Washington County 4-H and FFA members sell over 250 head of livestock at the County Fair Auction traditionally that are purchased by local businesses and personal buyers. A majority of these animals sold are processed at local meat lockers or taken to other local auctions. Additional dollars are invested to pay the processing costs and trucking fees as well. The County Fair Livestock Auction is a local food investment as the money goes to local youth and businesses over and over again throughout the process. The 2024 Washington County Fair Livestock Auction will be Friday, July 19th at 8:30 a.m. in the main show ring at the Washington County Fairgrounds. Animals being sold have been raised and cared for by Washington County 4-H and FFA members. Market livestock being sold include market sheep, market hogs (premium only), goats, cattle, chickens, and rabbits. All those interested in buying local meats and supporting Washington County youth and their livestock projects are welcome. Contact Amy Green at the Washington County Extension Office at 319-653-4811 with any questions.