Livestock Exhibits

Thank you for your interest in The Big Fresno Fair's Livestock Competitive Exhibits that in collaboration with regional 4-H and FFA programs help to shape tomorrow’s leaders with the hard work and dedication necessary to raise these animal projects. Below is information regarding showing at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair, including new requirements and rules.

Questions? Please contact Terri O'Leary-Collins at (559) 453-6890.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

4/7/22 | Livestock Zoom Meeting (AUDIO)

2/8/22 | Zoom Livestock Meeting (VIDEO)

NEW Livestock Committee Opportunities - Bottom of Page

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Forms & Information

2022 Livestock Competitive Exhibits Handbook
Small/Large Animal Independent Exhibitor - Intent to Exhibit
Independent Exhibitor - Intent to Exhibit Form
Dairy Replacement Heifer Contract
Dairy Replacement Dairy Doe Contract
Dairy Prospect Heifer Contract
Buyer Add-On/Top Off Form

Exhibitor Wristband Advance Order Form
2022 Champions of Excellence Scholarship Form
2022 Ethics & Code of Conduct Form
2022 Boele and Gragnani Scholarships Form - Details Coming Soon
2022 Credential Request Form

Livestock Online Entry

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YQCA Requirements

All youth livestock program participants are now required to obtain annual certification from the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) program. This requirement is mandated by the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) and the Division of Fairs & Expositions (F&E). Click here for more details.

Thank you for your interest in The Big Fresno Fair's Competitive Exhibits. Questions? Please call the Exhibits Office at (559) 453-6890.

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NEW Livestock Committees

Attention, we need your help! New this year, we are launching Livestock committees for each of the specific species shown at the 2022 Big Fresno Fair. Below is a description of each committee, then a link to the form that needs to be filled out. Committee volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.

Livestock Operations Committee (Species Specific)

1. Assist Livestock Superintendent with keeping all shows current

• Local Rules
• Breeding dates
• Keeping classes and breeds with current with changing standards
• Helping with class structure

2. Assist with show ring set up

3. Assist in proofing all book changes and dates

4. Assist in finding sponsors for awards

5. Must read current CDFA state rules

6. Must work in the best interest of the Fair and its exhibitors

7. Must be willing to volunteer (non-paid).

8. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in an outdoor setting with dust, dirt, hay, etc. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Activities Committee

1. Assist with Exhibitor Activities

2. Help plan and coordinate the fun and educational events for Exhibitors such as but not limited to:

• Barn Olympics
• Round Robin
• Lads & Ladies Lead
• Beaus & Bells

3. Special Events

4. Must read current CDFA state rules

5. Must work in the best interest of the Fair and its exhibitors

6. Must be willing to volunteer (non-paid).

7. Must be able to work in an outdoor setting with dust, dirt, hay, etc. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Auction Committee

1. Assist Superintendent with Auction Activities

2. Assist in set up of all auctions.

3. Assist with the JLA Planning and Projects for improvements needed in the Barn

4. Keep accurate account of JLA oversight account

5. Assist in planning and coordinating the auction

6. Giving ideas how to improve the auction

7. Must read current CDFA state rules

8. Must work in the best interest of the Fair and its exhibitors

9. Must be willing to volunteer (non-paid).

10. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and work in an outdoor setting with dust, dirt, hay, etc. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

COMMITTEE APPLICATION