the 58th annual martin county fair

THE 58th ANNUAL

MARTIN COUNTY FAIR

& YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW

FEBRUARY 10-18, 2017

Martin County Fair Association, Inc.

Welcomes you as a Participant in our 58th ANNUAL

Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show FEBRUARY 10-18, 2017

Martin County Fair Association, Inc. is a

NON-PROFIT 501C3 ORGANIZATION

and Members of the Florida Federation of Fairs and I.A.F.E.

PLEASE ADDRESS ALL INQUIRES TO:

MARTIN COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION, INC.

2616 S.E. DIXIE HWY.

STUART, FL 34996

PHONE: (772) 220-3247 FAX: (772) 220-2424

EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]

LIVESTOCK EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]

WEBSITE: martincountyfair.com

Information concerning Chapter 5C-4

Contact:

Division of Animal Industry

Address: 407 South Calhoun Street, Mail Stop: M7, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0800

Telephone Number: 850-410-0900

Fax Number: 850-410-0957

For after hour emergencies, please contact Ag Law at 1-800-342-5869.

Dr. Thomas Holt – Director, Division of Animal Industry

850-410-0900 Office

850-410-0915 Fax

[email protected]

Leigh Humphreys – Assistant Director, Division of Animal Industry

850-410-0930 Office

[email protected]

Dr. Bill Jeter – Bureau Chief, Bureau of Animal Disease Control

850-410-0942 Office

[email protected]

Dr. Alice Agasan – Chief, Bureau of Diagnostic Laboratories

321-697-1405 Office

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]




CHAPTER 5C-4

ADMISSION OF ANIMALS FOR EXHIBITION

5C-4.0015 Definitions

5C-4.0016 Applications, Cards, Forms, Other Official Documents Required and Fees

5C-4.0017 General Requirements, Exemptions and Limitations

5C-4.002 Cattle

5C-4.003 Swine

5C-4.004 Poultry, Domestic Fowl and Ratites

5C-4.005 Goats or Sheep

5C-4.008 Horses

5C-4.0015 Definitions.

For the purposes of this chapter the following definitions shall apply:

(1) Accredited Veterinarian. A veterinarian licensed in the state of origin and accredited by the United States Department of

Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA, APHIS) to perform certain functions of the federal and cooperative-

state-federal programs in accordance with the provisions of Title 9 Code of Federal Regulations (9 CFR) § 161 (2005).

(2) Animal(s). This term shall include:

(a) Livestock including grazing animals, such as cattle, horses, sheep, swine, goats, and other hoofed animals;

(b) Ratites, limited to ostriches, emus, and rheas;

(c) Poultry or Domestic fowl which are propagated or maintained for commercial or breeding purposes; and

(d) Wild or game animals which may threaten the agricultural interests of Florida.

(3) Authorized Representative. An employee of the state or federal government, or a licensed veterinarian accredited by the

USDA, who is authorized to conduct animal disease control and eradication activities.

(4) Commercial Production Swine. Swine that have been subjected to and found negative on an annual brucellosis and

pseudorabies test and have been continuously managed with adequate facilities and practices to prevent exposure to either transitional

or feral swine and so recognized by state animal health officials.

(5) Group. One or more animals maintained on the same premises or in contact with one another.

(6) Horse. Any horse, mule, ass, zebra or other equidae.

(7) Isolation. Separation of individual animals by a physical barrier in a manner that assures one animal does not have access to

the body, excrement, or discharges of another animal; does not share a building with a common ventilation system; and is not within

ten feet of another animal.

(8) Market Class. An exhibition class consisting of finished fed animals that all go directly to slaughter immediately following the

exhibition.

(9) Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI). A legible record or certificate made on an official form from the state of

origin or from the USDA, or a Department-approved electronic format, issued and signed by veterinarians licensed and accredited in

the state of origin for the purpose of certifying the official individual identification, test requirements, and health status of specific

animals for movement, exhibition, and other designated purposes.

(10) Official Individual Identification. A form of unique individual animal identification including, but not limited to:

(a) Official Eartags. Must be tamper-resistant/tamper evident, approved by APHIS, capable of providing a unique identification

number for each animal, and capable of being recorded in a central repository. Such eartags must conform to one of the numbering or

tagging systems approved by the USDA, APHIS, VS in 9 C.F.R. § 71.1.

(b) Ear, tail-web or flank tattoos, approved by APHIS; breed registration tattoos when accompanied by breed registration papers;

or an official brand when accompanied by a brand registration certificate;

(c) Official leg or wing bands for poultry;

(d) Color digital images or notarized color photographs of the animal, signed by a state-licensed, USDA-accredited veterinarian;

or (e) Implanted electronic chips with a unique number that is recorded in a single, central database.

(11) Official test. A test conducted by a method approved by Department rules for the specific disease and animal species.

(12) Poultry, Domestic Fowl or Ratites. Chickens, turkeys, quail, pheasants, chukars, peafowl, guineas, ratites (limited to

ostriches, emus and rheas) and waterfowl that are propagated or maintained for commercial or breeding purposes.

(13) Segregated. To maintain a group of animals separate from another group of animals in such a manner as to prevent physical

contact between animals of the two groups.

(14) Materials. Title 9 C.F.R. § 71.1 (2005) is hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the United States

Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328

.Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–New 1-19-95, Amended

6-4-95, 6-21-06.

5C-4.0016 Applications, Cards, Forms, Other Official Documents Required and Fees.

(1) USDA. VS Form 10-11. An official USDA, APHIS, VS form required for submitting samples and reporting results of Equine

Infectious Anemia (EIA) tests.

(2) Division.

(a) Official Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI). These certificates are provided only to Florida-licensed and USDA-

accredited veterinarians and may be obtained as provided in subsection 5C-4.0016(3), F.A.C. Depending on species and purpose (sale

or movement), the following are Florida-recognized OCVIs:

1. Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, DACS-09000; for use with all species, in association with movement or sale. Cost

is $65 per book of 25 certificates.

2. Official Equine Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, DACS-09002; for use with equine, in association with movement or sale.

Cost is $65 per book of 25 certificates.

(b) Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207, is an official card provided by the Department to the horse owner, which

certifies the existence of an official negative EIA test within the previous 12 months and a valid Florida Official Equine Certificate of

Veterinary Inspection for interstate movement for exhibition purposes in states which accept the card. The document is valid for six

(6) months provided the conditions in subsections 5C-3.003(5)(a)-(f), F.A.C., are met. The Equine Interstate Passport Card is not

acceptable for change of ownership purposes. It may be applied for by submitting an Application for Equine Interstate Passport Card,

DACS-09219, to the Division with the associated fee of $15.00 for the first equine and $5.00 for each additional equine on the same

application. Copies may be obtained as provided in subsection 5C-4.0016(3), F.A.C.

(c) Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-09160, is an official document provided by the Department to the horse owner to

show proof of a negative EIA test within the previous 12 months, for purposes other than change of ownership. The document is valid

for 12 months from the date the blood was drawn and is renewable annually with an associated fee of $5.00 per application (Card).

The Negative EIA Test Verification Card may be applied for by submitting the Application for Negative EIA Test Verification Card,

DACS-09206. Copies may be obtained as provided in subsection 5C-18.0011(4), F.A.C.

(d) Equine Event Extension (A Permit), DACS-09051, an official document provided by the Department to the horse owner,

which certifies the existence of an official negative EIA test within the previous 12 months and a valid Florida Official Certificate of

Veterinary Inspection. The document is valid for six (6) months provided the conditions in subsections 5C-3.003(5)(a)-(f), F.A.C., are

met. It may be applied for by submitting the Application for Equine Event Extension, DACS-09078, to the Division as referred to in

subsection 5C-3.003(5), F.A.C., with the associated fee of $10.00 for the first equine and $5.00 for each additional equine on the

application; copies of which may be obtained as provided in subsection 5C-3.0011(4), F.A.C.

(3) Forms. VS Form 10-11 (APR 90), is hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the United States

Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328. Official Certificate of

Veterinary Inspection, DACS-09000 Rev. 07/03; Official Equine Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, DACS-09002 Rev. 10/05;

Equine Event Extension (A Permit), DACS-09051 Rev. 03/06, Application for Equine Event Extension, DACS-09078 Rev. 10/05,

Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207 Rev. 07/05, Application for Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09219 Rev. 10/ 05,

Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-09160 Rev. 07/05, and Application for Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-

09206 Rev. 10/05, are hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the Florida Department of Agriculture and

Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, 407 S. Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0800; (850)410-0900.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), (5), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–New 6-21-06.

5C-4.0017 General Requirements, Exemptions and Limitations.

(1) Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI) Required. Animals presented for exhibition purposes in Florida, unless

specifically exempted, must be accompanied by an OCVI issued by a veterinarian accredited in the state of origin.

(a) The OCVI must be complete including the breed, sex, and registration number, and the official individual identification of

each animal.

(b) Results of a specific test requirement or herd accreditation, certification or validation number for each animal must be

recorded on the OCVI with the date of the test or herd accreditation, certification or validation.

(2) Expiration of Required OCVI.

(a) For Florida-origin animals an OCVI is valid for 90 days from the date of issue; or until the expiration date of any required

tests, whichever is the earliest date.

(b) For animals imported into Florida for exhibition purposes only, the OCVI is valid for 30 days, except that, for equine imported

into Florida using a current Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207, or equivalent of the state of origin signed by the State

Veterinarian or chief animal health official, the OCVI will be extended to the date of expiration of the Equine Interstate Passport Card

or its equivalent of the state of origin.

(3) Exemption to Required OCVI. An OCVI is not required for animals originating in Florida and entered in market classes

provided that animals are segregated from other animals and the pens are occupied only by the animals in a market class. Pens used

for market classes must not be reused until after cleaning and disinfecting.

(4) Inspection Required. Prior to immediate acceptance at an exhibition, all animals presented for exhibition must be visually

inspected by an authorized representative for:

(a) The required official individual identification of the animal; and

(b) Clinical signs of disease including, but not limited to: caseous lymphadenitis, blisters/ulcers around the mouth, nostrils,

coronary band, pinkeye, pox, scabies, lice, ringworm, atrophic rhinitis, or multiple warts that are clearly visible; and

(c) Evidence of compliance with animal tests and OCVI requirements, where required.

(5) Animals Rejected for Exhibition.

(a) Any animal in noncompliance with animal tests and OCVI requirements, or

(b) Any animal not meeting the official individual identification requirements, or

(c) Any animal which is suspected of having or showing clinical signs of dangerous transmissible, contagious or infectious

disease on visual inspection, or any animal which is known to be exposed to such diseases must be:

1. Immediately withdrawn from exhibition and returned to the place of origin, or

2. Examined by a Florida-licensed and USDA-accredited veterinarian at the owner’s expense within 24 hours, who certifies by a

signed, written statement, that the animal is free of dangerous transmissible, contagious or infectious disease and pests.

(6) Forms. Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207 Rev. 07/05, is hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be

obtained from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, 407 S. Calhoun St.,

Tallahassee, FL 32399-0800.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–New 6-21-06.

5C-4.002 Cattle or Bison.

(1) OCVI Required.

(a) Florida-origin cattle or bison moved for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI dated not more than 90 days prior to

exhibition.

(b) Cattle or bison imported from other states for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI dated not more than 30 days prior

to exhibition.

(2) Test or Certification Required.

(a) Tuberculosis.

1. Florida-origin cattle or bison may be entered for exhibition without a tuberculin test.

2. Imported dairy cattle may be entered for exhibition provided they have a negative caudal fold tuberculin skin test within 30

days prior to the date of the exhibition; except that, dairy cattle from Accredited Tuberculosis-Free Herds originating in Tuberculosis-

Free States, are exempt from this test requirement.

3. Imported beef cattle or bison may be entered for exhibition without a negative caudal fold tuberculin skin test provided they

originate from Accredited Tuberculosis-Free States or Herds. Otherwise, they must meet the requirements in subparagraph 5C-

4.002(2)(a)2., F.A.C.

(b) Brucellosis.

1. Test Required. Cattle or bison, six (6) months of age or older, must have evidence of a negative brucellosis test within 30 days

prior to the date of exhibition.

2. Exemption from Required Brucellosis Test.

a. Steers and spayed heifers; and

b. Cattle or bison originating from a Certified Brucellosis-Free Herd, or a Brucellosis Class Free State or Area which when

certified, the OCVI must show the certified herd number and the date of the last herd certification test; and

c. Cattle or bison from non-quarantined herds originating from Class A State or Area provided that the cattle are under 18 months

of age.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–Amended 7-25-66, 11-15-

67, 1-1-70, 7-1-71, 9-1-72, 8-7-77, 8-8-79, 9-30-80, 6-26-83, Formerly 5C-4.02, Amended 4-17-89, 1-19-95, 6-21-06.

5C-4.003 Swine.

(1) OCVI Required.

(a) Swine for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI dated not more than 90 days prior to presentation for exhibition.

(b) Swine imported for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI dated not more than 30 days prior to presentation for

exhibition.

(2) Tests or Certification Required for Breeding Swine.

(a) Brucellosis.

1. Swine six (6) months of age or older must be negative to an official test for brucellosis within 30 days prior to exhibition, or

2. Originate from a Validated Brucellosis-Free Swine herd as defined in 9 CFR § 78.1, or

3. Originate from a Commercial Production Swine Herd as defined in subsection 5C-4.0015(4), F.A.C.

(b) Pseudorabies. Swine six (6) months of age or older must be negative to an official test for pseudorabies within 30 days prior to

exhibition, or

1. Originate from a Qualified Pseudorabies-Free Herd as defined in 9 CFR § 85, or

2. Originate from an Approved Commercial Production Swine Herd.

(3) Exemptions. Swine for exhibition as “market class” swine are exempt from the OCVI and test requirements provided that all

swine in the class go directly to slaughter following the exhibition.

(4) Isolation. Breeding swine returning to the farm from exhibitions must be isolated from other swine at least 30 days before

being returned to the herd. Breeding swine for exhibition must be maintained in isolation between exhibitions or move directly

between exhibitions.

(5) Materials. 9 CFR § 78 (2005) and § 85 (2005) are hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the United

States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–Amended 3-21-64, 6-20-68,

1-1-71, 3-1-72, Formerly 5C-4.03, Amended 4-17-89, 1-19-95, 6-21-06.

5C-4.004 Poultry, Domestic Fowl or Ratites.

(1) OCVI Required. An OCVI is required for poultry, domestic fowl or ratites for movement into Florida, but not specifically for

exhibition. However, poultry, domestic fowl or ratites presented for exhibition without an OCVI, must be inspected as provided in

subsection 5C-4.0017(4), F.A.C.

(2) Test or Certification Required. All poultry or domestic fowl entered for exhibition must originate from Pullorum-Typhoid

Clean flocks or hatcheries, as provided in 9 CFR § 145 (2005) and § 147 (2005), or have a negative pullorum-typhoid test within 90

days prior to exhibition.

(3) Materials. 9 CFR § 145 (2005) and § 147 (2005) are hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the

United States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–Amended 4-20-67, 4-18-84,

4-4-85, Formerly 5C-4.04, Amended 6-21-87, 4-17-89, 1-19-95, 6-4-95, 6-21-06.

5C-4.005 Goats or Sheep.

(1) OCVI Required.

(a) Florida-origin goats or sheep presented for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI dated not more than 90 days prior to

presentation.

(b) Goats or sheep imported into Florida for exhibition must be accompanied by an OCVI completed within 30 days prior to

exhibition.

(2) Identification. All goats or sheep entered for exhibition purposes must have an official individual identification in accordance

with the National Scrapie Eradication Uniform Methods and Rules, APHIS 91-55-066, June 1, 2005.

(3) Test or Certification Required.

(a) Tuberculosis Test. All dairy goats six (6) months of age or older imported for exhibition purposes must originate from an

Accredited Tuberculosis-Free Herd, or have had a negative caudal fold tuberculosis test within 90 days prior to exhibition. When

originating from accredited tuberculosis-free herds, the OCVI must show, the accredited herd number and the date of the last herd

accreditation test.

(b) Brucellosis Test. All dairy goats six (6) months of age or older imported for exhibition purposes must originate from a

Certified Brucellosis-Free Herd, or have had a negative brucellousis test within 90 days prior to exhibition. When originating from a

certified brucellosis-free herd, the OCVI must show the certified herd number and the date of the last herd certification test.

(c) Exemption From Test Requirements. There are no tuberculosis or brucellosis test requirements for meat type goats or Florida-

origin dairy goats.

(4) Materials. Scrapie Eradication Uniform Methods and Rules, APHIS 91-55-066, June 1, 2005, is hereby incorporated by

reference. Copies may be obtained from the United States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop

SSOP, Washington, D.C. 20402-9328.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(1), (2) FS. History–New 11-4-76, Formerly 5C-

4.05, Amended 4-17-89, 1-19-95, 6-4-95, 6-21-06.

5C-4.008 Horses.

(1) OCVI Required. An OCVI or an Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207, or equivalent of the state of origin, signed by

the State Veterinarian or chief animal health official, is required for horses for movement into Florida, but not specifically for

exhibition.

(2) Test or Certification Required. All horses presented for exhibition must be accompanied by evidence of a negative official test

for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA), conducted within 12 months prior to exhibition. The negative EIA test must be reported on:

(a) An original owner’s copy of a VS Form 10-11;

(b) A laboratory certified copy of a VS Form 10-11;

(c) A legible photocopy of a VS Form 10-11;

(d) An Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09207, or equivalent of the state of origin signed by the State Veterinarian or chief

animal health official; which may be applied for by submitting the Application for Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09219 as

provided in subsection 5C-4.008(4), F.A.C.;

(e) A Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-09160, or equivalent of the state of origin signed by the State Veterinarian or

chief animal health official; which may be applied for by submitting the Application for Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-

09206 as provided in subsection 5C-4.008(4), F.A.C., or

(f) A Department-approved electronic EIA form containing clear, color digital images.

(3) Exemption to Test Requirement. A foal under six (6) months of age accompanied by its dam which has met the EIA test

requirement is not required to have an EIA test.

(4) Forms. VS Form 10-11 (APR 90), Equine Infectious Anemia Laboratory Test, is hereby incorporated by reference. Copies

may be obtained from the United States Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, Mail Stop SSOP, Washington,

D.C. 20402-9328. Application for Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-09219 Rev. 10/05, Equine Interstate Passport Card, DACS-

09207 Rev. 07/05, Application for Negative EIA Test Verification Card, DACS-09206 Rev. 10/05, and Negative EIA Test

Verification Card, DACS-09160 Rev. 07/05, are hereby incorporated by reference. Copies may be obtained from the Florida

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Animal Industry, 407 S. Calhoun St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0800.

Specific Authority 585.002(4), 585.08(2)(a), 585.145(2) FS. Law Implemented 585.08(3), 585.145 FS. History–New 1-19-95, Amended 6-4-95, 6-21-

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2017 MARTIN COUNTY FAIR

LIVESTOCK DATES

DATE DAY EVENT ________________________________

July 29, 2016 Friday Steer Entry Forms DUE into Fair Office by 5:00pm August 5, 2016 Friday Swine Entry Forms DUE into Fair Office by 5:00pm August 6, 2016 Saturday Initial Steer Weigh-In 8:00am-11:00am October 22, 2016 Saturday Ethics Workshop 9:00am-12:00pm October 15, 2016 Saturday Initial Swine Weigh-In 8:00am-10:00am October 28, 2016 Friday Buyer’s Letters due by 5pm December 2, 2016 Friday Ethics Workshop Certificate DUE into Fair Office by 5:00pm December 2, 2016 Friday Small Animal Entry Forms DUE into Fair Office by 5:00pm Beef, Dairy, Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Poultry, Goat & Lamb January 27, 2017 Friday Report Cards DUE into the Fair office by 5:00pm February 4, 2017 Saturday MANDATORY*: Workday 9:00am-12:00 Noon February 4, 2017 Saturday Statement of Good Standing DUE from 4-H Leaders/FFA Advisor February 10, 2017 Friday Steer Weigh-In 4:30pm-8:00pm ** Record Books ** DUE with all animal entries.

February 11, 2017 Saturday Swine Weigh-In 8:00am-10:00am February 11, 2017 Saturday Beef Weigh-In 10:00am-12:00 Noon February 11, 2017 Saturday Rabbit, Guinea Pig, and Poultry Entries 9:00am-11:00am February 11, 2017 Saturday Beef, Dairy, Goat and Lamb Entries 10:00am-12:00 Noon February 11, 2017 Saturday MANDATORY*: Livestock Exhibitor Meeting 2:00pm February 11, 2017 Saturday Poultry Show 3:00pm – Small Animal Tent ** Record Books ** DUE with all animal entries.

February 12, 2017 Sunday Rabbit and Guinea Pig Show 2:00pm - Arena February 13, 2017 Monday Swine Show 7:00pm February 14, 2017 Tuesday Steer Show/Beef, Dairy Heifer Show* 7:00pm (*TBD – to Thursday 2/16) February 15, 2017 Wednesday Swine Showmanship 7:00pm February 16, 2017 Thursday *Dairy – Tentative 7:00pm Goat Show 7:30pm February 16, 2017 Thursday Shepherd’s Lead 7:30pm Lamb Show 7:30pm February 17, 2017 Friday Steer/Beef, Dairy Heifer Showmanship 7:00pm February 18, 2017 Saturday Steer Auction 5:00pm February 18, 2017 Saturday Swine Auction: immediately following Steer Auction February 18, 2017 Saturday Small animal entries may be released at 11:00pm February 24, 2017 Friday Thank You Letters due by 5:00pm February 25, 2017 Saturday MANDATORY*: Workday 9:00am-12:00 Noon

*Failure to attend Mandatory Workdays will result in the following fines: $25 Small Animals, $50 Non-Market, $150 Market, and

$300 for Senior/Graduating exhibitors. In addition to the forfeiture of all premium monies.

**Record books are due with your animal entry. Failure to turn in project record book will result in disqualification of the exhibit

of your animal entry. Market animal project books will be an end project using current market prices for beef and pork.

2017 Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show

EXHIBITOR RULES

General Livestock Rules

1. The Martin County Fair Youth Livestock Show is open to 4-H and FFA members in Martin County.

Membership must be certified by the 4-H Coordinator or FFA Advisor. Membership must be in active

status and be in good standing with the 4-H or FFA Program at the time of the show or the exhibitor will be

denied permission to show. Membership cannot be transferred after initial weigh in.

2. All exhibitors must reside in Martin County and attend a Martin County Elementary, Middle, High School,

or a program approved by the Martin County Superintendent at the time their entry form is accepted

through the time of the show. Exhibitors must turn in a copy of their report card from the entrant’s school

to the fair office by Friday, January 27, 2017. The Livestock Committee has the discretion to check

attendance with the school or approved program.

a) Definition of Attendance: Attendance must be verified by the school the entrant is enrolled in, and such entrant

must be in good standing of attendance. If an entrant completes their education by graduating and receiving a

diploma in December 2016 due to academic acceleration or excellence, such entrant shall be deemed enrolled in

school and may show at the fair.

b) Limitations: If an entrant has elected to quit school without obtaining a diploma, such entrant is deemed not to be

attending school, and may not participate in the show and sale at the fair.

3. All exhibitors must have a 2.0 Grade Point Average to show in the Martin County Fair. Certain

exceptions will apply for those in special needs classes.

4. All exhibitors must submit a livestock entry form signed by their 4-H Leader or FFA Advisor. ANY

FORM NOT HAVING THE PROPER SIGNATURES WILL BE DECLINED. This form must also

be signed by the parent or guardian of the exhibitor, and must be notarized. Forms can be mailed to the

Martin County Fair Association, Inc., 2616 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart, FL 34996.

5. Each exhibitor will be limited to submitting an entry, weighing in and showing only one (1) market animal.

Exhibitors must attend the weigh-in unless there is a school function, illness, death in immediate

family or has prior permission to be excused. Every effort will be made to ensure that each exhibitor

submitting a livestock entry form has space in the barn. Multiple entries of breeding or dairy animals will

be allowed at the discretion of the Livestock Committee.

A lottery system will be implemented if more than the following number of entries are received by

the fair office:

Animal: Maximum at show:

Steer 38

Swine 78

Dairy Heifers 14

Beef Heifers 22

Goat/Lamb 15 exhibitors (3 animals each)

If a lottery system is implemented the following will apply:

a) All prior year show and sale exhibitors shall be provided a space in the barn and allowed to show the same type

of market animal as in the prior year, so long as all other rules and requirements are met by such exhibitor.

b) Any new entrant, who did not show in the prior year, shall participate in the lottery.

c) Any prior year entrant who failed to complete their livestock project, no matter whether the fault is that of the

entrant, the livestock animal or act of God, will participate in the lottery. Completion of the project includes

participating in the final weigh-in and meeting the minimum weight and health requirements.

d) Any entrant who was in the prior year lottery or who completed their project but whose animal failed to be

admitted to show and sale will be placed at the front of the lottery pool for the current year before a new entrant.

6. Each exhibitor must comply with the current state and federal livestock health regulations and will check-in

with the licensed veterinarian or State Livestock Inspector. Removal of warts and care of open wounds

should be dealt with prior to the fair. Refer to the rules of the State of Florida printed in the Premium

Book.

7. Animals may be checked periodically at the designated location of the exhibitor by the Livestock

Committee prior to entry into the fair. No crippled, injured, or sick animals will be allowed in the barn

or show. Animals must also be free of external parasites, drugs, or steroids at the time of entry to the fair.

The Martin County Fair Livestock Committee can test your animal for any drugs.

8. Exhibitors must be able to handle and control their animals. Any exhibitor who cannot control his or her

animal in the ring may be disqualified by the Livestock Committee. Baiting, excessive usage of the cane or

whip or other excessive force or actions deemed inappropriate by the Livestock Committee will be

reviewed for possible disqualification.

9. All exhibitors will be defined as a Junior being thirteen (13) years of age and under by September 1, 2016;

or a Senior being fourteen (14) years of age and over by September 1, 2016 for the purpose of

showmanship. Exception with Swine Showmanship. *** Swine Showmanship age categories are:

Junior being eleven (11) years of age and under by September 1, 2016; Intermediate being twelve (12)

years of age to fourteen (14) years of age by September 1, 2016; Senior being fifteen (15) years of age and

older by September 1, 2016.

10. After entry into the barn the exhibitor must have a major role in the feeding, grooming, and care of their

animal. Animals must be cared for from the time of arrival until they are removed.

11. On weekends, exhibitor’s pens should be cleaned or they should be working on cleaning them by

1:00pm. During the week, pens should be cleaned by 5:00pm. The red tag system will be used. Upon

checking the stalls, if the Livestock Committee determines the housekeeping of the exhibitor is below

standard or is not being done by the exhibitor, a red tag will be issued. Upon receipt of a second (2nd) red

tag, a $25.00 deduction will be made from the premium money of all animals. If a third (3rd) red tag goes

in place the animal will be removed from the fair, and ineligible to show the next year or until satisfactory

with the livestock committee. All red tags will remain in place throughout the fair. Stalls will be checked

three (3) times daily.

12. Exhibitors will be assigned times to perform “Barn Duty” to help keep common areas such as walkways,

the wash rack, and the show ring clean. Exhibitors who fail to work at assigned times for “Barn Duty”

and on scheduled MANDATORY Work Days will be fined as follows: $25 Small Animals, $50 Non-

Market, $150 Market and $300 Senior/Graduating exhibitors including the forfeiture of all premium

monies. The exhibitor may also be ineligible to show the following year. A written essay as to why

you should be allowed to participate in the 2018 Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show will be

required.

13. ALL feed will be furnished by the exhibitor, including poultry and rabbit exhibitors. Feed for rabbit and

poultry exhibits will no longer be furnished by the Fair Association. Hay will be furnished by the Fair

Association. The Fair Association personnel will assist in cleaning and feeding each morning, but is

each exhibitor’s responsibility to keep his/her area clean, and to care for his/her animal from 4:00pm

until 9:00pm. All animals must be fed and watered by the exhibitor each evening before the barn

closes. On days when the exhibitor has “Barn Duty,” they are responsible for this duty until the barn closes.

Barn closing times are: 9:00pm on weekdays, 11:00pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 8:00pm (9:00pm

preceding a holiday) on Sunday. Animals are to be fed by 8:00 p.m. during the week/weekends and by

7:00p.m. Sunday.

14. Each exhibitor and two (2) parents, or legal guardians will be issued exhibitor passes at the time his/her

animal is entered into the barn. This will allow entry into the fairgrounds once a day to care for his/her

animal. Additional tickets must be purchased at the front entrance.

15. All animals MUST remain on exhibit until fair closing Saturday, February 18, 2017.

16. Appropriate dress for all participants (adult and youth) includes long pants, a club or 4-H/FFA shirt

and closed-toe shoes are required at any activity held on the fairgrounds. Shorts, tank tops, sandals,

etc. are not allowed. Official FFA and 4-H attire MUST be worn while participating in livestock

shows and sales.

18. All exhibitors will be required to attend two (2) mandatory workdays: Saturday, February 4, 2017; and

Saturday, February 25, 2017. The hours are 9:00am until 12:00 noon at the Martin County Fairgrounds,

and all exhibitors must sign in and out. Exhibitors who do not attend workdays will be fined and forfeit

premium monies (#13), along with the privilege of showing the following year. To be excused from any

scheduled workday, the exhibitor must present in writing a reason for the absence. The letter must have

both the exhibitor and the parent/guardian signatures. Letters must be turned into the fair office two (2)

weeks prior to the workday for approval by the Livestock Committee. The only acceptable excuses will be

a school functions, illness, or a death in the immediate family. Work, vacations, local sports/extra-

curricular activities and parties will not be excused as you have sufficient time to plan in advance of

these work days.

19. Each exhibitor of market animals will be required to write and mail at least six (6) buyer letters. Exhibitors

must bring a COPY of the buyer’s letter and ONLY SIX (6) NEW potential buyers’ names, along with

their mailing addresses to the fair office by Friday, October 28, 2016. The Martin County Fair Association,

Inc. or the Livestock Committee is not responsible for providing buyers for these animals. NOTE: Each

buyer name and address that is submitted will be sent an invitation to the buyers social.

20. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors ages eight (8) and older are to have taken an Ethics Workshop class. You

must provide a copy of the certification with your entry. The certificate is due by December 2, 2016 to the

fair office by 5:00pm.

21. Premium checks will not be issued to the exhibitor until the following requirements* have been met:

1) Buyer’s letters must be turned in by Friday, October 28, 2016.

2) Report cards must be turned in by Friday, January 20, 2017.

3) A Statement of Good Standing must be on file by Saturday, February 4, 2017.

4) Participate in Work Days: Saturday, February 4, 2017 and Saturday, February 25, 2017.

5) A copy of your ‘Thank You’ letter into the fair office by Friday, February 24, 2016 (Rule #22)

6) Record Books must be completed and turned in at the final weigh-in and/or upon entry date.

*These are Martin County Fair rules not a 4-H/FFA rule, though 4-H/FFA may decide to adopt said rule.

ANIMALS WILL NOT BE WEIGHED-IN OR ENTERED WITHOUT THE ABOVE RULES (#21).

PERMISSION TO SHOW IS CONTINGENT ON THESE REQUIREMENTS.

22. A COPY of your ‘Thank You’ letter to your buyer(s) is due to the fair office by Friday, February 24, 2017.

Checks for sale monies and premiums will be held until these letters are been received. Failure to submit

these letters will result in a forfeit of your premium monies.

23. There will be no 4-H Cloverbud, Mini, or Pee Wee Shows in any livestock class.

24. The entrant of a market animal to be auctioned off must be owned by the exhibitor, who will be the

only person to profit from the sale of the market animal. However, a market animal may be owned

by the 4-H Association or FFA Chapter and shown by a member of each organization for the benefit

of the organization.

25. Only individuals appointed by the Livestock Chairperson shall be allowed in the arena during shows and

sales.

26. Failure to abide by ANY these rules will result in the disqualification of the exhibitor to show in the current

year’s show and subsequent 2018 year. An essay will be required (see rule #13) for consideration to exhibit

in the 2019 Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show.

27. All market animal exhibitors have 30 days to deliver their plaques when they are available from the

fair office. The exhibitor must have a statement signed by the buyer that they received their plaque

and that statement must be returned to the fair office. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in

disqualification from the 2018 Show (see rule #26). Graduating SENIOR exhibitors will be fined as

determined by the Livestock Committee.

28. Exhibitors who show an animal of one particular breed or class will be eligible for only one (1) belt buckle

regardless of other awards.

BARN RULES

1. At least two (2) Livestock Committee members must be present when steers, swine, heifers, lambs, or goats

are in the arena for exercise.

2. Steers, swine, and heifers may be exercised only at designated times or when there is no time block posted,

with authorized Livestock personnel’s permission.

3. No exhibitors are to enter the fairgrounds before the fair opens except on show and sale days, when

exhibitors will be admitted at 1:00pm. All exhibitors must be at the fairgrounds by 5:00 pm weekdays

and 12:00 Noon on the weekends. However, students getting out of school between 3:00pm and 4:00pm

may be at the fairgrounds between 4:00pm and 5:00pm.

4. Upon arrival at the barn, all exhibitors shall clean their area, groom, feed and water their animal.

5. No steer, beef, or dairy animal should be led to the wash rack, the arena, or through the barn unless two (2)

Livestock Committee members are on hand, and then only at designated times. No animal will be tied

unattended in the wash area or left unattended in the grooming chutes by the exhibitor. All livestock

animals shall be clipped prior to entering the fair and exhibitors must groom their own animals

unassisted other than being instructed by parents or mentors.

6. Market animals that weigh-in at the fairgrounds will be weighed ONLY ONE (1) time; the initial weight at

that time will be official. In the event a market animal does not make the initial weight, a back-up market

animal may be weighed prior to the cut-off time. There will be NO second weigh-ins for any reason for

market animals during the final weigh-in.

Note: Only designated workers on the days of weigh-in that have children exhibitors showing a market

animal, may weigh-in their animal first with permission.

7. NO FOOD, SMOKING, DRUGS, OR BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED IN THE BARNS OR

EXHIBIT AREAS. This is a State rule.

8. Assigned barn duties are mandatory. Each exhibitor having barn duty shall arrive at the barn by 5:00pm

and stay until the barn closes. **SEE BARN DUTY RULES.

9. Spectators (Non-Exhibitors) will stay clear of scales during weigh-in. Decision of the weigh master is

final. Only the exhibitor and approved designated workers are allowed near the scale.

10. The barn areas shall be clear of spectators and the doors will be closed, when moving steers, dairy/beef

heifers, goats, lambs, and swine from their area to the arena. This is to prevent possible injury and

additional liabilities to the exhibitors and Martin County Fair Association, Inc.

11. All steers, dairy/beef heifers, lambs, goats, and swine will be placed in alphabetical order by the exhibitor’s

name within their FFA Chapter or 4-H Club designations inside the barns.

12. There will be a MANDATORY livestock exhibitor meeting Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 2:00pm

in the arena. This will be an opportunity for the exhibitors to meet the Livestock Committee members, go

over the exhibitor’s responsibilities and provide any additional information needed during fair week.

13. Failure to abide by ANY these rules will result in the disqualification of the exhibitor to show in the current

year’s show and subsequent 2018 year. An essay will be required (see General Livestock rule #13) for

consideration to exhibit in the 2019 Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show.

BARN DUTY RULES

1. All exhibitors are responsible for the cleaning, watering and feeding of ONLY their animals. You are

responsible to clean any feces your animal may leave in the walkways – not the person on barn duty.

2. Exhibitors will sign in and out on their barn duty days with a livestock committee member, failure to do so

will result in a red tag and you will be assigned another barn duty day. When re-assigned you must

complete your barn duty or you will receive a 2nd red tag and additional premium deductions.

3. We will assign barn duty in an alphabetical order by club and exhibitor name. However, this assignment

order is not guaranteed. Small animal exhibitors are to maintain their individual area and the general

cleanliness of the tent as a group.

4. On the assigned days, the 4-H leader/FFA advisor will be responsible to make sure their exhibitors are

completing the assigned barn duty. However, designated Livestock supervisors will oversee and verify

completion of those assignments.

5. While on barn duty you will stay in your area and make sure it is kept clean. You must check-in and check-

out with the designated Livestock supervisor, who will initial and verify completion of your barn duty.

6. On the day of your assigned barn duty, you are to stay at the fair until it closes with no exceptions unless

your 4-H leader/FFA advisor AND a livestock committee member have excused you due to illness.

7. Exhibitors on barn duty are responsible for keeping their area clean of trash and other debris. In the steer,

heifer and swine barns you must sweep/clean the walk ways. NOTE: All exhibitors should pick-up any

feces left in the walkways by their animals.

NOTE: Barn Rules are subject to appropriate changes deemed necessary by the Livestock Committee at any time.

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS AND EXPOSITIONS (IAFE)

CODE OF SHOW RING ETHICS Exhibitors of animals at livestock shows shall at all times deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship.

Their conduct in this competitive environment shall always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote

the advancement of agricultural education. This code applies to junior as well as open class exhibitors who compete in

structured classes of competition. This code applies to all livestock offered in any event at a livestock show. In addition

to the “IAFE Code of Show Ring Ethics”, fairs and livestock shows may have rules and regulations which they impose

on the local, county, state, provincial and national levels. All youth leaders working with junior exhibitors are under an

affirmative responsibility to do more than avoid improper conduct or questionable acts. Their moral values must be so

certain and positive that those younger and more pliable will be influenced by their fine example. Owners, exhibitors,

fitters, trainers and absolutely responsible persons who violate the code of ethics will forfeit premiums, awards and

auction proceeds and shall be prohibited from future exhibition in accordance with the rules adopted by the respective

fairs and livestock shows. Exhibitors who violate this code of ethics demean the integrity of all livestock exhibitors and

should be prohibited from competition at all livestock shows in the United States and Canada. The following is a list of

guidelines for all exhibitors and all livestock in competitive events:

1. All exhibitors must present, upon request of fair and livestock show officials, proof of ownership, length of

ownership, and age of all animals entered. Misrepresentation of ownership, age, or any facts relating thereto

is prohibited.

2. Owners, exhibitors, fitters, trainers, or absolutely responsible persons shall provide animal health

certificates from licensed veterinarians upon request by fair or livestock show officials.

3. Junior exhibitors are expected to care for and groom their animals while at fairs or livestock shows.

4. Animals shall be presented to show events where they will enter the food chain free of violative drug residues.

The act of entering an animal in a livestock show is the giving of, consent by the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer

and/or absolutely responsible person for show management to obtain any specimens of urine, saliva, blood, or

other substances from the animal to be used in testing. Animals not entered in an event which culminates with

the animal entering the food chain shall not be administered drugs other than in accordance with applicable

federal, state and provincial statutes, regulations and rules. Livestock shall not be exhibited if the drugs

administered in accordance with federal, state and provincial statutes, regulations and rules affect the animal’s

performance or appearance at the event. If the laboratory report on the analysis of saliva, urine, blood, or other

sample taken from livestock indicates the presence of forbidden drugs or medication, this shall be prima facie

evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that

the sample of urine, saliva, blood, or other substance tested by the laboratory, to which it is sent, is the one taken

from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation,

transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the

laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the

animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely

responsible person to prove otherwise. At any time after an animal arrives on the fair or livestock show premises,

all treatments involving the use of drugs and/or medications for the sole purpose of protecting the health of the

animal shall be administered by a licensed veterinarian.

5. Any surgical procedure or injection of any foreign substance or drug or the external application of any substance

(irritant, counterirritant, or similar substance) which could affect the animal’s performance or alter its natural

contour, confirmation, or appearance, except external applications of substances to the hoofs or horns of animals

which affect appearance only and except for surgical procedures performed by a duly licensed veterinarian for

the sole purpose of protecting the health of the animal, is prohibited.

6. The use of showing and/or handling practices or devices such as striking animals to cause swelling, using

electrical contrivance, or other similar practices are not acceptable and are prohibited.

7. Direct criticism or interference with the judge, fair or livestock show management, other exhibitors, breed

representatives, or show officials before, during, or after the competitive event is prohibited. In the furtherance of

their official duty, all judges, fair and livestock show management, or other show officials shall be treated with

courtesy, cooperation and respect and no person shall direct abusive or threatening conduct toward them.

8. No owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person shall conspire with another person or persons

to intentionally violate this code of ethics or knowingly contribute or cooperate with another person or persons

either by affirmative action or inaction to violate this code of ethics. Violation of this rule shall subject such

individual to disciplinary action.

9. The application of this code of ethics provides for absolute responsibility for an animal’s condition by an owner,

exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or participant whether or not he or she was actually instrumental in or had actual

knowledge of the treatment of the animal in contravention of this code of ethics.

10. The act of entering an animal is the giving of consent by the owner, exhibitor, fitter, trainer, or absolutely

responsible person to have disciplinary action taken by the fair or livestock show for violation of this Code of

Show Ring Ethics and any other rules of competition of the fair or livestock show without recourse against the

fair or livestock show. The act of entering an animal is the giving of consent that any proceedings or disciplinary

action taken by the fair or livestock show may be published with the name of the violator or violators in any publication of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions, including Fairs and Expos and any special

notices to members.

11. The act of entering of an animal in a fair or livestock show is the giving of verification by the owner, exhibitor,

fitter, trainer, or absolutely responsible person that he or she has read the IAFE Code of Show Ring Ethics and

understands the consequences of and penalties provided for actions prohibited by the code. It is further a

consent that any action which contravenes these rules and is also in violation of federal, state, or provincial

statutes, regulations, or rules may be released to appropriate law enforcement authorities with jurisdiction over

such infractions.

STEER RULES

Steer Dates:

Friday, July 29, 2016 Entry Forms due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, August 6, 2016 Initial Steer Weigh-In 8:00am-11:00am (Weight: 630-950)

Friday, February 10, 2017 Final Steer Weigh-In 4:30pm-8:00pm (Weight: >930)

Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Steer Show 7:00pm

Friday, February 17, 2017 Steer Showmanship 7:00pm

Saturday, February 18, 2017 Steer Auction 5:00pm

Rules:

1. Each exhibitor must have completed one successful year as defined by the organization of Martin County

4-H Club or FFA Chapter. Each exhibitor must have completed and exhibited a Beef or Dairy project in

any sanctioned State or County Fair. Both of the above requirements must be certified by either the 4-H

coordinator or the FFA Advisor prior to submitting intent to show. Exhibitors who have exhibited a 4-H

/FFA Chapter cattle or cattle under 4-H supervision may be eligible if they have cared for the animal for at

least 90 days prior to the show and the 4-H Leader/FFA Advisor certifies this fact to the committee.

Exhibitors must be eight (8) years of age or older by September 1, 2016.

2. Steers must be in possession of and cared for by the exhibitor from initial weigh-in until the final weigh-in.

All steers must weigh a minimum of 630 pounds, maximum of 950 pounds at the initial weigh-in.

NOTE: A back-up steer is allowed at the initial weigh-in but must be weighed by the 11:00 a.m. cut-off

time. Steers must weigh at least 930 pounds when entering the show. Any steer that weighs more than

1250 pounds may show and sell, but the exhibitor will only be paid for 1250 pounds.

There will be ONLY ONE (1) final weigh-in. (Shrinkage due to the stress of travel and weigh-in has been

considered in the minimum weight requirements.)

3. Each exhibitor will be limited to weighing-in and exhibiting one (1) steer. All steers entered in the show

must go to sale and slaughter. All exhibitors must provide a photograph of the side and front views of

their animal at the time of initial weigh-in. Each steer that makes weight will be ear tagged and/or hair

removed for DNA testing at initial weigh-in.

4. All animals and exhibitors must be in their designated area 15 minutes prior to their class time, and remain

with their animal until show or sale is completed.

5. All exhibitors and steers must be at the initial weigh-in on Saturday, August 6, 2016 from 8:00am-11:00am

and final weigh-in on Friday, February 11, 2017 at the fairgrounds. The Livestock Committee will check

each steer at this time to ensure it is of acceptable show quality. No Dairy Crosses will be allowed. Each

steer must be weighed only one time. Steers will be divided into classes based on their final weight by the

Livestock Committee. All exhibitors not in line during the specified time frame will not be weighed-in

unless there is a phone call notifying us as to the reason for the delay.

6. All steers must have a suitable halter and be double-tied in the barn with one rope on the neck, and one

rope on the halter. A proper show halter must be used to exhibit all cattle in the ring. All steers must be

halter-broke and de-horned. No horns beyond one (1) inch of the hairline will be allowed.

7. Awards will be made as follows:

Award: Premium:

Grand Champion Rosette + $35.00

Reserve Champion Rosette + $30.00

Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00

Junior Showmanship Rosette

Senior Showmanship Rosette

Junior Herdsman** Rosette

Senior Herdsman** Rosette

Weight Gain Rosette

8. Order of sale will be: Grand Champion, Reserve Champion, Blue Ribbon winner classes chronologically

followed by Red and White winners, in that same order.

9. A buyer appreciation plaque will be ordered by the Livestock Committee and deducted from the exhibitors

sale check. Additional plaques must be prearranged and will also be deducted from the sale check.

NOTE: Steers must have a health certificate. (See state requirements)

** Exhibitors will be judged several times each day by a Livestock Committee Member on the appearance

of your steer’s surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You

should act courteous to others and to the public. The Herdsman Award is based on how well you present

your area, steer project and your conduct during the fair.

Record books are due when you arrive with your animal for the final weigh-in. Market prices for

beef are to be used as an end project record.

MANDATORY Work Days: Exhibitors who fail to work on scheduled MANDATORY Work Days will be fined $150

($300 Seniors/Graduating) and forfeit premiums. The exhibitor will be ineligible to show the following year. A written

essay as to why you should be allowed to participate in the 2019 Martin County Fair & Youth Livestock Show will be

required.

*** According to State of Florida Department Of Agriculture And Consumer Services as stated in

Section 5C-4.0015 Definitions, paragraph 8, Market class consisting of finished fed animals must all go

directly to slaughter immediately following exhibition*** All sales are terminal***

SWINE RULES

Swine Dates:

Friday, August 5, 2016 Entry Forms due to fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, October 15, 2016 Initial Swine Weigh-In 8:00am-10:00am (Weight: >40)

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Final Swine Weigh-In 8:00am-10:00am (Weight: >210)

Monday, February 13, 2017 Swine Show 7:00pm

Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Swine Showmanship 7:00pm

Saturday, February 18, 2017 Swine Auction immediately following Steer Auction

Rules:

1. Each exhibitor must have completed one successful year as defined by the organization of Martin County

4-H Club or FFA Chapter. Exhibitors who have exhibited a 4-H/FFA Chapter swine or swine under 4-H

supervision may be eligible, if they have cared for the animal for at least 90 days prior to the show and the

4-H Leader/FFA Advisor certifies this fact to the committee. Each exhibitor must be eight (8) years of

age or older by September 1, 2016.

2. Swine must be in possession of and cared for by the exhibitor from initial weigh-in until the final weigh-in.

All swine must weigh a minimum of 40 pounds at initial weigh-in. NOTE: A back-up swine is allowed

at the initial weigh-in but must be weighed by the 10:00 a.m. cut-off time. Swine must weigh at least 210

pounds at the final weigh-in when entering the show. There will be ONLY ONE (1) final weigh-in. Any

swine that weighs more than 270 pounds may show and sell, but the exhibitor will only be paid for 270

pounds. (Shrinkage due to the stress of travel and weigh-in has been considered in the minimum weight

requirements.)

3. Each exhibitor will be limited to weighing-in and exhibiting one (1) animal. All swine entered in the show

must go to sale and slaughter. Each swine that makes weight will be ear tagged and/or hair removed for

DNA testing at initial weigh-in.

4. All animals and exhibitors must be in their designated area 15 minutes prior to their class time, and remain

with their animal until show or sale is completed.

5. All exhibitors and swine must be at the initial weigh-in on Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 8:00am-

10:00am, and final weigh-in on Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 8:00am-10:00pm, at the fairgrounds.

Each swine entry will be weighed only one time. Swine will be divided into classes based on their final

weight by the Livestock Committee. All exhibitors not in line during the specified time frame will not be

weighed-in unless there is a phone call notifying us as to the reason for the delay.

6. Subject to change or deletion: The Martin County Fair Association will supply the plywood for swine pens

on the first workday and will deduct the cost from each exhibitor’s sale proceeds.


Award: Premium:



Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00





Weight Gain Rosette

8. Order of sale will be: Grand Champion, Reserve Champion, Blue Ribbon winner classes chronologically

followed by Red and White winners, in that same order.

9. A buyer appreciation plaque will be ordered by the Livestock Committee and deducted from the exhibitors

sale check. Additional plaques must be prearranged and will also be deducted from the sale check.

10. If participating in showmanship, the exhibitor must have their intent turned in with this form..

NOTE: Please remember to not feed your pig prior to the sale. This will greatly enhance the

presentation of your project.


of your swine’s surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You


your area, your swine project and your conduct during the fair.

Record books are due when you arrive with your animal for the final weigh-in. Market prices for

pork are to be used as an end project record.




required.

*** According to State of Florida Department Of Agriculture And Consumer Services as stated in

Section 5C-4.0015 Definitions, paragraph 8, Market class consisting of finished fed animals must all go

directly to slaughter immediately following exhibition*** All sales are terminal***

MARTIN COUNTY FAIR & YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW

PHOTO RELEASE FORM

I hereby grant the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. permission to use my likeness in a photograph in any and all publications for purposes, including web site entries, without payment or any other consideration in perpetuity. I understand and agree that these materials will become the property of The Martin County Fair Association, Inc. and will not be returned.

I authorize the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute this photo for purposes of publicizing the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. programs or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written or electronic copy, wherein my likeness appears.

Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photograph. I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I or any other persons acting on my behalf may have by reason of this authorization. I have read this release before signing below and I fully understand the contents, meaning, and impact of this release. I agree to this and hold the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. harmless for any and all losses, claims, expenses, suits, costs, demands and damages or liabilities on account of personal injury, death, or property damages of any nature whatsoever and by whomsoever made, arising out of the photographed activities in which I am taking part.

Exhibitors Signature/Date: ______________________________________________________

Printed Name/Date: ______________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________

City, State, Zip Code: _______________________________________________

Phone: _______________________________________________

If the person signing is under age 18, there must be consent by a parent or guardian, as follows:

I hereby certify that I am the parent or guardian of ____________________________________________, named above, and do hereby give my consent without reservation to the foregoing on behalf of this person.

Parent or Guardian's Signature/Date:

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent or Guardian's Printed Name/Date:

____________________________________________________________________________________________

All Livestock Exhibitors – Include with Entry Forms

Livestock Owner’s Certificate

The undersigned certifies that, to the best of his/her knowledge, as of (date) __________________,

none of the livestock shipped to or delivered to the (fair) _________________ will be, on such date,

adulterated within the meaning of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (i.e., none of the cattle or

other ruminants will have been fed any feed containing protein derived from mammalian tissues, e.g.

meat and bone meal, as that term is defined in 21 CFR 589.2000 and none of the livestock will have an

illegal level of drug residues). This certificate shall remain in full force and effect until revoked in

writing by the undersigned seller and such revocation is delivered to the (fair).

I also acknowledge I have read and understand the State of Florida Vaccinations and

Certificate requirements and the IAFE Code Show Ring of Ethics.

I also acknowledge that I have read and understand the Martin County Fair &

Youth Livestock Premium Book.

Date:

Exhibitor/Seller:

Name (please print)

Exhibitor/Seller: ____________________________________________________

Signature

Parent/Guardian

Name (please print)

Parent/Guardian: ____________________________________________________ Signature

Mailing/Street Address

City/State/Zip

Phone Number

Market Entry, form 3/3

2017 MARTIN COUNTY FAIR & YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW

MARKET ANIMAL ENTRY FORM

CHECK ONLY ONE (1) BELOW:

Steer _____ Swine _____ This will be my __________ year showing this type of animal. # of Plaques __________

Exhibitor Name _________________________________________________ D.O.B. _________________________ Age ________

School _________________________________________________________________________________ Grade _______________

Mailing Address ____________________________________________________ City___________________ Zip ______________

Phone # __________________________________________ Alternate Phone # (cell etc.) ____________________________________

Email ______________________________________________ Parent(s) Email ____________________________________________

*REQUIRED* ______________________________________________________ *REQUIRED*

Name of 4-H Club or FFA Chapter

*REQUIRED* ______________________________________________________ *REQUIRED* Signature of 4-H Leader or FFA Advisor

All STEER entry forms must be received to the fair office by/before FRIDAY, July 29, 2016 by 5:00 PM.

All SWINE entry forms must be received in the fair office by/before FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2016 by 5:00 PM. A non-refundable entry fee of $35.00 is required and must accompany this entry form.

I, the undersigned have read and understand the rules of the MCFA Youth Livestock Show and sale.

_________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________

Exhibitor Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature- REQUIRED Date

LIVESTOCK RESALE AGREEMENT Notice to Steer and Swine Exhibitors:

Effective as of January 2005, the Martin County Fair Association, Inc. will, in the event that the exhibitors buyer does not pay for the purchase of

the steer or swine sold at the Martin County Fair and Youth Livestock Auction, will sell the animal through the 4-H Association/FFA Chapter,

based on current market price, and the exhibitor will receive the monies from that sale only, or the seller has the option of keeping the meat.

I have read this notice and will accept the conditions of this agreement

______________________________________________ _____________________________________________

Livestock Exhibitor Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

SWINE SHOWMANSHIP

□ I will participate in the 2017 Swine Showmanship. I have attached the necessary form and agree to the commitment.

I hereby certify that on this day, before me, an officer duly authorized in the state of Florida and in the County of Martin to take

acknowledgement, personally appeared ____________________ who is known to me and who did sign the acknowledgement above.

__________________________________________________ _________________________

Notary Public Signature Date

*THIS ENTRY DOES NOT GUARENTEE NOR OBLIGATE EXHIBITOR TO SHOW.

*THE FAIR ASSOCIATION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING BUYERS FOR MARKET ANIMALS.

*ALL PARTS OF THIS ENTRY FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT OR YOU WILL BE DENIED THE RIGHT TO SHOW.




required.


MARTIN COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION, INC.

2017 SWINE SHOWMANSHIP REGISTRATION

Name of Exhibitor_______________________________________________________

Club Name_____________________________________________________________ Please check one: ____ Junior (11 years of age and under as of September 1, 2016)

____ Intermediate (12 to 14 years of age as of September 1, 2016)

____ Senior (15 years of age and above by September 1, 2016) ______________________________________ ________________ Exhibitor Signature Date

______________________________________ ________________ Parent Signature Date

______________________________________ ________________ Signature of Livestock Committee Member Date

*** Must be completed and turned in by August 5, 2017 with your Swine Market Entry form.

Once this form is turned in you cannot withdraw from showmanship.


DAIRY HEIFER RULES

Dairy Dates:

Friday, December 2, 2016 Entry Forms (dairy heifer) due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Dairy Entries/Weigh-In 10:00am-12:00 Noon

Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Dairy Show 7:00pm (TBD – may shift to Thursday 02/16)

Friday, February 17, 2017 Dairy Showmanship 7:00pm

Rules:

1. Brucellosis Testing and Calf Hood Vaccinations: Each exhibitor must comply with the state and

federal law requirements. Please refer to the Rules of the State printed in the premium book.

2. The show is limited to Dairy Heifers and Cows. Registered animals must have a certificate issued by

the Florida Junior Grade Dairy Cattle Identification Program. Forms are available at the Martin County

Extension Services Office, 2614 SE Dixie Hwy, Stuart, FL 34996.

3. All animals must be in possession of, cared for, and trained by the exhibitor at least sixty (60) days prior

to the show.

4. All required health papers must be presented before entering the barn.

5. Registration or other proof of age of the animal must be presented at fair entry.

6. Animals will be delivered to the show barn between 10:00am and 12:00 Noon on Saturday, February 11,

2017. They will remain on exhibit until fair closing on Saturday, February 18, 2017.

7. Animals must be exhibited in their class by age. Each exhibitor must exhibit their own animal.

8. Each exhibitor will exhibit their animal in the show ring at the direction of the judge.

9. All dairy heifers must have a suitable halter and be double-tied in the barn with one rope on the neck,

and one rope on the halter. A proper show halter must be used to exhibit all cattle in the ring. All dairy

heifers must be halter-broke.

10. Classes are as follows:

Class I Junior Heifer Calf

Born between September 1, 2016 and October 31, 2016

Class II Intermediate Heifer Calf

Born between June 1, 2016 and August 31, 2016

Class III Senior Heifer Calf

Born between March 1, 2016 and May 31, 2016

Class IV Junior Yearling Calf

Born between September 1, 2015 and February 28, 2016

Class V Senior Yearling Calf

Born between March 1, 2015 and August 31, 2015

Class VI Junior Two-Year Old

Born between September 1, 2014 and February 28, 2015

Class VII Senior Two-Year Old

Born between March 1, 2014 and August 31, 2014

Class VIII Three-Year Old

Born between March 1, 2013 and February 28, 2014

Class IX Four-Years Old and Older

Born before March 1, 2013


Award: Premium:



Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00





NOTE: Dairy must have a health certificate. (See state requirements)


of your dairy heifers surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You


your area, your dairy heifer project and your conduct during the fair.

Record books are due when you arrive with your animal for entry.




required.

BEEF HEIFER RULES

Beef Dates:

Friday, December 2, 2016 Entry Forms (beef heifer) due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Beef Heifer Entries/Weigh-in 10:00am-12:00 Noon

Tuesday, February 14, 2017 Beef Heifer Show 7:00pm

Friday, February 17, 2017 Beef Heifer Showmanship 7:00pm

Rules:

1. Brucellosis Testing and Calf Hood Vaccinations: Each exhibitor must comply with the state and

federal law requirements. Please refer to the Rules of the State printed in the premium book.


to the show.





6. Animals must be exhibited in their class by age. Each exhibitor must exhibit their own animal.

7. Each exhibitor will exhibit their animal in the show ring at the direction of the judge.

8. All beef must have a suitable halter and be double-tied in the barn with one rope on the neck, and one

rope on the halter. A proper show halter must be used to exhibit all cattle in the ring. All beef must be

halter-broke.

9. Classes are as follows:

Class I Senior Heifer Calf

Born between January 1, 2016 and June 30, 2016

Class II Junior Yearling Calf

Born between July 1, 2015 and December 31, 2015

Class III Senior Yearling Calf


Class IV Junior Two-Year Old

Born between July 1, 2014 and December 31, 2014

Class IV Senior Two-Year Old



Award: Premium: Grand Champion Rosette + $35.00


Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00





BEEF HEIFER SALE - OPTIONAL:


2. If the heifer is bred, breed of sire is required along with certification from a licensed veterinarian

proving pregnancy and gestation.

3. To be eligible for the sale, heifer must weigh 650 lbs. at final weigh-in. The final weigh-in will

immediately follow the swine weigh-in on Saturday, February 11, 2017.

4. Exhibitors will have until 12:00 Noon at weigh-in on Saturday, February 17, 2017 to withdraw from the

sale. Heifers are auctioned as non-market for pasture/breeding purposes only.

5. Heifers will be sold by the pound.

NOTE: Beef Heifers must have a health certificate. (See state requirements)

** Exhibitors will be judged several times each day by a Livestock Committee Member on the appearance of

your beef heifers surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You should

act courteous to others and to the public. The Herdsman Award is based on how well you present your area,

your beef heifer project and your conduct during the fair.





required.

*** Exhibitor must check the appropriate box indicating that their beef heifer will go to sale.


BEEF AND DAIRY HEIFER ENTRY FORM

CHECK ONE (1) BELOW (one type per entry form):

Beef Heifer _____ Breed ____________________ D.O.B. __________ This will be my __________ year showing this type of animal.

Dairy Heifer _____ Breed ____________________ D.O.B. __________ This will be my __________year showing this type of animal.


School _________________________________________________________________________________ Grade _______________







All BEEF AND DAIRY entry forms must be received to the fair office by/before FRIDAY, December 2, 2016 by 5:00 PM. A non-refundable entry fee of $25.00 is required and must accompany this entry form.

I, the undersigned have read and understand the rules of the MCFA Youth Livestock Show and sale.

_____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________


I hereby certify that on this day, before me, an officer duly authorized in the state of Florida and in the County of Martin to take acknowledgement,

personally appeared ____________________ who is known to me and who did sign the acknowledgement above.

___________________________________________________ __________________


Please check if you are entering your beef heifer into the sale. ***

I understand that I have until 12:00 Noon on Saturday, February 18, 2017 to withdraw my beef heifer from the sale.

*THIS ENTRY DOES NOT GUARANTEE NOR OBLIGATE EXHIBITOR TO SHOW.


*** Exhibitor must check the appropriate box indicating that their beef heifer will go to sale.




required.

LAMB RULES

Lamb Dates: Friday, December 2, 201 Entry Forms (lamb) due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Lamb Entries 10:00am-12:00 Noon

Thursday, February 16, 2017 Shepherd’s Lead Show 7:00pm

Thursday, February 16, 2017 Lamb Show 7:30pm

Rules: 1. All animals must be in possession of, cared for, and trained by the exhibitor at least sixty (60) days prior

to the show.



4. Animals will be entered into the barn between 10:00am and 12:00 Noon on Saturday, February 11,


5. Each exhibitor is limited to one lamb pen unless space is available. May show up to three (3) lambs.

6. All lambs must be slick-shorn for the show and should be clipped prior to arrival at the fair.

7. The Danish system of judging will be used.


Award: Premium:

Grand Champion Market Lamb Rosette + $35.00

Grand Champion Breeding Ewe Rosette + $35.00

Reserve Champion Market Lamb Rosette + $30.00

Reserve Champion Breeding Ewe Rosette + $30.00

Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00



Junior Shepherd’s Lead Rosette

Senior Shepherd’s Lead Rosette



Shepherd’s Lead Class

Entries in this class are open to individuals entered in the Martin County Fair Youth Lamb Show.

1. The lambs used in this class should be conditioned, fitted and trained to show at halter.

2. An entry form submitted along with a short resume of activities and interests of the contestant and

description of the outfit to be worn must be submitted before the show.

3. The objective of this class is to present sheep in the most attractive manner, to improve the image of

the sheep show, and to give spectators a real opportunity to view well-groomed sheep being shown in

halter by attractively dressed contestants wearing wool garments.

4. Entrants may purchase or construct their own garment, which should consist of at least 70% wool,

exclusive of accessories. Entrants should select a garment which will be most attractive and which will

lend elegance to the class.

5. Entries will be judged on costume, poise, appearance (60%) and the control and presentation of their

lamb (40%). Class will be divided between junior and senior.

NOTE: Lambs must have a health certificate. (See state requirements)


of your lamb’s surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You


your area, your lamb project and your conduct during the fair.





required.

GOAT RULES

Goat Dates:

Friday, December 2, 2016 Entry Forms (goat) due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Goat Entries 10:00am-12:00 Noon

Thursday, February 15, 2017 Goat Show 7:00pm (or following Dairy Show if it is on the same day)

Rules:


to the show.





5. Each exhibitor is limited to one goat pen unless space is available. May show up to three (3) goats.

6. The Danish system of judging will be used.


Awards: Premium:



Blue Ribbon $35.00

Red Ribbon $30.00

White Ribbon $25.00





NOTE: Goats must have a health certificate. (See state requirements)


of you goat’s surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You should

act courteous to others and to the public. The Herdsman Award is based on how well you present your area,

your goat project and your conduct during the fair.





required.


LAMB AND GOAT ENTRY FORM

CHECK ONE (1) BELOW (one type per entry form):

Lamb _____ Goat _____ This will be my __________ year showing this type of animal.

Animal 1: Breed___________________________________ DOB___________________________________

Animal 2: Breed____________________________________ DOB___________________________________

Animal 3: Breed____________________________________ DOB___________________________________


School _________________________________________________________________________________ Grade _______________







All LAMB AND GOAT entry forms must be received to the fair office by/before FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2016 by 5:00 PM. A non-refundable entry fee of $25.00 is required and must accompany this entry form.

I, the undersigned have read and understand the rules of the MCFA Youth Livestock Show.

___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________




______________________________________________ _______________________


*THIS ENTRY DOES NOT GUARENTEE NOR OBLIGATE EXHIBITOR TO SHOW.





required.

RABBIT AND CAVY RULES

Friday, December 2, 2016 Entry Forms due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Rabbit and Cavy Entries 9:00am-11:00am

Sunday, February 12, 2017 Rabbit and Cavy Show 2:00pm

Rules:

1. All rabbit and cavies (guinea pigs) must be owned by the exhibitor at least two (2) months prior to the show.

2. Entries will be received between 9:00am and 11:00am on Saturday, February 11, 2017. Entries must be transported

in an appropriate, washable carrier.

3. Judging will be at 2:00pm on Sunday, February 12, 2017 in the arena. Each exhibitor must be present in order to

receive premiums.

4. The superintendent may refuse any rabbit or cavy that they feel should not be shown. Only healthy animals in good

condition will be accepted. (See state requirements)

5. Animals MUST remain on exhibit until 11:00pm on Saturday, February 18, 2017.

6. All rabbits and cavies will be judged on the ARBA System. Rabbits will be judged according to breed.

7. All barn and exhibitor rules apply to small animal exhibitors.

8. Each exhibitor is limited to five (5) total entries.

9. Rabbit awards will be made as follows:

Award: Premium:

Best of Show Trophy + $7.00

Best of Breed Trophy + $7.00

Blue Ribbon $8.00

Red Ribbon $7.00

White Ribbon $6.00

10. Cavy awards will be made as follows:

Award: Premium: Rabbit/ Cavy

Best of Class Trophy + $7.00 Junior Showmanship Trophy

Blue Ribbon $8.00 Senior Showmanship Trophy

Red Ribbon $7.00

White Ribbon $6.00

Anyone wishing to exhibit other small farm animals or exotics – as an Exhibition ONLY - should contact the fair office.

Exhibitor must provide appropriate cages for these exhibits.

** Exhibitors will be judged several times each day by a Livestock Committee Member on the appearance of you rabbit/cavy’s surrounding area.

All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You should act courteous to others and to the public. The Herdsman Award is

based on how well you present your area, your rabbit/cavy project and your conduct during the fair.





required.


RABBIT AND CAVY ENTRY FORM

CHECK ONE BELOW (one type per entry form):

Limited to five (5) total combined entries. Ex: Three (3) rabbits, two (2) cavies.

Rabbit _____ Cavy (Guinea Pig) _____ This will be my ________ year showing this type animal.

Animal 1: Breed_____________________________________ Male/Female_____






School _________________________________________________________________________________ Grade _______________







All RABBIT/CAVY entry forms must be received to the fair office by/before FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2016 by 5:00 PM. A non-refundable entry fee of $5.00 per animal is required and must accompany this entry form.


___________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________




______________________________________________ _________________________


*THIS ENTRY DOES NOT GUARANTEE NOR OBLIGATE THE EXHIBITOR TO SHOW.






required.

The proper breed MUST be noted.

The fair or 4-H office must be notified via

email by Friday, January 27, 2017 of any

changes.

POULTRY RULES

Friday, December 2, 2016 Entry Forms due to the fair office by 5:00pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Poultry Entries 9:00am-11:00am

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Poultry Show 3:00pm

Rules:

1. All poultry must be owned by the exhibitor at least two (2) months prior to the show.

2. Entries will be received between 9:00am and 11:00am on Saturday, February 11, 2017. Entries must be

transported in an appropriate, washable carrier.

3. Judging will be at 3:00pm on Saturday, February 11, 2017 in the small animal tent. Each exhibitor must

be present in order to receive premiums.

4. The superintendent may refuse any poultry that they feel should not be shown. Only healthy animals in

good condition will be accepted. (See state requirements)

5. Animals MUST remain on exhibit until 11:00pm on Saturday, February 18, 2017.

6. All poultry will be judged on the Danish System

7. All barn and exhibitor rules apply to small animal exhibitors.

8. Each exhibitor is limited to five (5) total entries.

9. Poultry awards will be made as follows:

Award: Premium:

Grand Champion Rooster Trophy + $7.00 Junior Showmanship Trophy

Grand Champion Hen Trophy + $7.00 Senior Showmanship Trophy

Reserve Champion Rooster Trophy + $6.00

Reserve Champion Hen Trophy + $6.00

Blue Ribbon $8.00

Red Ribbon $7.00

White Ribbon $6.00

NOTE: Exhibitors must provide appropriate ground cages for large poultry, exotics and waterfowl entries. Anyone wishing to exhibit other small farm animals or exotics – as an Exhibition ONLY - should contact the fair office.

Exhibitor must provide appropriate cages for these exhibits.

** Exhibitors will be judged several times each day by a Livestock Committee Member on the appearance of your poultry’s

surrounding area. All feces should be removed promptly and shavings replaced. You should act courteous to others and to the

public. The Herdsman Award is based on how well you present your area, your poultry project and your conduct during the fair.





required.


POULTRY ENTRY FORM

CHECK ONE BELOW (one type per entry form):

Limited to five (5) total combined entries. Ex: Three (3) chickens, two (2) ducks, one (1) turkey.

Chickens _____ Other Poultry_____ This will be my ________ year showing this type animal.

Animal 1: Breed__________________________________________________ Male/Female_____ Bantam/Standard__________






School _________________________________________________________________________________ Grade _______________







All POULTRY entry forms must be received to the fair office by/before FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2016 by 5:00 PM. A non-refundable entry fee of $5.00 per animal is required and must accompany this entry form.


_____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

Exhibitor Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature - REQUIRED Date



______________________________________________ _________________________


NOTE: Exhibitors must provide appropriate ground cages for large poultry/pairs, exotics and waterfowl entries.

*THIS ENTRY DOES NOT GUARANTEE NOR OBLIGATE THE EXHIBITOR TO SHOW.






required.

The proper breed MUST be noted.

The fair or 4-H office must be notified

via email by Friday, January 27, 2017

of any changes.