Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest

Change in 2022 – Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest Moves

It is time for change in 2022 and we are moving the state qualifying contest from Puyallup in September to the Grant County Fair Grounds the end of June. We are committed to making this event the cornerstone for recognition that youth deserve in Washington State 4-H.

When:

Saturday, June 25, 2022. Although it is a challenge to identify the perfect date, the 25^th of June seemed to be the one with the least amount of conflicts when communicating with the Grant County Fair Grounds, partner youth organizations such as FFA where 4-H members might have dual enrollment and with Extension professionals and volunteers that will be instrumental in executing the contest.  The early contest date will also position teams to participate in other county regional fair contests and events as they prepare for their national trips in the fall and early winter.

Where: 

Ardell Pavilion, Grant County Fair Grounds, Moses Lake, WA. As a central location in Washington State, Grant county offers access to quality and quantity of livestock.  The contest committee feels confident that this contest will be the best Washington 4-H has hosted. Additionally, this location offers ease of access for Washington 4-H members, coaches, volunteers, and those who want to come and support the efforts of our youth.

Why:

Washington 4-H is hoping to elevate the exposure of livestock judging teams on the national stage.  In order to do this we are creating an opportunity for local teams to participate in a national contest as a county team.  Those team members are coached together by the same person or possibly a team of volunteers that will help guide them to success.  In 2022 the transition offers the top 3 Senior teams’ eligibility to compete at national and regional contests representing Washington 4-H. With the contest positioned earlier in the year teams, will have more opportunities to engage in fundraising campaigns and local support to facilitate this travel.

For information please go to our website:https://extension.wsu.edu/4h/events/ and you will be able to access information on June 25^th on this statewide calendar.  This is where you will find the “Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging Contest – Rules and Guidelines” pdf as well as the “Washington 4-H State Livestock Judging – National Contest Team Travel” pdf and the “Schedule” for the day.  We are in the process of finalizing the entry form which once is complete we will post and also send out in Tuesday news.  Again the Extension office will be required to be signed by your county Extension professional. There will be more information and reminders in Tuesday news on the Washington 4-H website. If there questions that go beyond these two documents and the schedule, feel free to contact Paul Kuber at pskuber@wsu.edu or 509-477-2185.