In the state of Ohio, County Fairs traditionally gather to showcase various aspects of agriculture, annually. Livestock exhibits are opportunities to demonstrate the impacts of proper genetics and management practices to be evaluated on hoof. Carcass shows is an additional opportunity for youth exhibitors to see and understand firsthand the results of their efforts in raising a food animal. Exhibitors and families will have a better understanding of the evaluation process following the USDA grading system. Key take away points include, but not limited to percent saleable product, quality attributes, and economic values.
Counties in need of a carcass judge can rely on faculty, staff , and alumni of Ohio State University who were involved with a meat science program including the participation on a meat judging team. Below is a list of judges to consider when in need. It is best to request a judge at least two months in advance.
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| Dr. Lyda Garcia Ohio State University garcia.625@osu.edu Location: Columbus, OH Species to Judge: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat |
Culley Emerson Ohio State University emerson.133@osu.edu Location: Medina, OH and Marion, OH Species to Judge: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat |
Ethan Scheffler Ohio State University scheffler.15@osu.edu Location: Zanesville, OH Species to Judge: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat . |
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Emily Reer Sakura Wagyu emily@sakurawagyufarms.com Location: Bloomville, OH Species to Judge: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat |
Darian Brooks Certified Angus Beef dbrooks@certifiedangusbeef.com Location: Norwalk, OH Species to Judge: Beef, Pork, Lamb, and Goat |
For more information, contact:
Dr. Lyda Garcia
Extension Meat Specialist
Department of Animal Sciences
College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Ohio State University
garcia.625@osu.edu