Agriculture & Natural Resources
Agriculture & Natural Resources
Our program provides education, training and technical assistance to individuals and businesses concerned with profitable agriculture.
Welcome to the 2026 Logan County Youth Market Steer Show!
We’re excited to kick off another year of learning, leadership, and livestock! This program is more than just a show—it’s an opportunity for youth to gain hands-on experience in animal care, marketing, and responsibility while connecting with our local agricultural community. Whether you’re a first-time exhibitor or a returning participant, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Explore the details below and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
Program Overview
The Logan County 4-H/FFA Market Steer Show is a terminal livestock program designed to teach youth responsibility, animal science, marketing, and leadership. All steers will be processed after the show unless the exhibitor opts for the State Fair route.
The Steer Show is Sponsored by Logan County Cattlemen’s Association. For more information, please contact Leann Martin at leann.martin@uky.edu or call the Logan County Extension office at 270-726-6323.
Animal Requirements
- Must register at December weigh-in to participate
- No market heifers, bulls, or horns (must be dehorned & healed by April weigh-in)
- Weight: Minimum 1,000 lbs on Show Day
- Halter broken by April weigh-in (mandatory)
- Up to 3 steers may be weighed in, but only 2 can be shown
- Steers must remain tagged throughout the program
Parent & Exhibitor Expectations
- Attend January meeting (mandatory)
- Help with cleanup after show & sale
- Write thank-you notes to buyers (cards provided)
Sale & Carcass Contest
- All steers sold at live auction after the show
- Carcass contest judged at Hampton’s Premium Meats; results announced in fall
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Eligiblity
Who Can Participate:
- 4-H: Ages 9–19 as of Jan 1, 2026
- FFA: 9th grade through 3 years post-graduation
- Jr. Cattlemen: Ages 9–19; must complete training
Education Requirement
- 4-H & Jr. Cattlemen: Complete 6 hours of educational training by April 14, 2026
New for 2026
- Sponsorship Requirement:
- Each exhibitor must secure 5 sponsors (at least 2 new) before April weigh-in
- Must also secure 1 carcass buyer (counts toward the 5)
- University of Kentucky Implant Study:
- Optional, free growth-promoting implant program for steers
Show Day Details
- Steers shown by weight classes; Top 5 overall plus Logan Proud awards
- Showmanship Contest by age group:
- Juniors (9–12), Intermediate (13–15), Seniors (16+)
- Dress code: Collared shirt, clean jeans, boots for Show & Sale
What Is Agriculture and Natural Resources?
Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) is a program area of the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Extension ANR programs are part of the outreach program of the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
Departmental specialists, researchers, and county agents develop and implement ANR programs. In addition to production agriculture, a small staff of Extension Associates provides focused assistance to state and county staff on interdisciplinary and critical-need programs. These programs may deal with the interface between production agriculture and environmental stewardship. Associates also address the relationship between farmers and non-farm rural and urban citizens. Our programs make a difference in the lives of millions of Kentuckians through research-based education.
Working with our other land grant partner, Kentucky State University, we extend the resources of the University to the people in their local communities. County agents serve as the link between people in every Kentucky county and experts in the universities. They coordinate and provide educational programs for the public through meetings and workshops, field days, personal communications, and web or satellite broadcasts. Agents also provide publications, newsletters, computer programs, videos, and other educational materials.
Leann Martin
Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources
(270) 726-6323 leann.martin@uky.edu Logan County Extension Office 255 John Paul Rd., Russellville, Kentucky 42276-1946