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OFFICIAL JNHE SHOW PROGRAM
— THE COURSE GUIDE — |
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The official 2026 VitaFerm Junior National Hereford Expo Show Program is now live and ready to help you navigate championship week at The Hereford Masters in Madison.
Inside, you'll find showmanship breaks, sponsor highlights, judge bios, event information and everything you need to chart your course through the week.
Give it a read before you head to the first tee!
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| View the Digital Show Program |
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JNHE RULES OF THE COURSE |
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To help ensure a championship-caliber event, we ask all participants to observe the rules of the course and follow the direction of show management throughout the week. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping make The Hereford Masters in Madison a memorable experience for everyone. |
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PARKING PASSES & RULES |
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As a reminder, the Alliant Energy Center has transitioned to an electronic parking system and will require a digital parking pass for entry. All parking passes purchased through the JNHE entries site will be distributed electronically and will be required for admission to the grounds from Tuesday, July 7, through Friday, July 10.
Please watch your inbox for an email from JustPark, which will contain your electronic parking pass and instructions for entry into the Alliant Energy Center. Once received, simply accept the pass and display it on your mobile device when entering the grounds. Please note that some email providers may direct messages from JustPark to junk or spam folders. If you do not see your parking pass email, we encourage you to check those folders. All passes will be distributed by the end of the day on Friday, June 26.
Each digital parking pass may be scanned once per valid day at any open gate. If you leave and return on the same day, gate personnel will provide an in-and-out receipt to allow re-entry.
To purchase additional parking passes please utilize the link below. |
| Purchase Additional Parking Passes |
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JNHE HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
— ADDITIONAL COPY OF YOUR CVI REQUIRED AT ENTRY —
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As we prepare to welcome exhibitors to the JNHE, here are some important updates regarding health requirements for interstate cattle movement into the state of Wisconsin.
New World Screwworm (NWS) has been identified in the southern U.S. It has not been identified in Wisconsin. Although animals originating from infested zones must comply with all requirements, including quarantine and inspection requirements, Wisconsin has no additional import requirements or restrictions for NWS at this time. Visit the NWS web page for additional information and resources.
This is a fluid situation and the JNHE will continue to monitor news from the USDA and animal health organizations. We encourage you to work with your local vet and continue to stay informed. We will also let you know if any changes are made to the animal health requirements for entry into Wisconsin.
Due to NWS, it is very important to follow all the steps for JNHE health requirements. We will be collecting a copy of your health paper upon arrival at Alliant Energy Center, to have on file for state vet inspection. We ask that you all plan ahead and please be prepared to provide a hard copy of certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI).
STEP #1 — All animals headed to the JNHE must have an official animal ID, which is the USDA 840 Animal Identification Number (AIN) RFID tag (15-digit RFID tag starting with 840).
Tattoos, registration numbers and brands are NOT accepted as official identification.
STEP #2 — All cattle showing at the JNHE must be accompanied by a CVI documenting official animal ID and all required tests and certifications, including current accreditation number if applicable.
STEP #3 — All exhibitors must bring an ADDITIONAL copy of CVI that will be collected by JNHE show staff upon entry to Alliant Energy Center.
IMPORTANT: Exhibitors without CVI’s in hand will be turned away at the welcome gate and will not be allowed to exhibit at the JNHE.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to protecting the health of the national cattle herd. We look forward to welcoming you to Wisconsin and to a successful Junior National Hereford Expo.
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EXHIBITOR LISTING & STALLING |
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Below are lists relating to exhibitors and cattle from each state.
Any questions about the lists below, please reach out to Bailey Clanton, bclanton@hereford.org.
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The Exhibitor Listing is for stalling and who will be present representing your state at the 2026 JNHE and the number of head per exhibitor stalling with your state. |
| Exhibitor Listing 6/23 |
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The Produce of Dam show will be held on Wednesday, July 8, in Ring 1 following the completion of the Cow-Calf Pairs and Bred-and-Owned Female Show. |
| Produce of Dam Program |
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The Stalling Map as your guide to prepare your states for stalling in Madison.
Each animal has been allotted 3.7' per animal entered. |
| Stalling Map 6/23 |
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Please use the Tie Out Map as your guide to prepare for tie outs in Madison. Each animal has been allotted 4' per animal entered. Staff has figured a drop in states with 20 head or more entered. Please refer to the tie out breakdown for the number of head stalled per state in tie outs. |
| Tie Out Map 6/24 |
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CONTEST TEE TIMES ARE SET |
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Exhibitors competing in these contests now have their competition order posted, and finalists for the Future Professionals Contest have been named. If you choose to scratch from a contest, please utilize the JNHE Scratch Form linked below.
*This list does not include the judging contest, Hereford Bowl, Team Fitting or other contests that have different requirements than prior registration.
Best of luck to all—your round is about to begin! |
| JNHE Contest Order 6/24 |
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| JNHE Scratch Form |
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WISCONSIN GOOSE CHASE |
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The Goose Chase Challenge is being sponsored by the Wisconsin Junior Hereford Association (WJHA) and will begin on Sunday, July 5 following the Opening Ceremonies and end on Tuesday, July 7.
At the end of the competition, the Top 3 teams will be announced during the Thursday Noon Awards Ceremony. Team Leaders will be given the registration details and a code to share with their team to join the Goose Chase Challenge. A recording of how to work the Goose Chase App will be available closer to JNHE.
Register By: June 29 |
| Register For the Chase |
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LEADERS ON THE RISE |
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Save the date — July 29 - August 1. Registration is open for the 2026 Faces of Leadership conference in Boise, Idaho. Get ready to grow your leadership skills, make lasting connections and experience an unforgettable event.
NJHA members age 14-21, make sure to join us for a conference that builds communication skills, teamwork and personal leadership through hands-on learning and industry connection.
Final Registration Deadline: July 1 |
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