08/20/2026
🐑 Market Wether Lamb & Market Wether Meat Goat Ultrasound Contest 🔍
South Dakota 4-H will host a Market Wether Lamb & Market Wether Meat Goat Ultrasound Contest at the 2026 South Dakota State Fair!
Sunday, September 6
📍Tent north of the Dairy Goat Barn & northeast of the Livestock Complex
1:30 pm - Educational Presentation
2 pm - Free Ultrasound Scanning
Dr. Rachel Gibbs, certified ultrasound technician and NDSU Extension Specialist, will explain how ultrasound is used to evaluate carcass characteristics, yield and quality, and how feed and care can impact carcass results.
Following the presentation, 4-H’ers can bring their market wether lambs (after they have been shown) and market wether meat goats to be scanned for free.
Results will be recorded, with Champion and Reserve Champion market lamb and meat goat carcass animals selected. Winners will receive banners.
No pre-registration required! All are welcome to attend and learn more about carcass quality.