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Qualifying Shows and Awards Levels

Qualifying Award Levels

Overall Grand Champion

Animal was selected as the overall Grand Champion of the Show and competed against all breed winners to receive this honor.

Overall Reserve Grand Champion

Animal was selected as the overall Reserve Grand Champion of the Show and competed against all breeds to receive this honor.

Breed/Division Grand Champion

Animal was selected as the Breed/Division Grand Champion of the particular breed they were exhibiting in. NOTE: This is the highest honor at various shows when an overall Grand Champion is not selected.

Breed/Division Reserve Grand Champion

Animal was selected as the Breed/Division Reserve Grand Champion of the particular breed they were exhibiting in. Only awarded for select state and national shows. NOTE: This is the second highest honor at various shows when an overall Reserve Grand Champion is not selected.

Qualifying National and State Shows

Alabama State Fair – Montgomery, AL
National Peanut Festival – Dothan, AL
Alabama State Market Hog Show – Montgomery, AL
Alabama National Fair – Montgomery, AL
National Western Stock Show – Denver, CO
Delaware State Fair – Harrington, DE
Florida State Fair – Tampa, FL
Georgia National Fair – Perry, GA
Georgia National Livestock Show & Rodeo – Perry, GA
NJSA SE Regional – Perry, GA
Georgia State Fair – Macon, GA
All Iowa Showdown – Osceola, IA
Iowa State Fair – Des Moines, IA
The Exposition – Des Moines, IA
Illinois State Fair – Springfield, IL
Team Purebred Summer Jr. National – Springfield, IL
Indiana State Fair – Indianapolis, IN
Kansas State Fair – Hutchinson, KS
Kentucky State Fair – Louisville, KY
NJSA National Jr. Summer Spectacular
North American Int. Livestock Exposition (NAILE) – Louisville, KY
Eastern States Exposition – W Springfield, MA
Maryland State Fair – Timonium, MD
Team Purebred Eastern Regional – Timonium, MD
Michigan Livestock Expo – East Lansing, MI
UP State Fair – Escanaba, MI
Fifth Third MI State Fair (sheep and goats) – Novi, MI
NJSA & Team Purebred Jr. Barrow Classic – Austin, MN
Minnesota State Fair – St. Paul, MN
American Royal Livestock Show – Kansas City, MO
Missouri Cattleman’s Association Jr. Cattlemen Show – Sedalia, MO
Missouri State Fair – Sedalia, MO
Ozark Empire Fair – Springfield, MO
Team Purebred Mid-South Regional – Greenwood, MS
North Carolina State Fair – Raleigh, NC
North Dakota State Fair – Minot, ND
Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Livestock Exposition – Omaha, NE
Nebraska State Fair – Grand Island, NE
New Jersey State Fair – Augusta, NJ
NJSA Eastern Regional – Hamburg, NY
New York State Fair – Syracuse, NY
Ohio State Fair – Columbus, OH
Keystone Int. Livestock Exposition – Harrisburg, PA
Pennsylvania Farm Show – Harrisburg, PA
South Carolina State Fair – Columbia, SC
Central State Fair – Rapid City, SD
South Dakota State Fair – Huron, SD
Delta State Fair – Memphis, TN
Mid-South Fair – Southaven, TN
Tennessee State Fair – Nashville, TN
State Fair of Virginia – Doswell, VA
World Beef Expo – Milwaukee, WI
Wisconsin State Fair – West Ellis, WI
State Fair of West Virginia – Lewisburg, WV
National Jr American Salers Show
National Jr Angus Show
National Jr Charolais Show
National Jr Chianina Show
National Jr Gelbvieh Show
National Jr Hereford Show
National Jr Limousin Show
National Jr Maine-Anjou Show
National Jr Shorthorn Show
National Jr Simmental Show

Rules and Eligibility

Awards earned in the current year may qualify. Applications received after December 15 of the current year will not be considered.
Applications must be received by December 15.
Must be a 4-H or FFA member.
Only the highest award will be issued per animal, per year.
Only one (1) award will be presented per applicant.
Jackpot, Prospect or Open Show winners are not eligible for awards.
Rate of Gain, Carcass, Showmanship, or Pen group winners are not eligible for awards.
Kent Show Feeds, Kent, and/or Blue Seal feed(s) must be the only feed fed. Animals must be fed the recommended amounts through project completion.
A high-quality backdrop color photograph must be provided.
For applicants 14 and older, a signed “Consent, Release & Grant of Rights” must be received within 30 days of online application submission.
Proof of feed purchases and/or award received may be required.

Native Kennel Program Terms & Conditions

The Native Kennel Program is open to legal residents of the United States and its territories at least 18 years of age except where prohibited by or restricted by law. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Participation in the Program is free and no initial purchase is required. Program available to US-based kennels who care for at least eight (8) or more dogs. Kennel should be directly involved in the breeding and/or housing of dogs, and must fed and recommend Native Performance Dog Food. Limit one membership per household, per email. Member must provide valid and accurate personal information when enrolling in the program.

Program and/or qualifying products may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. Free bag max value: $50. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing.

Pet Food Frequent Buyer Program Terms & Conditions

The Pet Food Frequent Buyer Program is open to legal residents of the United States and its territories and Canada at least 18 years of age except where prohibited by or restricted by law. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Participation in the Program is free and no initial purchase is required. Limit one membership per household, per email. Member must provide valid and accurate personal information when enrolling in the program.

Program and/or qualifying products may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing.

Show Awards Terms & Conditions

The Show Awards Program is open to legal residents of the United States and its territories and Canada except where prohibited by or restricted by law. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Applicant must provide valid and accurate personal information when submitting award.

Program and/or qualifying products may be modified or discontinued at any time without notice. See Rules and Eligibility for additional program parameters. Limit one award per calendar year. Please allow 6-8 weeks for processing. Awards receiving jackets may take additional time.

Membership Qualifications

Program available to US-based kennels who care for at least eight (8) or more dogs. Kennel should be directly involved in the breeding and/or housing of dogs, and must feed and recommend Native Performance Dog Food.

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