The Bradley County Fair, held this past weekend, was a heartwarming celebration of local youth dedication and agricultural excellence. The 2023 Junior Livestock Exhibitor Premium Sale, a highlight of the fair, witnessed a remarkable total of $31,475 raised. Community leaders, local businesses, and individuals wholeheartedly supported the event, underscoring the importance of nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders.
Here’s the complete list of 32 exhibitors, buyers, and final bid prices:
- Luke Cathey showcased a Grand Champion Market Hog, snapped up for $1,000 by Representative Jeff Wardlaw.
- Grant Ferrell proudly presented a Grand Champion Breeding Gilt, with Representative Jeff Wardlaw making the winning bid at $1,000.
- Holden Cathey displayed a Grand Champion Commercial Heifer, securing a $1,000 bid from Sewell Oil Company.
- Macy Jarvis exhibited a Grand Champion Heifer, with MFK Game Calls making the winning bid at $950.
- Olivia Cook raised a Grand Champion Lamb, earning $750 from Johnsville Sand & Gravel.
- Brooke Rawls showcased a Grand Champion Breeding Lamb, attracting an $800 bid from Heritage Poultry.
- Alexis Thomas presented a Grand Champion Dairy Goat, securing the winning bid of $1,000 from T & T Construction.
- Dathan Rice displayed a Grand Champion Breeding Buck, purchased for $550 by Farm Bureau.
- Laila Lawrence demonstrated a Grand Champion Poultry Chain, with Representative Jeff Wardlaw placing the winning bid at $850.
- Javen Thompson brought a Reserve Champion Breeding Gilt to the sale, with MFK Game Calls winning the bid at $1,025.
- Emma Outlaw exhibited a Reserve Champion Heifer, earning a $500 bid from Harold’s Processing.
- Asher Weaver presented a Reserve Champion Dairy Goat, with First State Bank securing the winning bid at $750.
- Olivia Roberson showcased a Reserve Champion Poultry Chain, with Union Bank making the winning bid at $700.
- Emma Parker brought a Market Hog, with E & A Farm purchasing it for $1,000.
- Colton McKinney exhibited a Breeding Heifer, earning $350 from Johnsville Sand & Gravel.
- Madison Outlaw presented a Breeding Goat, with Bradley County Medical Center making the winning bid at $400.
- Deacon Murphy showcased another Market Hog, this time securing a $550 bid from James Glass & Body.
- Jase Thomas displayed a Dairy Goat, with So. Arkansas Fair & Marketing securing the winning bid at $375.
- Cooper McKinney presented another Breeding Heifer, attracting a $375 bid from Johnsville Sand & Gravel.
- Jase Cathey exhibited another Market Hog, with MFK Game Calls making the winning bid at $600.
- Maggie Rice showcased another Dairy Goat, earning $400 from T & T Construction.
- Caysen Harrod displayed another Market Hog, with State Farm/Joey Cathey placing the winning bid at $700.
- Arielle Weaver exhibited another Dairy Goat, with So. Arkansas Fair & Marketing securing the winning bid at $550.
- Kensley Harrod showcased another Market Hog, earning $400 from Heritage Poultry.
- Diesel Castleberry presented another Dairy Goat, earning $425 from Heritage Poultry.
- Charlie Parker exhibited another Market Hog, securing an $800 bid from E & A Farm.
- Tuf Castleberry showcased another Dairy Goat, earning $325 from Johnsville Sand & Gravel.
- Addilee Murphy presented another Market Hog, earning $525 from Heritage Poultry.
- Caroline Outlaw displayed another Dairy Goat, with Marsh/George Clinic securing the winning bid at $375.
- Parker O’Neal showcased another Market Hog, with Warren Bank & Trust making the winning bid at $750.
- Corbin Rice exhibited another Dairy Goat, earning $575 from James Body & Glass.
- Kooper Harrod presented another Market Hog, with Hermitage Corner Produce securing the winning bid at $625.
In addition to these dedicated exhibitors and enthusiastic buyers, numerous businesses and individuals generously contributed add-on money, further bolstering the event’s success. Notable contributors included
- Hammons Farm
- Johnny’s Radiator
- C & L Electric
- Matt Harrod
- Cattleman’s Assoc.
- South AR Professional Survey
- Sewell Oil Company
- David & Kendy Temple
- Lynn’s of Warren
- Mayor Gregg Reep
- Cathey’s Wrecker Service
- Grace Cowboy Church
- Spartan Intimidator of SE Arkansas
- Lumberjack Farm & Ranch
- David & Mistie McGhee
- Bro. Charles Woolley
- Sen. Ben Gilmore
- Heritage Poultry
- Tony Cathey Auction
- T&T Construction
- Marsh/George Clinic
- State Farm/Joey Cathey
- J&J Farms/Jason Bradley
The event also saw strong sponsor support, with Bobby Weaver of James Glass & Body sponsoring the Livestock Buckles, Johnsville Company & J’Ville Trucking sponsoring the Grand & Reserve Champion awards, and Champion Embroidery providing Bagged Chairs.
Congratulations to all the exhibitors, buyers, sponsors, and contributors for making this year’s sale a tremendous success!
