions are
“extended” and limited to the State.
11. Judging Systems a. American - The judging process to rank exhibits against one another and award one first placing, one second, etc.
b. Danish - The judging process to compare each exhibit on its own merit against the scorecard or recognized
standard and award as many first placings, etc. as merited.
12. Junior Department - A department provided for youth. See also Junior Department.
13. Juried Show - Competition where the juror(s) determines which exhibits will be displayed and judged for awards.
14. Local Division - A division or class open only to legal residents or producers in the county or district in which the
fair is held, and any neighboring county/district(s) that may be specified in the Local Rules.
15. Open Department - See Senior Department.
16. Open Junior Class - A class open to all Junior exhibitors having no Junior organization affiliation requirement.
17. Exhibitor Handbook - An entry book, prize list, contest book or other publication specifying rules and awards for
fair contests.
18. Producer - One who, in the area specified, raises in normal marketable or commercial quantities, the specific type
of animal or product entered.
19. Professional - A person who engages in an event or activity as a livelihood rather than as a hobby.
20. Senior Department - Any department not considered a junior department.
II. ELIGIBILITY
Entry Process
1. By signing and submitting an entry form the exhibitors and their agents, parents and leaders acknowledge and
agree that they:
a. Understand and have read these State Rules and local fair rules;
b. Agree to abide by them;
c. Certify that all information on the entry form is true and accurate; and
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d. Agree to comply with the fair’s decision regarding any alleged violation of the state or Local Rules.
e. In the event that it is determined there has been unethical treatment of animals or violation of state or federal
regulations or of state or local fair drug policy rules, exhibitor names will be forwarded to F&E as well as given
to the Network of California fairs and to appropriate government agencies.
2. Exhibitors are responsible for obtaining entry form(s) & rules from fair, and submit the form(s) and any required fees
by the closing date as specified by Fair Management.
3. No entry form or entry will be accepted after the closing date for entries.
4. Entry deadlines can be extended by the fair’s Board of Directors only if the extension is made prior to the original
closing date. See also Horse Show Department.
5. Substitutions can only be made within a division. Substitutions must be made when the exhibit arrives at the
fairgrounds, or for livestock, when registration certificates are checked. In the livestock department a minimum $5
penalty must be paid prior to judging for each substitution made by the exhibitor in excess of two in the division.
See also Horse Show Department.
6. Requests for refunds must be made in writing to the fair, and may be granted upon approval of the Fair
Management.
a. Refunds may be made only because of sickness, accident, or death, cancellation of a class or return of entries for
lack of exhibit space.
b. Non-selected exhibits in a juried show are not eligible for refunds.
c. For animal classes, request must be made prior to the event. Requests involving health or soundness of an animal
must be accompanied by a veterinarian’s certificate.
7. Ownership. Unless otherwise allowed in the exhibitor handbook, exhibitors must be legal owners of all entries. See
also Junior Department and Horse Show Department.
8. A complete exhibit eligible in more than one division and/or class will be entered and judged only in the division
and/or class for which it best qualifies. Any exhibit not properly entered may be transferred to its proper class by
Fair Management, whose decision may be changed only by the judge.
9. The Fair Management has the right to limit entries to facilities available and/or cancel any division or class in which
there are not enough entries. Any return of entries or fees under this rule will be done on a nondiscriminatory
basis. The decision of Fair Management under this rule is only appealable to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO),
whose decision is final.
10. Fair Management may combine classes of 4 or less entries for meaningful competition.
11. Exhibitors may not submit the same entries to two or more fairs that require them to be on exhibit at the same time
unless prior written approval has been obtained from both fairs. A copy of this approval must be submitted with
entry forms.
Participation
12. The Fair Management shall deny entry or disqualify and remove any exhibit or exhibitor that is ineligible for
competition under State and Local Rules or endangers the public or has violated State and Local Rules. The fair
may require removal of the exhibitor and/or exhibit (including animals) from the fairgrounds.
13. Exhibitors, leaders, advisors and parents found, after a chance to provide evidence and be heard before the Fair
Management (CEO and staff) of unethical practices as set forth in the State and Local Rules or in actions inimical
with the fair program shall result in the exhibit being disqualified and the forfeiture of any awards and/or privileges
as may be deemed appropriate to the circumstances by the Fair Management. If the judging for the exhibit has
not yet commenced the exhibitor, leaders, advisors and parents may be denied entry in any exhibitions at the fair.
The Fair Management shall report any such incidences of unethical or inimical behavior established by the fair as
provided for in this rule, to F&E in writing and such reports may become the basis for fair to refuse entries from
the exhibitor, leaders, advisors or parents for up to 5 years following the infraction.
14. Exhibits must be on exhibit as specified in the exhibitor handbook. Fair Management may allow late exhibit delivery
or early removal of exhibits when it is in the best interest of the fair. Exhibits will not be removed from the
fairgrounds before the release date printed in the exhibitor handbook except as determined by Fair Management
in cases of sickness, accident, death, disciplinary actions requested by a youth program supervisor, or other
circumstances which are in the best interests of the fair.
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15. The exhibitor agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the fair, the county and the State of California from
and against any liability, claim, loss or expense (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of any injury or
damage which is caused by, arises from or is in any way connected with participation in the program or event,
excepting only that caused by the sole active negligence of the Fair. The Fair Management shall not be
responsible for accidents or losses that may occur to any of the exhibitors or exhibits at the fair. The exhibitor (or
parent or guardian of a minor) is responsible for any injury or damage resulting from the exhibitor’s participation in
the program or event. This includes any injury to others or to the exhibitor or to the exhibitor’s property.
16. Exhibitors, leaders, and advisors must be in good standing with the local and state organization(s) (4-H, Grange,
FFA) to be eligible to exhibit at the fair.
Conflict of Interest Avoidance
17. Directors, Fair Management, and/or their spouses are not eligible to exhibit at their own district, county or citrus fair
except in timed events. Under no circumstances shall a director, manager and/or their spouse be eligible to collect
awards.
18. Department heads, judges, staff, anyone directly involved in the judging process, and their spouses are not
allowed to exhibit or sign entry forms in any division in which they or their spouse are directly involved.
19. Minor children of Directors, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Department Supervisors, staff and/or committee
members may exhibit animals or articles which are the result of the child’s own earnings or a gift made to the
child, provided the requirements of pertinent rules are met. All other requirements for exhibiting must be met.
20. Animals or exhibits owned jointly by a director and his/her minor child or a CEO and his/her minor child are
considered as owned by the child in junior department classes only. See also Horse Show Department.
III. JUDGING
1. Judges should avoid any appearance of partiality and avoid unnecessary fraternization with exhibitors.
2. No person shall act as a judge in any division in which he/she or a member of his/her immediate family is an
exhibitor, is in charge of an exhibit or division, in charge of a group of exhibitors, or a member of a group of
exhibitors.
3. No person shall be allowed, under any circumstances, to interfere with the judge(s) regarding their adjudications, or
with the fair’s staff, or to offer any audible criticism of an exhibit or exhibitor. Violators of this rule shall be excused
immediately from the competition and shall be subject to such additional penalties, including cancellations of
awards, as the management shall consider proper.
4. The judge has the authority to:
a. Disqualify or transfer to the correct class any exhibit that does not meet the requirements of the division or class in
which it is entered;
b. Disqualify any exhibit not properly cleaned or fitted;
c. Disqualify any exhibit that is in his/her opinion hazardous to public safety;
d. Examine the animals before entering the show ring; and/or
e. Refuse to make award to any animal that shows visible evidence of disease, deformity, or lameness.
No award will be made to exhibits eliminated under any of the above instances.
5. The judge may not waive State Rules.
6. The judge’s decision is final. Fair Management may not request any changes in judges’ rulings.
7. To encourage high standards, the judge shall award first, second, third place, etc. according to merit. If without
merit, the judge shall make no award under any circumstances. The judge may award championships or other
awards at his/her discretion for superior exhibits. This applies whether there are one or more exhibits in class.
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IV. AWARDS AND SCORING
1. Fair Management is not responsible for errors on entry forms. No exhibitor shall be entitled to an award that has
been disallowed as the result of his/her own error.
2. All divisions or classes will be judged under the American system and/or Danish system as stated in the fair’s
exhibitor handbook.
3. State “Judging Standards” are to be used where applicable. Local judging standards may be used if published in the
exhibitor handbook.
4. Cash awards will be paid only as recorded on the signed Judging Sheet and only to the exhibitor.
5. Fair Management shall withhold the payment of awards for exhibits that are determined ineligible under State and
Local Rules and may recover awards that have been paid for ineligible exhibits.
6. No exhibitor shall receive more than two cash awards in any one class using American judging system. (See
definition of exhibitor.)
a. When an exhibitor earns more than two awards in a class, the exhibitor will receive the two highest cash awards,
and the lesser cash awards will be moved down the placings to other exhibitors; ribbons will be awarded as
placed.
b. Any difference in payment limits under the Danish system of judging shall be printed in the exhibitor handbook.
c. When the fair combines classes, an exhibitor is entitled to two cash awards per each class that was combined.
Judges should determine special awards as printed before combining.
7. Sweepstakes shall be awarded as specified in the exhibitor handbook based upon these scoring guidelines:
a. First award - 5 points; Second award - 3 points; Third award - 1 point.
b. Sweepstakes shall be awarded only when at least three separate exhibitors have achieved at least a combined
point total of 30.
c. To receive sweepstakes awards, an exhibitor must have a minimum of ten points.
d. Sweepstakes points will be credited only to the exhibitor whose name appears on the entry form.
e. There are separate sweepstakes or high point rules for horse shows, which may be determined by the fair.
8. Ties which cannot be broken by the judge will be processed as follows (See also Horse Show Department):
a. 2-way tie for 1st place: Combine 1st and 2nd place money and divide equally between the two 1st-place exhibitors.
The 3rd highest finisher receives 3rd place money etc.
b. 3-way tie for 1st place: Combine 1st, 2nd and 3rd place money and divide equally between the three exhibitors.
9. The fair will not guarantee sponsored donations.
10. Placing of ribbons does not guarantee correct judging placement. Only the official placing stated on the judging
sheet(s) constitutes the final placement.
V. PROTEST
1. Protests will be considered only if there has been a violation of State or Local Rules. Decisions of judges,
veterinarians, weighmasters, breed callers, tail dock officials and timers cannot be protested and are final.
2. Protests must be accompanied by a deposit of either $100.00 (cash, money order or certified check made payable
to the fair) or $200.00 if the protest relates to violations of State Rules X-XI (Animal Health Rules). NOTE: The
deposit will be returned if the protest is upheld. If the protest is upheld, the violator may be held liable for any
portion of the direct costs incurred by the fair in the course of the protest resolution. Failure to reimburse the fair
shall be cause for disallowing future entries in any of the network of California fairs.
3. Given the short duration of the fair:
a. The protestor shall make every effort to file the protest prior to judging. All protests must be filed in writing within 24
hours of the time of the cause of the protest and before conclusion of fair.
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b. The fair will make every effort to resolve protests as quickly as possible. All exhibitors by entering an exhibit and all
persons by filing a protest agree to cooperate with Fair Management to resolve protests in a timely manner.
c. Protests shall be adjudicated by Fair Management and/or members of Board of Directors.
4. Any exhibit involved in a filed protest before or during judging is eligible to compete until the protest is resolved.
5. Classes that involve a protested exhibit will not become official until the protest is resolved.
a. In championship or special award classes that involve the protested exhibit the judge shall also select 1st and 2nd
runners-up in case of disqualification.
b. In the case of protest, the unofficial judging results may be used to prepare the sale list and other necessary
information.
6. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer judging can be delayed to allow time for the fair to resolve the protest
if to do so does not unreasonably delay or disrupt the operations of the remainder of the fair judging and auction
events.
7. Prior to judging the affected class, fairs may announce that an entry has been protested.
8. All questions concerning competition or non-protestable disputes or differences with staff or the exhibition not
provided for under the State or Local Rules shall be referred to the CEO or their designee, whose decision shall
be final.
9. Violations of State Rules may be appealed to F&E in writing.
10. An individual may appeal to F&E only after adjudication at the local level and only if:
a. The decision upholds a Local Rule that circumvents or is not in the spirit of a State Rule(s);
b. The individual can substantiate new and credible information that was not available at the time of the local decision;
or
c. There was inappropriate adjudication at the local level that may have included conflict of interest, lack of due
process, or a significant misinterpretation of rules.
11. A fair or state, national or international organization or subdivision thereof which has a significant stake in the
interpretation of rules affecting the network of California fairs may make an appeal directly to F&E concerning
multiple-fair issues, industry-wide issues, unavoidable conflict of interest or assistance in enforcing its own
organization rules.
12. No protest will be accepted unless it:
a. Is filed or received, in writing, with a signed original and a signed duplicate copy;
b. Clearly states which rule has been violated;
c. States when the protestor first became aware of the facts and rule violation;
d. States the facts relied upon for the basis of the protest;
e. States that the protestor will cooperate with the investigation of the protest and that the protestor will be available
and agrees to attend any hearing held to resolve the protest at the time and place directed by F&E;
f. Includes the names of supporting witnesses, with accessible phone numbers; and
g. Describes or attaches any documents relating to the protest, which must include the written decision issued by the
local arbitrating body.
13. F&E must receive the appeal in writing within 24 hours from receipt of notice of local decision.
14. A hearing may be conducted at the discretion of F&E. The Director of F&E may consult with and/or request that
members of State Rules Advisory Committee participate in any hearing.
15. Once the Director has ruled on an appeal to F&E, no additional protest or appeal will be considered relating to that
incident.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT RULES
VI. AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE DEPARTMENT
Unless specified in the exhibitor handbook agricultural and horticultural products must have been produced by the
exhibitor and exhibits must be at the stage of ripeness required by Sections 42513 and 42515 of the California Food
and Agricultural Code in order to be considered for award.
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VII. JUNIOR DEPARTMENT
Definitions. See also Section I, Definitions.
a. In the junior department, brothers and/or sisters are considered to be separate exhibitors.
b. In a college division market and showmanship classes the student designated on the entry form is considered the
exhibitor.
2. 4-H, FFA, Grange Exhibitor - Exhibitors who meet 4-H, FFA and Grange exhibitor requirements for the project(s)
they enter.
3. Independent Junior - Exhibitor not eligible to compete in a certain category as a member of a 4H, Grange or FFA
junior organization.
4. Open Junior Class - A class open to all junior exhibitors and having no junior organization affiliation requirement.
5. Ownership - The growing, construction or purchase of exhibits as verified by the adult leader, teacher, or
parent/guardian signature on the entry form for non-livestock exhibits, or as otherwise stated in the exhibitor
handbook. Adult - A parent, guardian, leader, instructor, or person whom the parent designates as responsible.
Exhibitor Age Requirements
6. FFA members may participate as members until the end of the calendar year following the year of graduation from
high school. (For example, a graduate this year is eligible until December 31 of next year.)
7. 4-H Age Requirements: The levels of membership for 4-H are age and/or grade based. Each level is defined as
follows:
Primary Level: Must be 5 years old or in kindergarten as of December 31, 2013 to exhibit at fair. Primary membership
ends when members qualify as junior members. Exhibitors who are under 9 years of age on or before December
31, 2013 are not eligible to compete in large animal competitions at California Fairs.
Junior, Intermediate, & Senior: Must be 9 years old or in 4th Grade on or before December 31, 2013. Exhibitors are
eligible to compete/exhibit through December 31st of the year in which they turn 19 years of age.
8. Grange Members must be at least 5 years old on January 1, 2014 to exhibit. They may exhibit until the end of the
calendar year in which they reach age 19.
9. All Grange Youth must be 9 years old on January 1 of 2014 to exhibit large animals.
10. Independent Exhibitors must be at least 9 years old or in the 4th Grade by January 1, 2014. Exhibitors are eligible
to compete/exhibit through December 31 of the year in which they turn 19 years of age.
11. Youth under 9 years of age must exhibit in special divisions designated by the local fair.
12. For junior exhibitors showing in divisions and classes other than 4-H, FFA and Grange, the local Fair Management
may set requirements as to age, grade, etc. If these requirements are not printed in the exhibitor handbook,
Independent age rule above will apply.
Exhibit Eligibility
13. Junior exhibitors must own and/or grow or construct their exhibits.
14. 4-H, FFA and Grange Exhibitors:
a. 4H, FFA and Grange animal and poultry project members must be enrolled in the project for at least 60 days (120
days for horse and market beef) immediately preceding the opening day of the fair or event if held separately
from fair in the case of horse shows.
b. Eligibility of a project according to 4-H, FFA, or Grange rules shall be determined by the exhibitor’s 4-H Youth
Advisor, FFA Advisor, Grange Youth Advisor, Local Leader or designee.
15. Advisor, leader, teacher, or parent/guardian signature on the entry form is required by the fair certifying that:
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a. Projects have been under their supervision in accordance with the rules and regulations of the organization and the
fair; and
b. The entry is the project of the exhibitor and is eligible for exhibit.
Failure or refusal of such advisor, leader or parent/guardian to sign the required entry form will prevent the exhibitor
from entering that particular class(es).
16. Independent exhibitors must enter an open junior or Independent class unless one is not available. If an open or
Independent class is not available, junior exhibitors may enter an appropriate 4-H, FFA or Grange class. Division
and/or class placement of Independents may be determined by Fair Management.
17. Juniors who have been 4-H, FFA or Grange project members within 60 days (120 days for horse and market beef)
prior to the fair are not eligible to compete in that project as Independent juniors or enter project(s) under a
different organization.
18. All junior exhibitors must have project management records and proof of supervision available as to the length of
project.
19. Independent junior exhibitors entering market animals must provide Fair Management with a picture of their
animal, appropriate proof of ownership, permanent tag, tattoo and/or hog ear notch information 120 days prior to
the fair for beef and 60 days for sheep, swine and goats.
20. All junior exhibitors must have “on ground” supervision by a responsible adult.
Senior Department Restrictions
21. Junior exhibitors and junior organizations may be allowed to enter exhibits in senior department classes for which
they are eligible only when:
a. “All Other” classes are not available; or
b. A class for the exhibit is not provided in the junior department; or
22. It allows participation in featured breed and/or sponsored association shows as defined by fair management. The
junior exhibitor must also exhibit the project in the junior division.
23. Junior horse exhibitors may be allowed to enter the Senior Department horse show unless Local Rules prohibit.
24. Animals entered as individuals in the junior department cannot be entered in group classes of the senior
department and vice versa.
25. When violations to rules 22-24 occur the junior exhibitor is not eligible for 12 months following the infraction to
exhibit in that livestock species or division (non-livestock) as a junior at any California fair.
Livestock and Horse Exhibits - Ownership
26. Livestock and horse projects must be owned (and leased horses as specified in this document) solely by and
under the exhibitor’s care and management and under the supervision of the organization in which the project will
be shown as specified below. The official ownership date is the date shown on the receipt of sale unless the
animal was bred by the exhibitor. The days are counted prior to the opening day of the fair unless the event in the
case of horse shows is held separately from the Fair. See also VIII Livestock Department.
a. Market animals: Beef - 120 consecutive days; and 60 consecutive days for swine, sheep, veal and goats.
b. Breeding and feeder animals: 30 consecutive days,
c. All small market animals (rabbits and poultry): 30 consecutive days.
d. All horses and llamas: leased or owned 120 consecutive days.
Fairs will determine the ownership period requirement for any other animal species (e.g. potbellied pigs).
27. Under no circumstances may an exhibitor concurrently enter the same species of animal or bird (horses, beef
cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, dairy goats, meat goats, pygmy goats, poultry, pigeons, or rabbits) in FFA, 4-H,
Grange and Independent classes of the junior department (refer to 4H/FFA/Grange/F&E Agreement at
www.cdfa.ca.ca.gov/fe for more information) .
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28. No livestock (excluding rabbit & poultry) exhibit owned solely by a chapter or club, conducted as a joint project by
two or more individuals, or jointly owned by two or more individuals is eligible in the junior department, unless the
division or class specifically so states.
29. No junior exhibitor may exhibit an animal in a market class once it has been sold as a market animal through a fair
junior livestock auction. These animals may be shown following the 30 consecutive day ownership requirement as
breeding animals. All champion and reserve champion market animals will be permanently identified by the fair if
sold through a fair junior livestock auction.
30. Livestock shown in showmanship must be owned (or leased for horses) by the exhibitor, entered by the exhibitor
and shown in an appropriate market, breeding or performance class. If the exhibitor has a market animal that is
weight sifted and as a result may not show in an individual market class, the exhibitor may use this animal for
showmanship if and only if this animal is the only animal the exhibitor has brought to the Fair.
31. Horse exhibits:
a. Proof of ownership or lease must be available at check-in time.
b. Leased horses cannot be shown for conformation in the halter horse division.
c. 4H, FFA and Grange members may show leased horses, provided the member has responsibility for the care and
management of the horse during the period of the lease; and the signed lease between owner and member,
with a clear picture of a side view of the horse or some permanent identification is filed at least 120 consecutive
days prior to the fair or event/horse show if held separately from the fair, at the County 4-H, FFA, or Grange
office, or with a person designated by those offices.
d. Junior exhibitors cannot ride or show stallions unless it is specifically provided for by the breed association and in
that case only in those specific breed classes at an USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA) sanctioned show.
Livestock & Horse Exhibits - Other
32. Junior exhibitors are expected to groom and care for their animal(s) when at the fair. They shall refrain from
accepting active assistance from adults and non-exhibiting youth unless the junior exhibitor is actively engaged,
and the assistance is only for instruction. Local fair rules will determine enforcement.
33. Junior exhibitors in 4-H, FFA or Grange classes must wear properly strapped headgear in mounted or horse-drawn
vehicle competition. Headgear must be approved by American Society for Testing and Materials / Safety
Equipment Institute.
VIII. LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENT
See also Livestock rules in Section VII Junior Department.
Definitions (See also Section I Definitions.)
1. All Other Breeds - Breeds not previously listed that are from recognized breed associations within the specie.
2. Breeder - Owner of the dam at conception. Also owner of the egg donor for ovum/embryo transfer.
3. Drug - a) any substance intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, prevention, or treatment of disease; and
b) any substance, except food and water, which is intended to affect the structure or function of the body of any
exhibit animal.
a. In the senior department, members of a family are considered as one exhibitor and co-owners of exhibits. This
includes mother, father, unmarried minor children (under 18 years of age) and minor foster children.
b. In the junior department, brothers and/or sisters are considered to be separate exhibitors. See Section VII for
definition of junior.
c. In college division market and showmanship classes the student designated on the entry form is be considered the
exhibitor.
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5. Grade-Crossbred - Animals which do not meet registration requirements.
6. Nurse Cow - Cow that is not the natural nursing mother.
7. Pony - For non-breed horse shows, ponies are those horses standing less than 14.2 hands (56.8 inches) high. For
breed horse shows and registered classes within non-breed shows, refer to the breed association rules which
apply.
8. Purebred Animal - An animal the breeding of whose sire and dam traces directly to registered animals of the same
breed.
9. Purebred Registered Animal - An animal that is registered with a recognized breed association and that meets the
breed association’s requirements of purebred.
10. Range Registered Animal - Animals that have been issued range certificates in lieu of full registration certificates.
11. Recognized Breed Associations - Organizations which maintain pedigrees, issue certificates of registration, and
maintain a permanent office.
12. Recorded Grade - An animal that is registered or recorded with a recognized breed association and does not
meet that association’s purebred registration requirements.
13. Veal - Bovine primarily fed with milk or milk replacer. Local fair will establish guidelines for weights according to
local industry standards of market animals.
Participation
14. Exhibitors must be able to prove ownership.
15. Exhibit animals will not be muzzled while on the fairgrounds.
16. Any animal that does not meet class requirements of weight, age, identification, etc. will not be paid premiums.
17. No animal may be entered in more than one division in the Livestock Department unless provided for in the
specifications of the division. However, market or feeder animals may be entered in both divisions for individual
and pens of market or feeder animals.
18. Animals entered in market or feeder divisions may not be entered in breeding divisions.
Animal Identification Requirements
19. All animals (except horses or market and feeder animals) shall be identified by a permanent number (ear tag,
tattoo, photo or drawing, or brand required by breed association, ear notching or micro chip) on the animal which
matches the number recorded on the entry form.
20. When identification numbers are in both ears and are different, both numbers shall be recorded on the entry form.
21. Registered dairy cattle shall meet their breed associations’ requirements for identification.
22. An exhibitor may not use the same permanent marking on more than one animal of the same breed and sex
during: any five month period for swine, any two consecutive calendar years for sheep, or any 12 month period for
all other livestock (except that pigs may have the same litter mark).
23. For market and feeder animals, an identifying number will be placed or attached to the animal by the fair and must
be on the animal at all times or awards will not be paid.
Market Animals
24. All market animals owned by Independent juniors shall not be discriminated against by the sale program.
25. If the fair requires a terminal sale and the Local Rules do not state it in the exhibitor handbook, exhibitors and their
parents or guardians agree that upon entry into market competition and qualification by the market judge, the
animal(s) will be sold and processed.
26. Desirable market weight will be a consideration in market animal judging.
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Breeding Animals Exhibit Requirements
27. To qualify for exhibit and judging, the following information must be provided on the entry form by the closing date
of entry:
a. Identification of each animal at least by
i. dam, birth date and ear tag, notching, tattoo, photo or drawing; or by
ii. the registration number.
b. Sire’s registration number for Get of Sire entries.
c. Dam’s registration number for Produce of Dam entries.
28. If the above information is completed after close of entry, a $5 penalty fee per entry may be required by the fair
prior to judging to qualify for judging.
29. Individual animals shown in group exhibits need not be identified either on the original entry form or on
supplementary entry forms unless required by a local rule.
30. Grade or Unregistered Purebred Animals By Registered Sire
a. Animals that have been registered as purebred by a breed association are not eligible in grade or unregistered
classes.
b. Commercial unregistered animals including range, stocker, feeder and replacements, and Range Registered or
Recorded Grade animals are ineligible in Registered or Purebred divisions.
Registered Purebred Animal Registration Certificates
31. All animals in “registered purebred breeding animal” divisions must be registered and recorded with a United
States (U.S.) breed association in the exact name of the exhibitor (owner) as declared on the entry form, except
for:
a. Pigs, 12 months or younger, which are still owned by the breeder. Litter registrations are acceptable if recorded with
their breed association and if they identify the litter by birth date, sire, dam and ear notching; and
b. Animals whose breed association requires an inspector’s approval before registering. The animal cannot be more
than 12 months of age on the opening day of the fair. Exhibitors may present a statement by the secretary of
the association stating that the animal is eligible to be registered. This statement must identify the animal by
birth date, sire, dam, and ear tag, tattoo or notching.
32. Original registration certificates, a stamped duplicate issued by a U.S. breed association, or other documents
mentioned above must be presented to the management when the animals arrive on the fairgrounds and must be
kept on hand.
a. Original registration certificates faxed to the fair by the U.S. breed association will also be accepted and retained by
the fair. Photocopies, letters, and telegrams are not acceptable.
b. Clerks are instructed to correct entry records exactly as shown on the certificate. (Any exceptions will be based
solely upon the recognized U.S. breed association’s standard practices for issuing registration certificates. A
written verification from the association of any deviation in issuing practices must be on file with F&E.
33. When the owner and breeder names are not exactly the same on the registration certificate, the fair will hold all of
the exhibitor’s awards until the fair receives a statement from the breed association verifying that the various
names are recognized as the owner and/or breeder, and including the owner’s mailing address.
34. No deviation from or alteration in the information on a registration certificate will be permitted unless clearance in
writing is first obtained from the breed association that issued the certificate. Evidence of any attempt to alter
information on a registration certificate shall be reported immediately to F&E and may become the basis for any
California fair to refuse entries from the exhibitor and/or it’s agent.
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IX. ANIMAL SPECIES RULES
State and Federal regulations concerning animal weighing and harvesting, and beef and pork promotion assessments
also apply.
Cattle (Beef, Dairy, Veal)
1. Yellow transportation slips issued by the fair are mandatory when transporting cattle to and from the fair. (CA Food
& Ag Code 21054).
2. Brand Inspection requirements for cattle ownership will be enforced (CA Food & Ag Codes 21051f, 21702, 21703).
3. Beef Cattle
a. Market/feeder beef are steers and heifers only.
b. All Registered Purebred Breeding females 24 months of age or older on the opening day of the fair must: (1) have a
calf; or (2) show obvious signs of pregnancy; or (3) have a veterinarian’s certificate of pregnancy; or (4) have a
veterinarian’s certificate stating that the animal is or has been an embryo producing female.
4. Dairy Cattle. Registered Purebred junior and senior yearlings in milk must be shown as two year olds in both the
individual and group classes.
5. Veal. “Veal” refers to steers, bulls, and heifers.
Sheep
a. Tail Docking. To qualify for exhibit market lambs must be docked such that the tail (dock) is healed and can be
lifted from the exterior. Lambs that have no dock will not be eligible.
1. Lambs must show lambs teeth.
2. Market/feeder sheep are wethers and ewes only.
3. Registered Purebred Breeding Animals
a. Flock numbers, and not registration numbers, shall be used to identify all entries. Flock numbers and breeder’s
initials, name or association prefix shall be on commercially used tags attached to the ear or tattooed in the ear
for yearlings and lambs bred by the exhibitor. Lambs born from a purchased, bred ewe can bear the ear tag of
the owner at the time of birth. They do not have to have original breeder’s ear tag.
b. An exhibitor may not use the same flock number on more than one animal during any two consecutive calendar
years.
4. Natural Colored Sheep may show in “All Other Breeds” division when a separate division is not offered.
5. Certified registered and pedigree listed sheep with certificates are eligible to exhibit.
Wool
1. Only complete fleeces sheared from sheep owned by the exhibitor and in the grease are eligible for competition.
Manufacturers and dealers are excluded.
2. Fleeces shall not be more than 12 months growth. The definition of “12 months” shall be the definition commonly
accepted by the wool trade. Thus, if a fleece is actually slightly more than 12 months growth, due to unavoidable
delay in obtaining shearers, or by weather, it shall be termed “12 months” wool.
3. No wether fleeces may be included.
4. Each exhibitor will be limited to two fleece entries in one class, except for the group class. A group of fleeces must
be owned by one exhibitor, and each fleece must have been judged in individual fleece classes.
5. The judge may classify or reclassify fleeces before making awards.
6. Fleeces shall be rolled, flesh side out and placed in a clear plastic bag. Paper twine is discouraged.
Swine
1. Market/feeder swine are barrows and gilts only.
2. All Registered Purebred Breeding females junior yearling or older must have raised a litter of pigs to be eligible for
exhibit.
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3. Potbellied Pigs must be registered with the National Committees on Potbellied Pigs, Potbellied Pig Registry Service,
Inc. or the International Potbellied Pig Registry.
Goats
1. Dairy Goats
a. Registered Purebred Breeding Animals:
i. Animals with a “Certificate of Registry” (Blue Border) issued by the American Dairy Goat Association are eligible.
ii. Animals with a “Certificate of Registry” (Brown Border) issued by the American Dairy Goat Association are not
eligible.
iii. The American Goat Society issues registration certificates for purebred animals only.
b. Recorded Grade Breeding Animals: All animals registered Experimental (Blue Border Experimental), or Recorded
(Brown Border Recorded) including Experimental, Native on Performance and Native on Appearance.
2. Pygmy Goats
a. All animals must be registered with either the American Goat Society, Inc., or the National Pygmy Goat Association.
b. Either horned, tipped or de-horned animals are permissible.
3. Angora Goats
a. All animals must be registered with the American Angora Goat Breeders Association, Rock Springs, Texas.
b. Either long or short clips are permissible.
4. Boer Goats
a. All animals must be registered with the American Boer Goat Association, the International Boer Goat Association,
Inc., the IBGA or the Canadian Boer Goat Association. Original registration certificate is required and must be
in the owner’s name.
b. Either horned, tipped, or de-horned animals are permissible.
5. Market Goats
a. Market goats are wethers and does only, no bucks allowed.
b. Market goats must show milk teeth.
c. Either horned, tipped, or de-horned animals are permissible.
Horses
1. All horses entered in halter division classes must be registered in a recognized purebred registry and must show
with original registration papers.
X. ANIMAL HEALTH RULES
Fairs will make a reasonable effort to enforce state and federal animal health regulations, and they have the right to
seek assistance from the appropriate agencies. For assistance or an entry permit contact the California Department of
Food & Agriculture (CDFA), Animal Health and Food Safety Services (AHFSS). Headquarters: 1220 N St.,
Sacramento, CA 95814, (916) 900-5052.
Eligibility. See also Eligibility Rule II - 1.
1. Any inhumane activity to animals by the exhibitor, as determined by fair management in consultation with the fair
veterinarian, may cause disqualification, forfeiture of awards, and removal of the exhibit or exhibitor from the
fairgrounds
2. Animal health decisions will be made in the best interest of the animal and for the other animals at the fair as
determined by fair management in consultation with the fair veterinarian.
3. No animal that shows any evidence of any active, unsightly or communicable disease, or any unsightly disease or
other condition shall be admitted or allowed to remain on the fairgrounds.
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4. No animal shall be admitted to a fairgrounds from any premises under quarantine for disease.
5. Management reserves the right to require health inspections and/or diagnostic tests to be performed before, during or after
animals are on the fairgrounds and to implement disease control procedures, which may become necessary in the
event of an emergency. The health of animals, when determined by the official veterinarian, shall be final. Exhibitors
who refuse to allow their animals to be examined shall be disqualified and such violation shall be reported to F&E. No
refund will be made.
6. All exhibitors must comply with all state and federal animal health regulations and the fair’s health requirements,
including submittal of the fair’s certificate of animal medication.
7. Drench guns are not approved for use while on the fairgrounds. Anyone found to be using any type of drench gun to
administer liquids or paste into any animal without the supervision and direction of the official fair veterinarian
and/or designated fair official will result in exhibit and/or exhibitor being disqualified.
8. Castration sites shall be healed and free of inflammation.
9. Sellers are responsible for animals that are condemned or rejected at processing centers, unless
contamination/injury occurred after the sale.
Use of Pharmaceuticals in Market Animals:
1. Signature on entry form signifies compliance with all manufacturer and veterinarian pharmaceutical, biologic and
chemical instructions and withdrawal requirements, and that all off-label treatments to market animals have been
administered lawfully in accordance with a prescription from a California-licensed veterinarian whose statement
notes dosage, date, and purpose for administration.
2. All exhibitors must advise management of any drugs and medications administered to an animal that might still be
detected at the time of showing and at meat inspection. The name of the drug, its purpose, withdrawal time, route,
time and date of administration must be presented to management prior to the showing and sale of the animal.
Livestock treated within the specified withdrawal period cannot be sold without notifying the buyer.
3. Exhibitors must complete the fair’s medication certificate prior to sale.
CATTLE
Cattle Entries from Other States
1. All dairy female cattle six (6) months of age and over, and female beef cattle twelve (12) months of age and over
must bear evidence of official calfhood vaccination against brucellosis with a legible, official tattoo visible in the
right ear.
2. Owners of Purebred Registered cattle without brucellosis tattoos must present documentation certifying brucellosis
vaccination, or written documents showing the animal has an exemption from CDFA, AHFSS.
Cattle Entries from Other States
1. All exhibition cattle require official individual identification (ID), an Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection
(ICVI) listing official ID and a California entry permit prior to entry.
2. Acceptable methods for Official Identification of cattle include:
a. Official brucellosis calfhood vaccination tags
b. USDA metal “silver brite” tags
c. Tags conforming to Animal Identification Number (AIN) system (commonly known as an 840 tags)
3. Testing and/or vaccination requirements are:
a. All sexually intact dairy cattle six (6) months of age and over require a negative TB test within 60 days prior to
entering California or must originate from a TB accredited free herd with documentation of the herd number and
test date.
b. Cattle do not require a brucellosis test unless originated from states with a designated brucellosis surveillance area.
c. All bulls 18 months of age and over require a negative Trichomonosis test within 60 days prior to entry except bulls
for exhibition, confined to exhibition location, that will return directly to the state of origin after exhibition.
4. Cattle from states with cattle scabies outbreaks should call CDFA, AHFSS for requirements.
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SHEEP AND GOATS
Sheep and Goat Entries from California
1. All sheep and goats entering fairs require official individual identification that must be kept on the animals.
Acceptable official identification includes:
a. Official USDA individual identification eartags
b. Premises eartags or legible premises tattoos (if they include a unique animal number)
c. Scrapie eartags
d. Legible registration tattoos in the ears (or tail-web of La Mancha goats) if accompanied by breed association
registration papers
e. Electronic implants or Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID)
2. Fairs will not accept:
a. Animals from scrapie-infected flocks, scrapie source flocks, scrapie “non-compliant” flocks
b. Animals that are scrapie-positive, scrapie suspects or scrapie exposed unless they have been evaluated and
approved for exhibition by the state scrapie epidemiologist.
3. Fairs will keep records of the consignor, buyer, and animal identification for five (5) years when animals change
ownership in a public sale at the fair.
4. Fairs will try to accommodate Scrapie Flock Certification Program members with separate space if practical.
Breeding animals should be housed in separate enclosures or locations from animals that are not in the
certification program, if practical.
5. Sheep or goats within 30 days pre-or post-parturition, or with vaginal discharge, shall if practical, be kept separate
from animals from different flocks and in an area that can be properly cleaned and disinfected.
Sheep and Goat Entries from Other States
1. All exhibition sheep and goats entering California require official individual identification (ID), an Interstate Certificate
of Veterinary Inspection (ICVI) listing official ID and a California entry permit prior to entry.
2. Acceptable official identification includes:
a. Official USDA individual identification eartags
b. Premises eartags or legible premises tattoos (if they include a unique animal number)
c. Scrapie eartags
d. Legible registration tattoos in the ears (or tail-web of La Mancha goats) if accompanied by breed association
registration papers
e. Electronic implants or Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID)
3. Rams six (6) months of age and over imported into California require a negative Brucella ovis test within 60 days
before entry OR originate from a Brucella ovis free flock. The ICVI must include the official ID number, test results,
name of the approved laboratory, date of the test, or the “Brucella ovis free flock number”.
SWINE
Swine Entries from Other States
1. All exhibition swine require official individual identification (ID), an Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection
(ICVI) listing official ID and a California entry permit prior to entry.
2. Acceptable forms of Official Identification include:
a. A tamper-resistant metal or plastic official identification eartag bearing the US shield and providing unique
identification for each animal.
b. Ear notches or tattoos (ear or inner flank) if recorded in Purebred Registry Association Board with documentation
attached to the ICVI
3. No brucellosis or pseudorabies tests are currently required.
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EQUINE
Equine Entries from Other States
1. All equine require a valid Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (ICVI), issued within 30 days before entry
and evidence of a negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test performed at a USDA-approved laboratory within
twelve (12) months before the date of entry. An EIA test “pending” result does not meet the entry requirement.
The ICVI must accurately represent the official animal identification of each horse in the shipment. The
requirements apply to horses, ponies, mules, donkeys, burros and zebras.
POULTRY
Poultry Entries from Other States
1. All exhibition poultry must be accompanied by an Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (ICVI) unless coming
from a flock participating in the National Poultry Improvement Program (NPIP) and accompanied by the
documentation required by that program, and officially identified with one of the following devices or methods:
a. Identification devices or methods approved for use in the NPIP such as sealed and number leg bands
b. Group/lot identification with a group/lot identification number
RABBIT AND CAVY
Rabbit and Cavy Entries from Other States
All rabbits and cavies are recommended to have an Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (ICVI).
XI. HORSE SHOW DEPARTMENT
State Rules in Sections I-X also apply where there is no conflict.
Rules For Horse Show Management. At USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA) and/or breed association approved horse
shows, association rules shall apply. At non-USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA) approved horse shows, USA Equestrian
rules will be used as a guideline unless otherwise specified in State or Local Rules.
Rules for Exhibitors
1. The age of an exhibitor on January 1 shall be maintained through the calendar year. Amateur Definition: a person
who does not give riding lessons and/or ride, train, or show horses for money or assist the spouse or immediate
family in this activity. This includes a person under the age of 18 years.
a. The management reserves the right to question anyone’s amateur standing if the question of status has been
presented with reasonable cause. The decision of the horse show management shall be final.
b. At USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA) approved and breed association approved horse shows, their definition of
amateur applies.
2. Exhibitors shall provide the following on the entry form for each entry if registered: (a) owner’s name; (b) breed; (c)
name of animal; (d) sex; and (e) year of birth. In breed classes where registration papers are required, the
owner’s name as listed on the registration papers must be the same as on the entry form. Registration numbers of
animals and their sires and dams will be required as per breed association.
3. Upon approval by the Board of Directors, post entries can be accepted at double the entry fee unless a different
penalty fee is printed in the exhibitor handbook.
4. Substitutions can only be made within a division. Substitutions must be made when the entry arrives at the
fairgrounds. For horse shows, a substitution is considered the horse, not each class in which it is entered. A $5.00
penalty per horse must be paid prior to judging for each substitution made by the exhibitor.
5. All riders, drivers, and attendants shall be neatly and suitably dressed on entering the show ring. Horse show
manager shall have final decision.
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Junior Horse Show Exhibitors in 4-H, FFA and Grange classes, including Independent exhibitors in those
classes.
6. Junior Department rules (VII) also apply.
7. Exhibitors must wear properly strapped headgear in mounted or horse-drawn vehicle competition. Headgear must
be approved by American Society for Testing and Materials/Safety Equipment Institute.
8. Junior exhibitors are expected to groom and care for their animal(s) when at the fair. They shall refrain from
accepting active assistance from adults and non-exhibiting youth unless the junior exhibitor is actively engaged,
and the assistance is only for instruction. Local fair rules will determine enforcement.
9. Ownership or Lease:
Any horse exhibited in the junior or youth division must be owned or leased by the junior exhibitor showing the horse or
owned by the junior exhibitor’s parent, stepparent, sibling, half-sibling, step-sibling, grandparent, step
grandparent, sibling’s spouse, half sibling’s spouse, step-sibling’s spouse or legal guardian (as evidenced by court
documents), or owned by the institution in which the junior exhibitor is enrolled as a ward. Separate legal entities,
such as family corporations, trusts, or partnerships, are also authorized owners of the youth exhibitor’s horse so
long as all legal and equitable owners and beneficiaries of the legal entity are individuals specifically authorized by
this rule. “Owned” means, in addition to other legitimate methods of acquiring ownership, the bona fide legal
ownership obtained for adequate consideration in reasonable relationship with the actual market value of the
horse
10. Horse projects must be owned or leased by and under the exhibitor’s care and management and under the
supervision of the organization in which the project will be shown 120 consecutive days prior to the opening day of
fair or event/show if held separate from fair. The official ownership date is the date shown on the receipt of sale
unless the animal was bred by the exhibitor. The days are counted prior to the opening day of the fair or event.
a. Leased horses cannot be shown for conformation in the halter division.
b. For owned horses, proof of ownership must be available at check in.
c. For leased horses, the lease, signed by the owner and the 4-H, FFA, or Grange member, and a clear picture of a
side view of the horse or some permanent identification must be filed at least 120 consecutive days prior to
opening day of the fair or event/show if held separately from the fair at the county 4-H, FFA, or Grange office or
with a person designated by the 4-H Youth Advisor, FFA Advisor or Grange Youth Advisor.
11. Horses owned as a joint project may only be shown by one designated exhibitor at an individual show.
All Junior Horse Show Exhibitors
12. Fair Management will not allow junior exhibitors to ride or show stallions unless it is specifically provided for by the
breed association and in that case only in those specific breed classes at a USA Equestrian (formerly AHSA)
sanctioned show.
13. Junior horse exhibitors may be allowed to enter the Senior Department horse show unless Local Rules prohibit.
Participation Rules
14. Ponies entered in classes in which horses are eligible to compete cannot be shown in pony classes at the same
show. Fair Management can restrict ponies from entering certain classes by stating so wherever applicable in the
exhibitor handbook.
15. Donkeys and mules cannot be shown in “all other breed” halter classes.
16. Eliminations, if deemed necessary by the management, may be held in classes with large entries. The exhibitor
shall be expected to ascertain whether eliminations will be held.
Management
17. No show or contest official or his/her spouse shall enter or exhibit horses in any show or contest at which he/she is
officiating, nor may any horse owned by such person be entered or exhibited. A show contest official shall be
defined as any person performing the duties of a show manager, judge steward, show secretary, cutter or chariot
race official, or any other horse contest. Duties include but are not limited to:
a. Contacting or hiring of judges; and
b. Acceptance of entries or entry fees.
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18. Minor children of Directors, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Department Supervisor, Show Manager, staff and/or
committee members may exhibit horses which are the result of the child’s own earnings or a gift made to the
child, provided the requirements of the pertinent rules are met. All other requirements for exhibiting must be met.
19. Animals owned jointly by a director and his/her minor child or a CEO and his/her minor child are considered as
owned by the child in junior division classes only.
20. Show Manager reserves the right to return entries, transfer entries or combine divisions or classes, and/or cancel
any division or class in which, in its judgment, the entries are insufficient to secure adequate competition.
a. Any return of entries under this rule must be done on a nondiscriminatory basis.
b. The horse show management must divide classes of 50 or more. Separate prize money and ribbons shall be
provided for each class.
21. Horse show management shall assign a number to each horse. The exhibitor must wear the number when
showing the horse.
22. Photocopies of registration certificates for horse shows may be permitted for the purpose of submitting entries.
However, if the fair receives any complaint or challenge concerning the registration of any animal, the fair may
request an original registration certificate and may disqualify the entry if it cannot be produced.
Awards
23. Fair Management may withhold the payment of awards for exhibits which are in question under State and Local
Rules and may recover awards that have been paid for exhibits in question.
24. For ties other than first place in a jumper or other individually worked competition, the prize money is split. Ties for
first follow the jump off rules of the specific Table and Section for that jumper class. If there is still a tie, prize
money is split between the winners (i.e. first and second place money is pooled and split evenly between the two
riders). Distribution of non-money awards shall be determined by management.
Judges
25. The judge may judge for conformation before entering the show ring.
26. In halter horse classes, judges shall be expected to give reasons for their decisions, embracing the value and
desirable qualifications of the animals for which premiums are awarded, whenever possible and reasonable.
27. Judges shall not discriminate against exhibitors wearing protective headgear.
Equine Health Rules
28. All animals must be serviceably sound. The soundness of animals when determined by the official veterinarian or
by the judge shall be final and cannot be protested. The horse show management may request the official
veterinarian to examine any animal in competition. All penalties of the Horse Protection Act of 1970 shall be
strictly enforced.
29. Exhibitors who refuse to allow their animal to be examined shall be disqualified from showing and such violation
shall be reported to F&E. No refund can be made in these cases.
EQUINE HEALTH REGULATIONS
Direct specific questions to CDFA, Animal Health and Food Safety Services, 1220 N Street, Sacramento, California
95814 -- (916) 900-5002.
30. Equines known to be EIA positive reactors are forbidden to enter, reside, compete, or sell at any state-supported
fairgrounds.
32. Equine Medication Monitoring Program (CA Food & Ag Code 24000-24018)
a. Horses are subject to random drug and medication testing specified in the Food and Agricultural Code. The
applicable fee is $5.00 per horse per event. The drug-testing program is not applicable
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to most rodeo related competitions, parade horses, and activities under the jurisdiction of the California Horse Racing
Board are exempt a. A single day show with a single class entry fee less than $4.99 and/or total cumulative
fees ( including entry fees, ground fees, stall fees, administration fees and other fees) of less than $19.99 are
exempt.
b. Prohibited substances include most stimulants, depressants, tranquilizers, anesthetics including local anesthetics,
sedative analgesics, corticosteroids excluding dexamethasone, anabolic steroids, soring agents, and masking
agents. Nine permissible medications (dexamethasone, diclofenic acid, firocoxib, flunxin, ketoprofen,
meclofenamic acid, methocarbamol, naproxen, and phenylbutazone) are restricted to therapeutic usage as
prescribed or administered by a licensed veterinarian, and test-sample levels detected must be in compliance
with plasma or urine levels associated with limited dosing*. Additionally, the detection of more than one Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug in either a blood or urine sample is a violation of California rules. Maintaining a
current listing of specific prohibited substances is impossible due to the continual introduction of new
pharmaceuticals, discontinuation of old ones, utilization of human products, and utilization of foreign products.
Additionally, some exemptions exist.
*Specific information is contained in the “EMMP Medication Guidelines Brochure” found at
http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/Animal_Health/emmp/ or may be requested from CDFA/EMMP at 916-900-5045.
c. Horses must be withdrawn from competition for at least 24 hours after administration of a prohibited substance. A
drug declaration form must be filed with an event manager for administration of any prohibited substance three
(3) days before the event, to any horse entered in the event. Penalties for violations of the medication rules
include fines, suspension, and forfeiture of all winnings.
2. Horse Protection Act
Exhibitors must comply with the Horse Protection Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-540) and rules adopted by the U.S. Secretary of
Agriculture to carry out its provisions.
Equine Entries from Other States
1. All equine require a valid Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (ICVI), issued within 30 days before entry
and evidence of a negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test performed at a USDA-approved laboratory within
twelve (12) months before the date of entry. An EIA test “pending” result does not meet the entry requirement.
The ICVI must accurately represent the official animal identification of each horse in the shipment. The
requirements apply to horses, ponies, mules, donkeys, burros and zebras.
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XII. JUDGING STANDARDS
Note to Fair Management: See also IV-3. “State Judging Standards” are to be used where applicable.
Fairs may allow for additional grouping systems within the Market Ready or Market Acceptable for sale purposes.
MARKET HOG SCORECARD
GRADE
Market Acceptable: U.S. No. 1 and No. 2 hogs of average or greater conformation that are acceptable in leanness,
muscularity and production traits.
Not Market Acceptable: Any hog of below average conformation including U.S. number 3, U.S. number 4 and utility
grade hogs.
MARKET LAMB SCORECARD
GRADE
Market Ready: USDA Prime or Choice quality with 12th rib back fat range .16-.35, average or greater conformation and
cutability.
Not Market Ready: Good or lower quality grade with 12th rib back fat range <.16 or >.35; underfinished lambs grading
USDA good or lower, below-average conformation or cutability.
MARKET BEEF SCORECARD
GRADE
Market Ready: Market steers projected to have sufficient fat deposition to meet the marbling specifications for USDA
Prime, Choice, or Select+ quality grades.
Not Market Ready: Market steers lacking evidence of sufficient fat deposition to produce a desirable consumer
product. Steers projected to grade USDA Select- or lower.
MARKET VEAL SCORECARD
GRADE
Group 1: Animals are smooth, deep, thick and compact; and the udder or scrotum shows a marked fullness. They
must have youthful appearance and be in good condition.
Group 2: Animals must possess a moderately high degree of the higher quality grade characteristics. They will carry
less finish, show more bone, and have less uniformity.
Group 3: Animals lack finish, are rather leggy and hippy, are rough in the shoulder, and are light in the round.
MARKET GOAT (CHEVON) SCORECARD
GRADE
Market Ready: USDA Prime or Choice quality with 12th rib back fat range .08-12 most desirable, .13-.22 back fat
acceptable, average or greater conformation and cutability.
Not Market Ready: Good or lower quality grade with 12th rib back fat range <.08 or >.22; underfinished goats grading
USDA good or lower, below average conformation or cutability
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