Late summer means one thing for many livestock families: state fair season has arrived. Months of early mornings, careful feeding, daily exercise and endless practice all lead to a few exciting days in the show ring. While ribbons and banners may be the ultimate goal, the biggest challenge often begins long before the judge steps into the ring. For […]
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Show Day Checklist for Livestock: Everything You Need for a Successful Day at the Show
There’s nothing quite like show day – it doesn’t matter if it is your very first time at the county fair or your 10th jackpot of the season. The hum of blowers, the anticipation of entering the show ring, and the quiet focus before stepping into the ring all lead to excitement mixed with nervous energy. Success doesn’t happen in the show ring. It is recognized there; […]
Managing Show Livestock Weight: Hitting Your Project’s Target Weight
Livestock Weight Every market show animal has an endpoint. That is true, no matter where you live, the time of year your county or state fair is, or what show you are ultimately feeding for. If you have an animal on feed for an early August fair, that’s your endpoint. Perhaps you are feeding a […]
State Fairs: More Than Just a Show
State Fairs The summer heat and late nights in the barn can mean only one thing: state fairs are nearing. For many livestock exhibitors across the country, the state fair is the culmination of hard work, dedication, and hours of working with a particular set of animals. The goal: claiming the grand champion banner. Once […]
6 Steps to Prevent Summer Heat Stress
Summer Heat Stress Mother Nature isn’t playing nice this year. Temperatures are rising across the country, and excessive heat is accompanied by increased humidity in many areas. Regardless of the hours of work and preparation you’ve invested in your livestock projects, summer heat stress remains a challenge to plan for and manage. Sure Champ®, a […]
Show Goat Feeding Secrets for Success
If you’ve been around show goats for even a short amount of time, you’ve figured out they are picky eaters. Perhaps, the only being more finicky is a toddler hooked on chicken nuggets. The frustrating part is your feeding schedule never changes. Yet, one feeding they might completely slick up the feed pan, and the […]