Specialty Crop

Specialty-crop-related entries in the Open classes include ones in fresh fruits and vegetables (classes for produce grown outside, in a greenhouse, hydroponically, and in a windowsill); canned fruits and vegetables, jellies, preserves, marmalades, butters, jams, and syrups; floriculture, among them cut flowers; and many others. There are also a variety of other Open classes including homemade pies.

Additionally, there are many contests for 4-H, including ones directly tied to specialty crops, including gardening & horticulture, and food & nutrition. There are also many contests open to FFA members. 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 fair, held annually in late July, also offers a wide variety of activities, including barrel racing, jackpot team roping, and team branding; horse, beef, swine, sheep, goat, cat, and dog shows; music and dancing; wild west fast draw; archery shoot; art show and sale; rocket launch, and many others.