2024 Fair Catalog by THE LINCOLN LEDGER

EXHIBIT AND LIVESTOCK RULES & REGULATIONS COMPLETE SCHEDULE FOR PARADE

2024 Schedule of Events

Enter Home Ec., Field Crops & Horticulture Exhibits

Monday, October 7

8:00 a.m. - 12noon OR 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

No Exhibits will be accepted after 5p.m.

Set Up Educational Booths

Sunday, October 6

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Monday, October 7

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Large Show Animal Check-in

Tuesday, October 8

(no scheduled time)

Large Animal Livestock Show

Wednesday, October 9 @ 9am

Set Up Commercial Booths

Wednesday, October 9

1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

All Other Livestock Move in

Wednesday, October 9 1pm – 4pm & 6pm – 9pm Parade

Wednesday, October 9, 5pm

Poultry and Rabbit Show

Thursday, October 10 @ 4pm

Senior Citizen Day Thursday, October 10 - 1:00 p.m.

Bingo

Friday, October 11 - 1:00 p.m.

Junior Livestock Premium Auction

Saturday, October 12 - 6:00 p.m.

Livestock Check Out

Sunday, October 13 7:00 – 9:00 a.m.

Building Exhibit Check Out

Sunday, October 13 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Pick up Premium checks

Exhibit Building Hours for Viewing Exhibits

Wednesday, Oct 9 - after Parade -7pm

Thursday, October 10 - 1pm - 7pm Friday, October 11 - 1pm - 7pm Saturday, October 12 - 5pm - 7pm

Lincoln County Fair Association

Board of Directors

Weldon Wynn-Fair Manager

Gene Yarbrough - President

Keith Shepherd - Vice President

Alicia Hawkins - Secretary/Treasurer

David Rauls - Board Member

Ex-Officio Members

Buddy Earnest • Lincoln County Judge

Steven Stone • County Extension Agent - Agriculture

Amy Shepherd • County Extension Agent - Family and Consumer Sciences

John David Farabough • County Extension Agent - Agri & 4H

Volunteers

Carolyn Wynn

Victor Harper

Vickie Huddleston

Entertainment Committee: Weldon Wynn & Alicia Hawkins

Livestock Committee: Steven Stone, Alicia Hawkins & John David Farabough

General Fair Info.

For More Information, Please Call:

Weldon Wynn

870-628-4509

Home Economics Amy Shepherd, Extension Office 870-628-4247

Parade JoAnn Hopper, Co-Chair 870-510-4759

Keith Shepherd, Co-Chair 870-628-6600

Beauty Review Kellie Cunningham 501-840-5294

Livestock Steven Stone, Extension Office 870-628-4247

John David Farrbough 870-628-4247

LINCOLN COUNTY FAIR PARADE

Parade Theme: “Denim and Diamonds”

The Lincoln County Fair Parade will be held Wednesday October 9, at 5:00 p.m.

The parade will line up on South Jefferson Street. Floats need to be in line on Washington Street before 4:15 p.m. These entries will be judged stationary and while passing the Town Square Clock Tower. There are four divisions of float entries: Commercial, Church, Non-Profit and Youth. Prizes are - First Place - $40; Second Place - $25; and Third Place - $15. If you are entering a float or bicycle, it is recommended to register in advance. There will be a Sweepstakes Award for Best of Parade. Bicycles will be judged at First Assembly of God Church and will need to line up by 4:30 p.m. Bicycle Awards are: First Place - $5; Second Place - $3; and Third Place - $2.

The Parade will end at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. We respectfully request all entries to follow the parade to its destination. For more information, contact Alicia Hawkins at 870-628-4166, Keith Shepherd at 870-628-6600, or Joann Hopper at 870-510-4759.

BINGO AT THE FAIR

Bingo at the Fair will be held Friday, October 11, beginning at 1:00 p.m., at the Lincoln County Fair Building. Come win door prizes and BINGO prizes and enjoy some great fun! Refreshments will be served.

Mayor

Paul Carter

City of Star City, Arkansas

Proud sponsor of the Lincoln County Fair

RULES and REGULATIONS

Junior and Senior Divisions

A FALSE ENTRY OF ANY KIND WILL DISQUALIFY AN EXHIBITOR FROM RECEIVING PREMIUMS IN ALL DIVISIONS.

1. Competition for prizes and awards by exhibitors is open to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability who reside in Lincoln County.

2. Exhibits must be prepared by the named exhibitor.

3. The Lincoln County Fair Association and the Lincoln County Cooperative Extension Service will not be responsible for any loss or damage of an entry from any cause. Every precaution will be taken to see that all entries are protected.

4. Exhibits must have been made since the Lincoln County Fair 2023 with the exception of quilts, which may have been started before last year’s Fair.

5. All items entered should be clean, securely labeled, and completely finished.

6. All exhibits will be awarded Blue, Red, White, or Participation based on merit. An individual may enter only one (1) exhibit in each Lot in all Divisions with the exception of livestock.

7. All checks must be cashed within 30 days. Premium money may be donate back to the Lincoln County Fair Association.

8. Home Economics exhibits can be entered this year 8:00 a.m. – 12noon and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 7. No Home Ec exhibits will be accepted after 5:00 p.m.

9. All entered exhibits are not to be removed from the Fairgrounds before 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 13.

10. All Educational booths and Home Economics exhibits must be removed by 2:30 p.m. Sunday, October 13.

11. There is no entry fee for any exhibit.

12. Competent, qualified judges will be furnished by the Lincoln County Fair Association and the Lincoln County Cooperative Extension Service. All decisions by the judges are final.

13. No liability is assumed by the Lincoln County Fair Association and/or the Lincoln County Cooperative Extension Service for any injury to participants and/or spectators. Parents are responsible for monitoring their children.

14. Junior Division is open to any boy or girl 5-19 years of age.

Pre-Registration!!

Go to Lincoln County Extension office before Friday, October 4, to pick-up your exhibitor number, exhibit entry sheet, and tags for your exhibits, which can then be completed at home by referring to your Fair catalog. On Monday, October 7, when you bring your items to Exhibit Check-In, you will simply put your items in each Exhibit area and leave your entry sheet at the front table.

WE HAVE SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

CULVERTS

HYDRAULIC HOSES

HARDWARE

SCHOOL ENTRIES

Division: HOBBY ART Open to K - 5th Graders Only

Each student should use one (1) 8½ x 11 inch sheet of white or colored paper. All art must be drawn by the student. Students may use pencils, colored pencils, crayons, or markers. The student’s name, grade, and teacher’s name must be placed on the back of the drawing. Students may enter only one (1) drawing

All School Entries will be picked up at Jimmy Brown Elementary On Friday, Friday September 27 Please, no late entries!

Division: Tablescapes

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

A tablescape is a combination of a table’s centerpiece and place settings to convey or invoke a specific mood or theme. This Division is open to individuals only and will be limited to twelve (12) entries. Each tablescape must fit within a 30 by 35 inch space. The tablescape must also fit into one Theme with a suitable menu included. The theme and menu should be written or typed and placed on the table. No food will be permitted on the tables. Place settings must correspond with the menu and theme. The Lincoln County Fair Association reserves the right to reject any tablescape they decide is objectionable or unsuitable.

All tablescapes will be judged on creativity, originality, use of color, interpretation of theme, correctness, and presentation. All items to be used for the tablescape are to be brought and set up at the same time. Lightweight items should be taped down. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon - 10 points Red Ribbon - 8 points White Ribbon - 6 points Class: Theme

Lot 1. Anniversary

2. Birthday

3. Bridal

4. Casual 5. Color

6. Formal/Elegant

7. Hobby

8. Holiday 9. Nature 10. Pattern 11. Place 12. Pop Culture 13. Seasonal 14. Superhero

INFORMATION

Educational Booths

Educational Booths must have an educational theme. No item or product is to be sold from an Educational Booth.

Please call the Lincoln County Extension Office at 870-628-4247 to reserve a booth space or for further information. This year Educational Booths may be set up on Sunday, October 6, between 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. OR Monday, October 7, between 8am – 12pm or 1pm to 5pm

Educational Booths will earn the following based on merit:

Blue Ribbon $45

Red Ribbon $40

White Ribbon $35

No Sweepstakes Ribbons will be awarded this year for Educational Booths.

Educational Booths must be removed from the Fair Building on Sunday, October 13 between 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Please make the necessary arrangements to have someone in your organization take responsibility for this.

Commercial Booths

Commercial Booths will be set up Wednesday, October 9, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. The fee is $150 for an inside booth and $150 for an outside booth. Booths must be removed between 1pm – 3pm Sunday, October 13.

Please call the Lincoln County Fair Manager at 870-510-1058 to reserve a booth space or for further information.

Division: ART

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

All artwork must be original. No computer-generated art will be judged. No kits. Art exhibits should be no smaller than 6 inches and no larger than 36 inches. The Lincoln County Fair Association and the Lincoln County Cooperative Extension Service will not be responsible for broken and/or soiled art exhibits due to insecure hangers. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points

Class: Acrylic

Class: Canvas Art

White Ribbon 1 point

Chalk Lot 1. Animals Lot

Animals 2. Outdoor Scene

Portrait

4. Still Life

Miscellaneous

Still Life 5. Miscellaneous

Other

6. Other

Class: Charcoal Class: Multi-Media

Oil Lot 18. Animals Lot

19. Outdoor Scene

Portrait

21. Still Life

Miscellaneous

23. Other

Class: Pencil Class: Ink Class: Sculpture Lot 34. Animals Lot 40. Animals Lot

Division: FLOWERS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Exhibitor must furnish container for flowers. Cultural perfection of flowers, quality of foliage and relation to container will be considered as part of judging. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Cut Flowers Lot 1. Blanket Flower

Canna Lily

3. Cockscomb 4. Coneflower

Cosmos 6. Daylily 7. Marigold

Mum

9. Pansy 10. Rose

11. Spider Lily

12. Sunflower

13. Zinnia

14. Miscellaneous

15. Other

Class: Vase Arrangements Lot 16. Cut Flowers

17. Dried Flowers

18. Silk Flowers

19. Wildflowers

20. Miscellaneous 21. Other

Class: Watercolor Lot

Division: CLOTHING

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Clothing Exhibits must have been made after last year’s Lincoln County Fair. All clothing must be on a hanger provided by the exhibitor. Soiled and/or stained items will not be judged. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number.

All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Division: FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Flowers and/or plants may be used to create one-of-a-kind designs. Exhibits will be judged on creativity, originality, and neatness. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 6 points

Ribbon 4 points

Ribbon 2 point

Class: Creative Designs Lot

Class: Baby Class: Dolls Lot 1. Christening Gown Lot

Crochet Item

Dress

Knit Item

Miscellaneous

Other

Class: Quilted Garments

Class: Men Class: Pets

Miscellaneous

Youth

Women Lot 25. Dress Lot

Dress Lot

Blouse 26. Jacket

Jumpsuit

Dress 27. Skirt

Pants

Miscellaneous

Jacket 28. Vest

29. Miscellaneous

Romper

Shirt

Pants

Scrubs Set 30. Other

Shorts

Skirt 37.

Sweatshirt, Decorated

Tee Shirt, Decorated

Coat

Dress

Slacks

Hat

Shirt

Sweater

Other

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Division: ACCESSORIES

Junior & Senior Divisions the Same

Commercial products may be used as the base but Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness of hand decorations. May enter only one (1) exhibit per each Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Duct Tape Designs

Class: Hair Ornaments Class: Jewelry Lot 1. Bow Lot 9. Barrette Lot

2. Flower 10. Bow

3. Hair Ornament 11. Fascinator

4. Prom Wear 12. Headband

5. Purse 13. Scrunchie

6. Wallet 14. Miscellaneous

7. Miscellaneous 15. Other

8. Other

Class: Men Class: Purses

Bracelet

Earrings

Hair Ornament

Necklace

Ring

Watchband

Miscellaneous

Other

Division: CARDS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness. Purchased and computer-generated cards will not be judged. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Announcement Cards

Lot 1. Birth

2. Gender Reveal

3. Graduation

4. Moving

5. Save the Date

6. Wedding

7. Miscellaneous

8. Other

Class: Invitations

Lot 15. Anniversary

16. Baby Shower

17. Birthday Party 18. Bridal Shower

19. Holiday Event

Class: Women Lot 25. Cap Lot 31. Backpack Lot

26. Hat

Clutch

27. Suspenders 33. Coin

28. Tie 34. Denim

29. Miscellaneous 35. Duct Tape

Belt

Bracelet

Cap

Cell Phone Holder

Fascinator 30. Other 36. Knitted 46. Flip-flops 37. Quilted 47. Hat

38. Shoulder 48. Necklace

40. Miscellaneous 50. Scarf 41. Other 51. Miscellaneous 52. Other

Division: GARDEN

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Plants must be in exhibitor’s possession at least three (3) months prior to Fair. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Herbs

Class: Peppers (Must be potted) Lot 12. Banana - 3 Lot 1. Chives 13. Bell - 3

2. Cilantro 14. Cayenne - 3

3. Dill 15. Chili - 3

4. Mint 16. Habanero - 3

5. Oregano 17. Jalapeno - 3

6. Rosemary 18. Poblano - 3

7. Sage 19. Miscellaneous

8. Sweet Basil 20. Other

9. Thyme

10. Miscellaneous

11. Other

Class: Vegetables

Lot 21. Beans - 12 (in pod)

22. Cucumbers - 3

23. Eggplant - 3

24. Okra – 6

25. Onions - 3

26. Peas - 12 (in pod)

27. Potatoes – 3

28. Pumpkin

29. Squash - 3

30. Tomatoes - 3

31. Miscellaneous

32. Other

Class: Greeting Cards

Lot 9. Baby

10. Birthday

11. Holiday

12. Wedding

13. Miscellaneous

14. Other

Division: APIARY

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

20. Retirement 21. Wedding 22. Miscellaneous 23. Other

Exhibits must be from hives owned and managed by the exhibitor. Honey must have been harvested since last county fair. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Honey

Lot 1. Honey, with comb

2. Honey, without comb

3. Miscellaneous 4. Other

Division: FIELD CROPS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

All Field Crops must be entered as described below. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Crops

Lot 1. Cotton - 1 stalk with leaves removed

2. Corn - 3 ears

3. Grain Sorghum - 6 heads

4. Oats - 1 quart (in jar)

5. Peanuts – 3 on vine

6. Pumpkin

7. Rice - 1 bundle

10. Miscellaneous 11. Other

8. Soybean - 1 stalk with leaves removed

9. Wheat – 1 bundle

Tues - Wed 7am - 5pm

Thur - Sat 7am - 8pm

Closed Sunday and Monday

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Division: FOOD PREPARATION

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Food Preparation exhibits must be fully prepared by the individual entering the exhibit. All exhibits should be made from scratch. Food items and one-half cup (½ cup) of dry beverage mixes should be entered in plastic zip-lock bags with your entry tag visible inside. Food Preparation Exhibits will not be returned at the end of the Fair because of food safety concerns. Only one (1) exhibit may be entered per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Beverage Mixes

Class: Breads

Class: Cakes Lot 1. Coffee Lot 5. Biscuits (3) Lot 15. Cupcakes (3) 2. Tea 6. Cornbread (3 muffins) 16. Frosted (1/4 cake)

3. Miscellaneous 7. Fruit (1/2 loaf) 17. Glazed (1/4 cake)

4. Other 8. Muffins (3) 18. Miscellaneous 9. Quick (1/2 loaf) 19. Other 10. Rolls (3)

11. White (1/2 loaf)

12. Yeast (1/2 loaf)

13. Miscellaneous 14. Other

Class: Candy Class: Cookies

Class: Pies

Lot 20. Divinity (3 pieces) Lot 25. Bar (3) (No cream or custard pies allowed)

21. Fudge (3 pieces) 26. Decorated (3) Lot 31. Fried pie (3) 22. Peanut Brittle (3 pieces) 27. Drop (3) 32. Fruit (1/4 pie) 23. Miscellaneous 28. Shaped (3) 33. Nut (1/4 pie)

24. Other 29. Miscellaneous 34. Miscellaneous 30. Other 35. Other

Food Art exhibits entered must be created, carved, sculpted, and/or painted by the individual entering the exhibit. Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness. They will not be judged on taste. Food Art exhibits that have spoiled by the end of the Fair will not be returned.

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Food Art

Lot 36. Animal figure 40. Pasta creation 37. Carved figure 41. Painted item 38. Fruit figure 42. Miscellaneous 39. Vegetable figure 43. Other

Division: FRUITS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Fruits

Lot 1. Apples – 3

2. Berries - 6

3. Cantaloupe

4. Figs – 3

5. Grapes - 6

6. Muscadines - 6

7. Peaches - 3

8. Pears – 3

9. Pumpkin

10. Watermelon

Division: GIFT WRAP

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness. Commercial wrap is allowed, but bows and accessories should be original. Exhibits must not exceed 12 inches in any direction. Gift-wrapping only will be judged. Package must be empty or it will be disqualified from judging. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Occasion

Division: HANDICRAFTS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Commercial products may be used as the base of some Exhibits, but all Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness of hand decorations. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number.

All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Dolls

Lot 1. Angel

Crochet

Dish Towel

Knit

Sock

Washcloth

Wooden

Miscellaneous 9. Other

Class: Crafts

Class: Fishing Supplies

Lot 10. Fly 11. Lure

12. Rod

13. Miscellaneous

14. Other

Lot 15. Animal Skull, Hand Decorated

16. Basket

17. Bird House

18. Burlap Item

19. Candle, Hand Decorated

20. Candle Holder, Hand Made

21. Centerpiece

22. Ceramic Item

23. China, Hand Decorated

24. Crochet Item

25. Dish Cloth, Hand Decorated

26. Door Decoration

27. Driftwood

28. Flower Pot, Hand Decorated 29. Glass Etching 30. Glass, Hand Decorated 31. Gourd, Decorated 32. Gourd, Painted

33. Hot Mat

34. Knitted Item

35. Mailbox, Hand Decorated

36. Painted Item

37. Plaque

38. Pot Holder

39. Sand Art

40. Scrapbook (2 pages only)

41. Stencil Item

42. Table Runner

43. Tin Punch

44. Tote

45. Towel Set, Hand Decorated

46. Toy, Hand Made

47. Wastebasket, Hand Decorated

48. Wire Item

49. Wood Item

50. Yard Item

51. Miscellaneous

52. Other

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Division: HANDICRAFTS

Class: Hunting Supplies Lot

Bird Call

54. Decoy

55. Knife

56. Miscellaneous

57. Other

Class: Leather craft

Belt

59. Coasters (set of 2)

60. Key Chain

61. Wallet

62. Miscellaneous 63. Other

Class: Metal Craft

65. Lawn Ornament

66. Sculpture

67. Wall Hanging

68. Wreath

69. Miscellaneous

70. Other

Class: Paper Twist Lot 71. Angel

72. Bow

73. Flower (3)

74. Miscellaneous

75. Other

Division: HOME FURNISHINGS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. The following Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

Ribbon 3 points

Ribbon 2 points

Ribbon 1 point

Furnishings

points

Ribbon 3 points

Class: Wreaths Lot 76. Floral

77. Mesh

78. Silk

79. Vine

80. Wire

81. Misc

82. Other

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Class: Furniture

Chair

Chest

Stool

Miscellaneous

Division: NUTS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Trees that nuts come from MUST be in exhibitor’s yard. Please do not scavenge from the woods! May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Tree Nuts

Lot 1. Acorns (6)

2. Almonds (6)

3. Chestnuts (6)

4. Chinquapins (6)

5. Hazelnuts (6)

6. Pecans (6)

7. Walnuts (6) 8. Miscellaneous (6)

Other (6)

Division: MINIATURES

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Miniatures

Lot 1. Car

2. Doll Clothes

3. Doll

4. Doll Furniture

5. House or Cabin

Plane

Truck

Miscellaneous

Other

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Division: FOOD PRESERVATION

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

All entered exhibits must have been preserved during the previous 12 months. Only one (1) exhibit may be entered in each Lot. For judging and safety reasons jars must be standard, clear canning jars with clean metal lids and rings, processed correctly, and of acceptable size per recipe instructions – typically quart or pint. Entries canned in colored jars will NOT be judged. Due to safety reasons, the following will not be judged: canned squash including summer, winter, zucchini or spaghetti; pureed or mashed pumpkin; pureed or mashed sweet potatoes; pureed or mashed potatoes; and canned soups with added noodles or other pasta, rice, flour, cream, milk, or other thickening agents. Pickled summer squash and zucchini are allowed. Jars sealed with paraffin or wax will not be judged.

Recipes used for entries should be from either:

− So Easy to Preserve 5th or 6th edition only - University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service.

− USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning 2009 or later

− Cooperative Extension publications updated or published after 1995

Recommended head space allowances are as follows:

− ¼ inch for jams and jellies

− ¼ inch for apple juice, grape juice, fruit purees and apple butter

− ½ inch for other fruit products, pickles, and tomatoes processed in a water bath canner. (exceptions: Grapes, whole - 1 inch; Standard tomato sauce - ¼ inch; Tomato paste - ¼ inch; Tomato ketchup – 1/8 inch)

− 1 inch for USDA fruit pie filings

− ½ inch for green tomato pie filling

− 1 inch for vegetables, meats, or other products processed in a pressure canner (Includes Pressure canned Mexican tomato sauce, Spaghetti sauce without meat, Spaghetti sauce with meat and tomatoes with okra or zucchini)

− 1 inch for Lima beans in pints and 1½ inches in quarts

− 1¼ inches for poultry or rabbit.

Source: Judging Home Preserved Foods, National Center for Home Food Preservation, page 13.

All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Butters Class: Dried Class: Fruits

Lot 1. Apple Lot 6. Fruit Lot 11. Apples

2. Peach 7. Herbs 12. Blackberries

3. Pear 8. Jerky 13. Blueberries

4. Miscellaneous 9. Miscellaneous 14. Figs

5. Other 10. Other 15. Peaches 16. Pears 17. Plums 18. Miscellaneous 19. Other

Class: Jam Class: Jelly Class: Juices

Lot 20. Blackberry Lot 28. Apple Lot 40. Fruit

21. Blueberry 29. Blackberry 41. Vegetable

22. Fig 30. Blueberry 42. Miscellaneous 23. Peach 31. Crabapple 43. Other 24. Plum 32. Grape

25. Strawberry 33. Muscadine

26. Miscellaneous 34. Peach

27. Other 35. Pepper 36. Plum 37. Strawberry 38. Miscellaneous 39. Other

Class: Marmalade Class: Meats Class: Pickles

Lot 44. Grape Lot 49. Beef Lot 55. Bread and Butter

45. Peach 50. Fish 56. Dill

46. Pear 51. Poultry

57. Cinnamon Ring

47. Miscellaneous 52. Venison 58. Fruit

48. Other 53. Miscellaneous 59. Sweet 54. Other

60. Vegetable

61. Miscellaneous 62. Other

Class: Preserves Class: Relish

Lot 63. Fruit Lot

64. Vegetable

67. Chow-Chow

68. Fruit

65. Miscellaneous 69. Pickle

66. Other 70. Vegetable 71. Miscellaneous 72. Other

Class: Salsas / Sauces Class: Vegetables

Lot 73. Barbeque Lot 81. Beans

74. Chili 82. Beets

75. Fruit 83. Carrots

76. Ketchup 84. Potatoes

77. Spaghetti 85. Soup

78. Vegetable 86. Tomatoes

79. Miscellaneous 87. Miscellaneous

80. Other 88. Other

Division: NEEDLECRAFT

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 4 points

Red Ribbon 3 points

White Ribbon 2 point

Class: Needlework Lot

Afghan

Applique

Apron

Burlap Item

Casserole Carrier

Collar

Crochet Item

Cross Stitch

Doily

10. Embroidery

11. House shoes (Pair)

12. Hot Mat

13. Knit Item

14. Needlepoint

15. Pillow

16. Pillowcases (Set of 2)

17. Pin Cushion

18. Pot Holder

19. Scarf

20. Smocking

21. Sweater

22. Table Runner

23. Trapunto

24. Vest

25. Miscellaneous

26. Other

Division: HOLIDAY CREATIONS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit:

25. Pot Holder 26. Ornament

Stocking

Swag 29. Table Runner 30. Tablecloth 31. Towel, Hand Decorated 32. Tree Skirt

Embroidery Item

Felt Item 12. Floor Mat 13. Gourd, Decorated 14. Gourd, Painted 15. Glass Item

16. Hot Mat 17. Knit Item

18. Mesh Ribbon Item

19. Napkins (set of 4)

20. Needlepoint Item

21. Ornamental Tree, Hand Decorated

22. Painted Item

23. Place Mats (set of 4) 24. Plastic Mesh Item

33. Wall Hanging 34. Wood Item 35. Wire Item 36. Yard Decoration

37. Miscellaneous

Other

Class: Wreaths

Floral

Mesh

Silk

Vine

Wire

Miscellaneous

Other

Division: PHOTOGRAPHY

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Matted photographs only. No framed photographs. Photography exhibits should be no smaller than 5”x7” and not larger than 16”x20” including mat.

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Black & White

Class: Children

Lot 1. Animals, Birds, or Insects Lot 9. Black & White

2. Buildings or Monuments 10. Color

3. Flowers or Fruit 11. Miscellaneous

4. Landscape or Seascape 12. Other

5. People (Individual or Group)

6. Special Effects

7. Miscellaneous

8. Other

Class: Color

Class: Pets Lot 13. Animals, Birds, or Insects Lot 21. Black and White

14. Buildings or Monuments 22. Color

15. Flowers or Fruit 23. Miscellaneous

16. Landscape or Seascape 24. Other

17. People (Individual or Group)

18. Special Effects

19. Miscellaneous

20. Other

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Division:

HOUSEHOLD ART

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points

Ribbon 1 point Class: Home Art

Division: PLANTS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Due to space limitations, plants entered should not be over 3 feet tall or wide. Potted plants must be in exhibitor’s possession at least three (3) months prior to Fair. All containers for plants must be furnished by exhibitor. Cultural perfection, quality of foliage, and relation to container will be considered as part of judging. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number.

All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points, Red Ribbon 2 points, White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Flowering (Potted)

1. African Violets

2. Begonia

3. Christmas Cactus

4. Dahlia

5. Geranium

6. Hibiscus

7. Peach Lily

8. Petunia

9. Miscellaneous

Division: QUILTS

10. Other Class:

Class Non-Flowering (Potted)

11. Aloe

12.Air Plant

13.Caladium

14.Chinese Evergreen

15.Dieffenbachia

16.Fern

17.Fig

Junior & Senior Divisions the Same

18.Hanging Basket

19.Ivy

20.Jade

21.Mother-in-law’s Tongue

22.Philodendron

23.Rubber Plant

24.Schefflera

25.Yucca

26.Miscellaneous

27.Other

Class: Gourds

28. Hardshell

29. Luffa

30. Ornamental

31. Miscellaneous

32. Other

6. Gourd, Painted

7. Painted Item

8. Rug

9. Wall Hanging

10. Wire Item

11. Wood Item

18. Planter

19. Sign 20. Toy

21. Yard Ornament

22. Miscellaneous 23. Other

These Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 6 points Red Ribbon 4 points White Ribbon 2 points Class: Woodcarving

May enter only one (1) exhibit per each Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 6 points, Red Ribbon 4 points, White Ribbon 2 points

Class: Infant

Lot 1. Applique

2. Embroidery

3. Pieced

4. Miscellaneous

5. Other

Class: Wall Hanging

Lot 6. Applique

7. Embroidery

8. Pieced

9. Miscellaneous

10. Other

Division: PERSONAL CARE CREATIONS

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Commercial products may be used as the base for Exhibits, but all Exhibits will be judged on originality, creativity, and neatness. Commercial containers with original labels are not allowed.

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit:

Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Personal Care Items

Lot 1. Bath Salts, Home Made 2. Body Scrub, Home Made 3. Lip Gloss, Home Made

Lotion, Home Made

Soap, Hand Decorated

Soap, Home Made

Miscellaneous

Other

The following Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 10 points, Red Ribbon 9 points, White Ribbon 8 points

Class: Bed-Size - Hand Swen

Lot 11. Applique 16. Miscs.

12. Crochet 17. Other

13. Embroidery

14. Knitted

15. Pieced

Division: RE-CYCLABLES

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Class: Bed - Machine Sewn

Lot 18. Applique

19. Embroidery

20. Pieced

21. Miscellaneous

22. Other

Recycle and Reuse - use your creativity to make entries from items originally used for another purpose. Please use only non-perishable products in your creations. Items will not be collected during the Fair for recycling. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Recycled Lot 1. Aluminum

Clothing

Glass

Paper

Plastic

Wire

Miscellaneous

Other

Division: SCHOOL SPIRIT

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points on merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points Red Ribbon 2 points White Ribbon 1 point

Class: School Lot

Blanket

Cap

Clothing

Flag 5. Flip-flops (Pair)

Hair Ornament

Jewelry

Mesh Item 6. Metal 7. Styrofoam

Painted Item

Shirt

Sign

Wall Hanging

Visor

Yard Ornament

Miscellaneous

Other

President - David Rauls

Vice President - Wayne Jordan

Secretary/Reporter - Lorie Henley

Treasurer - Karen Rauls

Charlie Brown - Membership Director

Area Vice President- Brad Henley

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2024 - Lincoln County Fair Catalog

Exhibition Health Requirements for Livestock, Poultry, and Exotic Animals

These Regulations are in compliance with Acts 87/63,150/85, and 1306/97 by the Arkansas Legislature through the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission.

Only Purebred, Pure-blood, (one purebred parent) livestock or animals equal to Breed Association

Herd Book quality will be admitted. Exceptions will be market animals, commercial heifers, cows, poultry, rabbits, and waterfowl.

1. All animals entering the grounds, including those showing in pet zoos, children’s barnyard animals, Old McDonald Farms, etc. must meet the requirements of their particular species.

2. Arkansas livestock (except for Arkansas sheep, goats, horses, steers and rabbits) must be accompanied by a certificate of veterinary inspection issued within ninety (90) days prior to exhibition, showing the following:

ARKANSAS CATTLE

1. If Arkansas is a Class Free State, Arkansas cattle are exempt from brucellosis testing. If Arkansas is not a Class Free State then the following testing requirements must be met:

Negative brucellosis test within ninety (90) days prior to exhibition, for females and bulls eighteen (18) months of age and over. All heifers that have calved or are bred must be tested. Animals originating from a Certified Brucellosis Free Herd are exempt if the Certified Free Herd number is shown on certificate.

2. All heifers that are four to twelve (4-12) months of age shall be vaccinated before entering show.

3. Heifers that were born on or after January 1, 1985, that are over twelve (12) months of age and are not official calfhood vaccinates will not be allowed to show (unless they are from a Brucellosis Certified Free Herd.)

ARKANSAS SWINE

1. As of July 1, 2001, all swine must have an official premise identification.

2. Animals six (6) months old or older to be test-

ed negative for brucellosis within ninety (90) days of exhibition or originate directly out of a Validated Herd, with Validation number and date of last herd test shown on certificate (barrows exempt from brucellosis testing, but must be pseudorabies tested.)

3. Animals to be tested negative for pseudorabies regardless of age within ninety (90) days of the exhibition on a test approved by the state veterinarian or originate directly out of a Qualified Pseudorabies Free Herd, with Qualified Herd number and date of last test shown on certificate.

4. Free of other contagious, infectious, and communicable diseases (erysipelas, atrophic rhinitis, etc.); otherwise they will not be allowed to show and will be released from fairgrounds.

ARKANSAS SHEEP AND GOATS

Exhibition officials must maintain records of all sheep and goats that are exhibited for a period of five years, to include:

a) Identification Number

b) Flock status as defined by the Voluntary Flock Certification Program

c) The name, complete address and phone number of the owner.

Fair personnel, veterinarians, or state-federal personnel may examine sheep on grounds. Any sheep showing clinical symptoms of Scrapie shall be immediately quarantined in isolation and required to undergo any approved diagnostic tests and shall be consigned to slaughter or destruction with submission of tissues to an approved diagnostic laboratory at the exhibitor’s expense.

Commingling (as defined by the Arkansas Scrapie Regulation) of sheep or goats of different flock status as defined by the Voluntary Flock Certification Program (VFCP) is prohibited and must be reported to the VFCP state official and State Veterinarian.

No sheep or goats showing symptoms of disease, particularly foot rot, sore mouth, sheep pox, evidence of fungal infection, evidence of abscesses or with draining abscesses will be allowed to show and may be released by fair officials, veterinarians, or state-federal personnel.

ARKANSAS RABBITS

Rabbits will be inspected on grounds. No rabbits showing symptoms of disease will be allowed to show.

ARKANSAS HORSES

Negative EIA test required within the past twelve (12) months for all animals over six (6) months of age.

Nursing foals under six (6) months of age are exempt from testing if accompanied by negative tested dams Photocopies of the test papers will not be accepted; carbon copies are acceptable.

ARKANSAS CERVIDS

1. Certificate of veterinary inspection.

2. Negative cervical tuberculosis test within ninety (90) days.

3. Negative brucellosis test within ninety (90) days;

4. Or originate from a Certified Brucellosis-Free and Accredited Tuberculosis Free Cervid Herd; 5. Or originate from a Brucellosis-Monitored and a Qualified Tuberculosis Cervid Herd within ninety (90) days of exhibition.

ARKANSAS CAMELIDS

1. Individually identified, and certificate of veterinary inspection within ninety (90) days of exhibition.

2. Registration papers when accompanied by registry photographs of the animal are acceptable identification.

ARKANSAS RATITES

1. Certificate of veterinary inspection.

2. Negative avian influenza test within ninety (90) days.

3. Permanent identification.

ARKANSAS POULTRY

An official representing the exhibition shall notify the state veterinarian no later than thirty (30) days prior to the exhibition, giving names, place, inclusive dates, and time of the event.

The requirements are as follows:

1. All in-state poultry, which includes domesticated game birds, quail, pheasants, peafowl, guineas, and turkeys, present at exhibition in Arkansas shall have originated from U. S. Pullorum-Typhoid Clean or equivalent flocks or have had a negative pullorum-typhoid test within ninety (90) days of the movement to the exhibition (pullorum-typhoid testing on fairgrounds during the fair is prohibited.) This information will be documented on a NPIP Form VS 9-3, 90-Day Certificate, NPIP Flock Certification Form or similar certificate that will accompany the poultry during exhibition.

2. All non-certified birds must be banded (leg or wing band), with a sealed band. Wrap-around plastic bands are not acceptable. In-state waterfowl are exempt from pullorum-typhoid requirements.

3. Any poultry showing evidence of infectious or contagious disease or insect infestation will not be permitted to exhibit.

4. Record Keeping - The sponsor of the exhibition shall compile a list of all poultry present at exhibition. This list shall contain the name and address of each owner, the number, the species, breed, variety, type, sex, and pullorum-typhoid status of all poultry present. A copy of this shall be retained by the sponsor of the exhibition for at least twelve (12) months.

OTHER IN-STATE TAME OR EXOTIC ANIMALS

Please call State Veterinarian’s office for information and permit.

Effective Date: 1/3/2011

Jon Fitch, Executive Director –Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission

Lincoln County Junior Livestock Show General Rules and Regulations

will be allowed to show and will be removed from the grounds.

• The Lincoln County Fair Association, including the Livestock Superintendent, County Extension Agent and Vocational Agriculture teacher reserves the right to amend or add to these rules as they, in their judgment, deem necessary.

• The Lincoln County Fair Association, Livestock Superintendent, County Extension Agent and the Vocational Agriculture teacher reserve the right to interpret these Rules and Regulations and settle all questions or disputes pertaining to this show.

• In order to be eligible for participation in the Lincoln County Junior Livestock Show youth must be an active member in good standing of Lincoln County 4-H clubs or the Star City FFA chapter.

• All animals must meet the Arkansas Livestock and Poultry Commission Exhibition Health requirements. No animals showing signs of contagious diseases or open sores

• The use of illegal drugs on any animal will be grounds for disqualification. Illegal drugs will be defined as prescription medications not being used to treat an injury or illness. All drugs will be administered under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

• The exhibitor must individually own all animals. Animals must be owned and cared for by the exhibitor for at least 90 days before the show date. The only exception to this rule will be for “Broilers”.

• Registered animals must have papers listing the exhibitor as the registered owner, not their parents, grandparents or farm name.

• Stall space will be assigned by fair personnel.

• Exhibitors should plan to bring all needed tack and supplies in a rubber tote with first and last name readable on lid of tote.

• Youth livestock exhibitors and their parents are the only people allowed in the stalls,

show ring, and/or tack areas during the Lincoln County Fair. All others will be asked to leave these barn areas.

• Exhibitors are expected to keep their area and stall clean at all times during the Lincoln County Fair. Not following this rule could make you ineligible for the Herdsman Award.

• All animals must be shown in the “ring” by the owner, EXCEPT when the owner has more than one animal per class. In this case, the second animal may be shown by another club member with the approval of the County Agent or Vocational Agriculture teacher.

• All grooming must be done by the exhibitor. Assistance may be given to the exhibitor by their immediate family, County Agent, Vo-Ag Teacher or 4-H Leader.

• Showmanship will be judged on how the exhibitor presents their animal in the show ring and how the animal is groomed for presentation. Showmanship in all species will be divided into Pewee (Ages 5-8), Junior (Ages 9-13)

and Senior (Ages 14-19). Showmanship competition will take place following the respective species’ show.

• Judges for each species will be secured by the County Agent, with assistance from the Fair Association and the Vocational Agriculture teacher.

• The Judge’s decision is the FINAL decision.

AWARDS:

Beef:

Registered, by breed: (Hereford, Angus, Limousin, Brangus, Brahman, etc.)

Grand and Reserve Champion Heifer – Ro-

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sette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Bull – Rosette and Premium Auction

Commercial:

Grand and Reserve Champion Steer – Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Commercial

Heifer (American, English and Exotic)

– Rosette and Premium Auction

Junior and Senior Showmanship – Plaque or Buckle

Goats: Registered Boer and Boer Crosses

Grand and Reserve Champion Market Goat –

Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Breeding Doe

– Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Breeding Buck

– Rosette and Premium Auction

Junior and Senior Showmanship – Plaque or Buckle

Poultry:

Grand and Reserve Champion 4-H Poultry

Chain Pen – Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Fancy Birds –Rosette and Premium Auction

Junior and Senior Showmanship – Plaque or Buckle

Sheep:

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Registered by breed:

Grand and Reserve Breeding Ewe – Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Breeding Ram – Rosette and Premium Auction

Commercial:

Grand and Reserve Champion Market Lamb –

Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Breeding Ewe – Rosette and Premium Auction

Junior and Senior Showmanship – Plaque or Buckle

Swine:

Registered by breed: (Hampshire, Du roc, Berkshire, Yorkshire, etc.)

Grand and Reserve Champion Gilt – Rosette and Premium Auction

Grand and Reserve Champion Boar – Rosette and Premium Auction

Commercial:

Grand and Reserve Champion Market Hog –

Rosette and Premium Auction

Junior and Senior Showmanship – Plaque or Buckle

Rabbits:

Grand Champion of Show Reserve Champion of Show

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Division: CATTLE

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements. Must be two (2) animals per pen.

Class: Beef Cattle - Breeding Angus, Beefmaster, Braunvieh, Hereford, Maine-tainer, Shorthorn, Salers, Charolais, Brahmousin, Crossbred Commercial heifers (American, English, Exotic) FEMALE CLASSES

Division: EGGS

Junior & Senior Divisions the Same

Display cartons will be provided. Please do not refrigerate eggs before entering. Enter on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Must be a current year poultry exhibitor to enter. May enter only one exhibit per each Lot number. All exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Chicken

Lot 1. Brown (6)

2. Colored (6)

3. White (6)

4. Miscellaneous

5. Other

10.

Summer Two-Year-Old Females (Females must be certified pregnant, but not having calved by day of show

13.

Class: Beef Cattle - Feeder Steers

Lot 1. 250 – 499 pounds

2. 500 – 749 pounds

Class: Waterfowl

Lot 6. Duck (6)

7. Goose (6)

8. Miscellaneous

9. Other

Division: GOATS

Registered (Boer and Boer Cross, etc.)

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements. (Goats may not be shown in both Breeding and Market Classes. Breeding animals must be registered.)

Class: Registered Senior Breeding Doe Lot 1. 2 - 3 years

2. 3 - 5 years

3. 5 years and older

Class: Registered Senior Breeding Buck Lot 4. 2 - 3 years

5. 3 - 5 years 6. 5 years and older

Class: Market (Boer and Boer Cross)

Class: Registered Junior Breeding Doe Lot 7. Under 5 months

8. 5 - 8 months

9. 8 - 12 months 10. 12 - 24 months

Class: Registered Junior Breeding Buck Lot 11. Under 5 months 12. 5 - 8 months 13. 8 - 12 months 14. 12 - 24 months

Lots for Market goats will be determined after animals are checked in and will be based on the weight of the goats entered. The number of Lots will vary depending on the number of goats entered in the Lincoln County Fair and the weight spread of those animals.

All Other Breeds (AOB) (To include Spanish, Pygmy, Dairy, etc.)

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements.

Class: AOB Senior Breeding Doe Lot 15. 2 - 3 years 16. 3 - 5 years 17. 5 years and older

Class: AOB Senior Breeding Buck Lot 18. 2 - 3 years 19. 3 - 5 years 20. 5 years and older

Class: AOB Junior Breeding Doe Lot 21. Under 5 months 22. 5 - 8 months 23. 8 - 12 months 24. 12 - 24 months

Class: AOB Junior Breeding Buck Lot 25. Under 5 months

26. 5 - 8 months

27. 8 - 12 months

28. 12 - 24 months

Class: AOB Senior Wether Lot 29. 2 - 3 years

30. 3 - 5 years

31. 5 years and older

Class: AOB Junior Wether Lot 32. Under 5 months

33. 5 - 8 months

34. 8 - 12 months

35. 12 - 24 months

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Division: POULTRY

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements.

All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: 1st Place 5 points

2nd Place 4 points

3rd Place 3 points

All chickens will be exhibited as single entries (one bird per coop.) Entries will be placed into the following categories according to Arkansas State Fair Guidelines.

Cock (male bird over one year)

Hen (female bird over one year)

Cockerel (male bird under one year)

Pullet (female bird under one year)

Class: 4-H Poultry Chain Exhibit

One pen of three or four pullets from this year’s order. Must have been on the order list to exhibit in this category.

Class: Bantam Fowl Breeds

Lot 1. Modern Game

2. Old English Game

3. Single Comb Clean Leg (SCCL) (Japanese, Leghorn, Plymouth Rock)

4. Rose Comb Clean Leg (RCCL) (Seabrights, Wyandotte)

5. All Other Comb Clean Leg (AOCCL) (Ameraucana, Cornish, Buttercups)

6. Feather Legged (Cochins, Silkies)

7. Barnyard Mix

Class: Game Birds (all breeds)

Lot 8. Pheasant

9. Quail

10. Other

Class: Large Fowl Breeds

Lot

11. American (Plymouth Rocks, Rhode Island Reds, Wyandotte)

12. Asiatic (Cochins)

13. English (Australorps, Orpingtons)

14. Continental (Polish, Welsummers)

15. Mediterranean (Andalusians, Leghorns)

16. All Other Standard Breeds (AOSB) (Ameraucanas, Araucanas, Sumatras)

17. Barnyard Mix

Class: Turkeys (all breeds)

Lot 18. Gobbler

19. Hen

20. Poults

Class: Waterfowl (all breeds) Lot 21. Ducks 22. Geese

Division: RABBITS

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements.

May enter only one (1) exhibit per each Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: 1st Place 5 points 2nd Place 4 points 3rd Place 3 points

Class: Breeding Stock

Lot 1. Doe

2. Buck

3. Champion (Ribbon only)

Division: SHEEP

Registered (Katahdin, St. Croix, Royal White, etc.)

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements. (Sheep may not be shown in both Breeding and Market Classes. Breeding animals must be registered.)

Class: Senior Ewe

Lot 1. 2 - 3 years

2. 3 - 5 years

3. 5 years and older

Class: Senior Ram

Lot 4. 2 - 3 years

5. 3 - 5 years

6. 5 years and older

Class: Junior Ewe Lot 7. Under 5 months

8. 5 - 8 months

9. 8 - 12 months

10. 12 - 24 months

Class: Market Lambs

Class: Junior Ram

Lot 11. Under 5 months

12. 5 - 8 months

13. 8 - 12 months

14. 12 - 24 months

Class: Commercial Ewes

Lot 15. Under 5 months

16. 5 – 8 months

17. 8 – 12 months

18. 12 – 24 months

19. 2 - 3 years

20. 3 - 5 years

21. 5 years and older

Lots for Market lambs will be determined after animals are checked in and will be based on the weight of the lambs entered. The number of Lots will vary depending on the number of lambs entered in the Lincoln County Fair and the weight spread of those animals.

Division: SWINE

Animals must meet Arkansas Livestock & Poultry Commission Exhibition Health Requirements.

Cross-bred hogs will be eligible. Bred gilts will not be eligible. No shrinkage allowance will be made. Market hogs may be barrows or gilts.

Class: Swine

Lot

1. January Boar

2. February Boar

3. March Boar

4. April Boar

5. Senior Boar

6. January Sow

7. February Sow

8. March Sow

9. April Sow

10. Senior Sow

11. Market Hog (100-215 lbs.)

12. Market Hog (216-250 lbs.)

13. Champion Market Hog Rosette

14. Reserve Champion Market Hog Rosette

Division: AQUACULTURE

Junior and Senior Divisions the Same

Containers must be provided by exhibitor. May enter only one (1) exhibit per Lot number. All Exhibits will earn the following points upon merit: Blue Ribbon 3 points

Red Ribbon 2 points

White Ribbon 1 point

Class: Fryer Rabbits Lot: 4. Lightweight 5. Heavyweight 6. Champion (Ribbon only)

Class: Aquatic

Lot 1. Fresh Water Fish (2 in container)

2. Frog

3. Salt Water Fish (2 in container)

4. Tadpole (5 in container)

5. Toad

6. Miscellaneous

7. Other

Miss Lincoln County Pageant 2024

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