Cal Youth Nominations & Entries.

Nominations are proof of ownership and are required to complete entries for the California Youth Ag Expo. Nominations consist of mailing in each animal’s DNA and completing the online nomination process.

Below is an outline of the (3) steps required to enter your animal(s) into the Cal Youth AG Expo. Please be sure to complete each step on time.

Step 1: Ordering DNA/Nomination Kit (Closed May 16, 2024)

During this step, you will purchase your DNA collection kit. We will mail you your collection kit, & ear tag. Note: Your animal’s validation numbers will be in your mailed packet and must be referenced in later steps. Learn More

Step 2: Online Nominations & DNA Postmark Date (Closed May 24, 2024)

In this step, participants will collect their animal’s DNA sample and have it postmarked by the date listed. You will also complete our online nomination form via the link provided below. Learn More

Step 3: Online Entry (Opens June 15th – Closes July 5th)

This step is when your animal is officially entered into the show. To show your animal, you must complete steps 1 and 2 on time, as well as the online entry form via the link below. Learn More

Nominations Reports: Update June 6th, 2022

FAQ / How To Complete Steps 1-3

Ordering DNA/Nomination Kits (Closed May 16, 2024)

Purchase DNA Kits (Closed)

Click on the “Store Tab”, then select “Purchase DNA Kits” and choose the number of kits and animal types you wish to order.
The needed materials to return DNA hair samples and the specific ear tags assigned will be mailed to you after payment is received.
Online nomination orders are due no later than May 16, 2024
Complete the DNA hair-pulling process once you receive your kit
Complete the online nomination form (step 2 below)
- Mail the complete nomination kit back to the CYAE office by May 24, 2024 postmark date
- Complete nomination kit to be mailed back includes: Hair sample inside plastic bag and envelope
- Envelope information completed
- Mail the nomination envelope inside a separate mailing envelope to allow for address, return address, and postage
- WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE TRACKING NUMBERS
- CYAE Mailing Address: 21 Land Rush Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73107

Online Nominations (Closed May 24, 2024)

Online Nominations Portal (Closed)

Click on the link above, and you will redirected to our online portal.
Complete the second online nomination process, inputting all the exhibitor and animal information. It is important to note the validation number is the CYAE tag number that was mailed to you!
Every animal nominated must be nominated in an exhibitor’s name.
For family nominations, you will enter the animal information under each sibling’s name.
Submit cart and print receipt for records.
IMPORTANT: Your cart will show a $0 balance. You have already paid the fee in the first online nomination ordering step.
This must be completed by the nomination deadline of May 24, 2024

Online Entries (Now Open – Closes July 5th)

Online Entries Portal (Now Open)

Note: Showmanship entries are completed at the show, not in the online portal!

Click on the button/link above, and you will be redirected to the online entries portal.
Complete the online entry process, inputting all exhibitor and animal information. IMPORTANT: The validation number is the CYAE tag number that was mailed to you.
Every animal nominated will populate under the division that you are entering. This excludes breeding heifers, as they do not nominate
Submit cart and print receipt for records
For entries, you will pay with a credit card at the last step.

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