What’s on your schedule for Farmfair this year?

Here are four events you might want to check out at the popular livestock show

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Published: November 9, 2016

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A clinic on how to show stock is one of the featured events at this year’s Farmfair.

There’s lots to see and do at Farmfair International, including these four events.

ThinkAg Careers

Sponsored by Ag for Life, this is a career fair-style event to help youth learn about employment opportunities in the agricultural industry.

“They will be able to speak to company representatives and young ag professionals to see what is out there in terms of ag industry jobs and what they can look forward to in the future,” said Suzanne Bielert, event manager with Northlands.

The event takes place on Nov. 9 in Rooms 301 and 302, and there are two sessions (9 to 11:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.).

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Sullivan’s Stock Show University Fitting Clinic and Competition

This free educational clinic is open to all stock show youth and adults, compliments of Sullivan Supply. Clinics offer hour-long sessions and there’s also a comprehensive, in-depth two-day grad program.

It takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 11 in Hall A, Edmonton EXPO Centre. 4-H Family Day

A jam-packed day of activities on Nov. 12 intended to offer 4-H’ers and their families with opportunities to learn new skills, meet new people, and check out other programs offered at Farmfair International.

“It is also Farmfair’s way of helping 4-H kick off its centennial celebrations,” said Bielert.

Registration takes place at 9:10 a.m. in Meeting Room 301/302, with events kicking off at 10 a.m.

Rodeo Future Champions

Youngsters ages nine to 14 compete in five timed rodeo events.

“It’s a way to showcase up-and-coming youth in the rodeo industry,” said Bielert.

It takes place from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Nov. 12 in Hall D, Edmonton EXPO Centre.

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Jeff Melchior

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A graduate of the Lethbridge Communications Arts program, Jeff’s career has included writing and editing for a variety of Alberta publications and agencies, including the Temple City Star, Meristem Resources and Prairie Hog Country.

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