2026 FFA Dairy Cattle
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REGISTRATION
Registration closes at 4:30 p.m. on the dates below, or earlier if barn capacity is reached. Read the premium book for more information.
- Opens: Monday, June 22
- Mail-in Entry Deadline: Must be received by Monday, Aug. 3, at 4:30 p.m.
- Online Entry Deadline: Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 4:30 p.m.
ENTRY LISTS
Links will be posted as information becomes available.
FEES
Entry: $10 per animal
JUDGES
- North Ring - Tanner Morrison, Montgomery, Minn.
- South Ring - Erica Irrthum, Wanamingo, Minn.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
Arrival: Friday, Sept. 4, 4 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Departure: Monday, Sept. 7, noon to 4 p.m.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, Sept. 5 • Compeer Arena
- 8:30 a.m. – FFA Dairy Cattle (North Ring)
Junior and senior showmanship, Grade Holstein, Guernsey, Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorn, and all other breeds
- 8:30 a.m. – FFA Dairy Cattle (South Ring)
Advanced showmanship, Purebred Holstein, Jersey, and Red & White
Monday, Sept. 7 • Compeer Arena
- 9 a.m. – Parade of Champions and Awards Program
Sponsored by Old National Bank
RESULTS
- 2026 FFA Dairy Cattle Results (PDF)
- 2026 FFA Herdsmanship Results (PDF)
Questions or concerns?
For further information, please contact competition@mnstatefair.org or 651-288-4417.
