Livestock General
Can I bring more than one animal per Market/Premium Show? For example, can I bring 2 sheep, 2 steers, 2 pigs, etc?
NO. The only livestock which can bring more than one entry are Breeding Heifers and Breeding Rabbits. All others, the exhibitor can only bring 1 project entry. For Steers in 2024, the exhibitor can enter 1 steer in the Premium Show and a different Steer in the Prospect Show. These shows compete for a money award and there's only 1 entry allowed per show. Of course, excluded in this is Broilers and Market Rabbits where each entry consists of 3 animals as a set.
What breeds of Sheep are allowed?
The sheep will be classed by Breed in 2024. Breeds are fine wool, fine wool cross, southdown, dorper, medium wool. Overall they compete for Grand and Reserve.
What breeds of Goats are allowed?
Goats should be a Boer meat goat. Boer goats are obtained from market wether genetics (preferred) or registered breeding Boer goat programs (different style and purpose).
Why are we using the "State Fair Tags"?
The fair is using the State Validation Program operated by Texas A&M Agrilife Extension. Multiple shows use the Texas validation program including many county fairs.
Livestock Premiums / Freezer Sale / Add Ons
Will there be an Add-On table at the Fair?
Yes. Add-Ons will be available at the Add On/ Freezer Table. Add-Ons allow anyone to contribute funds to specific exhibitors by name. There will be a deduction of 10% which goes towards supporting the Harris County Fair and Rodeo for future years.
Is there an Auction?
No. There is no auction. The top placing animals will receive Premium Awards as listed in the Livestock Handbook and Rules per species. The Premium is a monetary award and is not considered a sale of the exhibit.