The 2026 Jackson County Youth Fair auction totaled $1,303,825, according to the Jackson County Herald-Tribune. The 77th annual fair's market animal sale included 180 entries across seven divisions: 12 steers, 14 roasters, 26 fryers, 33 swine, 46 rabbits, 31 goats and 18 lambs. The fair also had 21 ag mechanics exhibitors and 24 commercial heifer exhibitors.
Competition recognized Grand and Reserve Champions, along with senior and junior showmanship winners across the livestock divisions. The bucket calf program offered showmanship classes for Little Wranglers, Cowpokes and Little Buckaroos.
The Jackson County Youth Builders and community funds serving Ganado, Lolita, La Ward and Vanderbilt-LaSalle helped support exhibitors and the annual sale. Dozens of businesses, families and organizations also contributed to the programs. Full champion and placing results are included in this week's Jackson County Herald-Tribune.