Youth Across Mississippi Show Cattle in Newton
The 2024 Newton County Dairy Show, held on August 2, showcased the finest young exhibitors and their dairy cattle, highlighting their dedication and skill in dairy showmanship and breeding. Judge Dusty Schilling presided over the competitions, ensuring a fair and thorough assessment of each participant.
Dairy Showmanship Results
The Dairy Showmanship segment, categorized by age groups, saw keen competition among young exhibitors.
Ages 8-9:
1. Paisley Havens (George 4H) claimed the top spot.
Ages 10-11:
1. Ty Havens (George 4H)
2. Saylem Simon (Pearl River 4H)
Ages 12-13:
1. Haven Simon (Pearl River 4H)
2. Sawyer Treadaway (Union 4H)
Ages 16-18:
1. Lee Taylor (Prentiss 4H)
2. Presley Havens (George 4H)
3. Hunter Banes (Rankin 4H)
4. Landon Beason (Neshoba 4H)
5. Jimmy Wayne Wilson (Rankin 4H)
6. Conner Stokes (Monroe 4H)
Commercial Dairy Show Results
The Commercial Dairy Show featured multiple groups of heifers and cows, each evaluated for their breed characteristics and overall condition.
Commercial Heifer Group 1:
1. Conner Stokes - Monroe (207 lbs, 225 lbs)
2. Paisley Havens - George (260 lbs)
3. Ty Havens - George (265 lbs)
Commercial Heifer Group 2:
1. Jimmy Wayne Wilson - Rankin Co 4H (485 lbs, 585 lbs)
Commercial Heifer Group 3:
1. Saylem Simon - Pearl River (620 lbs)
2. Haven Simon - Pearl River (675 lbs)
Champion Commercial Heifer:
- Haven Simon
Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer:
- Jimmy Wayne Wilson
Commercial Cow Group 1:
1. Saylem Simon - Pearl River (705 lbs)
2. Hunter Banes - Rankin (715 lbs)
Commercial Cow Group 2:
1. Landon Beason - Neshoba Co 4H (830 lbs)
2. Hunter Banes - Rankin (865 lbs)
3. Haven Simon - Pearl River (936 lbs)
Champion Commercial Cow:
- Landon Beason
Reserve Champion Commercial Cow:
- Hunter Banes
Junior Dairy Show Results
The Junior Dairy Show categories spanned various age groups and heifer/cow classes. Notable winners included:
Spring Heifer Calf (March 1 - May 31, 2024):
1. Lee, Carl, Holden Taylor - Southland Okie Layla 1804
Winter Heifer Calf (December 1, 2023 - February 28, 2024):
1. Lee, Carl, Holden Taylor - TJF Mirror Lindy 1787
Fall Heifer Calf (September 1 - November 30, 2023):
1. Lee, Carl, Holden Taylor - TJF Jumpstart Stella 1776
Champion Jersey Heifer:
- Landon Beason - Rockin J Cotton Vegas
Reserve Champion Jersey Heifer:
- Landon Beason - BFF Magician Martha 141
Other Dairy Breeds Champion Heifer:
- Conner Stokes
Reserve Other Dairy Breeds Champion Heifer:
- Conner Stokes
Open Dairy Show Results
In the Open Dairy Show, Langston Moorman showed exceptional performance:
Winter Heifer Calf (December 1, 2023 - February 28, 2024):
1. Langston Moorman - Done Right Alice
Fall Heifer Calf (September 1 - November 30, 2023):
1. Susan Babb - Roxy
Other Dairy Breeds Champion Heifer:
- Langston Moorman - Arhteracres AG All Shook Up
Reserve Other Dairy Breeds Champion Heifer:
- Langston Moorman - Smith Bros. Dynamic Gerty
The 2024 Newton County Dairy Show highlighted the hard work and dedication of young dairy farmers and their livestock. Congratulations to all the participants for their achievements and contributions to the dairy industry.
