Poultry, Goat champions selected

Two more champions were selected Thursday for the Illinois State Fair Sale of Champions IFB's Ken Kashian provided the video during yesterday's poultry judging.

John Hawkins

Published: Aug 10, 2012

The Grand Champion Poultry Meat Pen was shown by 16-year old Jennie Foster of Paxton. The reserve champion pen was exhibited by Bailey Hunt of Sycamore.

Last night, the Grand Champion Meat Goat wether was shown by 11-year old Tara Hummel of Cabery. The reserve champion was exhibited by Kaitlyn Ryan of Viola.

At the Junior Livestock Show today, the champion barrow and wether will be selected. The Governor's Sale of Champions will be held next Tuesday evening. Illinois Farm Bureau will present the champion and reserve champion exhibitors with a framed photo of their accomplishment.

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