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.
Agriculture contributes more than six billion dollars annually to Nevada’s economy and supports thousands of jobs.
“The economic and cultural impact of agriculture reaches every corner of Nevada,” said NDA Director J.J. Goicoechea. “Events like the official State Fair of Nevada allow families from across the state to see where their food comes from, meet youth exhibitors, and connect with agricultural leaders.”
The event also emphasizes the role of youth participants, who spend months preparing livestock and agricultural projects for public presentation.
“Youth exhibitors spend months raising animals, developing projects, and building new skills,” NDA Director Goicoechea said. "This event puts their hard work front and center, giving students the opportunity to share it with the community on a larger scale.”
More information about the official State Fair of Nevada, including sponsorship and vendor opportunities, is available at statefair.nv.gov.
