TO: Meade County 4-H & FFA Livestock Exhibitors FM: Deana K. Reed – CEA for 4-H Youth Development Educa�on Noel Pack – MCHS FFA Advisory RE: 2020 Meade County Livestock Shows and Auc�on DT: July 7, 2020 As you may already know, modifica�ons have been made to the Meade County fair week due to restric�ons and guidelines

with the COVID-19 pandemic. This leter is to inform you of some basic informa�on you will need to know as a 4-H or FFA livestock

show exhibitor and auc�on consignor.

Included with this leter is the 4-H Programming Guidelines During COVID-19 (general and livestock specific) document as

provided to us by the University of Kentucky, Coopera�ve Extension Service, 4-H Youth Development program. We advise that you

read through this document and make yourself familiar with these guidelines prior to your species show. You will also find a second

document that provides the same informa�on but in a visually-friendly way.

Noel and I created a brief video to share with our FFA & 4-H membership to explain the logis�cs of this year’s shows and

virtual auc�on. You can access that video using this link: htps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_WHX3TvL7c. In the video, you will

hear that pre-registra�on for all livestock shows and the virtual auc�on is required this year so that we can prepare documents for

contact tracing if needed in the future. The pre-registra�on process must be completed by each exhibitor. The deadline to

complete this pre-registra�on is Tuesday, July 14th. The informa�on gathered here will also aid us in helping to get each

consignor’s profile set up for the online auc�on set up for this year. The link to complete your pre-registra�on for shows and the

auc�on is: htps://uky.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e9tPAyngG4KSR3D. . NOTE: If you are showing breeding stock only, please

enter “breeding” in the box reques�ng the animal species for the auc�on. Market animal youth, who will also be showing breeding

stock, can inform us of that during check-in for each show.

We are very grateful to Barr Realty & Auc�on for assis�ng us in se�ng up and hos�ng the online auc�on this year. Please

send them a quick note of thanks when you get a chance!

Both of these links (video & pre-registra�on) have be shared with you on the REMIND app for easier access. We will also be

mailing this informa�on, along with the updated show and auc�on schedules for your convenience.

Please keep in mind that July 20th is s�ll 2 weeks away and changes could occur again depending on the status of COVID-19.

We are truly grateful that we are s�ll able to host the 4-H/FFA livestock shows and auc�on this year so that our members can

complete their projects.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to either Noel or myself if you have ques�ons or need clarifica�on on the modifica�ons

for this year’s livestock shows and auc�on.

Coopera�ve Extension Service Meade County 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg, KY 40108 (270) 422-4958 Fax: (270) 422-3773 htp://meade.ca.uky.edu

4-H Program Guidelines related to Covid-19

The following information has been provided to Extension staff who are conducting 4-H programs to ensure they are in line with state government, University of Kentucky, and Cooperative Extension guidelines. As we begin a phased resumption of programming in KY, please refer to the Extension their district director before resuming any programming in their county.

KY CES Corona Virus Resources: https://extension.ca.uky.edu/coronavirus-resources.

Kentucky Healthy At Work Guidelines: https://govstatus.egov.com/ky-healthy-at-work

Currently (June 15, 2020) extension meetings/programs should be conducted virtually if possible. This is our foremost option to protect the health of our employees, clientele, and communities.

Essential meetings can be held, in person, if social distancing, group size, room capacity, and disinfection guidelines are followed. Please consult with your district director to determine whether a meeting is considered essential. Flexibility is allowed with this interpretation (pending district director approval) in order to allow Extension Agents the room they need to conduct their county programs.

4-H Gatherings (General Guidelines for All Clubs/Activities/Events)

• Club meetings, activities, and events should be conducted virtually if possible. If they cannot be conducted virtually, they should be moved outdoors or into a large well-ventilated space.

• Make sure you are following all government and CES guidelines regarding personal protective equipment (PPE), cleaning and disinfection, and group size according to the most current re-opening plan. Consult with the district director if there are any questions.

• If an individual is sick, running a fever, or showing any signs linked to a Covid-19 infection they should stay home.

• If an individual has had recent, close contact with an individual with Covid-19 they should stay home and are prohibited from participation/coaching.

• Allow time and opportunity for frequent handwashing according to CDC guidelines. If this is not an option, access to hand sanitizer should be available to all participants and time allowed for frequent use.

• No meals, snacks, or other food items should be distributed. If appropriate, individuals can bring their own snacks and supplies.

• Reduce or eliminate the use of shared resources. If communal items are used, they must be disinfected after each individual uses the item.

• ALL INDIVIDUALS should have their name recorded using Extension sign in sheets or other approved methods of capturing information to ensure contact tracing if required.

• A volunteer or staff person should be designated to help maintain social distancing among participants, parents, and volunteers.

• Virtually train all volunteers or coaches prior to resuming meetings, practices, or competitions. This virtual training should clearly outline any requirements and is individualized by the county.

4-H Livestock Programs

4-H Livestock meetings and programs follow the general University of Kentucky guidelines for programming. These guidelines are also informed from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

General Guidelines for Livestock Programs

• See the General Guidelines for All Clubs above. • These General Guidelines for Livestock Programs remain in effect at all stages of the re-opening plan. • Follow all social distancing guidelines for participants. Spectators are not permitted at livestock

shows/sales. • It is suggested that you contact your county judge/executive and your local health department to discuss

your upcoming events and safety plan (this may or may not be required by our county). • Provide appropriate signage that outlines the requirements for social distancing, masking, and disinfecting

of equipment. • It is expected that all participants, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and

nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health or safety (or the health or safety of the participant). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible.

• Staff/Volunteers should focus their efforts on disinfection, cleaning and social distancing during the gathering. Create the expectation that all participants and spectators wear masks but current guidelines do not prevent participation in the event an individual chooses not to wear a mask. Staff and volunteers are required to wear a mask (except during specific times when safety requires the mask to be removed).

• Eliminate, to the greatest extent possible, travel outside of the community. Parents, to the greatest extent possible, should transport only their own children. The use of carpools or group transportation is discouraged.

• Volunteers who repeatedly fail to follow these guidelines will not be allowed to participate while Covid-19 related restrictions are in place. Participants or spectators who repeatedly fail to follow the guidelines outlined in this document may be asked to leave the event at the discretion of the agent (please consult with your district director before enforcing).

Effective June 15, 2020

Additional General Information

• Anyone with fever or Covid-19 symptoms in the last 24 hours should stay at home. • No facilities will be available for use (wash areas, pens, stalls, etc.). • Concessions and food sales are not permitted. • It is suggested that all animals come “show ready”. Last minute cleaning and preparation should take

place in the parking lot. • Only one adult is permitted to accompany a child into the show area/facility. There are no spectators. • Adults are required to wear a mask at all times when they are in the show area or arena. • Youth participants should wear a mask at all times except when in the show ring.

Facilities & Set Up

• There should be a single, well-marked, entry and single, well-marked, exit for access to the facility. Other entrances/exits should have signage indicating they are not available (but do not lock or place immovable barriers for safety reasons).

• Collect and prepare disinfection and cleaning equipment. This includes hand sanitizer, soap, disinfectant wipes, and waste containers.

• Place a table with pop up tent (if needed) at the designated entry point. Have hand sanitizer at the table for use as needed. Rosters should collect the following information for each person entering the show facility/area (this includes all volunteers, staff, youth participants, designated adults):

o Name o Date of Birth o Address o Phone Number o Arrival Time o Yes or No – Experiencing fever or other Covid-19 symptoms in the last 24 hours? o These rosters contain personally identifiable information and should be handled accordingly. They

should always be kept secure according to UK procedures for collecting and storing PII. • Set up hand washing or hand sanitizing stations at locations inside and outside the show facility. It is

suggested there be at least one at the entrance, exit, and inside the facility. • Place barriers and signage to indicate that the wash racks, pens, and other areas are not available for use. • During check in, weigh in, and the show you will need to sanitize all frequently touched surfaces at frequent

and regular intervals (preferably after each person). Designate one volunteer to open/close gates, doors, etc. to reduce the number of people touching surfaces.

• Use a PA system or other announcement system to share upcoming divisions to those waiting in the parking lot. It may be necessary to allow longer transitions times between classes to allow youth and their designated adult to bring the animal to the facility.

• Only the youth participant and the designated adult may enter the facility. They should wear a mask at all times except for when the youth participant is in the show ring. Other individuals need to wait in the parking lot.

• Discourage clustering and enforce a six-foot distance requirement when possible. • All individuals should leave as soon as their class or classes are completed, and they are free to depart. • At the conclusion of the event wipe down and disinfect all surfaces. • Keep the attendee rosters for contact tracing purposes if necessary.

Additional Information

Kentucky Department of Agriculture – Guidance for Livestock Shows (https://www.kyagr.com/ky-agnews/press-releases/2020/documents/Shows-Fairs-Guidance-COVID-19.pdf)

Meade County FairGuidance for Livestock Competitions and Events

The State of Emergency declared by Governor Andy Beshear on March 6, 2020 requires adjustments to the ways Kentuckians work, learn and enjoy recreational activities. The Meade County Extension Office, Meade County FFA and Meade County Fair Board are working together on guidance (modified from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture). Staff, participants, and the public alike must do their part in conducting a safe event, protecting exhibitors, spectators, and workers, and implementing recommendations to limit the spread of COVID-19 .

Before the Event

Evaluate the current COVID-19 status and understand local, state, and federal guidelines.

Pre-registration will be required. Registration confirmation will be emailed.

Complete most pre-show cleaning &

preparation at home or in parking lot.

Spectators will not be permitted.

Plan ahead in case postponing or cancelling is inevitable.

Those with any signs of illness

should stay home.

Use the COVID-19 symptom screening questions

provided by the CDC.

Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus including:● Cough● Shortness of breath● Fever

● Muscle pain● Chills● Sore throat

Wondering what to do during the event? Keep reading

Water will be available. Check with staff before show date on stall status.

● ●Diarrhea Vomiting

Face masks are recommended when social distancing is difficult to maintain.

Weigh scales, gates, railings and other frequently

touched surfaces will be sanitized as appropriate.

Do not congregate and maintain a 6ft distance,

including stalling/grooming, gate, and show areas.

All attendees will be required to sign

in at arrival. This will be provided to

local health department.

Provide handwashing and sanitation

stations throughout venue, especially at entrances and exits.

Sanitation Recommendations:● Clean all surfaces with warm,soapy water before disinfecting● Cleaning can remove up to90% of the pathogen

Recommended disinfectants: ● 1/3 C bleach to 1 gal water ratio,mixed fresh every 12 hours● Quaternary ammoniumcompound disinfectants (quats)● Phenolic disinfectants

Communicate and enforce new policies

with exhibitors and the public.

Meade County FairGuidance for Livestock Competitions and Events

Children and others not competing should stay at home.

Leave the event venue once finished

showing.

Single entry point into the show ring.

For more information

contact:

Masks can restrict vision if not adjusted properly. Use caution when

working around livestock and equipment.

Hand sanitizing stations will be

available inside and outside the show

area.

Deana K. Reed CEA for 4-H YDdeanakreed@uky.edu

During the

Event

Concessions and food sales not

permitted.

Noel PackMCHS - FFA Advisor

Noel.Pack@meade.kyschools.us

4-H/FFA Swine Show Monday, July 20, 2020

11:00 am, Livestock Arena

All classes open to Meade County 4-H/FFA Members only Superintendents: Fred L. Sipes (270) 668-2783, Stacy Sipes (502) 554-6076 Premiums: Blue $10, Red $7, White $5

Rules 1. The following modifications apply only for the 2020 Meade County 4-H/FFA Livestock Show in

response to COVID-19. These modifications align with guidelines established by or for the Meade County Fair Board, Meade County 4-H/Extension/University of Kentucky, Meade County FFA program and their respective administrations as well as the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

2. Exhibitor must PRE-REGISTER for show and auction participation. Instructions and link for pre-registration will be shared via REMIND lists and via home mailing. Registration WILL NOT be accepted the day of the show.

3. Animals can arrive at the fairgrounds between 7:00 am - 9:00 am; animals may not arrive before or after that time. Animals must arrive “show ready” and limit last minute cleaning and preparation.

4. Upon arrival, exhibitor and ONE designated adult must check in at the registration table to check in their animal and to receive entry wristbands. Rosters will be kept on file for contact tracing purposes. Only those who receive a wristband will be permitted to enter show area.

5. At this time, animals should remain on trailers until time to show, no pens will be available in the barn. This is subject to change – updates given at time of check-in.

6. It is expected that all exhibitors, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health and safety (or the health or safety of the exhibitor). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible. Exhibitors are permitted to remove their mask while in the show arena.

7. No wash racks will be available, but water sources will be available. 8. The exhibitor and their ONE designated adult must check out at the registration table prior to leaving the

fairgrounds within one hour of the conclusion of their respective show. 9. The local committee will exercise all reasonable precautions to prevent injuries or losses but will not be

responsible for mishaps, injuries, losses or deaths that may befall animals or people during this event. 10. Exhibitors are expected to treat their animals in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry and

display proper sportsmanship at all times. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of exhibitor if so recommended by the local show committee. Each local committee shall have the authority to interpret and enforce all rules.

11. All 4-H/FFA swine must be on the fairgrounds by 9:00 am, Monday, July 20, 2020. 12. Exhibitors will declare their animal’s weight during check-in; scales will be available as needed.

Swine must weigh 220-280 lbs. Classes will be divided after check-in. 4-H/FFA Showmanship

1. FFA Showmanship (Freshmen & Sophomores) Banner 2. FFA Showmanship (Juniors & Seniors) Banner 3. 4-H Junior Showmanship, age 9-11 Banner 4. 4-H Intermediate Showmanship, age 12-13 Banner 5. 4-H Senior Showmanship, age 14-19 Banner 6. All class winners will compete for 4-H/FFA Grand Showman $50 Cash Contributed by: JC Hilltop Farm 7. Cloverbud exhibitors, age 5-8 (open to Meade County youth only) Rosette

Cloverbud Market Class Ages 5-8, Meade County 4-H members, cannot be market animal Banners Contributed by: Jeremy Compton Family 4-H/FFA Market Hog Show (Barrows and Gilts)

1. FFA Lightweight 2. FFA Middleweight 3. FFA Heavyweight

FFA Champion Market Hog Banner FFA Reserve Champion Market Hog Banner

1. 4-H Lightweight 2. 4-H Middleweight 3. 4-H Heavyweight

4-H Champion Market Hog Banner 4-H Reserve Champion Market Hog Banner

4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Hog $150 Cash Contributed by: K & P Farms 4-H/FFA Reserve Grand Champion Market Hog $75 Cash

Contributed by: Nutrien Ag – Cecilia, Greg Thomas 4-H/FFA Premier Exhibitor Junior $20.00 Intermediate $20.00 Senior $20.00 Champion Premier Exhibitor $50.00 Cash Contributed by: FL Sipes Farms 4-H/FFA Swine Club Record Book Contest Prize: First $25.00, Second $15.00, Third $10.00 Contributed by: Mark Redmon Highlift Service

1. All Meade County 4-H/FFA members who exhibited a hog in the swine show are REQUIRED to enter.

2. Record Books must meet requirements specified by swine club leaders. 3. Final judging will take place in early fall.

4-H/FFA Swine Breeding Gilt Class Premiums: Lightweight: First $25, Second $20, Third $15, Fourth $10, Fifth $5 Heavyweight: First $25, Second $20, Third $15, Fourth $10, Fifth $5

1. Breeding gilt classes are open to 4-H/FFA members only. 2. Each exhibitor may show one hog in the class. 3. Gilts exhibiting in the breeding gilt division CANNOT be shown in the Market Hog Show. 4. Breeding gilts will be divided into weight classes after weigh-in. 5. An overall grand champion will be selected from the weight divisions.

Grand Champion Breeding Gilt $150 Cash Contributed by: K & P Farms Reserve Grand Champion Breeding Gilt $75 Cash Contributed by: The Cecilian Bank, Jeremy & Iris Stull

4-H/FFA Sheep Show Tuesday, July 21, 2020

11:00 a.m., Livestock Arena

All classes open to Meade County 4-H/FFA Members only Unless otherwise indicated all classes are: Market Lambs-Blue $10, Red $7, White $5 Superintendents: Angie Argabright, 270-668-4402, Ruth Ann Nash, 270-668-9218 and

Dana Moore, 270-945-4035

Rules

1. The following modifications apply only for the 2020 Meade County 4-H/FFA Livestock Show in response to COVID-19. These modifications align with guidelines established by or for the Meade County Fair Board, Meade County 4-H/Extension/University of Kentucky, Meade County FFA program and their respective administrations as well as the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

2. Exhibitor must PRE-REGISTER for show and auction participation. Instructions and link for pre-registration will be shared via REMIND lists and via home mailing. Registration WILL NOT be accepted the day of the show.

3. Animals can arrive at the fairgrounds between 7:00-9:00 am; animals may not arrive before or after that time. Animals must arrive “show ready” and limit last minute cleaning and preparation.

4. Upon arrival, exhibitor and ONE designated adult must check in at the registration table to check in their animal and to receive entry wristbands. Rosters will be kept on file for contact tracing purposes. Only those who receive a wristband will be permitted to enter show area.

5. At this time, animals should remain on trailers until time to show, no pens will be available in the barn. This is subject to change – updates given at time of check-in.

6. It is expected that all exhibitors, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health and safety (or the health or safety of the exhibitor). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible. Exhibitors are permitted to remove their mask while in the show arena.

7. No wash racks will be available, but water sources will be available. 8. The exhibitor and their ONE designated adult must check out at the registration table prior to leaving the

fairgrounds within one hour of the conclusion of their respective show. 9. The local committee will exercise all reasonable precautions to prevent injuries or losses but will not be

responsible for mishaps, injuries, losses or deaths that may befall animals or people during this event. 10. Exhibitors are expected to treat their animals in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry and

display proper sportsmanship at all times. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of exhibitor if so recommended by the local show committee. Each local committee shall have the authority to interpret and enforce all rules.

11. All 4-H and FFA lambs must be on the fairgrounds by 9:00 am, Tuesday, July 21, 2020, and ready for weigh-in. Exhibitors will weigh animals in the order that they arrive at the fairgrounds. They will be called to the scales at their designated time; forming a line for weigh-in is not permitted this year.

12. Market Lamb classes will be broken down after final weigh-in. 13. This show is open to 4-H and FFA members engaged in the Meade County lamb project. 14. Exhibitors may enter purebred and grade ewe and wether lambs. Induced cryptorchids, short

scrotum lambs and ram lambs may not be shown. 15. All lambs must be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary examination. 16. All lambs must be owned by member and tagged at earlier tag-in date. 17. Lambs will be shown by weight. Weight ranges 75 lbs. or above. 18. Lambs must be docked and clean castrated, and the animal must be slick above the knee and hock

(1/4 inch or less).

MARKET LAMB SHOW

FFA Showmanship Senior Showmanship (Juniors, Seniors and FFA members under 22) Banner Junior Showmanship (Freshmen and Sophomores) Banner 4-H Showmanship Senior Showmanship (14 to 18) Banner Intermediate Showmanship (12-13) Banner Junior Showmanship (9-11) Banner All class winners will compete for Showmanship Grand Champion $100 Showmanship Reserve Grand Champion $ 50 Contributed by: Outdoor Specialties and Doe Run Federal Credit Union 4-H Cloverbud Showmanship (5-8 Meade County Youth Only) Rosette

FFA Market Lambs – Class broken after weigh-in Champion FFA Market Lamb Banner Reserve Champion FFA Market Lamb Banner

4-H Market Lambs – Class broken after weigh-in Champion 4-H Market Lamb Banner Reserve Champion 4-H Market Lamb Banner

4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Lamb Banner 4-H/FFA Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb Banner 4-H/FFA Sheep Club Premier Exhibitor Junior $10 Intermediate $10 Senior $10 Grand Champion Premier Exhibitor $25 and Plaque Contributed by: Bruce & Angie Argabright

4-H/FFA Sheep Club Record Book Contest Contributed by: Meade County Messenger Prize: 1st $50; 2nd $25; 3rd $15; 4th $10

1. All Meade County 4-H/FFA members who exhibit a market lamb are required to enter. 2. Record books must meet requirements specified by sheep club leader. 3. Final judging will take place early fall.

4-H/FFA Goat Show Tuesday, July 21, 2020, Livestock Arena

Immediately following 4-H/FFA Sheep Show with time allotted between the shows to sanitize the area.

All classes open to Meade County 4-H/FFA Members only Superintendent: Stephanie Lee 270-668-9323 Premiums: Blue $10, Red $7, White $5

Rules

1. The following modifications apply only for the 2020 Meade County 4-H/FFA Livestock Show in response to COVID-19. These modifications align with guidelines established by or for the Meade County Fair Board, Meade County 4-H/Extension/University of Kentucky, Meade County FFA program and their respective administrations as well as the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

2. Exhibitor must PRE-REGISTER for show and auction participation. Instructions and link for pre-registration will be shared via REMIND lists and via home mailing. Registration WILL NOT be accepted the day of the show.

3. Animals can arrive at the fairgrounds between 7:00-9:00 am; animals may not arrive before or after that time. Animals must arrive “show ready” and limit last minute cleaning and preparation.

4. Upon arrival, exhibitor and ONE designated adult must check in at the registration table to check in their animal and to receive entry wristbands. Rosters will be kept on file for contact tracing purposes. Only those who receive a wristband will be permitted to enter show area.

5. At this time, animals should remain on trailers until time to show, no pens will be available in the barn. This is subject to change – updates given at time of check-in.

6. It is expected that all exhibitors, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health and safety (or the health or safety of the exhibitor). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible. Exhibitors are permitted to remove their mask while in the show arena.

7. No wash racks will be available, but water sources will be available. 8. The exhibitor and their ONE designated adult must check out at the registration table prior to leaving the

fairgrounds within one hour of the conclusion of their respective show. 9. The local committee will exercise all reasonable precautions to prevent injuries or losses but will not be

responsible for mishaps, injuries, losses or deaths that may befall animals or people during this event. 10. Exhibitors are expected to treat their animals in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry and

display proper sportsmanship at all times. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of exhibitor if so recommended by the local show committee. Each local committee shall have the authority to interpret and enforce all rules.

11. Exhibitors must abide by the general rules for the fair and livestock. 12. All 4-H and FFA Goats must be on the fairgrounds by 9:00 am, Tuesday, July 21, 2020, and ready

for weigh-in. Exhibitors will weigh animals in the order that they arrive at the fairgrounds. They will be called to the scales at their designated time; forming a line for weigh-in in not permitted this year.

13. This show is open to 4-H and FFA members engaged in the Meade County goat project. 14. Animals must have an approved health certificate. Any OBVIOUSLY UNHEALTHY animal may result

in the entire herd’s disqualification from the show, subject to the ruling of the show committee and/or the official veterinarians.

15. Goats shown must be tipped to at least ½ inch or disbudded, regardless of child’s age. 16. Age of animals will be computed from July 21, 2020. 17. Goats will be shown by weight. Weight ranges 40 lbs. or above. 18. Entries in the Market Goat Division must still have their milk teeth. 19. Show management reserves the right to cancel, combine or split classes as necessary. 20. Exhibitors are responsible for bringing their own feed/water buckets.

21. Females cannot be entered in both breeding and marketing classes. 22. Goats shown in showmanship must be tagged in the person’s name that is showing unless they are a

Cloverbud.

MARKET GOAT SHOW

4-H/FFA Showmanship FFA Showmanship Senior Showmanship (Juniors, Senior) Banner Junior Showmanship (Freshmen and Sophomores) Banner 4-H Showmanship Senior Showmanship (14 to 18) Banner Intermediate Showmanship (12-13) Banner Junior Showmanship (9-11) Banner 4-H/FFA Grand Showman $25 Contributed by: Dean Lee, CFM 4-H Cloverbud Showmanship (5-8 Meade County Youth Only) Rosette Market Wether or Doe FFA 1. Lightweight 2. Middleweight 3. Heavyweight FFA Champion Market Goat Banner FFA Reserve Champion Market Goat Banner

4-H 1. Lightweight 2. Middleweight 3. Heavyweight 4-H Champion Market Goat Banner 4-H Reserve Champion Market Goat Banner

4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Goat Banner Contributed by: Meade County Bank $100 4-H/FFA Reserve Grand Champion Market Goat Banner Contributed by: Meade – Breck Goat Producers $50

4-H/FFA Goat Club Premier Exhibitor Junior $10 Intermediate $10 Senior $10 Grand Champion Premier Exhibitor $25 and Chair Contributed by: Meade - Breck Goat Producers

4-H/FFA Goat Club Record Book Contest Prize: 1st $25; 2nd $15; 3rd $10 Contributed by: Dean Lee, CFM

1. All Meade County 4-H/FFA members who exhibit a market goat are required to enter. 2. Record books must meet requirements specified by goat club leader. 3. Final judging will take place early fall.

4-H/FFA Beef Show Wednesday, July 22, 2020, 11:00 am, Livestock Arena

All classes open to Meade County 4-H/FFA Members only Will Follow 4-H/FFA Club Rules Superintendents: Laura Gayle Stith, 270-668-4996 and David Hobbs, 270-828-5521 Unless otherwise indicated all classes are: Blue $15, Red $10, White $7

Rules

1. The following modifications apply only for the 2020 Meade County 4-H/FFA Livestock Show in response to COVID-19. These modifications align with guidelines established by or for the Meade County Fair Board, Meade County 4-H/Extension/University of Kentucky, Meade County FFA program and their respective administrations as well as the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

2. Exhibitor must PRE-REGISTER for show and auction participation. Instructions and link for pre-registration will be shared via REMIND lists and via home mailing. Registration WILL NOT be accepted the day of the show.

3. Animals can arrive at the fairgrounds between 7:00 am - 9:00 am; animals may not arrive before or after that time. Animals must arrive “show ready” and limit last minute cleaning and preparation.

4. Upon arrival, exhibitor and ONE designated adult must check in at the registration table to check in their animal and to receive entry wristbands. Rosters will be kept on file for contact tracing purposes. Only those who receive a wristband will be permitted to enter show area.

5. At this time, animals should remain on trailers until time to show, no pens will be available in the barn. This is subject to change – updates given at time of check-in.

6. It is expected that all exhibitors, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health and safety (or the health or safety of the exhibitor). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible. Exhibitors are permitted to remove their mask while in the show arena.

7. No wash racks will be available, but water sources will be available. 8. The exhibitor and their ONE designated adult must check out at the registration table prior to leaving the

fairgrounds within one hour of the conclusion of their respective show. 9. The local committee will exercise all reasonable precautions to prevent injuries or losses but will not be

responsible for mishaps, injuries, losses or deaths that may befall animals or people during this event. 10. Exhibitors are expected to treat their animals in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry and

display proper sportsmanship at all times. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of exhibitor if so recommended by the local show committee. Each local committee shall have the authority to interpret and enforce all rules.

11. Using coloring agents to alter the natural color of an animal is not allowed. 12. Market Beef animals must be owned by exhibitor, be 100% beef blood, weigh a minimum of 900 lbs.

and a maximum of 1400 lbs. (+4% variance) at fair time and must be tagged at official validation site by the initial weigh-in date. If any Market Beef animal is over/under the weight limits, that Market Beef animal will be disqualified from the youth auction but not from showing.

13. Exhibitors will weigh animals in the order that they arrive at the fairgrounds. They will be called to the scales at their designated time; forming a line for weigh-in is not permitted this year.

14. Market Heifers and Market Steers will show in the same weight classes. 15. There will be no Novice or Clover Bud class.

4-H/FFA Showmanship Classes

1. FFA Showmanship (Freshmen & Sophomores) $25/Banner 2. FFA Showmanship (Juniors & Seniors) $25/Banner

3. 4-H Junior Showmanship, age 9-11 $25/Banner 4. 4-H Intermediate Showmanship, age 12-13 $25/Banner 5. 4-H Senior Showmanship, age 14-19 $25/Banner Contributed by: Don Hayes Angus Farm and Meade Stock Farm 6. Grand FFA Showman $50 Contributed by: Dennis Farmer in memory of Harry Mills 7. Grand 4-H Showman $50 Contributed by: Dennis Farmer in memory of Harry Mills 8. Supreme 4-H/FFA Showman $100 Contributed by: Dennis Farmer in memory of Harry Mills

4-H/FFA Market Beef Classes

1. FFA Lightweight 2. FFA Middleweight 3. FFA Heavyweight

FFA Champion Market Beef Rosette/Banner (All first place market animals must be led into ring to compete)

FFA Reserve Champion Market Beef Rosette/Banner (All first place market animals and second place winner in class that produced champion beef)

1. 4-H Lightweight 2. 4-H Middleweight 3. 4-H Heavyweight

4-H Champion Market Beef Rosette/Banner (All first place market animals must be led into ring to compete)

4-H Reserve Champion Market Beef Rosette/Banner (All first place market animals and second place winner in class that produced champion beef)

4-H/FFA Grand Champion Market Beef $70 Cash/Banner Contributed by: Joe & Marcella Barger, Barger Farms 4-H/FFA Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef $30 Cash/Banner

Contributed by: Joe & Marcella Barger, Barger Farms

1. Best Meade County Market Beef $250 Cash (1/2 to Champion, remainder divided to other entries)

Contributed by: David & Mandy Hobbs and Jamie & Jean Barger, Barger Farms 4-H/FFA Premier Exhibitor Junior $10.00 Intermediate $10.00 Senior $10.00 Champion Premier Exhibitor $25 and Chair Contributed by: David & Mandy Hobbs 4-H/FFA Beef Club Record Book Contest Prize: First $50.00, Second $25.00, Third $10.00 Contributed by: Meade County Cattlemen’s Association

1. All Meade County 4-H/FFA members who exhibited a market beef in the beef show are REQUIRED to enter.

2. Record Books must meet requirements specified by beef club leaders. 3. Final judging will take place in early fall.

4-H/FFA Beef Breeding Stock Show Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Immediately after Market Beef Show

All classes open to Meade County 4-H/FFA Members only Superintendents: Laura Gayle Stith, 270-668-4996 and David Hobbs, 270-828-5521 Unless otherwise indicated all classes are: Blue $15, Red $10, White $7

BREEDING STOCK SHOW

Breed classes are: Commercial, Angus, Hereford, Shorthorn, %AOB and AOB Divisions All breed champions will compete for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion

1. Junior Heifer Calf 2. Winter Heifer Calf 3. Senior Heifer Calf 4. Late Summer Yearling Heifer 5. Early Summer Yearling Heifer 6. Spring Yearling Heifers 7. Junior Yearling Heifers 8. Senior Yearling Heifers Champion Heifer (all first place winners must be led into ring to compete) Rosette Reserve Champion Heifer Rosette

(all first place winners and second place in class that produced champion)

Grand Champion Heifer Trophy & $100 Cash Contributed by: Meade County Bank

Reserve Grand Champion Heifer Trophy & $50 Cash Contributed by: Meade County Bank

Champion Meade County Bred and Owned Heifer $100 Cash Contributed by: Mills Triple A Angus, Meade Stock Farm, Stith’s Big D Angus and Oak Ridge Angus, Kenny & Becky Haught

Reserve Champion Meade County Bred and Owned Heifer $75 Cash Contributed by: Mills Triple A Angus, Meade Stock Farm, Stith’s Big D Angus and Oak Ridge Angus, Kenny & Becky Haught

9. Cow-Calf Pair (Cow at any age with nursing calf at side) Trophy/Rosette 10. Junior Bull Calves 11. Senior Bull Calves 12. Summer Yearling Bulls 13. Junior Yearling Bulls 14. Senior Yearling Bulls 15. Two Year Old Bulls 16. Other Age Bulls

Grand Champion Bull (all first place winners must be led into ring to compete) Trophy/Rosette Reserve Grand Champion Bull Rosette (all first place class winners and second place in class that produced Grand Champion Bull)

Champion Bred & Owned Bull (must be bred, born and owned by exhibitor) Rosette Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Bull Rosette

RULES

1. The following modifications apply only for the 2020 Meade County 4-H/FFA Livestock Show in response to COVID-19. These modifications align with guidelines established by or for the Meade County Fair Board, Meade County 4-H/Extension/University of Kentucky, Meade County FFA program and their respective administrations as well as the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s “Guidance for Livestock Shows” – Shows & Fairs Division.

2. Exhibitor must PRE-REGISTER for show and auction participation. Instructions and link for pre-registration will be shared via REMIND lists and via home mailing. Registration WILL NOT be accepted the day of the show.

3. Animals can arrive at the fairgrounds between 7:00 am - 9:00 am; animals may not arrive before or after that time. Animals must arrive “show ready” and limit last minute cleaning and preparation.

4. Upon arrival, exhibitor and ONE designated adult must check in at the registration table to check in their animal and to receive entry wristbands. Rosters will be kept on file for contact tracing purposes. Only those who receive a wristband will be permitted to enter show area.

5. At this time, animals should remain on trailers until time to show, no pens will be available in the barn. This is subject to change – updates given at time of check-in.

6. It is expected that all exhibitors, attendees, volunteers and staff always wear a mask over their mouth and nose unless doing so would represent a serious risk to their health and safety (or the health or safety of the exhibitor). During this time the mask may be pulled down or removed but should be put back into place as soon as possible. Exhibitors are permitted to remove their mask while in the show arena.

7. No wash racks will be available, but water sources will be available. 8. The exhibitor and their ONE designated adult must check out at the registration table prior to leaving the

fairgrounds within one hour of the conclusion of their respective show. 9. The local committee will exercise all reasonable precautions to prevent injuries or losses but will not be

responsible for mishaps, injuries, losses or deaths that may befall animals or people during this event. 10. Exhibitors are expected to treat their animals in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry and

display proper sportsmanship at all times. Failure to comply may result in disqualification of exhibitor if so recommended by the local show committee. Each local committee shall have the authority to interpret and enforce all rules.

MEADE COUNTY FAIR 4-H FFA/YOUTH AUCTION Virtual Auction Format – Starts Tuesday, July 21, 2020, Ends Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Revised: July 2020

Consignor Regulations

1. Market animals must be owned by the 4-H or FFA member and tagged with RFID tag. In the event of a lost tag, exhibitor must contact their FFA Advisor or Extension Office to receive instructions on re-tagging.

2. 4-H and FFA members can only sell through their senior year in high school. Each 4-H or FFA member can only

sell one market animal per year.

3. Market animals must meet weight requirements as listed below upon arrival at the Meade County Fair. a. Swine - 220-280 lbs., Market Beef - 900-1400 lbs., Lambs - 75 lbs. min., Goats - 40 lbs. min.

4. Consignor must have pre-registered for show and auction using link provided. Exhibitors will have to

declare their auction animal at the time of show and auction pre-registration.

5. If an exhibitor is in BOTH 4-H and FFA, he/she must show in the program area (FFA/4-H) that is identified at the tagging (ex. if your form is signed by an FFA advisor, you show FFA).

6. Each market animal that sells must show in its respective show. Example: market hogs must show in market hog

show, etc.

7. A selling fee will be charged to help pay for advertising. The fees are as follows: Swine 3%, Lambs 5%, Beef 2%, Goats 5%.

8. Market animals will be auctioned by the head, NOT by the pound. Exhibitor will retain possession of

animal after the virtual auction.

9. Any disputes or final decisions concerning the sale will be addressed and settled by the Meade County Fair 4-H/FFA Youth Auction Committee.

10. Auction check must be cashed by December 31, 2020, or it will be forfeited back to the Meade County Fair 4-H/FFA Youth Auction Committee account.

THERE IS NO GUARANTEE ALL ANIMALS WILL BE SOLD.

The following items are 4-H/FFA Educational Requirements and must be completed by the stated deadlines in order to receive auction check:

1. THANK YOU CARDS – All exhibitors are required to send thank you cards to the buyer(s) of their animal. After the fair, thank you cards are to be completed and returned to the Extension office. Thank you cards must be submitted to the Extension office by August 31, 2020.

2. RECORD BOOKS – All livestock record books are due OCTOBER 30, 2020. Record books turned in after the OCTOBER 30 deadline will result in the exhibitor forfeiting their auction check.

3. SKILL-A-THON - The county skill-a-thon is MANDATORY for all auction participants. If you do not participate in the skill-a-thon, YOU DO NOT SELL IN THE AUCTION. You will receive notice when the dates have been determined.

4. EDUCATIONAL HOURS – Exhibitors must receive six hours of education in animal science from a certified livestock volunteer. If an exhibitor shows more than one species, the education requirement of six hours is to be equally dispersed between the total number of animal projects they are completing (ex. If you show a beef animal and lamb, you will need three hours in beef and three hours in lamb). Exhibitors must attend all mandatory meetings for each species. Exhibitors who show more than one species will have to declare their auction animal at the time of pre-registration.

MEADE COUNTY FAIR 4-H FFA/YOUTH AUCTION

Tuesday, July 21 - Wednesday, July 22, 2020 Virtual Auction Format

BUYER REGULATIONS

• The sale is open to the public.

• Each exhibitor’s animal will be offered by online auction. The winning bidder will be donating the dollar amount they bid. All exhibitors will appear in one catalog.

• Online information can be accessed on www.BarrRealtyAuction.com. Refer to “How to Register for Online Auction” information below.

• Bidding will open on Tuesday, July 21, 2020. Specific time TBA – check Barr Realty & Auction

website for updates. • The bidding will begin to end on Wednesday, July 22 at 5:00 PM EDT. • The bidding on all lots will remain open until all bidding has ended (by utilizing 2-minute bid

extending. ie: If a bid is placed at 4:59 PM, the bid time will extend until 5:01 PM. The extending will continue until no bids have been placed for 2 minutes). This will also allow a bidder that is outbid on an animal after 5:00 PM the opportunity to bid on other animals if she or he does not win the bid on their first choice.

• Market animals will sell by the head, not by the pound. ie: $200, $225, $250 not $1.00, $1.25, $1.50. • There will not be a ceiling price for any animal. • The catalog lots will be listed alphabetically by exhibitor’s last name to allow ease of finding a

particular exhibitor. • The Grand and Reserve Champions of each class will be moved to the top of the catalog on Wednesday,

July 22. • Exhibitors will retain possession of their animal.

• All buyers will be invoiced after the conclusion of the virtual auction.

• Any announcement made day of the sale will take precedence over printed materials.

• Any disputes or final decision concerning the sale will be addressed and settled by the Meade County

Fair 4-H/FFA Youth Auction Committee.

How to Register for Online Auctions

Step 1: Go to www.BarrRealtyAuction.com

Step 2: Click box on left for auctions.

Step 3: In the upper right corner click “Create Account”

Step 4: Complete the online form

Create your own username and password.

It is not required to input a tax ID number.

We do not accept credit cards. It is not a requirement for our registration. Select

None.

Check the small box agreeing to the terms.

Be sure to write down your username and password.

Click Submit

You will be directed to our auction website page.

Select the auction you wish to bid on.

Click the “View & Place bids Here” button to view all the items in the catalog.

Click the “Register to Bid” button. Accept the terms for this auction (must be done for

each auction).

Happy Bidding!