Specialty Crop

Specialty-crop-related entries in the Open classes include a variety of baked goods, among them fruit pies; jellies, jams, conserves, marmalades, preserves, butters, and syrups; fruit spreads; canned fruits, juices, and pie fillings; canned vegetables and meats; chutneys, pickles, relishes, salsas, and sauces; dried foods, including fruits and vegetables; gardening, including fruits, vegetables, and herbs; and flowers and artistic designs. There are many other Open class events (see the exhibitors catalog for details).

Additionally, there are many 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 Crook County Fair, held annually in late July, also includes 4-H activities at the garden hoop house; youth, adult, and ranch rodeos along with rodeo royalty competition and banquet; team roping; horse, beef, dairy cattle, sheep, wool, goat, swine, poultry, rabbit, cat, dog, and pocket pet shows; story time; fishing derby; adventure zone; ice cream social; pancake breakfast; community BBQ; junior livestock sale; style revue; concerts; bike relay; parade; among other events.