Specialty Crop

Specialty-crop-related entries in the Open classes include a variety of baked goods, including fruit pies; fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs; jellies, preserves, marmalades, butters, and jams; canned vegetables and fruits; pickles and relishes; natural honey; dried foods; and floriculture, including cut flowers.

Among the many other contests are ones in arts, photography, pottery, woodcraft, jewelry, leathercraft, taxidermy, and needlework. Additionally, there are categories for 4-H and FFA members, including ones in agronomy, horticulture, and foods. Those participating in the Open, FFA, and 4-H contests can compete at the state fair, and prizes are awarded at both the county and state levels.

The Converse County Fair, held annually in late July, also includes a tractor pull, match bronc riding, ranch rodeo, youth rodeo, steer roping, large and small animal shows, herdsmanship and ultrasound contests, free pancake breakfast, family fun night, live music, and many other events.