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.
Help us promote the contest. Download and share the flyer.
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.