Dairy Cattle Judging Contests
- Practice Farms will be held on Friday, September 25. Locations will be announced soon.
- National Judging Contest will take place on Saturday, September 26.
- New in 2026 Educational Opportunity on Sunday, September 27
- Practical Contest is scheduled for Sunday, September 27.
A complete 2026 schedule of events, contest rules and regulations, sponsoring organizations, and entry information will be available soon
2026 Dairy Cattle Judging Contest Brochure
2026 Dairy Cattle Judging Contest Registration
Entry Deadline: September 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST
A link to purchase discounted admission tickets will be included in your confirmation email after registering your team. Admission tickets must be purchased via this link and not at the time of team registration.
2026 Dairy Cattle Judging Banquet Ticket Order Form
2026 Dairy Cattle Judging Contest Classes
National 4-H Contest |
National Intercollegiate Contest |
International Post-Secondary Contest |
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High Team: California High Individual: Braeden Bechel, Wisconsin |
High Team: University of Minnesota High Individual: Jacob Harbaugh, |
High Team: Modesto Junior College High Individual: Daniel Diniz, |
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2026 Full Results |
2026 Full Results |
2026 Full Results |
| 2026 Practical Contest Results |





