Age of Exhibitors
- Only 4-H members who are 8 years of age before January 1 of the current year or older may compete in the Fonner Park State 4-H Horse Expo.
- 4-H members who are 8 years of age before January 1 of the current year may exhibit at State Fair.
- 4-H members may be certified for state or interstate shows when they meet the age requirements for the event and have properly enrolled projects at the County Extension office.
- The last year of eligibility is 4-H age of eighteen (18).
4-H/FFA Exhibits
- Training offered by agricultural education/FFA and Nebraska Extension/4- H contributes to youth’s preparation for a future in agricultural production, agribusiness, and other areas. Simultaneous participation in both programs is acceptable and encouraged if the youth choose to do so.
- Youth are encouraged to be active members of both 4-H and FFA. For State Fair, any beef, sheep, swine and goat projects nominated by the appropriate deadline of June 15, will be eligible for exhibition in either 4-H or FFA. The designation can be determined at check-in during the State Fair. This option does not allow an animal to be shown in both 4-H and FFA at State Fair. This guideline also includes rabbit and poultry exhibits.
Terminal Status for Swine Shows
- County swine shows could be terminal or non-terminal shows.
- The State Fair will be non-terminal in 2025.
State Fair Harvest
- The Overall Grand Champion Market and Reserve Grand Champion Market of each species (beef, swine, sheep, and goat) cannot be withdrawn from championship and are automatically consigned for harvest.