Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show Set for Feb. 27 – March 4

NEWBERRY ‒ The Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show Association has announced the highly anticipated 2025 Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show, a free event celebrating youth involvement in agriculture. The fair will take place from Feb. 27 to March 4, 2025, at the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, located at 23100 W. Newberry Road in Newberry.

Designed as an educational platform for young people in Alachua County, the fair provides an opportunity for 4-H and FFA members to showcase their hard work in livestock and non-livestock projects. Participants will display their skills and knowledge in areas such as animal husbandry, horticulture, and agricultural sciences, helping to preserve and promote the county’s deep-rooted agricultural traditions.

Cindy Sanders, director of UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, emphasized the fair’s importance. “The youth fair benefits agriculture and the local community by providing an educational opportunity for youth to learn about production agriculture.

“Working with livestock and other agriculture events through the youth fair prepares future citizens of Alachua County to be knowledgeable about agriculture production and land use. This benefits Alachua County by allowing citizens to see our 4-H and FFA youth projects.”

The fair will feature a variety of livestock competitions, project exhibitions, and educational presentations. Attendees can expect to see exhibits featuring cattle, swine, goats, poultry, and rabbits, horticulture displays and gardening projects.

Additionally, the event offers interactive experiences for visitors, including youth demonstrations, educational workshops, and a chance to learn more about modern farming practices.

The fair is more than just a competition as families, educators, and business leaders come together to support the next generation of farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals.

For many youth participants, the fair is the culmination of months of dedication, responsibility, and hands-on learning. These experiences help build essential life skills, including leadership, teamwork, and business management.

Admission to the fair is free, making it an accessible and enriching experience for the entire community. A complete schedule of events is available on the Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show website at https://www.acyfls.com/, where interested attendees can find details on show times, participant registration, and competition guidelines.

Whether you're a longtime supporter of local agriculture or just looking for a fun and educational event, the 2025 Alachua County Youth Fair & Livestock Show promises to be an exciting showcase of young talent and agricultural excellence.

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