Youth Livestock Expo
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Youth Livestock Expo

The Youth Livestock Expo is open to exhibitors ages 4-21 from the US and Canada. The expo will include 4 market animal species; beef, hog, lamb and goat. The program requires exhibitors to participate in at least two contests outside of the show ring. Contests will include livestock project speech, livestock judging contest, photography, drawing, careers in Ag, and creating educational posters. The expo boasts nationally recognized judges, over $18,000 in total premiums for market and showmanship divisions, and top notch facilities.

The Erie County Agricultural Society pledges 2 opportunities for youth to win a $10,000 scholarship. If an exhibitor wins 3 of the 4 Champion Market Animal Titles they will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship. Also, if an exhibitor wins 3 of the 4 Champion Showman Competitions, they will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship.

Important Dates

Entries Open: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Entry Deadline: Monday, July 13, 2026

Late Entry: Saturday, August 1, 2026, or later must call the office at (716) 649-3900 ext. 6499

DNA Due: Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Grand Drive: Friday, August 21, 2026- 6:00 pm

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Questions?

For questions about entering your animal into the Fair, please contact the Agriculture Office at Trogers@ecfair.org or 716-649-3900 x. 6488


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