Livestock Judging Contest 2026
There will be a Livestock Clinic on Saturday February 21, 9am-12pm, at the Petaluma-Marin Fairgrounds in Petaluma-in the Dairy Ring.
The annual 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging contest will be held at the Petaluma-Marin Fairgrounds in Petaluma on April 25th from 9am to 2pm. Check in will begin at 8:30am.
*Petaluma-Marin Fairgrounds-175 Fairgrounds Dr, Petaluma, CA 94952
Pre-registration and payment will be required for the contest. We will be using our computerized program again for scoring and will want to begin data entry before the contest. Deadline for registration is April 17, 2026.
2026 Livestock Judging Registration
The contest will feature classes of Beef, Swine, Sheep, and Meat Goats. In addition there will be sets of reasons.
$10 entry fee, event will occur rain or shine.
This is an excellent opportunity to improve your judging skills to help you with project animal selection and also provide you with a positive experience to improve your public speaking skills. 4-H members may wear their 4-H uniforms or appropriate attire (blazer, slacks) for reasons. Reasons will be required to receive individual and team awards. This event is open to all 4-H club and FFA Chapter members in California. Awards will be given to high scoring individuals and teams.