The official State Fair of Nevada is set to return to Reno this summer, putting Nevada’s youth and agricultural programs at the center of a three-day event designed to highlight the state’s farming roots and future industry leaders.
The fair will run June 11–13 at the Nevada State Fairgrounds and will feature a range of youth and agriculture-focused programming, including the Nevada Junior Livestock Show, the University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s 4-H Expo, the Nevada Governor’s Livestock Sale of Champions, Next Generation Youth Bull Riding, and a farmers market showcasing Nevada-grown products.
Organizers say the event offers a closer look at how livestock, crops, dairy, and specialty food and beverage products are produced, particularly for families in urban communities who may have limited exposure to agriculture…