For teens and young adults age 14 - 22.
10 AM – 1 PM | Thursday, July 16, 2026 | Effingham
Held in conjunction with the Heart of America Grazing Conference
Be creative as you plan a successful regenerative grazing system using adaptive practices. The contest includes a short quiz on your understanding of adaptive grazing practices. Then, apply what you’ve learned by mapping out a grazing system, including forage maintenance, pasture design, and grazing rotation schedules.
You’ll have help
Each team will have access to a mentor. Resources to help you prepare will be available after June 1.
Schedule
10 AM: Check-in
10:15 AM – Noon: Contest
12:15 PM: Complimentary Lunch
1 PM: Award Announcements
Age Divisions
High School (as of Fall 2026)
Post High School (thru age 22)
Compete as Teams of 2 or 3 participants, or register as individuals and meet your teammates at the contest.
Prizes
The top team members in each division will receive a prize.
Each participant will receive a grazing stick.
Looking for more while you’re in Effingham?
Discount available
Register for the full Heart of America Grazing Conference, including a tour of the Curt Rincker farm, at the reduced rate of $35.
The conference begins at 1 PM, Wednesday, July 15 and ends at 4:30 PM Thursday, July 16.