Market Goats

• Supervisors
• Prizes
• Entry Fee
• Special Rules & Guidelines
• Divisions
• Enter Your Work

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Arrival

Monday, February 219
8 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Weigh-In

Tuesday, February 20
10:00 a.m.

Livestock Barn #4

Judging 4-H then FFA

Wednesday, February 21
8 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

1. Awards and Ribbons will be awarded to the Master Showman in each division.
2. First-place winner in all showmanship divisions will compete for Master Showman.
3. Contestants will not show their own animals.
4. Contestants are required to wear the uniform of the organization they represent.
5. Minis do not compete.
6. Contestants will report to the show ring for check-in at 3:30 pm Friday, February 23.

1. Market goats must show kid teeth.
2. After Weigh-in, market goats will be classified according to weight for judging purposes.
3. If animals grade for auction, the maximum pay weight will be adjusted to 120 pounds.
4. No muzzles allowed.
5. Must be castrated and show signs of dehorning.
6. DANISH SYSTEM OF JUDGING
7. U.S.D.A. CHEVON GRADES:

• MARKET READY: USDA Prime or Choice quality with 12th rib back fat range .08-.12 most desirable, .13-.22 back fat acceptable, an average of greater conformation and cutability.
• NOT MARKET READY: Good or lower quality grade with 12th rib back fat range <.08 or >.22: under-finished goats grading USDA good or lower, below average conformation or cut ability.

1. Enter at ringside.
2. Any age, sex, or breed was previously shown as individuals in either breeding or market divisions – a combination of the breeding & market divisions will not be eligible.
3. Groups must be owned and shown by members of one club or chapter with not more than one animal owned and shown by any one member.
4. Each club or chapter is limited to one (1) entry.

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750: 4-H Market Goat

751: FFA Market Goat

Class

1. Market Goat – 70 pounds and up

Feeder Goat

Class

1. Feeder Goat – up to 69 pounds

Club/Chapter Group

Class

1. FFA - Group of three (3) Market Goats
2. 4-H - Group of three (3) Market Goats

Market/Breeding Goat Showmanship Contest

1. Minis – 5-8 years
2. 4-H Basic – 5th Grade & under –9 years or older
3. 4-H Junior – 6th thru 8th Grade
4. 4-H Senior – 9th Grade & above
5. FFA Novice – 1st year FFA showman who has not shown prior to Sept. 2023
6. FFA Advanced

Carefully review this guide as it contains all of the applicable information regarding the exact rules and deadlines for this specific category, ensuring you are entering the correct classes in advance. When you submit your entry online you are agreeing that you understand the rules and regulations.

SHOWORKS

All entries must be made online through ShoWorks. If you plan to make changes to your entries or need to leave ShoWorks at any time - SAVE YOUR CART before exiting out. Once you select PAY NOW your entry will be submitted and you will not be able to make changes to your cart online. Those needing assistance with online entries can visit the Main Office Wednesday, January 24, 2024 to Friday, January 26, 2024 10:00am - 5:00pm and Saturday, January 27 9:00am - 3:00pm. The Main Office is located in the Shalimar building at Gate 4 on

PAYMENT

Online credit card payments are the only method to enter your exhibit and are due upon entry. Cash or check payments will not be accepted.

LAST DAY TO ENTER

SUNDAY, JANUARY 28