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A livestock show is an event where livestock are exhibited and judged on certain phenotypical breed traits as specified by their respective breed standard. Species of livestock that may be shown include pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, horses, llamas and alpacas. [1] Poultry such as chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys and pigeons are also shown ...
An agricultural show is a public event exhibiting the equipment, animals, sports and recreation associated with agriculture and animal husbandry. The largest comprise a livestock show (a judged event or display in which breeding stock is exhibited), a trade fair, competitions, and entertainment.
A parade opened the fall show. Most exhibitors preferred the spring dates, so the Show was established as a March event, to fit in with a series of major livestock shows held around the country, establishing a regular circuit for exhibitor herds. [5] The following year, the event was given a name, the Texas Fat Stock Show. [5]
Thousands of Texans are eagerly awaiting the return of the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo on Jan. 12. The events, which run 23 days until Feb. 3, kick off the professional rodeo and livestock ...
Animal events. During the week of events, there will be livestock shows, horse shows and more. The week's schedule includes everything from 4-H horse shows featuring dressage and speed classes to ...
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, also called RodeoHouston or abbreviated HLSR, is the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world. It includes one of the richest regular-season professional rodeo events.
Farm animals are exhibited at agricultural shows, fairs, and other exhibitions. [1] In the US, 4-H is actively involved in youth participation in the exhibition of livestock at county and state fairs and dedicated livestock shows.
The American Royal is a livestock show, horse show, rodeo, and barbecue competition held each year in September – November at various sites in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. The Future Farmers of America (now the National FFA Organization ) was founded during the annual Royal.