Superintendent:
Rose Wilson
860-940-9482
countrygirl151795@yahoo.com
Mail Entries to:
Rose Wilson
Beef & Dairy
23 Fern Drive
Meriden, CT 06451
- Accepted between September 1st- September 30th or when the barn is full
- Accepted only in classes listed and in order of arrival to barn capacity
- Entry fee of $1.00 per animal must be mailed with the entry form
- All Species: Animals shall originate from herds or flocks that meet the testing and health requirements of the State of Connecticut. State livestock inspector may request proof of compliance with state requirements.
- All cattle must have a health certificate issued within 60 days of their first show from an accredited veterinarian stating that the animal is in good health and free of infectious disease. All exhibitors must send a copy of the health chart to the superintendent with their entries. The copy will be returned after the show. All animals entered at the fair must be in good health and in proper physical condition and will be examined at the exhibition. Evidence of poor condition or infectious or contagious disease will result in the animal(s) rejection from entrance. Health charts and proof of vaccination where applicable are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
- Rabies Vaccination: All cattle shall have a rabies vaccination given by a veterinarian with a vaccination certificate signed by the veterinarian that gave the vaccination indicating the name of the vaccine, serial number and the date the vaccination expires. If this is the animals first rabies vaccination, it must be given at least 30 days prior to their first show date.
- Registration and/or lease papers will be required for all animals except crossbred beef. 4-H lease rules will be followed.
- Entries close September 30th
- Any entry fee of $1.00 per animal must be mailed in with the entry form.
- Livestock exhibitors must provide their own hose with a shut-off nozzle for use of wash rack or watering of animals. Exhibitors must maintain a neat and clean exhibit throughout their stay at the fair and provide their own feed. A limited amount of bedding will be provided.
- Selection Process of Entries: Selection Process will be based on (a) breed representation, (b) postmark dates of entries, (c) herdsmanship & sportsmanship, and (d) youth.
- Acceptance of Entries: All entries will be acknowledged by the superintendent with either an acceptance letter or apology letter stating that you have been placed on a waiting list.
- All cattle must be on grounds before 3:00 pm Friday (prior to the start of the fair) and remain in place until 6:30 pm on Sunday. Any animals removed before this time will result in the forfeit of all money awarded.
- Entries will be limited to 6 animals per farm/herd.
Fitting & Showmanship Classes
61001: Novice, 1st Year Showing
61002: Junior, Age under 12
61003: Intermediate, Age 12 – 16
61004: Senior, Age 17 – 21
Steer Classes
Steer Classes – Age 20 and Over
62001: Steer 6 months and under
62002: Steer 6 months to 1 year Reserve
62003: Steer 1 year to 2 years
Steer Classes – Junior, Under age 20
62101: Steer 6 months and under
62102: Steer 6 months to 1 year Reserve
62103: Steer 1 year to 2 years
Champion Steer
Reserve Champion Steer
Heifer Classes
Heifer Classes – Age 20 and Over
63001: Heifer Calf over 4 months to 6 months
63002: Hefer 6 months to 12 months
63003: Heifer 12 months to 18 months
63004: Heifer 18 months to 24 months
Heifer Classes – Junior, Under age 20
63101: Heifer Calf over 4 months to 6 months
63102: Hefer 6 months to 12 months
63103: Heifer 12 months to 18 months
63104: Heifer 18 months to 24 months
Junior Champion Female
Junior Reserve Champion Female
Cow Classes
Cow Classes – Age 20 and Over
64001: Cow 2 years
64002: Cow 3 to 4 years
64003: Cow over 5 years
Cow Classes – Junior, Under age 20
64101: Cow 2 years
64102: Cow 3 to 4 years
64103: Cow over 5 years
Senior Champion Female
Senior Reserve Champion
Grand Champion Female
Reserve Grand Champion Female
Group Classes
Group Classes – Age 20 and Over
65001: Produce of Dam (2 animals the produce of one dam and one exhibitor)
65002: Cow and Calf (calf must be under 1 year)
65003: Get of Sire (3 animals of the same sire)
65004: Best 3 Females
Group Classes – Junior, Under age 20
65101: Produce of Dam (2 animals the produce of one dam and one exhibitor)
65102: Cow and Calf (calf must be under 1 year)
65103: Get of Sire (3 animals of the same sire)
65104: Best 3 Females
Supreme Champion Female
Reserve Champion Female
Miscellaneous Class
66001: Educational Display
Fitting & Showmanship Classes
71001: Novice, 1st year showing
71002: Junior, Age under 12
71003: Intermediate, Age 12 – 16
71004: Senior, Age 17 – 21
Dairy Heifer Classes
Dairy Heifer Classes – Age 20 and over
72001: Calf, over 4 months, Mar. 1st this year
72002: Calf, Dec last year – Feb 28, this year
72003: Calf, Sept 1 – Nov 30 prior year
72004: Yearling, June 1 – Aug 31 prior year
72005: Yearling, Mar 1 – May 31 prior year
72006: Yearling, Dec 12 years prior – Feb prior year
72007: Yearling, Sept 1 – Nov 30, 2 years prior
Dairy Heifer Classes – Junior, Under age 20
72101: Calf, over 4 months, Mar. 1st this year
72102: Calf, Dec last year – Feb 28, this year
72103: Calf, Sept 1 – Nov 30 prior year
72104: Yearling, June 1 – Aug 31 prior year
72105: Yearling, Mar 1 – May 31 prior year
72106: Yearling, Dec 12 years prior – Feb prior year
72107: Yearling, Sept 1 – Nov 30, 2 years prior
Junior Champion Female
Junior Reserve Champion Female
Cow Classes
Cow Classes – Age 20 and over
73001: Cow 2 years
73002: Cow 3 years
73003: Cow 4 years
73004: Aged Cow
73005: Dry Cow any age
Cow Classes – Junior, Under age 20
73101: Cow 2 years
73102: Cow 3 years
73103: Cow 4 years
73104: Aged Cow
73105: Dry Cow any age
Senior Champion Female
Senior Reserve Champion Female
Grand Champion Female
Reserve Grand Champion Female
Group Classes
Group Classes – Age 20 and over
74001: Produce of Dam – 2 animals
74002: Dam & Daughter pair
74003: Best of 3 Females
74004: Get of Sire – 3 animals of the same sire
Group Classes – Junior, Under age 20
74101: Produce of Dam – 2 animals
74102: Dam & Daughter pair
74103: Best of 3 Females
74104: Get of Sire – 3 animals of the same sire
Supreme Champion Female
Reserve Supreme Champion
Miscellaneous Class:
75001: Educational Display
Classes 5-37
- 1st: $30.00
- 2nd: $28.00
- 3rd: $26.00
- 4th: $24.00
- 5th: $22.00
- Fitting & Showmanship Rosettes
The DeBari Dairy Farm trophy is donated in loving memory of Jerry F. DeBari by the DeBari family and friends.