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2027 Junior Livestock Show Information Guide PO BOX 150 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76101-0150 | 817.877.2400 | FWSSR.COM I. JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW A. General • Livestock Premium List and Online Entry System will be available at FWSSR.COM on September 15. - Entries for the Junior Livestock Show must be submitted by the supervising County Extension Agent or Agricultural Science Teacher. - Signature forms must be completed and uploaded at time of entry. Forms are available at FWSSR.COM. - If you entered the 2026 Fort Worth Livestock Show, you will find your club listed in the entry system. You will then use your number assigned through Judging Card as your password. - If you do not have a password set up in the system, please fill out the New User Request form at FWSSR.COM, prior to November 9, 2026. - For any questions or if you need assistance, please contact the Livestock Department at 817-877-2400. - Forms of payment accepted: Credit Cards Debit Cards Business Check (must be postmarked by Nov. 21) • Entry deadline: November 16, 2026 @ 2 p.m. • Entries are legal, binding documents. An exhibitor who makes a material misrepresentation subjects themselves to being barred from all further competition. • Residue Avoidance Program remains in effect. • Increased Herdsman Awards- Dairy Cattle: 1st- $500 2nd- $250 3rd- $100 Heifers/Steers: 1st- $1,000 2nd- $750 3rd- $500 4th- $250 • New Junior Livestock Show Special Rule #9- Care of Stalls and Pens: - We prefer signage during junior shows to promote 4-H Clubs and FFA Livestock Programs. - No chairs in main alleys or barn aisles, no tarps or coverings or pens built in stalling / tie out areas. These issues will be more robustly enforced now, please encourage your families to bring less. JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW CHANGES & REMINDERS REMINDERS NEW 2027 REMINDER REMINDER • 4-H/FFA signage • Clear aisles Chairs in alleys and aisles impede traffic for exhibitors, animals and guests. Please help us in creating a safe, enjoyable experience for all!
2027 Junior Livestock Show Information Guide PO BOX 150 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76101-0150 | 817.877.2400 | FWSSR.COM presented by B. Junior Heifer Show • Entry Verification. Exhibitors will be responsible for obtaining and verifying their show number/entry to Superintendents at the McFarland Room in the Watt Arena from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., Thursday, January 21 and 8 a.m. until 11 a.m., Friday, January 22. • SHOW ORDER: Sat., January 23: 8:00 a.m. Brangus, Red Angus, Shorthorn 1:00 p.m. Beefmaster, Polled Hereford, Hereford 1:30 p.m. Maine-Anjou Sun., January 24: 8:00 a.m. Limousin, Charolais 1:00 p.m. Angus, Santa Gertrudis Mon., January 25: 8:00 a.m. Brahman, Simmental 1:00 p.m. Other Recorded Heifers, Simbrah • Junior Heifer Judges: - Angus, Maine-Anjou, Red Angus and Simmental: Bret Crow – Moulton, Alabama - Beefmaster, Brangus, Limousin, Santa Gertrudis and Other Recorded Heifers: Ryan Cotton – Ponce Inlet, Florida - Charolais, Hereford, Polled Hereford and Shorthorn: Marty Ropp – Normal, Illinois - Brahman and Simbrah: Glen Martin – Mason, Texas • Heifer Superintendent’s Beef Challenge - In 2026, seven scholarships were awarded ranging from $8,000 – $16,000 each for a total of $78,000. - Complete details will be available on FWSSR.COM on October 1. C. Junior Steer Show • All Weight/Breed cards due to Superintendent: 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 3. • Arrivals will begin at Trinity Park. Trinity Park will not be available until 8 a.m., Monday, February 1. • Judge: Frank Ward – Orland, California D. Junior Wether Lamb Show • Arrive: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 26 • Weight/Breed cards due to Superintendent: 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, January 26 • Show: Noon (each day), Wednesday, January 27 & Thursday, January 28 • Release: 8 a.m., Friday, January 29 • No initial bedding will be provided. • Judge: Mark Hoge – Good Hope, Illinois
2027 Junior Livestock Show Information Guide PO BOX 150 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76101-0150 | 817.877.2400 | FWSSR.COM E. Junior Barrow Show • All Barrows must weigh not less than 250 lbs. or more than 290 lbs. Any barrow that weighs more than 10 lbs. above or below its show weight will be disqualified. • Arrivals will begin at Trinity Park. Trinity Park will not be available until 8:00 a.m., Monday, February 1. • Weight/Breed cards due to Superintendent: 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, February 2 • No initial bedding will be provided. • Judge: Justin Rodibaugh – Rensselaer, Indiana F. Junior Dairy Cattle Show • A copy of the original registration certificate must be submitted at the time of entry. • Judge: Kyle Natzke – Cleveland, Wisconsin G. Junior Wether Goat Show • Arrive: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wednesday, January 27 • Weight/Breed cards due to Superintendent: 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 28 • One Day Show: 8 a.m., Friday, January 29 • Release: 8 a.m., Friday, January 29 • No initial bedding will be provided. • Judge: Caleb Boardman – Bryan, Texas H. Junior Breeding Sheep Show • Show: Thursday, January 21. • Separate shows for Dorper and White Dorper Breeds. Will show by teeth like all other breeds in Junior Show. • Judge: Dr. Brady Campbell – Ashland, Ohio THE AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT FUND INCREASES SUPPORT OF THE YOUTH OF TEXAS! - Continuing to provide $500 to the exhibitors of Champions and $250 to Reserve Champions in each division of the Junior Breeding Shows. Bonuses totaling $18,750! - Since 2015, the Agricultural Development Fund has committed additional premiums annually to exhibitors in the following Junior Shows: Barrows, Breeding Sheep, Dairy Cattle, Wether Lambs, Wether Goats and Youth Dairy Goats. - In 2027, the fund will again award $5,850 to the Junior Dairy Cattle, Junior Beef Heifer and Junior Steer Herdsman Award Winners! Grand Total Support = $208,200 for the 2027 Show NEW 2027 REMINDER
2027 Junior Livestock Show Information Guide PO BOX 150 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76101-0150 | 817.877.2400 | FWSSR.COM ROBOTICS AG junior challenge presented by A. Junior Agricultural Mechanics • Texas M.A.D.E. Promoting Mechanics, Agriculture, Development and Education through youth scholarship. Complete details will be available on FWSSR.COM on October 1. • All Divisions compete for Grand Champion and Reserve Champion of the Show. • Only projects started AFTER April 1, 2026 are eligible. B. Junior Ag Robotics Challenge • Friday, January 29 at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, conveniently located across Gendy Street, west of the Round Up Inn. • Junior and Senior Divisions can accommodate the first 40 Entries in each Division. Each County Extension Agent or Agricultural Science Teacher may enter up to 4 teams in each Division. - In Senior Division: • each member of Champion team gets a $2,500 scholarship and a trophy buckle. • each member of Reserve Champion team gets a $1,500 scholarship and a trophy buckle. • each member of 3rd Place team gets a $1,000 scholarship. II. COMPETITIONS & CONTESTS • Entry deadline is December 1, 2026 @ 2 p.m. - Entries for the competitions and contests must be submitted by the supervising County Extension Agent or Agricultural Science Teacher. - Complete entry instructions at FWSSR.COM same as in previous years under COMPETITIONS/CONTESTS - Forms of payment accepted: Credit Cards Debit Cards Business Check (must be postmarked by December 8) • Wool Judging Contest: Tuesday, January 26 • Additional Contests Offered: Dairy Cattle Judging, Floriculture, Goat Judging, Horse Judging, Meat Judging, Range & Pasture Plant Identification and Wildlife. NEW 2027
2027 Junior Livestock Show Information Guide PO BOX 150 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76101-0150 | 817.877.2400 | FWSSR.COM presented by III. CALF SCRAMBLE • 23 performances beginning January 15 through February 5 – 20 students per performance. • Calf Scramble Scholarship Program – An overall minimum of $21,500 will be awarded among 30 recipients. In 2026, there were 91 scholarships worth $588,000 awarded through our Calf Scramble Scholarship Program. • Entry Process - Entry applications will be available at FWSSR.COM on October 1. - Entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. After all the positions have been filled, the remaining applications will be kept on file and used on an as needed basis. IV. JUNIOR SHOW DATES Arrival: Show: Release: Ag Mechanics 7 a.m. – Noon, Fri., 1/15 Sat., 1/16 7 a.m., Mon., 1/18 Ag Robotics Fri., 1/29 Barrows 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Mon., 2/1 Wed., 2/3 & Thur., 2/4 Terminal Breeding 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Wed., 1/20 Thur., 1/21 5 p.m., Fri., 1/22 Sheep Dairy Cattle 8 a.m., Fri., 1/15 – Tues., 1/19 5 p.m.,Tues., 1/19 Noon, Sat., 1/16 Heifers 8 a.m., Thurs., 1/21 – Sat., 1/23, Sun., 1/24 6 a.m., Mon., 1/25 8 a.m., Fri., 1/22 & Mon., 1/25 Steers 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Tues., 2/2 Thurs., 2/4 & Fri., 2/5 6 a.m., Fri., 2/5 Wether Goats 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wed., 1/27 Fri., 1/29 8 a.m., Fri., 1/29 Wether Lambs 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Tues., 1/26 Wed., 1/27 & Thurs., 1/28 8 a.m., Fri., 1/29
2027 COLLEGE AG DAY SATURDAY, JANUARY 23 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (come and go as you please) CACTUS ROOM, AMON G. CARTER JR. EXHIBITS HALL BUILDING PARTICIPATING UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES: If you have any questions, please contact Molly Bell mbell@fwbg.org The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo and Fort Worth Botanic Garden invite students and their families to attend a college day designed for individuals interested in agricultural careers. Abilene Christian University Angelo State University East Texas A&M University – Commerce Kansas State University The Lincoln Memorial University – Richard A. Gillespie College of Veterinary Medicine Louisiana State University Louisiana Tech University Midwestern State University Oklahoma State University – Institute of Technology Stephen F. Austin State University Sul Ross State University Tarleton State University Texas A&M University Texas Christian University Texas Tech University Weatherford College
for fwssr SATURDAY, OCT. 3, 2026 Junior Shooting Sports Competition Sporting clay tournament OVER $25,000 in PREMIUMS • Open to Texas 4-H & FFA participants between 6th and 12th grade • Educational opportunities related to the shooting sports and wildlife/ land stewardship Aim for Education A merit-based scholarship program $20,000 in SCHOLARSHIPS • Available to High School Seniors competing in the FWSSR Junior Shooting Sports competition Questions? shootingsports@fwssr.com More information: FWSSR.COM CHARITY SHOOT SPONSORSHIPS LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAM/ VOLUNTEER ENTER A 4-H OR FFA SHOOTER
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