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Today is the FINAL ENTRY DEADLINE for the 2025 VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE). Make sure to have your entries completed by midnight tonight for all cattle, contests, National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) Board of Directors applications and registration for the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) 5K Race.
Considering deadline day is on a weekend, we recognize that the AHA office will not be open during normal hours. If you have any issues or questions about cattle, please make sure to email Bailey Clanton at bclanton@hereford.org, and any issues with contests please reach out to Chloé Durian at cdurian@hereford.org.
Show rules, judges, contest information and a tentative schedule are all available at the JNHE Resources page. Check in often to find all the details and information you need as you prepare for your trip. |
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BEYOND THE SHOWRING |
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The entries for contests held in conjunction with the 2025 JNHE close TODAY and the NJHA is excited to welcome all members to participate in educational contests and programs during the JNHE.
Through educational programs at the JNHE, Hereford youth have the opportunity to gain invaluable skills that will enable them to become self-directing, educated leaders in today’s world. Rules for all contests have been updated and adjusted to encourage involvement and success for our junior members |
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CUTOFF FOR BLOCK RATE ENDS JUNE 10
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Hotel rooms are still available at the block rate set aside through the JNHE at the newly remodeled Crown Plaza Louisville Airport, directly across the street from the grounds. In order to book with the group rate, you must use the link below.
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IMPORTANT DNA REMINDER |
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The 2025 VitaFerm® JNHE reminds steer exhibitors that all steers will be required to be parent verified to both sire and dam, therefore, a DNA profile of the steer, the sire and dam must be completed through the official AHA lab by entry deadline. DNA requests can be made through MyHerd, by emailing aha@hereford.org, or by calling customer service at (816) 842-3757.
It’s spring and due to the abnormally high volume of hair samples being submitted, the lab is now expecting an increase in the turnaround time of hair samples being processed as well. If you are submitting a hair sample, please expect a turnaround time of 6–8 weeks instead of the normal 3–4 weeks. |
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RUN FOR THE NJHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS |
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Twelve outstanding Hereford juniors serve each year on the NJHA Board of Directors. Every year four board members are elected to three-year terms at the annual membership meeting which is held in conjunction with the JNHE. During their term, directors develop and implement programs and events that serve junior Hereford members from across the nation.
Applications are due June 1.
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RECOGNIZE THE LEADERS OF OUR JUNIORS |
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Nominations for the NJHA Advisor of the Year are due on June 1. This award recognizes one of the most important people who are key to the success of the state associations and ultimately the success of the NJHA. Each state junior Hereford association is encouraged to nominate their advisor(s) for the Advisor of the Year Award to be presented at the 2025 JNHE.
Nomination letters must be submitted via email to acowan@hereford.org by the deadline of June 1. Nomination letters should include background information and history on nominee as well as accomplishments within the state organization and on a national level that qualify them for this prestigious award. Letters of support may also include testimony and examples of why nominee is deserving of the honor and how they have impacted junior members at the state level.
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GET FIRED UP FOR THE JNHE TAILGATE PARTY |
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Presented by Certified Hereford Beef®
Hey junior Hereford associations — it’s time to rally your teams and bring your A-game to the most mouthwatering event of the summer. We're turning up the heat at this year's JNHE Tailgate Party, and thanks to our amazing friends at Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB), your state gets to show off its best beef-cooking skills in a live CHB Cook-Off.
What’s Happening:
Who: All State Junior Hereford Associations
What: CHB Cook-Off + Tailgate Party
Where: West Hall, Kentucky Exposition Center
When: Sunday, July 13 @ 6:30 p.m.
Why: To fire up the grill, fuel the fun and showcase your most delicious ways to serve the iconic CHB.
From juicy burgers to sizzling steaks, creative tacos to burger sliders — it’s your time to shine and serve it up with flair. We'll provide the CHB, you bring the flavor, energy and team spirit.
State Advisors will be in charge of signing up each state, make sure to get involved in your own states cooking creations. |
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GATEWAY TO LEADERSHIP |
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Registration is OPEN!
Faces of Leadership is your Gateway to Leadership — a place to build skills, meet lifelong friends and discover your potential.
- Early Bird Deadline: June 15
- Final Deadline: July 1
Don't miss your chance to learn, lead and achieve with the NJHA during the 2025 Faces of Leadership at the Purina Animal Nutrition Conference Center in Gray Summit, Mo., July 30 - Aug. 2.
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