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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 1, 2009
Contacts:
Chris Wiseman, General Manager, (719) 924-0151, Chris.Wiseman@ag.state.co.us
Christi Lightcap, Dir. of Communications, (719) 924-0154, Christi.Lightcap@ag.state.co.us
2009 Colorado’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Junior Livestock Sale Brings in Over $350,000 for 4H & FFA Youth
PUEBLO, Colo. – The annual Colorado’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Junior Livestock Sale at the Colorado State Fair is one of the largest events of its kind in the state. According to preliminary totals, the 2009 sale drew in approximately $350,500 for Colorado’s 4-H and FFA youth.
“Our judges have commented about the high-quality animals they’ve seen this year at the Colorado State Fair and that is a direct reflection of the hard work performed by the kids participating in our livestock shows and sale,” said State Fair General Manager, Chris Wiseman.
The sale is instrumental in supporting the future of Colorado’s agribusiness as it demonstrates to youth the importance of raising quality livestock and the work required of those who pursue careers in agriculture. The sale also helps youth exhibitors raise money for college and to participate in future livestock projects. In 2008, the sale drew in $393,000.
“The Colorado State Fair would like to thank the generous buying groups who support Colorado’s youth in agriculture, without them this event would not be possible,” said Wiseman.
Some of tonight’s highlights include:
Grand Champion Beef $52,000 Sam Brown and Family
Grand Champion Hog $17,000 Pigskin Buckaroos
Grand Champion Lamb $10,000 Sam Brown and Family
Grand Champion Goat $2,000 TIC Canon Valley Electric
Grand Champion Rabbits $3,000 Friends of the Fair
Grand Champion Chickens $2,200 Friends of the Fair
A complete list of the sale results are attached and will be posted on www.coloradostatefair.com shortly.
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The 2009 Colorado State Fair will mark the Fair's 137th year as Colorado's premier celebration of agriculture. In addition to showcasing Colorado agriculture, the annual event features one of the country’s largest traveling carnivals, artwork, crafts, food competitions, thrilling rodeo action, a wide variety of food and merchandise booths and a Fiesta Day honoring Colorado's ties to Hispanic culture.
September 1, 2009
Contacts:
Chris Wiseman, General Manager, (719) 924-0151, Chris.Wiseman@ag.state.co.us
Christi Lightcap, Dir. of Communications, (719) 924-0154, Christi.Lightcap@ag.state.co.us
2009 Colorado’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Junior Livestock Sale Brings in Over $350,000 for 4H & FFA Youth
PUEBLO, Colo. – The annual Colorado’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Junior Livestock Sale at the Colorado State Fair is one of the largest events of its kind in the state. According to preliminary totals, the 2009 sale drew in approximately $350,500 for Colorado’s 4-H and FFA youth.
“Our judges have commented about the high-quality animals they’ve seen this year at the Colorado State Fair and that is a direct reflection of the hard work performed by the kids participating in our livestock shows and sale,” said State Fair General Manager, Chris Wiseman.
The sale is instrumental in supporting the future of Colorado’s agribusiness as it demonstrates to youth the importance of raising quality livestock and the work required of those who pursue careers in agriculture. The sale also helps youth exhibitors raise money for college and to participate in future livestock projects. In 2008, the sale drew in $393,000.
“The Colorado State Fair would like to thank the generous buying groups who support Colorado’s youth in agriculture, without them this event would not be possible,” said Wiseman.
Some of tonight’s highlights include:
Grand Champion Beef $52,000 Sam Brown and Family
Grand Champion Hog $17,000 Pigskin Buckaroos
Grand Champion Lamb $10,000 Sam Brown and Family
Grand Champion Goat $2,000 TIC Canon Valley Electric
Grand Champion Rabbits $3,000 Friends of the Fair
Grand Champion Chickens $2,200 Friends of the Fair
A complete list of the sale results are attached and will be posted on www.coloradostatefair.com shortly.
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The 2009 Colorado State Fair will mark the Fair's 137th year as Colorado's premier celebration of agriculture. In addition to showcasing Colorado agriculture, the annual event features one of the country’s largest traveling carnivals, artwork, crafts, food competitions, thrilling rodeo action, a wide variety of food and merchandise booths and a Fiesta Day honoring Colorado's ties to Hispanic culture.
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