The 2024 State Fair welcomed 348 youth exhibiting market cattle, swine, goats and sheep for the opportunity to compete for scholarships and premiums at the annual event. “I continue to be impressed by the community’s endorsement of our annual Youth Livestock Show and Sale of Champions,” said Marlene Jolliffe, the fair’s executive director. “Part of the State Fair Youth Development Board’s mission is to encourage and recognize Virginia’s youth as they participate in competitions and educational programs. The livestock shows and sale embrace this, and we are grateful to our committees, volunteers, staff and Virginia Cooperative Extension for their contributions to this very worthwhile fundraiser.”