All livestock members should be aware of some changes being made this year.
Weigh-in Dates
Beef: February 22, 2022
Sheep/Goats: April 25, 2022
Hogs: Nominations open April 1, 2022 and are due May 2, 2022.
Beef Program Weights
Market Heifers: 1,075–1450 lb (Minimum weight increased)
Market Steers: 1,100–1,550 lb (No change)
Sheep/Goats Weights
The past rule states: Goats are to be born after December 1, 2021. Lambs are to be born after January 1, 2022.
To have a valid, enforceable rule for youthful animals, there will be a maximum weight allowed for animals that tag in on April 25, 2022.
- Goats cannot weigh over 85 lb on April 25, 2022. If they do they will not be a valid entry.
- Lambs cannot weigh over 125 lb on April 25, 2022. If they do they will not be a valid entry.
As a guideline to stay within the weight limits, birthdates are recommended as in previous years.
County Fair Weights for Sheep/Goats
Market Goats: 60–120 lb (maximum weight put in place)
Market Lambs: 105–170 lb (maximum weight put in place)
Extension Agent is allowed to “mouth” market wethers/does/ewes if there is reason.
Market Hog Program
Photo IDs will be required with hog nominations like 2021.
6 photos will be required: front view, rear view, both sides, and close up of each ear showing all of the notches.
State Fair Nominations
Animals being nominated for the state fair will need to work with Robyn Toft at the Colorado State Fair for DNA packets. We will not be forwarding retinal images for the state fair.
Please reach out to Bailey Schilling with any questions you may have.