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Below are helpful webinars, resources and policies that can guide the planning and execution of a well-organized, engaging, and successful county fair.
Learn more about the ins and outs of county fair management in this comprehensive seven-part webinar series covering topics like KDA updates, facilities management, judging resources and more.
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KDA Updates and Resources |
Passing Out Purples: Determining Breeds & Divisions. Hear from several different counties as they explain how different breeds are selected and categorized for their county fairs; market vs. breeding. |
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Picture Perfect: Social Media Marketing Backdrop. Increase visibility, engagement and impact by sharing stories, vidoes and behind-the-scenes glimpses of your county fair. Learn how Harvey County gained over 1 MILLION views during their fair week! |
The Price Is Right. Benefits, opportunities and helpful tools to get the most impact and community support from your premium livestock sales.
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Top Judge. Helpful tips for recruiting quality judges. |
Who's Who of County Fairs. Roles and responsibilities of Extension Agents, Fair Boards, Extension Councils and Program Development Committees; Selecting Species Superintendents. |
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Winning Facilities: Fairgrounds & Facility Improvements |
This four-part series discusses a variety of topics including superintendents, ribbons, first impressions, and grievance plans. Each webinar video has PowerPoint slides (PDF) available to view.
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Judges, Superintendents, Rules/Fairbook, Ribbons OH MY! |
What is the Public's First Impression of Your Fair? Topics include marketing messages, exhibits to highlight a VIBRANT 4-H program and serving the public in 4-H Concession Stands.
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Making the Ask! Inviting fairgoers to become a part of 4-H as a member or volunteer. |
Challenges or Opportunities? Extension Board or Fair Board, who does what? Complaints or Conflicts, steps to develop a grievance plan. |
This series of webinars is designed for county fair board members, Extension agents, and volunteers involved in local livestock fair management and leadership.
April 2024
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Roles and Responsibilities |
Awards |
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Insurance |
KDA Resources and Traceability |
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Premium Auctions |
Risk Management |
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Showmanship and Round Robin |
Tagging and ID Recommendations |
2022 County Fair Livestock Management Webinars
- Who's Who of County Fair
- Slides
- Check-In Systems 1
- Check-In Systems 2
- Fair Management Software 1
- Fair Management Software 2
- Recruiting Fair Board Members 1
- Recruiting Fair Board Members 2
- Safety First! Developing an Emergency Plan for the County Fair
- Premium Sales 1
- Premium Sales 2
- Judges 1
- Judges 2
- KDA - Updates, Resources and Tagging Recommendations
2020 County Fair Livestock Management Webinars
- K-State Research and Extension Role at Fairs & Shows (pdf via the Policy and Best Management Practices webpage)
- Kansas 4-H Youth Development Policy
- Consultative Judging of a 4-H Project Exhibit (pdf)
- Project Exhibit Judging Scoresheets - All score sheets and exhibit resources can be located on the Kansas State Fair information page.
- Officer Notebook Scoresheets can be located on the Officer Resources page.
Superintendents
- 4-H Project Exhibit: A Superintendent's Role (pdf)
- Superintendent General Project Check List (word)
- Superintendent Animal Project Check List (word)
- Supt "Ask" Letter Sample (word)
- Supt "Confirm" Letter Sample (word)
Judges
- Project Signs (11x17 pdf)
- Ribbon Explanation Signs (11x17 pdf)
- Parental Signs (11x17 pdf)
- 4-H Pledge Signs (11x17 pdf)
- Livestock Stall Cards (word)
- Horse Stall Cards (word)
- Rabbit/Poultry Cage Cards (word)
- Considerations when hiring a Food Stand Manager April 30 Zoom information in Tip Sheet and Tuesday Letter
- Riley County Food Stand Manager Job Description
- Cowley County Menus
- Edwards County Concession Stand Duty List
- Ellis County Concession Order Sheets
- Harvey County Rules and Procedures
- Harvey County Menu
- Kingman Fair Menu
- MIDWAY/RUSSELL MENU
- Miami County Concession Stand Guide
- Food Safety at the Food Stand (ppt)
- Food Safety at the Food Stand Pre-Test (word)
- Food Safety at the Food Stand Post-Test (word)