*Sent to All Illinois Ag Teachers on behalf of Jesse Faber, Pontiac HS Ag Instructor. Questions can be addressed to Jesse at jfaber@pontiac90.org. 

The Illinois Assocation of Meat Processors and the University of Illinois Meats Judging Team are collaborating to continue the Illinois Meats Judging Series in 2023. This is open to all FFA and 4-H Youth. These locations are stretch throughout the state. The goal is to increase access and opportunities to build skills in meats evaluation. Each contest will include a clinic.  Mark your calendars and look for more information to come. 

Illinois Farm Bureau is sponsoring awards for the top individuals and teams in Junior and Senior Divisions at each of the events.

• January 21 - Raber Packing Company, West Peoria, IL  
• February 11 - Eickman's Processing, Seward, IL
• February 18 - Wenneman Meat Company, St. Libory, IL
• March 3 - State 4-H Meat Judging Contest

Please check out the Illinois Meats Judging Series on Facebook. If you would like to be added to an email list about the events, please email: jfaber@pontiac90.org

For more information: https://pontiacffa.com/meats-judging-series/