The purpose of the award is to promote attractive and educational presentations of projects. All 4-H/Grange and FFA Groups showing the following market animals: Beef, Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Goats, Rabbits and Poultry are eligible to enter the contest. A sign identifying the group must be displayed. The Clean Pen for AgFest 2023 will have a Decoration component. An educational component MUST also be included as a part of your decorations. This is a great opportunity for youth to teach what they’ve learned! Judging will occur throughout the course of AgFest under the supervision of the Junior AgFest with input from Barn Chairs. Exhibits are scored on the following:
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Exhibits are scored on the following:
Educational Value: 15 Points (Must have Educational Component to compete)
| Points | Activity |
| 15 | Does exhibit have an educational component |
General Appearance: 75 points
| Points | Activity |
| 20 | Hallway: Swept and clear |
| 20 | Use of sign identifying 4-H club or FFA chapter |
| 15 | Cleanliness and appearance of animals |
| 10 | Condition of bedding |
| 5 | Neatness of tack and equipment |
| 5 | Decorations Reflecting Theme ABSOLUTELY NO DECORATIONS THAT BLOCK AIRFLOW THROUGH THE LIVESTOCK PEN AREAS. All decorations are to be above the top rail of the pens/stalls. No full height displays – ie: “Barns”. Name plates and/or small signage on front of pens is okay as long as it doesn’t block the entire pen face. |
Attendant(s) on Duty: 10 points
| Points | Activity |
| 5 | Attendant easily recognized and courteous |
| 5 | Is attendant willing to share knowledge and information |
TOTAL: 100 Points
Push brooms will be awarded to the top scorers (with Barn Chair approval) as follows:
- Beef: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Dairy: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Swine: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Sheep: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Goats: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Rabbits/Cavies: 4-H/Grange and FFA
- Poultry: 4-H/Grange and FFA