SLV Fair: Sheep

Yes! The weight requirements for lambs are that the lamb must be at least 100 pounds and have gained a minimum of 30 pounds from their weigh-in weight. There is no maximum weight limit for market lambs.

Market lambs must be born on or after December 15, 2024. 

The ownership deadline for all lambs(breeding & market) to be shown at fair is May 1. This applies to both ownership and possession of the animal. Unless you have filed a lease or off-site boarding agreement with the Extension Office, the animal MUST be at your house and under your full care (not at a breeder's or fitter's), by May 1.

You are more than welcome to bring in your own bedding to both County and State Fair. Shavings will be available for purchase at County Fair. See the smiling faces in the Fair Office to arrange purchase. 

For Colorado State Fair, you will need to pre-order bedding when you enter or bring your own. There are no shavings or bedding available for purchase on site at Colorado State Fair. 

Sheep, in both the breeding and market divisions, have the chance to be classified into divisions for a more accurate judging experience.

Divisions include: Pure-bred(AOB), Speckled Face, Natural and Crossbreds. The Crossbred division, for the market show, will also be divided into light, medium and heavy weights.  Check the Rule Book for more information on how many animals are required for a division and qualifying characteristics.