
The weight breakdowns for Cattle divisions will be as follows:
Feeder (699 lbs. or less)
Prospect (700-999 lbs.)
Market (1,000 lbs. or higher)
Registered breeding classes will be based on birthdate.
Commercial breeding classes for crossbred heifers will be based on weight.

The weight breakdowns for Goat divisions will be as follows:
Feeder (44 lbs. or less)
Prospect (45-64 lbs.)
Market (65 lbs. or higher)
Commercial breeding classes for meat goats will be based on weight.

The weight breakdowns for Lamb divisions will be as follows:
Feeder (59 lbs. or less)
Prospect (60-99 lbs.)
Market (100 lbs. or higher)
Commercial breeding classes will be based on weight.

The weight breakdowns for Swine divisions will be as follows:
Feeder (149 lbs. and lower)
Prospect (150-224 lbs.)
Market (225 lbs. and higher)
Commercial breeding classes will be based on weight.
Feeder 1 (234 lbs. or less)
Feeder 2 (235-375 lbs.)
Heifer calf (born March 1, 2025, or younger)
Yearling Heifer (born Feb. 28, 2025, or prior)
Cows (born Feb. 28, 2024, or prior)
Kid (6 months or younger)
Yearling (7-23 months)
Mature (24 months or older)
• Wethers - Any breed or mix under 3 years of age
• Does – Under 3 years of age
Kid (6 months or younger)
Yearling (7-23 months)
Mature (24 months or older)
Junior Wether (under 6 months)
Intermediate Wether (6-12 months)
Yearling Wether (12 -24 months)
Mature Wether (24 months or older)
8 - 11 years of age
12 - 15 years of age
16 - 18 years of age

Due to EHV cases John Volken Academy has canceled equine events. Organizers have verified this does not impact the Sweetheart Showdown Livestock Show. Cattle, goats, pigs and lambs cannot contract EHV. The show will take place as scheduled/planned.
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