What are the characteristics to look for in a prize food animal that yields the best products for our table? Or are you interested in gaining skills to select your market animal to exhibit at the fair? Learn to evaluate animals, judge them like a pro and justify your decision. Enrollment in this project is not required to participate in the State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest.

State Fair

4-H exhibits and competitions are part of the fun of the Missouri State Fair. You won’t want to miss this special event; visit the 4-H building to see the projects of our 4-H youth or participate in the livestock shows. Whatever your niche, there is something for everyone. Bring the family!

Learn about 4-H at the State Fair

State Livestock Judging Contest

The goal of livestock judging is to compare your perception of an animal against the ideal and then to contrast your opinion with that of another individual or group of individuals. These activities expose you to more than just livestock judging, in addition to that you learn teamwork, effective communication skills, analytical thinking and aides you in gaining confidence to defend your decisions.

Learn about the State Livestock Judging Contest