At the Dixon May Fair, students in FFA, 4-H, and Grange programs turn livestock barns into living classrooms, learning responsibility and life skills through animal care and showmanship. - Luke McMullen won first place in goat showmanship after three years of raising goats.
- Penelope Medina, a first-time exhibitor, learned patience and persistence with her goat Murf. - Olivia Saldivar earned Supreme Champion for her chickens, reinforcing her dream to become a vet.
- Jessie Means, aging out at 19, reflects on time management and relationships built through pygmy goat showing. The fair highlights how hands-on agricultural education builds confidence, communication, and community bonds among students.