General Premium Book
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
2021 General Premium Book State of Illinois | JB Pritzker, Governor Department of Agriculture | Jerry Costello II, Director Illinois State Fair | Kevin Gordon, Manager DIVISION II GENERAL PREMIUM LIST of the 168th Year AUGUST 12-22, 2021 DIVISION I - JUNIOR AND OPEN LIVESTOCK PREMIUM BOOK DIVISION II - GENERAL PREMIUM BOOK DIVISION IV - HORSE SHOW PREMIUM BOOK DIVISION V - SOCIETY HORSE SHOW PREMIUM BOOK DIVISION VI - SPECIAL EVENTS PREMIUM BOOK JB PRITZKER GOVERNOR JERRY COSTELLO II DIRECTOR KEVIN GORDON MANAGER Printed by Authority of the State of Illinois #21-268/05-25/400 copies i Welcome to the 2021 Illinois State Fair! Whether you’re joining us in Springfield or in Du Quoin, our state fairs bring together residents and visitors alike, to celebrate all that Illinois has to offer when we stand together – an all-the-more important mission this year. Illinois’ proud agricultural tradition has long been the force that drives our state forward, and the last 18 months have been no different. In March of 2020, when the world seemed to come to a halt, our state’s number one industry kept right on going. After all, there were still crops and animals to care for, deliveries to make, and people to feed. So, even in the face of a global pandemic, Illinois’ farmers, small businesses and commodity groups all came together to keep our food chain secure, a true testament to the vibrancy of the sector. And because no industry was immune to the pains of the last year, the Pritzker administration directed $5 million to help with livestock losses and other costs through our Business Interruption Grant program. We also worked with industry leaders to ensure federal assistance was effectively used to help farmers and small businesses most impacted by the pandemic. Today, we honor the essential nature of our agricultural community and our shared hope for its future – as well as remember the thousands of our Illinois neighbors who lost their lives to this terrible virus that kept us apart for so long. We speak for all of state government when we say we are so grateful for this welcome occasion to showcase once again our agriculture community’s extraordinary contributions to our state, our nation, and the world. In its 168 years, our great State Fair has, on a handful of occasions, had to take a backseat to history. The circumstances of the Civil War, the World’s Columbian Exposition, World War II, and most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic have demanded the event’s temporary pause – no small ask of our residents, but in light of national devastation, a necessary one. But each time, the State Fair has always come back – once again delivering joy and celebration and corn dogs to all who visit these grounds. No pandemic can take that fundamental promise of happiness away, not forever. So wherever you come from, whatever the memories you pursue: thank you for joining us and for making the Illinois State Fair a part of your summer once again. Enjoy a safe and special celebration. Sincerely, JB Pritzker, Governor MK Pritzker, First Lady ii iii It is my pleasure to welcome you back to the Illinois and Du Quoin State Fairs. In March 2020, I was honored to join the Illinois Department of Agriculture as Director. Immediately I thought of my role as host of the Springfield and DuQuoin state fairs. While we were unable to hold the 2020 state fairs, the Department continued to work on fair improvements and plan for the future. We have all endured a year that no one fathomed; a year where we have had to improvise, adapt and overcome. Through it all, Illinoisans embodied this year’s theme “One Illinois”. Illinois agriculture has been and will always be a big part of my life and I’m excited to see the state’s number one industry take center stage at our state fairs. From livestock shows, to horse racing, to the Governor’s Sale of Champions, Illinois agriculture is on full display. The state fairs boast a star-studded grandstand line- up, amazing food, talent competitions, free entertainment and a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the butter cow. As a veteran of the Iraq War, I am proud to dedicate days at each fair honoring our veterans and Gold Star families. It is just a small way to show our appreciation to our veterans. We also have set aside a day for frontline workers who took center stage during the pandemic, risking their own health to ensure that we remained safe and secure. Some of my fondest memories are eating saltwater taffy with my grandmother at the Du Quoin State Fair and I hope you will make great memories with your family this summer. Whether this is your first trip to the state fair or an annual tradition, we want to make sure to offer exciting, educational, and fun-filled family events for you. I am proud to call Illinois home. My wife Lori, son Jerry III, daughter-in-law Jayci, and daughters Victoria and Georgia Danielle are happy to welcome you to this year’s fair. We have always been and will continue to be “One Illinois”. Sincerely, Jerry Costello II, Director iv v 2021 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ADMISSION AND GATE CHARGE INFORMATION Adult Senior Youth Day Date 2021 Illinois State Fair Days (13-59) (60+) (0-12) Thursday 8/12 * Preview/Parade Day $5 $3 FREE Friday 8/13 County Fair & Horse Racing Day $10 $3 FREE Saturday 8/14 Kids Day $10 $3 FREE * VETERANS & GOLD STAR Sunday 8/15 FAMILIES DAY $5 $3 FREE Veterans/Gold Stars & their families get in FREE with proper ID * SENIOR CITIZENS/SCOUT DAY Monday 8/16 Senior Citizens (60 & over) & Scouts $5 FREE FREE get in FREE Tuesday 8/17 * Agriculture Day $5 $3 FREE Wednesday 8/18 * Governor’s Day $5 $3 FREE Thursday 8/19 * Republican Day $5 $3 FREE * FIRST RESPONDER DAY Friday 8/20 First Responders (Police, Fire & EMT’s) $10 $3 FREE get in FREE with proper ID Saturday 8/21 Park District Conservation Day $10 $3 FREE Sunday 8/22 * Family Day $5 $3 FREE * Discounted Days PARKING RATES: ● Daily: $5.00 ● Seasonal Parking (Gate 6, Lot 18 infield): $40.00 * purchase inside Emmerson Building, on-line or by phone (217) 782-6661 DISCOUNT ADMISSION BOOKLETS Adult booklets ($45) provides eleven (11) any day admission to the fair. Senior booklets ($30) provides ten (10) any day admissions to the fair. These booklets are available for purchase at the Emmerson Building on the fairgrounds, by phone at (217) 782-0786 or on-line. Booklets must be picked up prior to August 12 in the Competitive Events Office in the Emmerson Building. GENERAL INFORMATION The 2021 Illinois State Fair runs from August 12 through August 22. The Fairgrounds are open from 7 a.m. to Midnight. for the duration of the Fair. The Fair Administration Office is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. vi TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Governor’s Letter .............................................................................................................ii Director’s Letter ...............................................................................................................iv Admission and Gate Charge Information ......................................................................vi Days of the 2021 Illinois State Fair ................................................................................vi GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETITION......................................................... 1 DEPARTMENT K - AGRICULTURAL ............................................................................... 5 Section K-I – Grain ...................................................................................................7 Division 1 - Farm Seeds .....................................................................................7 Division 2 - Sheaf Grain and Forages .................................................................8 Division 3 - Grain Display .................................................................................10 Division 4 - Corn ...............................................................................................10 Section K-II - Fruit ...................................................................................................11 Division 1 - Fruit Display Classes .....................................................................11 Division 2 - Peck Exhibit ...................................................................................12 Division 3 - Single Tray Exhibits .......................................................................13 Division 4 - Three Tray Exhibit ..........................................................................13 Division 5 - Plate Exhibits .................................................................................14 Division 6 - Collections .....................................................................................16 Division 7 - Nuts ................................................................................................16 Section - K-III – Vegetables ....................................................................................16 First Vegetable Show ........................................................................................17 Division 1 - Plate Exhibits .................................................................................17 Division 2 - Vegetable Display Classes ............................................................21 Second Vegetable Show ...................................................................................22 Division 3 - Vegetable Group Exhibits ..............................................................22 Division 4 - Herbs .............................................................................................23