I am thrilled to be part of the Merced community once again, working with the incredible team at the Merced County Fair, said OLeary-Collins. 403 F Street Los Banos, CA 93645 Phone: (209) 826-5166 Fax: (209) 826-8737. The sale was created as an alternative for youth, after the Merced County Fair was canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 2023 Merced County Fair Dairy Replacement Heifer Program and Independent Exhibitor Applications are now available. Various 4-H and FFA chapters have been featured and highlighted by the Merced County Fair leading up to the Virtual Livestock Sale. I am thrilled to be part of the Merced community once again, working with the incredible team at the Merced County Fair, said OLeary Collins. Thank you for a different, yet successful sale! The 2023 Merced County Fair Dairy Replacement Heifer Program and Independent Exhibitor Applications are now available. The key to getting a good price for an animal no matter if its a lamb, a pig or a beef, is a good marketing campaign before the fair even starts, Regalo said. 2023 - Merced County Times. <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Check Out Our 2023 Highlight Video Here! Daily Schedule. The fair said it has already received $30,000 in add-on bids from local businesses Yosemite Farm Credit and Dr. J.L. Terri O'Leary-Collins. And best of allyoull get to grab your favorite fair foods, and then stay and eat if you want! Elk Grove police seek more victims. Market beef, market goats, market sheep, market swine, market rabbits, market poultry and replacement heifers will be included in the sale. Just because there isn't a fair this year doesn't mean you still can't get your fair food fix! Or your company could sign up as a sponsor! This is a cash only event. Dawn has a longstanding history in agriculture growing up on a 5th generation farm in Sebastopol, CA where her family raised sheep and cattle, she showed 4-H and FFA, went on to compete nationally on a livestock judging team, began as a high school ag teacher and now . The average per pound selling prices at the 2011 fair are as follows: The average price per pound for goats was $5.77, beef was $2.35 per pound, the average price per pound for lambs was $5.33, for swine the figure was $3.38 per pound and rabbit meat pens (3 rabbits per pen) were sold for an average price of $194. Then the students, the judges and all the great fair supporters did what they always do. Sunny. The Virtual Livestock Sale, which took place June 11 13 on StockShowAuctions.com, saw the sale of 26 rabbits, 15 dairy replacement heifers and 374 fat stock, generating $521,008! Jonathan Whitaker serves as the Chief Editor for Mid Valley Publications and oversees the Merced County Times and the Atwater-Winton Times Newspapers. Southern California Fair & Event Center. The top FFA overall Round Robin Showmanship winners stand tall with their ribbons. The 2021 Merced County Fair's modified in-person Livestock Show and Sale begins this Thursday, June 10 and runs until Friday, June 11. Merced County Fair Board directors, led by President Vicky Banaga, presented Carole Dietz with their Service Award during a ceremony at the Jr. Livestock Auction last Saturday. Merced County Fair. The modified in-person Livestock Sale, which will take place on Sat, 6/12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. will feature nearly 500 hard-working 4-H and FFA members! Additionally, Livestock Staff will be available for questions. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.. A clear sky. Junior Livestock Auction Sale Book. Exhibits and Livestock Issues Photo Gallery Governmental Organizational Relationship . Mid-Valley Publications was founded by John Derby, who retired in 2004 as Publisher, though he continues to provide a guiding hand in daily operations of the company. 2021 Merced County Fair's Livestock Show & Sale It isn't just about raising the animal, part of the project is promoting the animal to get people to bid on it.". Welcome to the 2023 MERCED COUNTY SPRING FAIR . This years Livestock Show and Sale at the Merced County Fair held without the carnival rides, midway attractions and entertainment brought in a record total in sales. Indulge in your Fair Food Favorites such as corn dogs, hamburgers, kettle corn, ICEEs, cinnamon rolls and more! The Virtual Livestock Sale, which will take place from Thurs, 6/11 at 8 a.m.. Enter Your Exhibit. Guy Gary Spring Fair Manager. Local business back on dry land after disastrous flooding, State composting bill will soon take effect in county, Oh, yes, its Ladies Night at the Italo-American Lodge, Margaret Peterson, longtime Mercedian, loving family member, friend. Lake Tahoe has higher concentration of microplastics than ocean trash heap. The average price per head for the Bred Replacement Heifers was $3,592. Established in 1964, Mid-Valley Publications (MVP) is an employee-owned group of five weekly community newspapers in Merced and Stanislaus counties. However, the fair is moving forward with plans to hold a virtual junior livestock auction in June. Call the Merced County Admin Office at (209) 722-1506. Barns 2-5 (Dairy) Barn 6 (Sheep/Goats & Beef Cattle Chutes) Barn 7 (Swine) Barns 8-9 (Swine) Barn 10 (Beef Cattle) Sheep & Goat Pavilion Replacement Heifer Sale Replacement Heifer Sale Book Junior Livestock Auction Sale Book Location: Police responded to calls of a shooting just after 11:30 p.m. Sunday. We cant wait to be back at the fairgrounds celebrating the 2021 Merced County Fair, June 9 13! 6/7/2023 - 6/11/2023 Merced, CA Merced County Spring Fair. Hot. The team from the El Capitan Hotel and the Mainzer theater in downtown Merced participated in the Merced County Fair livestock auction. "This was the coolest auction we've ever had," he said, compared to the warmer temperatures at past fairs before the fair moved from July to June. Terri brings over four decades of experience in livestock shows, most recently as the Livestock Superintendent for The Big Fresno Fair, a position she has held for the past eight years and will continue on a . May Day Parade. The Merced County Fair Board of Directors, management and Livestock Department are excited to move forward with an in-person modified livestock show and sale for Merced County's hard-working 4-H and A total of 531 beef, goats, sheep, swine, rabbits and chickens were sold generating $750,969.86 in sales/add-ons. The Merced county Fair Livestock Show takes place Thursday, June 10 through Friday, June 11. Joe Biden to forgive $39 billion in student loan debt. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: You have permission to edit this article. We are happy to welcome Terri to our Merced County Fair team leading our Livestock Department, said Teresa Burrola, CEO of the Merced County Fair. These livestock events help to create the next generation of men and women in agriculture and by participating in these events, 4-H, FFA and Independent students not only have the opportunity to showcase and sell their animal projects, but also learn responsibility and gain agribusiness experience. "Our community is very supportive of these young people, especially considering the economic times," said Regalo, adding, "Buyers are staying all day at the auction to support the kids and keep the prices up." Fair Dates: Wednesday, May 3 Sunday, May 7, 2023 Grand Marshal Livestock Replacement Heifer Sale Book Junior Livestock Auction Sale Book Daily Schedule Ticket Information Contact 403 F Street Los Banos, CA 93645 (209) 826-5166 The 2011 Merced County Fairs Junior Livestock Auction sales totaled $384,149, an increase of $15,800 from the 2010 total of $368,349. In her time at Fresno State, Terri showed beef and won the Supreme Champion college steer at the Great Western Livestock Show. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. The 2021 Merced County Fair Livestock Sale is approaching quickly! . 10/5/2023 - 10/15/2023 Perris, CA Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. Merced County 2222 M Street And it was just nice to see everybody get together again. Sunny. The fair is working with StockShowAuctions.com (SSA) to utilize its online platform for the more than 500 4-H and FFA Merced County Fair exhibitors to sell their animal projects in a professional, easy to use way. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Fair Administration Office or Livestock Office beginning June 8. The kids were excited. A total of 42 dairy replacement heifers were sold generating $150,502.50 in sales/add-ons. The Merced County Fairs three-day Virtual Livestock kicked off Thursday morning. Details Date: Jun 12, 2021 Time: 8:30 am - 8:30 pm Cost: $5 Event Tags: Exhibition, Open to public Website: https://www.mercedcountyfair.com/2021-livestock-show-and-sale Organizer Merced County Fair Phone: 2097221506 I will work diligently to produce a fun, well-organized show that the exhibitors, their families and livestock supporters will enjoy.. This is the only listing option that gives your listing exposure on our home page! More details can be found at www.mercedcountyfair.com/2021-livestock-show-and-sale. 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Call the Merced County Admin Office at (209) 722-1506. ..#2021MCF #MercedCountyFair #MercedCountyFairgrounds #MercedCounty #MercedFFA #MercedCountyFFA #MCFLivestock #MCFLivestockShowandSale #LivestockSale #Livestock #FFA #4H #LivestockExhibitors With the Merced County Times, Atwater-Winton Times, Hilmar Times, Hughson Chronicle & Denair Dispatch, and Waterford News, we are one of the longest-standing publishers of local newspapers within these two counties. Exhibits include livestock and still exhibits or a combination, not to exceed 40 total entries . O'Leary-Collins brings over four decades of experience in livestock shows, most recently as the Livestock Superintendent for . Don't miss deadlines for the 2022 in-person show and sale. In 1993, OLeary-Collins moved to Merced with her husband, Rich, to help manage his family-owned dairy calf buying and cattle operations. The Livestock Show begins Wednesday, June 7 until Friday, June 9. At the 2011 Merced County Fair Junior Livestock Auction, 547 animals were sold, and while the total number of animals auctioned was down slightly from 2010, the average sales prices were higher than last year. The first-ever Merced County Fair Virtual Livestock Sale supported by Merced Irrigation District (MID) kicks-off tomorrow! Enjoy live music, big attractions, Fair food, carnival rides, exhibits and so much more! Click Here to see our featured studentsand their animals! Low 69F. Then, the Livestock Sale takes place Saturday, June 10 at 9:30 a.m. in the Hilmar Cheese Barn at the Merced County Fairgrounds! This year we are selling beef, goats, sheep, swine, rabbits, and dairy replacement heifers. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Low 66F. Our goal? This story was originally published June 23, 2011, 8:21 AM. Copyright 1998-2023 Events Media Network, Inc. Call the Fair Office at (209) 826-5166 or Laura at (209) 482-2688 . 2023 - Merced County Times. The Merced county Fair Livestock Show takes place Thursday, June 10 through Friday, June 11. ", But nice weather on auction day doesn't sell an animal. There are no comments yet, we invite you to be the first. Almost 500 animals raised by Merced County 4-H and FFA students will be up for sale. Attention 4-H, FFA and Independent exhibitors! The biggest changes at this years auctions were the increase in the total number of rabbits -- 48 meat pens sold in 2010 and there were 34 more pigs sold this year. Leading up to the sale, we will be . All Rights Reserved. OLeary-Collins grew up in Clovis showing sheep and cattle as an FFA member, where she also judged agronomy. They have been working tirelessly to promote the sale and their projects to potential buyersWe hope the community turns out to support themhelping to recoup their investment on their animal projects, she said. Note: The Dairy Replacement Heifer Sale will begin at 8:30 a.m. Then at 9:30 a.m., beef, goat, sheep, swine, rabbits and poultry sale will begin. Indulge in your Fair Food Favorites such as corn dogs, hamburgers, kettle corn, ICEEs, cinnamon rolls and more! Merced County Fair announces new Livestock Superintendent. The average bid was $4.04 per pound, up from $3.09 per pound at the 2010 auction and the average seller price for the 2011 auction was $825.57 compared to $677.84 in 2010. . She was honored on Sat, 6/12 at the Merced County Fair Livestock Sale in front of her family and. ", The livestock superintendent also gives a lot of credit for the success of the livestock events and auction to the Livestock Office staff and volunteers -- parents, 4-H and FFA leaders and teachers. By Jonathan Whitaker On Jun 17, 2021 Times Photos By Jonathan Whitaker 307 307 Smiles were everywhere. This year's resale prices are: Beef = $1.02 Goat=$2.70 Sheep=$0.80 Swine= $0.50 NOTE: For each each lot you can do a "max bid" or "regular bid". Due to uncertainty of COVID-19 . She competed on the livestock judging team and beef show team at Kings River Community College, where she also served as chairman of the livestock contest for Kings River College FFA Field Day and received the award for Outstanding Animal Science Student. OLeary-Collins then transferred to California State University, Fresno where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Agriculture Education. Established in 1964, Mid-Valley Publications (MVP) is an employee-owned group of five weekly community newspapers in Merced and Stanislaus counties. Not only a Livestock Superintendent, but a livestock parent her two children, Taylor and Clayton, showed livestock and participated in various ag programs throughout their youth. I am eager to meet and work with the exhibitors, new and returning, get to know the 4-H and FFA leaders, as well as the strong ag community that supports the fair and its livestock show. With the Merced County Times, Atwater-Winton Times, Hilmar Times, Hughson Chronicle & Denair Dispatch, and Waterford News, we are one of the longest-standing publishers of local newspapers within these two counties. This champion was raised by Jenna Bates of Livingston FFA. Help make a contribution by becoming a buyer or placing an add-on bid to help these hardworking 4-H and FFA exhibitors! OLeary-Collins also works with other fairs throughout the state. The top 4-H overall Round Robin Showmanship winners pose with their ribbons. "Prices overall were up but what really counts is the way the community continues to support these kids," said Richard Regalo, superintendent of the Merced County Fairs livestock department, in a press release. The online virtual sale will take place through www.stockshowauctions.com. There was a problem saving your notification. View details and available information here. This is a cash only event. Although there were a lot of animals that went through the auction this year, the sale, which lasted just over 8 1/2 hours, went well, Regalo said, adding he applauds the auctioneers who volunteered their time once again to run the auction. The Livestock Show begins Wednesday, June 7 until Friday, June 9. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: By upgrading your event, you can promote it to thousands of local visitors every day. The 2011 Merced County Fairs Reserve Grand Champions are: Shelby Grinder, LeGrand 4-H, Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef; Chelsea Baker, Golden Valley FFA, Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb; Sam Ford, Buhach Colony FFA, Reserve Grand Champion Market Swine and Katie Migliazzo, Buhach Colony FFA, Reserve Grand Champion Market Goat. 5/3/2023 - 5/7/2023 . Use tab to navigate through the menu items. And it was just nice to see everybody get together again. The fact a lot of kids did exhibit their animals and get a decent price for them says a lot about the 4-H and FFA programs and our community he said. Click here to see the featured students and their animals! 2023 Merced County Fair | All rights reserved. It takes place Thursday, April 8 through Sunday, April 11 from 11:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Merced County Times Newspaper - The Power of Positive Press. Or your company could sign up as a sponsor! It will be an in-person fair filled with carnival rides, live . Details can be found at, www.mercedcountyfair.com/livestock-exhibits, Classic car show fills Henry Miller Park in style, 2023- 2024 Stanislaus County Civil Grand Jury selected, See Central Valley movie on the big screen, Festa celebrates eleven decades of rich culture, tradition, Legislative roundup: Alanis Youth Sports Safety Act signed into law, Gustine Chamber Independence Day parade results, The West Side Index & Gustine Press-Standard. Lake Tahoe has higher concentration of microplastics than ocean trash heap, Risk of tap water exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals higher in Southern California. The fair said its goal is to continue showcasing the importance of the FFA programs and 4-H, including the hard work of the students and the experiences the programs provide. A special thank you to all the hard-working exhibitors who adapted swiftly to the virtual sale your hard work and dedication did not go unnoticed. http://www.mercedcountyfair.com/2021-livestock-show-and-sale, https://www.mercedcountyfair.com/2021-livestock-show-and-sale. Then, the Merced County Fair Livestock Sale will be Saturday, June 12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Yosemite Hall at the Merced County Fairgrounds with a livestream of the showing in the Hilmar Cheese Barn. MERCED, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Merced County Fair will return this summer after it was canceled the last two years due to the pandemic. Merced County Fair judges have a tough time deciding which FFA students rabbit will become the grand champion. Smiles were everywhere. OLeary-Collins grew up in Clovis showing sheep and cattle as an FFA member, where she also judged agronomy. Dietz was honored for her 40-plus years of volunteering with the fair's agriculture activities, as well as local 4-H efforts. of Sierra Gateway Veterinary Clinic. She competed on the livestock judging team and beef show team at Kings River Community College, where she also served as chairman of the livestock contest for Kings River College FFA Field Day and received the award for Outstanding Animal Science Student. She then transferred to California State University, Fresno where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Agriculture Education. 4-H members from Le Grand had a strong showing at this years County Fair. It's officially the countdown to the 2021 Merced County Fair Livestock Show & Sale! In 2005, she started managing the College Livestock judging contest and in 2014, she took over as The Big Fresno Fairs Livestock Superintendent, a role she continues today on a contract basis. Of course there was plenty of competition and awards to be handed out to 4-H, FFA and Independent exhibitors. The 2023 Merced County Fair Livestock Show and Sale, runs June 7 10 at the Merced County Fairgrounds! Thanks to the Fairs non-profit foundation, Friends of the Merced County Fair, every dollar spent by buyers went directly to the students. It was at this time OLeary-Collins began working in the fair industry as a clerk with The Big Fresno Fair. He can be contacted by calling the Merced Office at 209.580.9625 or by stopping by 2221 K Street, Merced CA, 95340 or by calling the Winton office at 209.358.5311 or by stopping by 6950 Gerard Avenue, Winton CA, 95388. According to the fair, the purchase of an animal is not required to participate, as buyers can place add-on bids as a way to support those involved with the programs. Activities 2023 Livestock Show 4-H & FFA Chapter Features Buy Tickets Online! Theres Nothing Like An In-Person Livestock Show At The Merced County Fair. A graduate of Fresno State, with a B.S. The average bid was $4.04 per pound, up from $3.09 per . Merced County Fair Announces Dawn Stornetta as New Livestock Superintendent. For more details on the sale, visit https://www.mercedcountyfair.com/2021-livestock-show-and-sale. While the Merced County Fair cancelled its annual event, the fair board is making plans to continue with a modified livestock show and auction (Photo contributed). OLeary-Collins brings over four decades of experience in livestock shows, most recently as the Livestock Superintendent for The Big Fresno Fair, a position she has held for the past eight years and will continue on a contract basis. Additional applications for the 2023 Merced County Fair livestock show and sales will be available soon. Ticket Information. Additionally, the Fair received $50,000 in add-on bids from local businesses to support those exhibitors who did not experience adequate bids on their projects. Additional applications for the 2023 Merced County Fair livestock show and sales will be available soon. 2023 Merced County Fair | All rights reserved. Her passion for the fair industry, love of livestock and the entire showing experience will most definitely resonate throughout our barns as we continue to provide the best showing experience and learning opportunity for our livestock kids now and into the future.. For information on how to register as a buyer, how the virtual process works and to see catalogs for the sale, visit the Merced County Fair website. The Merced County Fair has hired Dawn Stornetta as the new Livestock Superintendent. Thank you to everyone who participated in the sale to support our 4-H and FFA kids! Sorry, there are no recent results for popular images. OLeary-Collins also works with other fairs throughout the state. The modified in-person sale happens Sat, 6/12 at 9:30 a.m. in the Yosemite Hall where animals will be livestreamed from the Hilmar Cheese Barn. All individuals must wear face coverings. All sale commissions will be covered by the fairs nonprofit foundation, Friends of the Merced County Fair. In 2005, she started managing the College Livestock judging contest and in 2014, she took over as The Big Fresno Fairs Livestock Superintendent, a role she continues today on a contract basis. 2022 Livestock Show. Not only a Livestock Superintendent, but a livestock parent OLeary-Collins two children, Taylor and Clayton, showed livestock and participated in various ag programs throughout their youth. in Animal Science and Agriculture Education, she has turned a love of livestock and fairs into a meaningful career. This story was originally published June 10, 2020, 7:14 PM. Hot. The Merced County Fair Board of Directors was on hand to support the Friends of the Fair and the handing out of awards. *Not available for political advertising or events. In her time at Fresno State, OLeary-Collins showed beef and won the Supreme Champion college steer at the Great Western Livestock Show. Additionally he can be contacted by email at [emailprotected]. The 2021 Merced County Fair Livestock Sale is a month away! The 2023 Merced County Fair Livestock Show & Sale happens June 7 - 10 and leading up to the sale, we will be featuring submitted 4-H and FFA students from participating chapters that highlight their hard work and also give buyers (and the community) a glimpse of animals they can buy and bid on! So, here is the scoop on "Fair Food Favorites!". Stone Ridge Christian FFA was represented with the Grand Champion Replacement Heifer. The modified in-person Livestock Show begins Thurs, 6/11 until Fri, 6/11.. Details can be found online at: www.mercedcountyfair.com/livestock-exhibits. Questions? Participate in the sale as a buyer either purchase an animal or place an add-on bid! By The Merced County Times On Feb 6, 2023. Its officially the countdown to the 2021 Merced County Fair Livestock Show \u0026 Sale! All Rights Reserved. Lets come together and support these hard-working 4-H and FFA students. Buyers can support the 4-H and FFA kids by purchasing animals or placing add-ons! Hours & Pricing . This brother and sister from Le Grand raised a couple Grand Champions in the market beef category. They are really good about supporting the kids and making sure they get good prices for their animals. Merced County Fair announced that Valley native and former Merced resident Terri O'Leary-Collins as its new Livestock Superintendent. The animals sold were 19 beef, 346 swine, 122 lambs, 60 goats, 40 single fryer rabbits and 43 meat pens (three rabbits to a pen). Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Joe Biden to forgive $39 billion in student loan debt. Every bit helps these kids! MERCED, CALIFORNIA, January 26, 2022 - The Merced County Fair is excited to announce Dawn Stornetta as the new Livestock Superintendent for the Merced County Fair. The kids were excited. Welcome to the 2020 Merced County Fair Virtual Livestock Sale. The sale will be held in-person on Saturday, June 12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Yosemite Hall and the animals will be livestreamed from the Hilmar Cheese Barn. Lets come together and support these hardworking 4-H and FFA students. Causes event in Merced, CA by The Merced County Fair on Saturday, June 12 2021 with 116 people interested and 84 people going. new Livestock Superintendent for the Merced County Fair. The Merced County Fair would like to recognize these top buyers and awards from 2022: Dairy Heifer Replacement Sale 2022 Buyer of the Year - Red Rock Dairy, Rocky DeJager Rabbit Auction 2022 Buyer of the Year - Doug & Sharon Gallaway Junior Livestock Auction 2022 Buyer of the Year - Thomas C. Williams, Inc., Noah & Lorena Williams The Merced County Fair's Livestock Sale will happen on June 12 and will place buyers in the Yosemite Hall watching a livestream of the 4-H and FFA students who will be showing in the Hilmar Cheese Barn while auctioneers work the crowd for the best price for each animal. Merced County Times Newspaper - The Power of Positive Press. Who can get relief in California? Grandstand Shows Sponsors There were fewer market livestock sold at the fair this year 547 compared to 568 last year. Then, the Merced County Fair Livestock Sale will be Saturday, June 12 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Yosemite Hall at the Merced County Fairgrounds with a livestream of the showing in the Hilmar Cheese Barn. A veteran of a few fairs when extreme heat made it challenging to keep animals, exhibitors and auction participants healthy, Regalo said, "The weather was really pleasant it made it comfortable for exhibitors, staff, parents and everyone else. Contractor Vintage Farm Suds Shopping & Retail California Women for Agriculture- Merced Chapter Agricultural Service Golden Valley FFA Agricultural Service Merced/Mariposa FFA Section Interest Spring Fair Fair Livestock Livestock Barn Layout Maps Barns 1 & 11 (Beef Cattle Chutes & Ag Mech.) Merced County Fair announced that Valley native and former Merced resident Terri OLeary-Collins as its new Livestock Superintendent. Who can get relief in California? Ticket Information. Get your admission and unlimited carnival ride wristbands in advance and save big! There's Nothing Like An 'In-Person' Livestock Show At The Merced County Fair! With the Merced County Times, Atwater-Winton Times, Hilmar Times, Waterford News, Hughson ChronicleDenair Dispatch, we are one of the longest-standing publishers of local newspapers within these two counties. Established in 1964, Mid-Valley Publications (MVP) is an employee-owned group of five weekly community newspapers in Merced and Stanislaus counties.