Junior National Hereford Expo

The VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) provides an opportunity for competition of junior members and their cattle projects, along with plenty of events for the entire family.

2026 JNHE

Madison, Wis. | July 4-10, 2026

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Upcoming JNHE’s

2026 JNHE

Madison, Wisconsin

Alliant Energy Center

July 4-10, 2026

2026 Lodging Information

Hotel Information

The JNHE has access to multiple hotels near the facility. Please follow the link for hotel options in the area.

RV & Camping Information

RV and Camping is available at the Alliant Energy Center on a first come first serve bases utilizing their self-service kiosk.

2026 *Tentative* JNHE Schedule

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Cattle and Contest Programs & Results

Show Programs

Results

Exhibitor Resources

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2025 JNHE Rules & Regulations

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2025 Judges

The National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) Board of Directors takes great pride in the caliber of judges selected to sift the prestigious Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) each summer. To read the full bios of each judge who will be evaluating during "Live from Louisville", follow the link below.

State Advisor Resources

Contests and Education

The National Junior Hereford Association’s (NJHA) mission is to create and promote enthusiasm for the Hereford breed while providing opportunities through education and teamwork, thus ensuring a brighter future for youth and the cattle industry.

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Programs

Bridging the Gap

National & State Queens

Contests

CHB Cooking Challenge

Entry Deadline: June 1

Advanced Speech

Registration Deadline: June 1

Future Professionals

Registration Deadline: June 1

Illustrated Speech

Registration Deadline: June 1

Judging Contest

Registration Deadline: June 1

Oral Reasons Contest

Registration Deadline: June 1

Showmanship

Registration Deadline: June 1

Photo Contest

Registration Deadline: June 1

Hereford Bowl

Registration Deadline: July 1

Team Fitting

Registration Deadline: July 13 @ Noon

Poster Contest

Entry Deadline: July 13 @ Noon

Awards

The NJHA is an organization devoted to the development of outstanding leadership potential and motivation to seek advanced education. Striving to provide the foundation upon which interested youth can build their future in the agriculture industry, the NJHA offers various awards to its membership.

Junior Golden Bull Award

Application Deadline: April 15

Prospect Award: 3rd-5th Grade

Application Deadline: April 15

Prospect Award: 6th-8th Grade

Application Deadline: April 15

Advisor of the Year

Application Deadline: April 15

Walter & Joe Lewis Memorial Award

Junior Herdsman of the Year

GKB Super States

Golden Pitchfork

JNHE Sponsorship Opportunities

General Sponsorship Opportunities

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Show Program Advertisers

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Join the Foundation Club

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Bridging the Gap Partners

Be a Part of the Program

Trade Show Vendor Application

Applications for the 2025 JNHE Trade Show are now closed.