FARMINGTON – The hard work of many 4-H members and young farmers drew a crowd to the barns of the Farmington Fair Wednesday, for the Youth Market Show & Sale.
After a meet and greet period, the show’s judges awarded ribbons for animals raised throughout the 2017 season. Animals were then auctioned off, including steer, hogs, sheep, turkeys and hens, with the funds going toward their former owners. That money allows the young farmers to purchase supplies for next year’s market animals or fund side projects, such as raising other animals.
Great photography Scott! The excitement and enthusiasm of the kids shines through. Great to know there are young people who love farming and animals. Not all the animals look happy?
I’d like to thank all of the buyers who came to support these youth. It’s greatly appreciated. The kids work so hard throughout the year and it’s great to see their hard work paid off. Thanks again foraking a successful youth auction and bidding high!
I love the photos of the children exhibiting their animals — could I interest you in the exhibits for quilts and farm displays? I would love to see those things, and I’m sure many other Bulldog readers would, too. You have such an eye for the human side of these attractions. People lining up for the King and Queen, or toffee apples, or eating at one of the wonderful food service tents run by charities and churches would make great photos…
I have loved going to the Farmington Fair for nearly 50 years to see just these displays, but it’s very difficult to arrange now. Free parking doesn’t help much if walking is a painful chore. Other seniors have been saddened by the ticket price changes, although I do understand the financial pressure to maintain the fairgrounds.
At the fairs in my home state, tractors pull wagons with plank seats, picking up and depositing riders at the entrances of exhibit halls and parking areas. They move slowly, so they are not dangerous rides, and add so much for those who need a little extra help getting from here to there! The ride itself is a treat– fairs are such wonderful places to enjoy our rural lifestyle!
Kathleen, I agree that this year’s prices have been a challenge for people wanting to attend the fair. I wish there was a week-long pass price or some type of discount for going multiple times.
Jenn-they have a week pass for a family , individual or a student.
Beautiful pictures especially of the children & animals. Great job Scott. Thanks for the great pictures.
Kiddos who have a strong work ethic instilled. Many hours of hard work for these kids to get their animals to show- Great job! Keep our farm families alive and growing!