Sale of Champions

During the prestigious Iowa State Fair Sale of Champions, 16 4-H and FFA exhibitors sell their champion livestock to hometown and national supporters. The animals represent the Grand and Reserve Grand Champions in each of their respective species as selected during the Fair’s livestock show. The Iowa State Fair features one of the largest livestock shows in the world and winning a class - let alone showing a champion animal - is highly coveted.

The Sale of Champions is managed by the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement (IFAA) and is hosted the last Saturday of the Iowa State Fair in the Cattle Barn’s Penningroth Media Center.

IFAA Scholarships

IFAA AWARDS $241,600 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AND $669,000.00 THROUGH THE SALE OF CHAMPIONS AT THE 2024 IOWA STATE FAIR

The Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement (IFAA) proudly announces that $241,600 in scholarships and $669,000 through the Sale of Champions were awarded at the 2024 Iowa State Fair. This year, the IFAA continued its tradition of supporting the next generation of agricultural professionals through financial assistance and recognition.

“The 2024 Sale of Champions was the second-highest sale to date,” says IFAA Treasurer, Josh Williams. “Youth across the state of Iowa work hard throughout the year to exhibit their projects at the Iowa State Fair. The IFAA proudly highlights the hard work and dedication of livestock exhibitors through the sale and awards Iowa’s next agricultural leaders through the scholarship program.” 

Established in 1988, the IFAA’s mission is to recognize the thousands of 4-H and FFA members who complete agricultural-related projects and pursue careers in agriculture. An important way to support and retain Iowa’s future ag leaders is by providing financial support to those young people interested in ag careers. Each year, IFAA provides merit-based financial awards to hundreds of participating students who demonstrate a commitment to continuing their study of agriculture within Iowa.

Thanks to the support of partners like Iowa 4-H and FFA Organizations, along with generous donors, IFAA can make a meaningful impact on the lives of these students. During the prestigious Iowa State Fair Sale of Champions, 16 4-H and FFA exhibitors had the opportunity to sell their champion livestock, supported by hometown backing.

The Winner's Circle Scholarship Program is another cornerstone of IFAA’s efforts, providing scholarships to over a hundred students each year who are pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture-related fields. This program ensures that the bright minds dedicated to advancing agriculture have the financial support needed to succeed in their educational endeavors.

For more information or to learn how you can support the IFAA, please visit ifaa.org.