Waterloo County 4-H members heading to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

This lineup of Waterloo County 4-H members spent part of their summer learning the art of fitting, clipping and showing their dairy projects at the New Dundee farm of longtime 4-H dairy leader Val Jones, pictured with husband Shane and their boys. The Waterloo County 4-H program has a long history of success at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Contributed photo

By Gary West

Nine 4-H members from Waterloo Region have been selected to compete in the TD 4-H Dairy Classic Show this November at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto.

The prestigious show, now in its 103rd year, brings together top young dairy enthusiasts from across Canada to compete in both showmanship and calf conformation classes. For many, it’s the highlight of their 4-H careers – a chance to represent their home clubs and showcase months of dedication, training and care for their animals.

Throughout the summer and fall, these members participated in numerous dairy shows across the region before being chosen to represent Waterloo Region at the Royal.