Beef Dairy Dog Goat Poultry, Duck & Turkey Rabbit Sheep Swine
2019 Livestock record supplement
The following projects should not be using this record book supplement. Horses: Use Equine Record Book, Dogs: Use Dog Project and Record Book. If it is your first year taking a project use the appropriate Record Book.
PDF fillable version or Word fillable document
VFD (Veterinary Feed Directive)
Forms Required for the Fair
DUNF: This form is in triplicate. It cannot be downloaded. It will be available in the Junior Fair Board Office on July 12,13, and 14. This form MUST be filled out completely and accurately and MUST be signed by the exhibitor AND a parent/guardian (unless the exhibitor is 18 or older). DUNFs must be turned in at Fair weigh-in or check-in. One form should be completed for each market lamb, goat, hog, steer, lactating dairy goat, lactating dairy cow, market turkey, and market duck. One form should be completed per pen of meat-type chickens and market rabbits. Exhibitors who submit incomplete or unsigned forms will not be permitted to show their animal(s) until the form is completed.
Quality Assurance and Skillathons
The required Quality Assurance (QA) and Skillathons for 2020 have been scheduled. All youth who plan to enter and exhibit (breeding and market) livestock (beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, sheep, dairy or meat goats, rabbits, and poultry) at the Adams County Junior Fair must attend a qualifying Quality Assurance (QA) program or successfully “test out” of the program. Youth who attend the 2020 4-H Market Hog, 4-H Market Goat, or 4-H Rabbit Clinics will meet their QA requirement. Note: Attending the 4-H Rabbit Clinic meets the QA requirement for small animals only. Youth ages 12 and older as of January 1 may test out of QA at Manchester, North Adams, Peebles, and West Union High Schools or at the OVCTC. Youth who have previously tested out of QA and who have not changed age divisions will not need to take the test again; youth who want to test out should contact the FFA advisor at their school for testing details.
Adams County QA, 2020:
March 7, 11:00am-Noon, Adams County Fairgrounds. (This time is after the Hog Clinic 9-10:30am and before the Goat Clinic Noon-1:30pm).
4-H Rabbit Clinic and Small Animal QA, TBA, Adams County Fairgrounds
QA General Sessions, May 4 and 5, Skillathons from 3:30-7:30pm each day; QA from 6-7:30pm each day, OVCTC
For 2020 Out of County QA Opportunities click here
Skillathon Details:
All 4-H members and interested FFA members must also participate in the applicable Skillathon(s) to earn points for the Outstanding Exhibitor scoring. Skillathons are required for 4-H and optional for FFA. Exceptions: Participation in the Skillathon is optional for youth enrolled in horseless horse and pet rabbit projects.
Looking for Skillathon study materials? Ask your advisor to borrow the Skillathon kit for your species from the Extension Office and/or review the materials in the appropriate species resource handbook. Horse members may want to purchase a copy of the Uniform Rules to use as a study guide, as well as a copy of the Beginning Horse Management project book. Poultry members face a bigger study challenge – check online for pictures of the many breeds; and check the turkey, duck, and chicken (fancy, broilers, etc.) project record books for information on the identification of bird body parts, cuts of meat, and so forth.
QA Program Details:
Participants must be prompt and stay for the entire program to meet the attendance requirement. It is the responsibility of all participants to sign in on registration sheets upon arrival, to complete all required paperwork, and to turn in that paperwork at the end of the program. Late arrivals will not receive their QA certification. Youth that do not attend a QA session or successfully test out of QA will not be permitted to enter or exhibit livestock at the Adams County Junior Fair or at the Ohio State Junior Fair. If participants arrive late or leave early, the attendance requirement will not be met.
QA and Skillathon Schedule:
Monday, May 4 at OVCTC
Skillathons (all species): 3:30-7:30 p.m.
QA Session: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5 at OVCTC
Skillathons (all species): 3:30-7:30 p.m.
QA Session: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 9, OSU Extension Office
Skillathon Make-Up Session: (all animal projects)
4:00-7:00 p.m., first come, first served (does NOT inclue QA Make-Up)
Thursday, June 18, Fairgrounds
Rabbit Skillathon
4:00-8:00 p.m., this is a hands-on skillathon (does NOT include QA Make-Up)
Quality Assurance Make-Up
We will not be scheduling any Adams County quality assurance make-up sessions. Opportunities to make up QA are available in neighboring counties during their QA programs and clinics. All QA must be completed by June 1. If you attend a qualifying QA session in another county, at the Ohio Beef Expo or Scarlet and Gray Show, etc., YOU are responsible for providing the Extension office with appropriate documentation of attendance on or before the June 1 deadline. Check the link above for a list of qualifying quality assurance programs in neighboring counties.
Test-Out Option:
There is a QA “test-out” option for exhibitors age 12-14 (Intermediate) and 15-18 (Senior). Youth who pass the test will be exempt from taking a test again or attending one of the annual QA certification programs until they move to the next age bracket or until they are no longer eligible, by age, to exhibit in the Junior Fair. Youth who exhibit swine will need to take the PQAPlus Youth tests. All other exhibitors will take either the Ohio Small Animal test (rabbits, poultry) or the Ohio Large Animal test (sheep, goats, cattle). Exhibitors who show both large and small animal species must take the Large Animal test. Tests may be taken only once each program year, and exhibitors must achieve a qualifying score of 70% to pass. To study for a test, review QA materials in your project record book and QA handouts from previous years. Visit our website or contact the Extension Office for additional study aids. Tests will be administered by FFA advisors at North Adams, Peebles, and West Union high schools and at the OVCTC. Listen to announcements or check with FFA advisors for testing dates, locations, and times. Tests must be taken and passed prior to the 5:00 p.m. QA program on May 1.
BEEF PROJECTS
BEEF SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| May 4 & 5 | Beef Skillathon & Quality Assurance Training | Skillathon: 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| May 9 | Feeder Calf Tag-In | 8:00 am-Noon at Adams Co. Fairgrounds |
| June 1 | Breeding Beef Cattle Entry Forms Due | 4:00 pm at Adams Co. Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
| NA | Beef Clinic | None scheduled in 2020 |
BEEF FORMS & INFORMATION
- Beef Exhibitor Letter
- Beef Breeding Cattle Entry Form
- Beef Project and Fair Guidelines
- Feeder Calf Vaccination Record
- DUNF (available at the Junior Fair Office)
DAIRY PROJECTS
DAIRY SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| May 4 & 5 | Dairy Skillathon & Quality Assurance | Skillathon: 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| June 1 | Dairy Cattle Entry Form Due | 4:00 pm at Adams Co. Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
DAIRY FORMS & INFORMATION
- Dairy Exhibitor Letter
- Dairy Cattle Entry Form
- DUNF (required for lactating dairy cattle; available at the Junior Fair Office)
DOG PROJECTS
DOG SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| June 23 | Pre-Fair Judging | 9 am-4 pm see schedule for specific project judging times; Location TBA |
| July 1 | OSF Dog Entries must be postmarked by July 1 (shows, poster contest, etc.) | More events posted on the Ohio 4-H Dog Program Website |
DOG FORMS & INFORMATION
- Dog Project Guidelines
DOG WEB LINKS
- Ohio 4-H Dog Program - If you're taking a dog project, you'll definitely want to check out this website. It is an EXCELLENT resource for fun show match dates, state fair info. and lots more valuable tools!
GOAT PROJECTS
GOAT SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| May 4 & 5 | Goat Skillathon & Quality Assurance Training | Skillathon: 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| May 9 | Mareket Goat Tag-In | 8:00-10:00 am, Adams County Fairgrounds |
| June 1 | Fur & Feather Applications Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 1 | Dairy Goat Registrations Due | 4:00 at Adams Co. Extension Office |
| June 1 | Meat Doe and Dairy Goat Show Entry Forms Due | 4:00 at Adams Co. Extension Office |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension Office (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
GOAT PROJECT FORMS & INFORMATION
- Fur & Feather Ambassador Rules and Application
- Goat Exhibitor Letter
- Goat Project and Fair Guidelines
- Meat Goat Breeding and Dairy Goat Entry Forms
- DUNF (required for lactating dairy cattle; available at the Junior Fair Office)
POULTRY, DUCK & TURKEY PROJECTS
POULTRY SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| Feb. 15 | Market Turkey Poult/Duck/Chick Orders due to Extension Office | 4:00 pm at Adams County Extension (must be submitted by Advisor with club check) |
| May 4 & 5 | Poultry, Duck & Turkey Skillathon & Quality Assurance Training | Skillathon: 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| May 20 | Market Duck and Chick Clinic & Pick Up | 6-7:00 pm Clinic, 7-8:00 pm Pick Up, Fairgrounds |
| June 1 | Fur & Feather Ambassador Applications Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 1 | Poultry Entry Forms Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension Office (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
POULTRY FORMS & INFORMATION
- Fur & Feather Ambassador Rules and Application
- Poultry Entry Form
- Poultry Exhibitor Letter
- Poultry Project and Fair Guidelines
- DUNF (Available at the Junior Fair Office)
- 4-H Poultry Fitting & Showmanship Member's Guide
RABBIT PROJECTS
RABBIT SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| TBA | Rabbit Clinic and QA | 6-8 pm, Fairgrounds |
| TBA | Breeding Rabbit Tattooing | 8:00 pm, Fairgrounds |
| June 1 | Fur & Feather Ambassador Applications Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 1 | ALL Breeding Rabbit Entry Forms due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension Office (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
| June 18 | Market Rabbit (Fryer) Tattooing | 6-8 pm, Fairgrounds |
| June 18 | Rabbit Skillathon | 4-8 pm, Fairgrounds |
RABBIT FORMS & INFORMATION
- Fur & Feather Ambassador Rules and Application
- Rabbit Exhibitor Letter
- Rabbit Project and Fair Guidelines
- Breeding Rabbit Entry Form
SHEEP PROJECTS
SHEEP SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| May 4 & 5 | Sheep Skillathon & Quality Assurance Training | 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| May 9 | Market Sheep Tag-In | 10-11 am, Fairgrounds |
| June 1 | Breeding Sheep Entry Forms Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension Office (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
SHEEP FORMS & INFORMATION
- Breeding Sheep Entry Form
- Sheep Exhibitor Letter
- Sheep Project and Fair Guidelines
- DUNF (available at the Junior Fair Office)
SWINE PROJECTS
SWINE SHOWS & EVENTS 2020
| March 7 | Market Hog Clinic & Quality Assurance | 9:00-Noon, Fairgrounds |
| May 4 & 5 | Swine Skillathon & Quality Assurance Training | 3:30-7:30 pm both evenings, QA: 6:00-7:30 pm, both evenings at the OVCTC |
| June 1 | Breeding Swine Entry Forms Due | 4:00 pm, Adams County Extension |
| June 9 | Skillathon Make-Up | 4-7 pm at Adams Co. Extension Office (does NOT include QA Make-Up) |
SWINE FORMS & INFORMATION
- Swine ID Fact Sheet
- Swine Exhibitor Letter
- Swine Project and Fair Guidelines
- Breeding Swine Entry Form
- DUNF (available at the Junior Fair Office)