Dairy Cattle Section
Chemung County
2017 Fairbook Livestock/ Animal Science
Chemung County Fair 4-H Department 4-H Building phone number – 607-873-7357
Andrew Fagan – Extension Director Bernadette Raupers – Extension Resource Educator – 4-H Elaine Noble – Extension Program Educator – 4-H
2017 4-H Fair Theme: “4-H GROWS HERE” Thank you Chemung County Agriculture Society for your generous support of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County, the Chemung County 4-H program, youth, families, volunteers, and our community. Through your generous sponsorship, we are able to provide the community an exciting week of exhibits, contests and demonstrations at the Chemung County Fair. 2017 4-H Fair Theme –
Within the 4-H community, we all know that the 4-H colors are green and white. White is for purity and green representing nature's most common color is emblematic of youth, life, and growth. When we visualize the 4-H Clover we all know that the H’s stand for Head, Heart, Hands and Health. As 4-H’ers we pledge our Heads to clearer thinking, our Hearts to greater loyalty, our Hands to larger service, and our Health to better living, so going green can also mean living up to 4-H expectations and applying our 4-H pledge in all that we do. All 4-H clubs and members are encouraged to incorporate this year’s theme in any way you see fit. As you can see, it can be applied in almost any setting. We challenge you to incorporate the theme as you are planning your club displays, individual projects, and décor throughout the fair. We always look forward to seeing the creative and inspirational ways the theme is intertwined into so many aspects you are responsible for at the fair. We wish everyone an educational and fun Chemung County Fair. Ideas, Resources, Results Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County 425 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 Tel: 607.734.4453 - Fax: 607.734.7740http://chemung.cce.cornell.edu/
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Thank you to our 2017 4-H Fair Sponsors for your generous donations! Vulcraft Inc.- Chemung NY Byrne Dairy- Syracuse NY
2017 4-H FAIR SCHEDULE 4-H Building open 11:00 – 8:00 August 2 – 4 4-H Building open 11 – 9:00 August 5-7 JULY 10 DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES online– ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED LATE SATURDAY, July 30 Noon to 3:00 P.M. - Exhibits entered and judged 4-H Building - club displays may be set up. SUNDAY, July 31 12:00 to 4:00 P.M. - 4-H Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building NOON to 4:00 P.M. - Exhibits entered, judged and set up. At this time we will accept any entries not judged on Saturday. 4:00 P.M. - Rabbits MUST be in place. 6:00 P.M – Mandatory Rabbit meeting 6:00 P.M – Rabbit Official Weigh-in NO GENERAL PROJECTS ACCEPTED AFTER 4:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, August 3 9:30 A.M. - 4-H Dairy Show - Fitting and Showmanship - Dairy Show Ring 10:00 – Open Poultry Show 1:00 P.M. – 4-H Poultry Show 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building THURSDAY, August 4 9:00 A.M. - 4-H Goat Show 9:30 – Open Dairy Show 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building FRIDAY, August 5 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building 9:00 Open swine/Beef 9:00 Open Dairy Goat/Meat Goat/Sheep 1:00 P.M. - 4-H Rabbit / Cavy Knowledge
MONDAY, August 1 9:00 A.M. – 4-H Rabbit Show 12:00 pm Mandatory snack shack training 12:00 to 6:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building 6:00 P.M. - Mandatory Dairy/Livestock meeting 7:30 P.M. - Jr. Holstein Showmanship Classes 8:00 P.M. - Dairy and All Livestock in Place
SATURDAY, August 6 9:00 A.M. - 4-H Dog Show 9:00 A.M. - Rabbit/Cavy Showmanship 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building 6:00 P.M. - Livestock Auction - Dairy Ring
TUESDAY, August 2 9:00 Open Rabbit Show 8:00 A.M. – 4-H Weigh-in for Livestock 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4H Building 4:30 P.M. 4-H Beef and Swine Show 6:30 P.M - 4-H Dog Agility
SUNDAY, August 7 12:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building See Ag Society rules on release time for Animal Exhibits 7:00 pm Release time for general projects MONDAY, August 8 10:00 A.M. - After Fair Cleanup.
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GENERAL RULES No entry fee charged. Classes in this department are open to all enrolled 4-H members unless otherwise noted. 4-H members must be enrolled by County Deadline. Fair Passes are provided for each 4-H member and one adult per family. Fair passes will be handed out just before fair starts. They must be signed for. ALL 4-H ENTRIES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED SUBMITTED TO THE 4-H OFFICE OR ELECTRONICALLY ON OR BEFORE JULY 10. ABSOLUTELY NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE! EXHIBITS MUST BE REMOVED BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. SUNDAY, THE LAST DAY OF FAIR, BUT CANNOT BE REMOVED PRIOR TO THE RELEASE TIME OR PRIZE MONEY IS FORFEITED. Premiums: Due to economic uncertainty of this year, we are unsure if there will be premiums this year. If there are premiums, the following policy will be implemented: Prize money will be awarded at 4-H Recognition Event in the fall. Premium checks MUST BE CASHED WITHIN 90 DAYS of receiving, or they will be void. It will be assumed that any exhibitor that does not cash their check wishes to donate their premium money to the Chemung County 4-H Program. The county WILL NOT issues a second check for lost checks. Premiums to be paid as listed with respect to available funds. State Fair 4-H Projects (animal) – If you are interested in taking animals to show at State Fair, please see 4-H Educator. All State Fair entries are due to the County Educator by August 7, 2017 (subject to change due to State 4-H deadline). The exception to this is Dog State Fair entries which will be JULY 15th. Animal entries to State Fair are required to have office educator approval.
GENERAL INFORMATION DOUBLE ENTRY CARDS – Will be printed by office THE DANISH JUDGING SYSTEM – All 4-H judging is done on the Danish System. While it was originally developed for livestock, it has since been applied to all other 4-H judging. Under this system, each exhibit, be it a dress, flower, steer or presentation, is compared to the ideal for that category. Exhibits receive an Excellent (Blue), Good (Very Red), or White (good) award, as compared to the ideal. In a class of fifteen exhibits, there may be any combination of blues, reds, and whites including the possibility of all blue awards being given. Judges are asked to compare all exhibits to the ideal rather than to other exhibits. Clinics – there is a requirement that all exhibitors must attend at least 2 educational clinics. If the youth shows animals, at least one of these clinics must be related to animal science but are not required to be in the specie that the youth is showing in. Clinics are required by July 23rd. If you have any concerns, please contact the office.
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FITTING AND SHOWMANSHIP The purpose of the Dairy and Livestock Show is to teach the fundamentals of good dairy and livestock husbandry, to emphasize production and quality in farm animals, to stress the breeding of better livestock, to demonstrate the finer points of fitting showmanship, and to provide recognition for each year’s efforts.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY AND REGULATIONS Exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H by deadline set in the 4-H office of the current year. Exhibitors must show the animals they enter. Exhibitors and immediate families are limited to 25 total animals in Dairy and Livestock areas. a.
If an exhibitor has two entries in a class, the second entry must be shown by another 4-H’er. 4H’ers are limited to TWO entries per exhibitor per class in Dairy, Livestock, and Rabbit. Market Animals must follow sale rules.
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In emergency situations, exception can be made, but arrangements must be cleared with the 4-H Educator. Exceptions will not be made for school or work.
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Exhibitors should present a neat appearance at showing. 4-H members may NOT stay on the grounds overnight unless with a parent or guardian who is also staying overnight. All 4-H events and activities are completed by 9:00 pm.
GENERAL CARE RULES The 4-H Animal Science participants have a unique and major responsibility for the public image of animal husbandry throughout the county, and even state in which they live. In order to convey a positive public image with your 4-H projects we ask that all exhibitors follow these guidelines: A. Animals should arrive at fairgrounds relatively clean when unloaded from truck or trailer they should be relatively free of caked on or matted manure, dirt, and or mud. B. Animals bathing at the fair should not be the first of the year or even the first in the animal’s life-span. All animals should previously been introduced to hose, brush, water, etc = much less stress on animal. C. While at the fair all animals should be in clean dry bedding and fresh feed and or water at all times. Cleaning of stables and stalls should be completed by the start of any planned show in the livestock/dairy/market animal areas, as these are times when the public will be arriving and witnessing the care of the animals. D. At no time should any animal be struck or visibly abused with hand/foot or other instrument that is deemed cruel. No inappropriate language will be tolerated. Failure to adhere by the above guidelines will result in a strong warning the first time.* A second offense could result in suspension of participating in exhibiting animal entries in the 4-H venue for 1 year. *A severe offense could result in automatic removal from 4-H events/participation. Any and all decisions regarding these guidelines will be made in cooperation with the Grievance committee and 4-H staff.
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OWNERSHIP AND REGISTRATION OF ANIMALS All livestock must have been cared for by the exhibitor since June 1. Exhibitor Owned Animals: Animals shown in the purebred classes must be registered in the exhibitor’s name and entered by name and number. Exhibitors should bring their papers with them to the section superintendent when the animals are entered. All grade animals must have a project animal certificate. Members showing OWNED animals must supply: 1) Registration paper or project animal certificate 2) Health paper Non-Exhibitor Owned Animals: Philosophy of Non-Ownership is NOT AVAILABLE to youth already owning an animal of the species. Youth are limited to TWO NON-OWNED ANIMAL PER SPECIES in Horses, Dairy, and Livestock classes. These non-owned animals must meet all regulations (i.e., dates, registration, health, etc.) pertinent to that species. Members showing NON-OWNED animals must supply: 1) Registration paper or project animal certificate 2) Health paper 3) Non-Ownership Certificate Hay and Bedding: The Fair Association will NOT furnish hay or bedding for 4-H animals. Release Time: Sunday August 7, 2017 beginning at 7:00 pm. All animals must remain in place on Fairgrounds for length of time indicated in Fair Schedule. Open Class: 4-H exhibitors wishing to participate in individual Open Classes must comply with the open class entry closing date. Open Class Premium Books are available at the Fair Secretary’s Office.
Animal Health Requirements For Admission to New York State and County Fairs (Part 351 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Regulations) NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Animal Industry 10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235 518-457-3502 www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/AIHome.html Animal Health Requirements For Admission to New York State and County Fairs (Part 351 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Regulations) NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Animal Industry 10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235 518-457-3502 www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/AIHome.html General Prohibitions and Requirements • No person shall bring or have present an animal on the fairgrounds during a fair which is not qualified under NYS regulations. • No person shall present an interstate or intrastate certificate of veterinary inspection that has been altered by anyone other than the issuing veterinarian. • Animals demonstrating clinical signs or other evidence of infectious, contagious or communicable diseases shall not be allowed on the fairgrounds during a fair.
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Representatives of the Commissioner may deny admission to or require removal from the fair premises, or require the segregation of any animal showing signs of or exposed to any infectious, contagious or communicable disease. NOTE: The fair board of directors has the authority to reject unworthy or unsightly exhibits for reasons other than infectious, contagious or communicable disease (Part 350.10). The state veterinarian or animal health inspector will bring questionable exhibits to the attention of the fair board. All animals presented that originate from a location other than New York shall meet all New York State importation regulations appropriate to the species in addition to the fair animal health requirements.
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Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, llamas, alpacas, deer, and misc. ruminants, require a valid CVI to enter the fairgrounds. The CVI must be issued by a Category 2 accredited veterinarian. AI-202 (1/17) All animals must be officially identified. ALL MANMADE ID MUST BE RECORDED. Refer to Animal Identification section below for more information. Only one species is allowed per certificate. The type and duration of certificate required depends on the origin of the livestock.
New York Origin Livestock: • A valid intrastate CVI (AI-61) is required. • Each animal must be individually identified on the CVI (see below). • The CVI must be issued on or after May 1 of the current year. Out of State Origin Livestock: • All animals entering New York State must satisfy import health and test requirements for that species and be accompanied by a valid interstate CVI. • The interstate CVI is valid for 30 days from the date of CVI inspection. During the fair season (July 1 through Labor Day) valid CVI’s can be used multiple times for entrance into fairs. The initial entrance into a fair must be within 30 days of the date of CVI inspection. In order for the CVI to be used for a later fair, it must be dated and initialed by a state official noting the location of the initial fair. A change in health status or eligibility of an animal necessitates the generation of a new CVI. Questions regarding import requirements should be directed to the Division of Animal Industry at 518-457-3971, or at the division’s import/export homepage: http://www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/import_export.html Animal Identification ALL MANMADE ID MUST BE RECORDED Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, and deer/elk must be identified by USDA approved official identification. Cattle and deer/elk must be identified by official ear tag. Sheep and goats must be identified by official scrapie identification (see sheep and goat sections below).
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Swine must be identified by official ear tag. The only exception is nursing piglets. Nursing piglets do not have to be individually identified if the sow is correctly identified on the CVI and the number of piglets in the litter is noted on the CVI. Llamas and alpacas must be identified by official ear tag or microchip. Misc. ruminants must be identified by unique ear tag or microchip. A complete written description is sufficient identification for horses entering New York accompanied by a CVI. The description must match the EIA test record. Horse sketches and descriptions should reference color pattern, hair whorls, chestnuts, scars and other markings as necessary to uniquely identify the horse. Tattoos and microchips if any should be included. “Bay, no markings” is not an acceptable description for a CVI or EIA test record. NOTE: If you are exhibiting animals identified by microchip a working reader must be supplied by the exhibitor. For questions on animal identification please contact your veterinarian or our office at 518457-3502. Rabies Vaccination Rabies vaccination is required for all species for which there is a USDA licensed vaccine available (cattle, horses, sheep, dog, cat, ferret) and that are 4 months of age or older on the date of admission to the fair. AI-202 (1/17) Vaccine must have been administered within the past 12 months. The exception is Imrab LA vaccine used in sheep which protects for 3 years after the second annual vaccination (consult your veterinarian). The rabies vaccination requirement must be met on the day of admission even if the animal was previously admitted to a fair when too young to vaccinate. NOTE: Individual fairs can require animals for which there is no approved rabies vaccine to be vaccinated for rabies. The requirements outlined above would apply. The fair is responsible for notifying exhibitors. The New York State Fair requires rabies vaccination for all livestock species entering the grounds. Acceptable Proof of Rabies Vaccination Acceptable proof of rabies vaccination must include a signed written statement from the veterinarian administering the vaccine or a valid certificate of veterinary inspection that has the vaccination listed and is signed by the Category 2 accredited veterinarian. Acceptable proof of rabies vaccination must include the name of the product used, the date of administration and the duration of immunity if longer than one year. If the statement of rabies vaccination is included on an EIA test record, it must be signed separately in addition to the required EIA test record signature. NOTE: Rabies titers are not acceptable proof of rabies protection and cannot be used to meet entry requirements. Acceptable proof of vaccination for dogs is a valid vaccination certificate or a copy of the dog license that contains the rabies vaccination information. BVD-PI Testing All cattle, llamas and alpacas exhibited at NY county fairs or the State Fair must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVDPI). The testing veterinarian is responsible to make sure the proper test is conducted. This is a
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once in a lifetime test that must be reported on the required certificate of veterinary inspection. The issuing veterinarian is responsible for verifying the validity of the test, the identification of the animal and recording the test date on the CVI. If a previous test is not verifiable the test must be repeated. Cleaning and Disinfection All buildings on the fairgrounds housing animals must be cleaned and disinfected prior to the opening of the fair and between groups of animals when housing is rotated (Section 50.2 of Agriculture and Market regulations). Animal Deaths Occasionally animal deaths occur at a fair. If a death occurs it must be reported to the state veterinarian in charge as soon as possible for review. The animal must be promptly removed from the public exhibit area to a secure location and held for the veterinarian prior to disposal. Calving, Kidding, and Lambing Due to the concern about the spread of diseases, any cattle, sheep, or goats that are exhibited at a county fair that have recently given birth or have a vaginal discharge, will be ordered removed along with their offspring, unless the animals are part of a birthing demonstration. Commingling of Sheep and Cattle Due to the potential spread of malignant catarrhal fever from sheep to cattle, it is strongly recommended that cattle be kept separate from sheep. AI-202 (1/17) Commingling of Swine and Poultry Due to the potential spread of influenza viruses it is recommended that swine and poultry be housed in separate locations. Isolation on Returning Home The owner or custodian shall keep show animals biologically separate from the herd or flock for a period of at least two weeks after returning to the premises of origin. If any illness is noted in the exhibition animals the owner should contact their veterinarian immediately.
Individual Species Requirements Horses • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) is not required for New York origin horses. CVI is required for imported horses. • Negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test is required for all horses 6 months of age or older. The horse must be accompanied by a valid negative EIA test record. The test must have been conducted during the current or previous calendar years for New York origin horses. For imported horses, the test must be conducted within 12 months of entry. • The EIA test certificate must include a complete description of the horse. • Rabies vaccination is required for all horses 4 months of age or older (see above). • A valid GoPass equine passport can be used as an entry document. If interested in the GoPass contact your veterinarian. More information is available at GlobalVetLink : http://www.globalvetlink.com/
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Cattle • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • Rabies vaccination is required for all cattle 4 months of age or older (see above). • All cattle must be must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVD-PI). The date and results of the testing must be noted on the certificate of veterinary inspection. • All cattle must be vaccinated against bovine respiratory disease complex including bovine respiratory syncytial virus, bovine virus diarrhea, infectious bovine rhinotracheitis and parainfluenza with a product administered in a manner and time frame adequate to confer protective immunity for these diseases for the duration of the fair. Sheep • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals individually identified with USDA approved individual scrapie program identification. Identification must be one of the following: 1) USDA approved tags or 2) a legible USDA approved flock tattoo and individual animal ID number or 3) electronic ID if the sheep is enrolled in the Scrapie Flock Certification Program. For information on scrapie ID, contact USDA at 518858-1424. • Rabies vaccination is required for all sheep 4 months of age or older (see above). • The CVI must contain a written statement from the issuing Category 2 accredited veterinarian that the flock of origin was inspected after May 1 of the current year and no evidence of contagious, infectious or communicable diseases was found. • If evidence of soremouth (contagious ecthyma) is found on any sheep, the entire exhibit including the affected animals shall immediately be removed from the fair premises with the holding pens cleaned and disinfected immediately after removal. AI-202 (1/17) Goats • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals individually identified with USDA approved individual scrapie program identification. Identification must be one of the following: 1) USDA approved tags or 2) a legible registration tattoo or 3) a legible USDA approved herd tattoo and individual animal ID number or 4) electronic ID if the goat is enrolled in the Scrapie Flock Certification Program and/or the electronic ID is recorded on the goat’s registration paper. For information on scrapie ID, contact USDA at 518-858-1424. • The CVI must contain a written statement from the issuing Category 2 accredited veterinarian that the herd of origin was inspected after May 1 of the current year and no evidence of contagious, infectious or communicable diseases was found. • If evidence of soremouth (contagious ecthyma) is found on any goat, the entire exhibit including the affected animals shall immediately be removed from the fair premises with the holding pens cleaned and disinfected immediately after removal. Swine 10
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Llamas and Alpacas • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • All llamas and alpacas must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVD-PI). The date and results of the testing must be noted on the certificate of veterinary inspection. Poultry • Poultry (with the exception of doves, pigeons and waterfowl) must be accompanied by 1) results of a negative pullorum typhoid test conducted within 90 days prior to exhibition OR 2) proof that the birds originated directly from a US pullorum-typhoid clean flock or equivalent flock. • Pullorum qualified by 90 day test must be identified by official leg band. • Proof of NPIP status must be in the form of an NPIP certificate or purchase receipt containing NPIP certification information. If utilizing a receipt it must be dated within 1 year of the date of admission to the fair. Deer/Elk (Cervidae) • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • Originate from a herd classified as accredited or qualified under USDA tuberculosis regulations. • A movement permit obtained from the Division of Animal Industry is required for all deer movements. All CWD and TB program requirements must be met before a permit will be issued. Questions regarding movement permits should be directed to the Division of Animal Industry at 518-457-3971. Miscellaneous Ruminants • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). AI-202 (1/17)
Exhibitor Prefair Guidelines Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Swine, Llamas and Alpacas, Cervids, Misc. Ruminants • Review the animal health requirements booklet including information for your species before your veterinarian arrives to inspect your animals. If you have any questions ask. • Your veterinarian is responsible for inspecting your animals and completing the certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI). Call early to avoid the last minute rush when mistakes are made and there is no time to correct. • Make sure official eartags are present on cattle and swine and USDA approved scrapie ID is in place on sheep and goats. • Llamas and alpacas require a microchip or
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eartag. If a microchip is utilized make sure the veterinarian confirms the microchip ID or places one. ALL IDENTIFICATION MUST BE RECORDED. Make sure it is. Review the CVI carefully upon receipt to make sure all the information is correct including any required test or vaccination information. DO NOT stuff it in an envelope and assume all is well. The time to correct is before pulling them out at the fair. The CVI is your document and you share responsibility if it is incorrect. If you are importing livestock from out of state make sure the interstate requirements are met and you have a valid interstate certificate of veterinary inspection.
Poultry • Schedule pullorum flock inspection and testing well ahead of the fair if your flock is participating in the NPIP program. • If you’re having your birds tested within 90 days of the fair you must go to a pullorum clinic. Available clinics are listed on the Dept. website. No individual testing is available if you miss a clinic. • Birds qualified by 90 day test must be identified by official leg band. • Bring documentation with you to the fair in the form of a 1) current NPIP certificate, 2) 90 day test chart or 3) purchase receipt with NPIP certification within 1 year of the date of admission to the fair. Horses • For NY origin horses, negative EIA test chart must be dated this calendar year or the prior calendar year. • Imported horses must be accompanied by an interstate certificate of veterinary inspection with a negative EIA test within 12 months. Rabies vaccination information can be incorporated into the CVI. • Drawing or photograph must match the horse. • Rabies vaccination must be within 1 year of arrival at the fair and be documented by a signed rabies certificate or a signed statement on the EIA test chart with the required information (see requirements). AI-202 (1/17) MOST IMPORTANT When you are loading your livestock for the trip to the fair take the time to examine them. Makes sure they are the same animals that are on the paperwork and if they are showing any signs of illness LEAVE THEM HOME.
SECTION 01 - ANIMAL SCIENCE
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Manure removal from aisles and bedding and the final appearance of their area at the time of release.
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Animals clean and blankets acceptable and clean if used. Orderly storage of feed, hay, and straw and avoidance of unnecessary waste.
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Tools, buckets, feed boxes, and other items need to be in place. Name cards, need to be legible and properly hung.
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Repeated disregard of reasonable good Herdsmanship and cooperation will be penalized to the extent that the exhibitor will be refused the opportunity to exhibit in 4-H livestock projects the following year. All areas must be clean and neat by 10:00 am. Exhibitors class # is designated by 4-H’ers age as of Jan 1. Exhibitor will be judged on appearance of animal, appearance of exhibitor*, and presentation of animal in the ring. A 4-H’er who does not have their own dairy project may “borrow” an animal from another exhibitor so long as it is not a showmanship animal in a different age division and has been designated as a non-owner animal via form by June 1 of current year. MANDATORY FOR ALL LIVESTOCK/DAIRY PROJECTS: 4-H member must participate in showmanship and breed classes. Animal must be able to be controlled on halter, lead, and or cane, (species specific) while being exhibited. Any animal deemed dangerous by the 4-H fair Grievance committee will not be able to participate in classes or livestock sale due to liability. 4-H Educator will coordinate any grievance committee issues. Grievance Committee for 2017 will be made up of at least 3 Advisory Council members and the 4-H Superintendent from species that grievance has originated.
4-H ANIMAL PROJECT RECORDS Any 4-H club member raising a 4-H Club Project Animal MUST enter Project Records in each of the following classes. Records will be judged on accuracy, competence, and neatness. Class No. 0101 -Dog 0102 - Dairy 0103 - Sheep 0104 - Goat 0107- Rabbit 0108 - Horse 0109 - Poultry
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ANIMAL SCIENCE RELATED PROJECTS To be judged with general projects on Saturday or Sunday before fair. 0110
Hay Exhibit for growing calves and yearlings: bale at least 1 1/2 feet long and 9 inches square or 9 inches in diameter. The exhibitors must certify that they have hay of this quality available for feeding calves and yearlings during the winter.
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Show Box - painted and labeled - to contain necessary showing equipment. Judged on basis of adequate size, ruggedness, efficiency of stored equipment and role exhibitor had in planning, building, and painting the box.
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Blanket - made by the 4-H Club exhibitor and worn by the animal.
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Miscellaneous - any other article made for dairy, horse, small animal, or livestock project (rope, halter, etc.).
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Rabbit Cages Homemade wire rabbit cages made by exhibitor.
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Wool Fine - 64’s - 80’s
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Wool Medium - 56’s - 62’s
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Wool Course - 46’s - 54’s
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Novice Spinning - In this class the spinner must have learned to spin during the past year. The spin will supply a tied, 2 oz. skein of two-ply yarn. The spinner will state the device used to spin it. a) On the drop spindle b) on the wheel
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“Spindlefuls” - A spinner will provide a spindle full of single spun yarn of any fiber. The yarn is to be spun and/or displayed on a spindle that is suitable to both the fiber and the diameter of the yarn. This includes: a) drop spindle b) wheel bobbin
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Handspun Skein - Only one entry per class, per entrant. Each skein must have been spun by entrant. Work must have been completed during the past year, and not previously entered at Chemung County Fair. Each skein entry will consist of a 2-ounce minimum handspun natural fiber. Skeins should have a circumference of 1 1/2 to 2 yards and be neatly wound and tied securely in at least three places. Each skein must have at least a 3” x 3” knitted, crocheted or woven swatch attached. a) Single Ply - 2-ounce minimum (100% wool) b) Two or more ply - 4 ounce minimum (100% wool) c) Blend (wool & any other natural fiber together)
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A Handspinner’s yarn basket - one-pound minimum of yarn spun in any manner and displayed in a basket and intended for use in one project. On a card include a description of fiber technique used to spin the yarn and give its intended use. A pattern, sketch or sample swatch of project must be displayed. This class will be judged on craftsmanship and creativity.
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Knitted Items a) Accessories - Hat, Scarf, Mittens, etc. b) Garment c) Afghan
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Crocheted Items a) Accessories - Hat, Scarf, Mittens, etc. b) Garment c) Afghan
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Woven Item - WARP may be commercial a) Blanket b) Lap Robe or Shawl c) Any article of clothing d) Ag home furnishings - table runners, rug, etc.
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Wool Dying - Wool or yarn dyed by exhibitor using one of the following methods: a) Natural dyes (onionskins, plants, roots, bark, etc.) b) Commercial Dyes c) Kool-Aid
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Two or Three of Us - any item manufactured by 2 or 3 persons listing their part. Example: combination of spinners, weavers, knitters, etc.
NOTE: Ag Promotion Exhibit - See General project Fair Book
SECTION D - DAIRY CATTLE Open Show Superintendent – Mike Reese 4-H Superintendent – HORNS – Horns not permitted on cattle no older than Fall Calves and highly discouraged on any Dairy Cattle. * DRESS CODE - Appropriate dress consists of black or white pants or jeans (NO BLUE
JEANS), White or green shirt or a 4-H T-Shirt. Closed toed shoes only. Carol Mallory Memorial Award - Rotating trophy for best bred owned by exhibitor, with award for the 4-H member to take home. Carol was a long-time supporter of 4-H youth, was a 4-H leader as well as a member of Cornell Cooperative Extension Board of Directors. Class No. - Grade animals will be shown in the appropriate classes for their breed (A grade animal’s breed is determined by the breed of their sire). Please note that grades are not accepted in Open Show. Ayr. Junior Heifer Calf born on or after 3/1/17– 5/31/17 Winter Heifer Calf born 12/1/16 – 2/29/17 Fall Heifer Calf born 9/1/16 – 11/30/16 Summer Yearling born 6/1/16 – 8/31/16 Spring Yearling (not in milk) born 3/1/16 – 5/31/16 Winter Senior Yearling (not in milk) Born 12/1/15 – 2/28/16 Fall Yearling (not in milk) Born 9/1/15 – 11/30/15 Fall Yearling ( in milk) Born 9/1/15 – 11/30/15
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JUNIOR CHAMPION AND RESERVE – ROSETTE SUPREME HEIFER & Reserve SUPREME HEIFER(The Jr. & Reserve Jr. Champions of Each Breed compete) Jr. 2 yrs. Old born after Feb 28, 2014 & before Sept 1, 2015 Sr. 2 yrs. old born after Aug 31, 2014 & before March 1, 2015 Jr. 3 yrs. old Born after Feb 28, 2014 & before Sept 1, 2015 Sr. 3 yrs. old Born after Aug. 31, 2013 & before March 1, 2014 4 yrs. old Born after Aug. 31, 2012 & before Sept 1, 2013 5 yrs. Old Born after Aug. 31, 2011 & before Sept. 1, 2012 Aged Cow Born before Sept. 1, 2011 Dry Cow, 4 Year Old & Under Must have freshened at least once Dry Cow, 5 Year Old & Over Must have freshened at least once Cow in Milk Judged on udder alone ( limit 2 per exhibitor)
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SENIOR CHAMPION AND RESERVE - ROSETTE GRAND CHAMPION AND RESERVE– ROSETTE 4-H Milk & Basket Auction- Held in conjunction with the 4-H Livestock Sale. The Master & Reserve Master Showman will be auctioning off a basket. The Supreme Champion Cow will have a Milk Pitcher to auction off as well as the Grand and Reserve Grand Champion cows* from each breed. New this year- Only grand & reserve champions who are or have been in milk will qualify for a spot in the milk auction. We will be crowning a Supreme heifer & Reserve Supreme Heifer this year (with all breeds Junior Champions competing) That Supreme Heifer will get a smaller milk pitcher that will be auctioned off during the “Milk Auction”. * Animals must be 4 months old to show at State Fair. ** Cows shown in dry cow classes may not show in milking classes. Dry cows not shown in these classes may show in milking classes.
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First and second place Blue Ribbon winners are eligible to compete for Junior, Senior and Grand Champion.
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Best Bred by Exhibitor – Maximum of 2 per breed Best two females owned by exhibitor Daughter/Dam both owned by exhibitor Daughter bred by exhibitor Supreme Champion Heifer – Selected from the Junior/ Reserve Jr. Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Reserve Supreme Heifer – Selected from the Junior/Reserve Junior Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Reserve Supreme Champion – Selected from the Grand/Reserve Champions of each breed. The Reserve Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Supreme Champion – Selected from the Grand Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette.
Fitting & Showmanship – Mandatory for all exhibitors. Master showman class - 1st & 2nd places from all showmanship classes 03112-03114 will compete for Master Showman of Dairy Show. Class No.
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Senior Showman 15 & over as of January 1st Intermediate Showman 12-14 years of age as of January 1st Junior Showman 8- 11 years of age as of January 1st Cloverbud Showman 5-7 years of age as of January 1st.
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2017 Fairbook Livestock/ Animal Science
Chemung County Fair 4-H Department 4-H Building phone number – 607-873-7357
Andrew Fagan – Extension Director Bernadette Raupers – Extension Resource Educator – 4-H Elaine Noble – Extension Program Educator – 4-H
2017 4-H Fair Theme: “4-H GROWS HERE” Thank you Chemung County Agriculture Society for your generous support of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County, the Chemung County 4-H program, youth, families, volunteers, and our community. Through your generous sponsorship, we are able to provide the community an exciting week of exhibits, contests and demonstrations at the Chemung County Fair. 2017 4-H Fair Theme –
Within the 4-H community, we all know that the 4-H colors are green and white. White is for purity and green representing nature's most common color is emblematic of youth, life, and growth. When we visualize the 4-H Clover we all know that the H’s stand for Head, Heart, Hands and Health. As 4-H’ers we pledge our Heads to clearer thinking, our Hearts to greater loyalty, our Hands to larger service, and our Health to better living, so going green can also mean living up to 4-H expectations and applying our 4-H pledge in all that we do. All 4-H clubs and members are encouraged to incorporate this year’s theme in any way you see fit. As you can see, it can be applied in almost any setting. We challenge you to incorporate the theme as you are planning your club displays, individual projects, and décor throughout the fair. We always look forward to seeing the creative and inspirational ways the theme is intertwined into so many aspects you are responsible for at the fair. We wish everyone an educational and fun Chemung County Fair. Ideas, Resources, Results Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chemung County 425 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 Tel: 607.734.4453 - Fax: 607.734.7740http://chemung.cce.cornell.edu/
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Thank you to our 2017 4-H Fair Sponsors for your generous donations! Vulcraft Inc.- Chemung NY Byrne Dairy- Syracuse NY
2017 4-H FAIR SCHEDULE 4-H Building open 11:00 – 8:00 August 2 – 4 4-H Building open 11 – 9:00 August 5-7 JULY 10 DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES online– ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED LATE SATURDAY, July 30 Noon to 3:00 P.M. - Exhibits entered and judged 4-H Building - club displays may be set up. SUNDAY, July 31 12:00 to 4:00 P.M. - 4-H Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building NOON to 4:00 P.M. - Exhibits entered, judged and set up. At this time we will accept any entries not judged on Saturday. 4:00 P.M. - Rabbits MUST be in place. 6:00 P.M – Mandatory Rabbit meeting 6:00 P.M – Rabbit Official Weigh-in NO GENERAL PROJECTS ACCEPTED AFTER 4:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, August 3 9:30 A.M. - 4-H Dairy Show - Fitting and Showmanship - Dairy Show Ring 10:00 – Open Poultry Show 1:00 P.M. – 4-H Poultry Show 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building THURSDAY, August 4 9:00 A.M. - 4-H Goat Show 9:30 – Open Dairy Show 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building FRIDAY, August 5 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building 9:00 Open swine/Beef 9:00 Open Dairy Goat/Meat Goat/Sheep 1:00 P.M. - 4-H Rabbit / Cavy Knowledge
MONDAY, August 1 9:00 A.M. – 4-H Rabbit Show 12:00 pm Mandatory snack shack training 12:00 to 6:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4-H Building 6:00 P.M. - Mandatory Dairy/Livestock meeting 7:30 P.M. - Jr. Holstein Showmanship Classes 8:00 P.M. - Dairy and All Livestock in Place
SATURDAY, August 6 9:00 A.M. - 4-H Dog Show 9:00 A.M. - Rabbit/Cavy Showmanship 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building 6:00 P.M. - Livestock Auction - Dairy Ring
TUESDAY, August 2 9:00 Open Rabbit Show 8:00 A.M. – 4-H Weigh-in for Livestock 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in 4H Building 4:30 P.M. 4-H Beef and Swine Show 6:30 P.M - 4-H Dog Agility
SUNDAY, August 7 12:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. - Snack Shack open in the 4-H Building See Ag Society rules on release time for Animal Exhibits 7:00 pm Release time for general projects MONDAY, August 8 10:00 A.M. - After Fair Cleanup.
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GENERAL RULES No entry fee charged. Classes in this department are open to all enrolled 4-H members unless otherwise noted. 4-H members must be enrolled by County Deadline. Fair Passes are provided for each 4-H member and one adult per family. Fair passes will be handed out just before fair starts. They must be signed for. ALL 4-H ENTRIES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED SUBMITTED TO THE 4-H OFFICE OR ELECTRONICALLY ON OR BEFORE JULY 10. ABSOLUTELY NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE! EXHIBITS MUST BE REMOVED BEGINNING AT 7:00 P.M. SUNDAY, THE LAST DAY OF FAIR, BUT CANNOT BE REMOVED PRIOR TO THE RELEASE TIME OR PRIZE MONEY IS FORFEITED. Premiums: Due to economic uncertainty of this year, we are unsure if there will be premiums this year. If there are premiums, the following policy will be implemented: Prize money will be awarded at 4-H Recognition Event in the fall. Premium checks MUST BE CASHED WITHIN 90 DAYS of receiving, or they will be void. It will be assumed that any exhibitor that does not cash their check wishes to donate their premium money to the Chemung County 4-H Program. The county WILL NOT issues a second check for lost checks. Premiums to be paid as listed with respect to available funds. State Fair 4-H Projects (animal) – If you are interested in taking animals to show at State Fair, please see 4-H Educator. All State Fair entries are due to the County Educator by August 7, 2017 (subject to change due to State 4-H deadline). The exception to this is Dog State Fair entries which will be JULY 15th. Animal entries to State Fair are required to have office educator approval.
GENERAL INFORMATION DOUBLE ENTRY CARDS – Will be printed by office THE DANISH JUDGING SYSTEM – All 4-H judging is done on the Danish System. While it was originally developed for livestock, it has since been applied to all other 4-H judging. Under this system, each exhibit, be it a dress, flower, steer or presentation, is compared to the ideal for that category. Exhibits receive an Excellent (Blue), Good (Very Red), or White (good) award, as compared to the ideal. In a class of fifteen exhibits, there may be any combination of blues, reds, and whites including the possibility of all blue awards being given. Judges are asked to compare all exhibits to the ideal rather than to other exhibits. Clinics – there is a requirement that all exhibitors must attend at least 2 educational clinics. If the youth shows animals, at least one of these clinics must be related to animal science but are not required to be in the specie that the youth is showing in. Clinics are required by July 23rd. If you have any concerns, please contact the office.
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FITTING AND SHOWMANSHIP The purpose of the Dairy and Livestock Show is to teach the fundamentals of good dairy and livestock husbandry, to emphasize production and quality in farm animals, to stress the breeding of better livestock, to demonstrate the finer points of fitting showmanship, and to provide recognition for each year’s efforts.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY AND REGULATIONS Exhibitors must be enrolled in 4-H by deadline set in the 4-H office of the current year. Exhibitors must show the animals they enter. Exhibitors and immediate families are limited to 25 total animals in Dairy and Livestock areas. a.
If an exhibitor has two entries in a class, the second entry must be shown by another 4-H’er. 4H’ers are limited to TWO entries per exhibitor per class in Dairy, Livestock, and Rabbit. Market Animals must follow sale rules.
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In emergency situations, exception can be made, but arrangements must be cleared with the 4-H Educator. Exceptions will not be made for school or work.
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Exhibitors should present a neat appearance at showing. 4-H members may NOT stay on the grounds overnight unless with a parent or guardian who is also staying overnight. All 4-H events and activities are completed by 9:00 pm.
GENERAL CARE RULES The 4-H Animal Science participants have a unique and major responsibility for the public image of animal husbandry throughout the county, and even state in which they live. In order to convey a positive public image with your 4-H projects we ask that all exhibitors follow these guidelines: A. Animals should arrive at fairgrounds relatively clean when unloaded from truck or trailer they should be relatively free of caked on or matted manure, dirt, and or mud. B. Animals bathing at the fair should not be the first of the year or even the first in the animal’s life-span. All animals should previously been introduced to hose, brush, water, etc = much less stress on animal. C. While at the fair all animals should be in clean dry bedding and fresh feed and or water at all times. Cleaning of stables and stalls should be completed by the start of any planned show in the livestock/dairy/market animal areas, as these are times when the public will be arriving and witnessing the care of the animals. D. At no time should any animal be struck or visibly abused with hand/foot or other instrument that is deemed cruel. No inappropriate language will be tolerated. Failure to adhere by the above guidelines will result in a strong warning the first time.* A second offense could result in suspension of participating in exhibiting animal entries in the 4-H venue for 1 year. *A severe offense could result in automatic removal from 4-H events/participation. Any and all decisions regarding these guidelines will be made in cooperation with the Grievance committee and 4-H staff.
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OWNERSHIP AND REGISTRATION OF ANIMALS All livestock must have been cared for by the exhibitor since June 1. Exhibitor Owned Animals: Animals shown in the purebred classes must be registered in the exhibitor’s name and entered by name and number. Exhibitors should bring their papers with them to the section superintendent when the animals are entered. All grade animals must have a project animal certificate. Members showing OWNED animals must supply: 1) Registration paper or project animal certificate 2) Health paper Non-Exhibitor Owned Animals: Philosophy of Non-Ownership is NOT AVAILABLE to youth already owning an animal of the species. Youth are limited to TWO NON-OWNED ANIMAL PER SPECIES in Horses, Dairy, and Livestock classes. These non-owned animals must meet all regulations (i.e., dates, registration, health, etc.) pertinent to that species. Members showing NON-OWNED animals must supply: 1) Registration paper or project animal certificate 2) Health paper 3) Non-Ownership Certificate Hay and Bedding: The Fair Association will NOT furnish hay or bedding for 4-H animals. Release Time: Sunday August 7, 2017 beginning at 7:00 pm. All animals must remain in place on Fairgrounds for length of time indicated in Fair Schedule. Open Class: 4-H exhibitors wishing to participate in individual Open Classes must comply with the open class entry closing date. Open Class Premium Books are available at the Fair Secretary’s Office.
Animal Health Requirements For Admission to New York State and County Fairs (Part 351 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Regulations) NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Animal Industry 10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235 518-457-3502 www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/AIHome.html Animal Health Requirements For Admission to New York State and County Fairs (Part 351 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Regulations) NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Animal Industry 10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235 518-457-3502 www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/AIHome.html General Prohibitions and Requirements • No person shall bring or have present an animal on the fairgrounds during a fair which is not qualified under NYS regulations. • No person shall present an interstate or intrastate certificate of veterinary inspection that has been altered by anyone other than the issuing veterinarian. • Animals demonstrating clinical signs or other evidence of infectious, contagious or communicable diseases shall not be allowed on the fairgrounds during a fair.
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Representatives of the Commissioner may deny admission to or require removal from the fair premises, or require the segregation of any animal showing signs of or exposed to any infectious, contagious or communicable disease. NOTE: The fair board of directors has the authority to reject unworthy or unsightly exhibits for reasons other than infectious, contagious or communicable disease (Part 350.10). The state veterinarian or animal health inspector will bring questionable exhibits to the attention of the fair board. All animals presented that originate from a location other than New York shall meet all New York State importation regulations appropriate to the species in addition to the fair animal health requirements.
Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) • • • • •
Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, llamas, alpacas, deer, and misc. ruminants, require a valid CVI to enter the fairgrounds. The CVI must be issued by a Category 2 accredited veterinarian. AI-202 (1/17) All animals must be officially identified. ALL MANMADE ID MUST BE RECORDED. Refer to Animal Identification section below for more information. Only one species is allowed per certificate. The type and duration of certificate required depends on the origin of the livestock.
New York Origin Livestock: • A valid intrastate CVI (AI-61) is required. • Each animal must be individually identified on the CVI (see below). • The CVI must be issued on or after May 1 of the current year. Out of State Origin Livestock: • All animals entering New York State must satisfy import health and test requirements for that species and be accompanied by a valid interstate CVI. • The interstate CVI is valid for 30 days from the date of CVI inspection. During the fair season (July 1 through Labor Day) valid CVI’s can be used multiple times for entrance into fairs. The initial entrance into a fair must be within 30 days of the date of CVI inspection. In order for the CVI to be used for a later fair, it must be dated and initialed by a state official noting the location of the initial fair. A change in health status or eligibility of an animal necessitates the generation of a new CVI. Questions regarding import requirements should be directed to the Division of Animal Industry at 518-457-3971, or at the division’s import/export homepage: http://www.agriculture.ny.gov/AI/import_export.html Animal Identification ALL MANMADE ID MUST BE RECORDED Cattle, sheep, goats, swine, and deer/elk must be identified by USDA approved official identification. Cattle and deer/elk must be identified by official ear tag. Sheep and goats must be identified by official scrapie identification (see sheep and goat sections below).
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Swine must be identified by official ear tag. The only exception is nursing piglets. Nursing piglets do not have to be individually identified if the sow is correctly identified on the CVI and the number of piglets in the litter is noted on the CVI. Llamas and alpacas must be identified by official ear tag or microchip. Misc. ruminants must be identified by unique ear tag or microchip. A complete written description is sufficient identification for horses entering New York accompanied by a CVI. The description must match the EIA test record. Horse sketches and descriptions should reference color pattern, hair whorls, chestnuts, scars and other markings as necessary to uniquely identify the horse. Tattoos and microchips if any should be included. “Bay, no markings” is not an acceptable description for a CVI or EIA test record. NOTE: If you are exhibiting animals identified by microchip a working reader must be supplied by the exhibitor. For questions on animal identification please contact your veterinarian or our office at 518457-3502. Rabies Vaccination Rabies vaccination is required for all species for which there is a USDA licensed vaccine available (cattle, horses, sheep, dog, cat, ferret) and that are 4 months of age or older on the date of admission to the fair. AI-202 (1/17) Vaccine must have been administered within the past 12 months. The exception is Imrab LA vaccine used in sheep which protects for 3 years after the second annual vaccination (consult your veterinarian). The rabies vaccination requirement must be met on the day of admission even if the animal was previously admitted to a fair when too young to vaccinate. NOTE: Individual fairs can require animals for which there is no approved rabies vaccine to be vaccinated for rabies. The requirements outlined above would apply. The fair is responsible for notifying exhibitors. The New York State Fair requires rabies vaccination for all livestock species entering the grounds. Acceptable Proof of Rabies Vaccination Acceptable proof of rabies vaccination must include a signed written statement from the veterinarian administering the vaccine or a valid certificate of veterinary inspection that has the vaccination listed and is signed by the Category 2 accredited veterinarian. Acceptable proof of rabies vaccination must include the name of the product used, the date of administration and the duration of immunity if longer than one year. If the statement of rabies vaccination is included on an EIA test record, it must be signed separately in addition to the required EIA test record signature. NOTE: Rabies titers are not acceptable proof of rabies protection and cannot be used to meet entry requirements. Acceptable proof of vaccination for dogs is a valid vaccination certificate or a copy of the dog license that contains the rabies vaccination information. BVD-PI Testing All cattle, llamas and alpacas exhibited at NY county fairs or the State Fair must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVDPI). The testing veterinarian is responsible to make sure the proper test is conducted. This is a
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once in a lifetime test that must be reported on the required certificate of veterinary inspection. The issuing veterinarian is responsible for verifying the validity of the test, the identification of the animal and recording the test date on the CVI. If a previous test is not verifiable the test must be repeated. Cleaning and Disinfection All buildings on the fairgrounds housing animals must be cleaned and disinfected prior to the opening of the fair and between groups of animals when housing is rotated (Section 50.2 of Agriculture and Market regulations). Animal Deaths Occasionally animal deaths occur at a fair. If a death occurs it must be reported to the state veterinarian in charge as soon as possible for review. The animal must be promptly removed from the public exhibit area to a secure location and held for the veterinarian prior to disposal. Calving, Kidding, and Lambing Due to the concern about the spread of diseases, any cattle, sheep, or goats that are exhibited at a county fair that have recently given birth or have a vaginal discharge, will be ordered removed along with their offspring, unless the animals are part of a birthing demonstration. Commingling of Sheep and Cattle Due to the potential spread of malignant catarrhal fever from sheep to cattle, it is strongly recommended that cattle be kept separate from sheep. AI-202 (1/17) Commingling of Swine and Poultry Due to the potential spread of influenza viruses it is recommended that swine and poultry be housed in separate locations. Isolation on Returning Home The owner or custodian shall keep show animals biologically separate from the herd or flock for a period of at least two weeks after returning to the premises of origin. If any illness is noted in the exhibition animals the owner should contact their veterinarian immediately.
Individual Species Requirements Horses • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) is not required for New York origin horses. CVI is required for imported horses. • Negative Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) test is required for all horses 6 months of age or older. The horse must be accompanied by a valid negative EIA test record. The test must have been conducted during the current or previous calendar years for New York origin horses. For imported horses, the test must be conducted within 12 months of entry. • The EIA test certificate must include a complete description of the horse. • Rabies vaccination is required for all horses 4 months of age or older (see above). • A valid GoPass equine passport can be used as an entry document. If interested in the GoPass contact your veterinarian. More information is available at GlobalVetLink : http://www.globalvetlink.com/
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Cattle • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • Rabies vaccination is required for all cattle 4 months of age or older (see above). • All cattle must be must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVD-PI). The date and results of the testing must be noted on the certificate of veterinary inspection. • All cattle must be vaccinated against bovine respiratory disease complex including bovine respiratory syncytial virus, bovine virus diarrhea, infectious bovine rhinotracheitis and parainfluenza with a product administered in a manner and time frame adequate to confer protective immunity for these diseases for the duration of the fair. Sheep • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals individually identified with USDA approved individual scrapie program identification. Identification must be one of the following: 1) USDA approved tags or 2) a legible USDA approved flock tattoo and individual animal ID number or 3) electronic ID if the sheep is enrolled in the Scrapie Flock Certification Program. For information on scrapie ID, contact USDA at 518858-1424. • Rabies vaccination is required for all sheep 4 months of age or older (see above). • The CVI must contain a written statement from the issuing Category 2 accredited veterinarian that the flock of origin was inspected after May 1 of the current year and no evidence of contagious, infectious or communicable diseases was found. • If evidence of soremouth (contagious ecthyma) is found on any sheep, the entire exhibit including the affected animals shall immediately be removed from the fair premises with the holding pens cleaned and disinfected immediately after removal. AI-202 (1/17) Goats • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals individually identified with USDA approved individual scrapie program identification. Identification must be one of the following: 1) USDA approved tags or 2) a legible registration tattoo or 3) a legible USDA approved herd tattoo and individual animal ID number or 4) electronic ID if the goat is enrolled in the Scrapie Flock Certification Program and/or the electronic ID is recorded on the goat’s registration paper. For information on scrapie ID, contact USDA at 518-858-1424. • The CVI must contain a written statement from the issuing Category 2 accredited veterinarian that the herd of origin was inspected after May 1 of the current year and no evidence of contagious, infectious or communicable diseases was found. • If evidence of soremouth (contagious ecthyma) is found on any goat, the entire exhibit including the affected animals shall immediately be removed from the fair premises with the holding pens cleaned and disinfected immediately after removal. Swine 10
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Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above).
Llamas and Alpacas • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • All llamas and alpacas must be negative to an approved test appropriate to detect Bovine Viral Diarrhea persistent infection (BVD-PI). The date and results of the testing must be noted on the certificate of veterinary inspection. Poultry • Poultry (with the exception of doves, pigeons and waterfowl) must be accompanied by 1) results of a negative pullorum typhoid test conducted within 90 days prior to exhibition OR 2) proof that the birds originated directly from a US pullorum-typhoid clean flock or equivalent flock. • Pullorum qualified by 90 day test must be identified by official leg band. • Proof of NPIP status must be in the form of an NPIP certificate or purchase receipt containing NPIP certification information. If utilizing a receipt it must be dated within 1 year of the date of admission to the fair. Deer/Elk (Cervidae) • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). • Originate from a herd classified as accredited or qualified under USDA tuberculosis regulations. • A movement permit obtained from the Division of Animal Industry is required for all deer movements. All CWD and TB program requirements must be met before a permit will be issued. Questions regarding movement permits should be directed to the Division of Animal Industry at 518-457-3971. Miscellaneous Ruminants • Certificate of Veterinary Inspection with animals properly identified (see Animal Identification section above). AI-202 (1/17)
Exhibitor Prefair Guidelines Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Swine, Llamas and Alpacas, Cervids, Misc. Ruminants • Review the animal health requirements booklet including information for your species before your veterinarian arrives to inspect your animals. If you have any questions ask. • Your veterinarian is responsible for inspecting your animals and completing the certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI). Call early to avoid the last minute rush when mistakes are made and there is no time to correct. • Make sure official eartags are present on cattle and swine and USDA approved scrapie ID is in place on sheep and goats. • Llamas and alpacas require a microchip or
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eartag. If a microchip is utilized make sure the veterinarian confirms the microchip ID or places one. ALL IDENTIFICATION MUST BE RECORDED. Make sure it is. Review the CVI carefully upon receipt to make sure all the information is correct including any required test or vaccination information. DO NOT stuff it in an envelope and assume all is well. The time to correct is before pulling them out at the fair. The CVI is your document and you share responsibility if it is incorrect. If you are importing livestock from out of state make sure the interstate requirements are met and you have a valid interstate certificate of veterinary inspection.
Poultry • Schedule pullorum flock inspection and testing well ahead of the fair if your flock is participating in the NPIP program. • If you’re having your birds tested within 90 days of the fair you must go to a pullorum clinic. Available clinics are listed on the Dept. website. No individual testing is available if you miss a clinic. • Birds qualified by 90 day test must be identified by official leg band. • Bring documentation with you to the fair in the form of a 1) current NPIP certificate, 2) 90 day test chart or 3) purchase receipt with NPIP certification within 1 year of the date of admission to the fair. Horses • For NY origin horses, negative EIA test chart must be dated this calendar year or the prior calendar year. • Imported horses must be accompanied by an interstate certificate of veterinary inspection with a negative EIA test within 12 months. Rabies vaccination information can be incorporated into the CVI. • Drawing or photograph must match the horse. • Rabies vaccination must be within 1 year of arrival at the fair and be documented by a signed rabies certificate or a signed statement on the EIA test chart with the required information (see requirements). AI-202 (1/17) MOST IMPORTANT When you are loading your livestock for the trip to the fair take the time to examine them. Makes sure they are the same animals that are on the paperwork and if they are showing any signs of illness LEAVE THEM HOME.
SECTION 01 - ANIMAL SCIENCE
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Manure removal from aisles and bedding and the final appearance of their area at the time of release.
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Conduct, cooperation, and appearance of exhibitors.
Repeated disregard of reasonable good Herdsmanship and cooperation will be penalized to the extent that the exhibitor will be refused the opportunity to exhibit in 4-H livestock projects the following year. All areas must be clean and neat by 10:00 am. Exhibitors class # is designated by 4-H’ers age as of Jan 1. Exhibitor will be judged on appearance of animal, appearance of exhibitor*, and presentation of animal in the ring. A 4-H’er who does not have their own dairy project may “borrow” an animal from another exhibitor so long as it is not a showmanship animal in a different age division and has been designated as a non-owner animal via form by June 1 of current year. MANDATORY FOR ALL LIVESTOCK/DAIRY PROJECTS: 4-H member must participate in showmanship and breed classes. Animal must be able to be controlled on halter, lead, and or cane, (species specific) while being exhibited. Any animal deemed dangerous by the 4-H fair Grievance committee will not be able to participate in classes or livestock sale due to liability. 4-H Educator will coordinate any grievance committee issues. Grievance Committee for 2017 will be made up of at least 3 Advisory Council members and the 4-H Superintendent from species that grievance has originated.
4-H ANIMAL PROJECT RECORDS Any 4-H club member raising a 4-H Club Project Animal MUST enter Project Records in each of the following classes. Records will be judged on accuracy, competence, and neatness. Class No. 0101 -Dog 0102 - Dairy 0103 - Sheep 0104 - Goat 0107- Rabbit 0108 - Horse 0109 - Poultry
0105 - Swine 0106 - Beef
ANIMAL SCIENCE RELATED PROJECTS To be judged with general projects on Saturday or Sunday before fair. 0110
Hay Exhibit for growing calves and yearlings: bale at least 1 1/2 feet long and 9 inches square or 9 inches in diameter. The exhibitors must certify that they have hay of this quality available for feeding calves and yearlings during the winter.
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Show Box - painted and labeled - to contain necessary showing equipment. Judged on basis of adequate size, ruggedness, efficiency of stored equipment and role exhibitor had in planning, building, and painting the box.
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Blanket - made by the 4-H Club exhibitor and worn by the animal.
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Miscellaneous - any other article made for dairy, horse, small animal, or livestock project (rope, halter, etc.).
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Rabbit Cages Homemade wire rabbit cages made by exhibitor.
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Wool Fine - 64’s - 80’s
0116
Wool Medium - 56’s - 62’s
0117
Wool Course - 46’s - 54’s
Persons entering this section must have spun the wool and made the item themselves. 0118
Novice Spinning - In this class the spinner must have learned to spin during the past year. The spin will supply a tied, 2 oz. skein of two-ply yarn. The spinner will state the device used to spin it. a) On the drop spindle b) on the wheel
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“Spindlefuls” - A spinner will provide a spindle full of single spun yarn of any fiber. The yarn is to be spun and/or displayed on a spindle that is suitable to both the fiber and the diameter of the yarn. This includes: a) drop spindle b) wheel bobbin
0120
Handspun Skein - Only one entry per class, per entrant. Each skein must have been spun by entrant. Work must have been completed during the past year, and not previously entered at Chemung County Fair. Each skein entry will consist of a 2-ounce minimum handspun natural fiber. Skeins should have a circumference of 1 1/2 to 2 yards and be neatly wound and tied securely in at least three places. Each skein must have at least a 3” x 3” knitted, crocheted or woven swatch attached. a) Single Ply - 2-ounce minimum (100% wool) b) Two or more ply - 4 ounce minimum (100% wool) c) Blend (wool & any other natural fiber together)
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A Handspinner’s yarn basket - one-pound minimum of yarn spun in any manner and displayed in a basket and intended for use in one project. On a card include a description of fiber technique used to spin the yarn and give its intended use. A pattern, sketch or sample swatch of project must be displayed. This class will be judged on craftsmanship and creativity.
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Knitted Items a) Accessories - Hat, Scarf, Mittens, etc. b) Garment c) Afghan
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Crocheted Items a) Accessories - Hat, Scarf, Mittens, etc. b) Garment c) Afghan
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Woven Item - WARP may be commercial a) Blanket b) Lap Robe or Shawl c) Any article of clothing d) Ag home furnishings - table runners, rug, etc.
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Wool Dying - Wool or yarn dyed by exhibitor using one of the following methods: a) Natural dyes (onionskins, plants, roots, bark, etc.) b) Commercial Dyes c) Kool-Aid
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Two or Three of Us - any item manufactured by 2 or 3 persons listing their part. Example: combination of spinners, weavers, knitters, etc.
NOTE: Ag Promotion Exhibit - See General project Fair Book
SECTION D - DAIRY CATTLE Open Show Superintendent – Mike Reese 4-H Superintendent – HORNS – Horns not permitted on cattle no older than Fall Calves and highly discouraged on any Dairy Cattle. * DRESS CODE - Appropriate dress consists of black or white pants or jeans (NO BLUE
JEANS), White or green shirt or a 4-H T-Shirt. Closed toed shoes only. Carol Mallory Memorial Award - Rotating trophy for best bred owned by exhibitor, with award for the 4-H member to take home. Carol was a long-time supporter of 4-H youth, was a 4-H leader as well as a member of Cornell Cooperative Extension Board of Directors. Class No. - Grade animals will be shown in the appropriate classes for their breed (A grade animal’s breed is determined by the breed of their sire). Please note that grades are not accepted in Open Show. Ayr. Junior Heifer Calf born on or after 3/1/17– 5/31/17 Winter Heifer Calf born 12/1/16 – 2/29/17 Fall Heifer Calf born 9/1/16 – 11/30/16 Summer Yearling born 6/1/16 – 8/31/16 Spring Yearling (not in milk) born 3/1/16 – 5/31/16 Winter Senior Yearling (not in milk) Born 12/1/15 – 2/28/16 Fall Yearling (not in milk) Born 9/1/15 – 11/30/15 Fall Yearling ( in milk) Born 9/1/15 – 11/30/15
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Brown Swiss 0302
Guernsey
Holstein
Jersey
0303
0304
0305
Milking Shorthorn 0306
0308
0309
0310
0311
0312
0313
0314
0315
0316
0317
0318
0319
0320
0321
0322
0323
0324
0325
0326
0327
0328
0329
0330
0331
0332
0333
0334
0335
0336
0337
0338
0339
0340
0341
0342
0343
0344
0345
0346
0347
0348
0301 0307
JUNIOR CHAMPION AND RESERVE – ROSETTE SUPREME HEIFER & Reserve SUPREME HEIFER(The Jr. & Reserve Jr. Champions of Each Breed compete) Jr. 2 yrs. Old born after Feb 28, 2014 & before Sept 1, 2015 Sr. 2 yrs. old born after Aug 31, 2014 & before March 1, 2015 Jr. 3 yrs. old Born after Feb 28, 2014 & before Sept 1, 2015 Sr. 3 yrs. old Born after Aug. 31, 2013 & before March 1, 2014 4 yrs. old Born after Aug. 31, 2012 & before Sept 1, 2013 5 yrs. Old Born after Aug. 31, 2011 & before Sept. 1, 2012 Aged Cow Born before Sept. 1, 2011 Dry Cow, 4 Year Old & Under Must have freshened at least once Dry Cow, 5 Year Old & Over Must have freshened at least once Cow in Milk Judged on udder alone ( limit 2 per exhibitor)
0349
0350
0351
0352
0353
0354
0355
0356
0357
0358
0359
0360
0361
0362
0363
0364
0365
0366
0367
0368
0369
0370
0371
0372
0373
0374
0375
0376
0377
0378
0379
0380
0381
0382
0383
0384
0385
0386
0387
0388
0389
0390
0391
0392
0393
0394
0395
0396
0397
0398
0399
03100
03101
03102
03103
03104
03105
03106
03107
03108
SENIOR CHAMPION AND RESERVE - ROSETTE GRAND CHAMPION AND RESERVE– ROSETTE 4-H Milk & Basket Auction- Held in conjunction with the 4-H Livestock Sale. The Master & Reserve Master Showman will be auctioning off a basket. The Supreme Champion Cow will have a Milk Pitcher to auction off as well as the Grand and Reserve Grand Champion cows* from each breed. New this year- Only grand & reserve champions who are or have been in milk will qualify for a spot in the milk auction. We will be crowning a Supreme heifer & Reserve Supreme Heifer this year (with all breeds Junior Champions competing) That Supreme Heifer will get a smaller milk pitcher that will be auctioned off during the “Milk Auction”. * Animals must be 4 months old to show at State Fair. ** Cows shown in dry cow classes may not show in milking classes. Dry cows not shown in these classes may show in milking classes.
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First and second place Blue Ribbon winners are eligible to compete for Junior, Senior and Grand Champion.
SPECIAL CLASSES 03109 03110 03111 03112 03113 03114
03115
Blue
Red
White
Best Bred by Exhibitor – Maximum of 2 per breed Best two females owned by exhibitor Daughter/Dam both owned by exhibitor Daughter bred by exhibitor Supreme Champion Heifer – Selected from the Junior/ Reserve Jr. Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Reserve Supreme Heifer – Selected from the Junior/Reserve Junior Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Reserve Supreme Champion – Selected from the Grand/Reserve Champions of each breed. The Reserve Supreme Champion is a large Rosette. Supreme Champion – Selected from the Grand Champions of each breed. The Supreme Champion is a large Rosette.
Fitting & Showmanship – Mandatory for all exhibitors. Master showman class - 1st & 2nd places from all showmanship classes 03112-03114 will compete for Master Showman of Dairy Show. Class No.
03112 03113 03114 03115
Senior Showman 15 & over as of January 1st Intermediate Showman 12-14 years of age as of January 1st Junior Showman 8- 11 years of age as of January 1st Cloverbud Showman 5-7 years of age as of January 1st.
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