Redmond FFA Chapter

Final photos for the 2026 Deschutes County Fair! 🌟

We are incredibly proud of our Redmond FFA members for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout the week. Congratulations to everyone who exhibited projects and to those recognized during today’s awards ceremony!

A huge thank you to our families, volunteers, sponsors, buyers, community supporters, and the Redmond & Bend FFA Alumni for making this week such a success. We couldn’t do it without you!

Congratulations on an amazing fair—we’re already looking forward to next year! 💙💛

🎉 Days 2–4 at the Deschutes County Fair! 🎉

Our Redmond FFA members continued to excel in the show ring, sale ring, and beyond. We couldn’t be more proud of their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship.

🐮 Thursday – Day 2 Showmanship

Beef Showmanship
• Champion Showman – Jayce Evans
• Reserve Champion Showman – Kyrsten Abell

🐷 Swine Showmanship
• Champion Showman – Katie Leeden
• Reserve Champion Showman- Bentli Shull

🐑 Sheep Showmanship
• Champion Showman – Allison Ortgies

🐐 Goat Showmanship
• Champion Showman – Elliott Welch
• Reserve Champion Showman – Allison Ortgies

🏆 Livestock Judging
🥇 1st Place – Beginning Team
🥉 2nd Place – Advanced Team

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🐮 Friday – Day 3 Breeding
Beef
• Champion Female – Kyrsten Abell
• Reserve Champion Female – Kyrsten Abell

🐷 Swine
• Champion Female – Hanna Perkins
Champion AOB Hallie Houser
Champion Hampshire Gilt Hallie Houser

🐑 Sheep
• Champion Female – Allison Ortgies
• Reserve Champion Female – Allison Ortgies

🐐 Goats
• Champion Female – Allison Ortgies
• Reserve champion female - Elliott Welch

Master Showman- Jayce Evans
Reserve Master Showman- Kaity Leeden
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💲 Saturday – Day 4: Sale Day

Sale day is always one of the most rewarding days of the fair as months of hard work, early mornings, and dedication come full circle. Thank you to all of the buyers, businesses, families, and community members who supported our exhibitors in the sale ring. Your investment in our members and agricultural education means more than you know.

Day 1 at the Deschutes County Fair 2026! 🎉

What an incredible start to the fair for our Redmond FFA members! We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and success our exhibitors had on opening day.

🐮 Beef
• Grand Champion Market Steer – Jayce Evans
• FFA Champion Market Steer – Jayce Evans
• FFA Reserve Champion Market Steer – Kyrstyn Abell

🐷 Swine
• FFA Champion Market Hog – Hanna Perkins

🐑 Sheep
• Grand Champion Market Lamb – Allison Ortgies
• FFA Champion Market Lamb – Allison Ortgies
• FFA Reserve Champion Market Lamb – Daisie Thrasher

🐐 Goats
• Grand Champion Market Goat – Elliott Welch
• FFA Champion Market Goat – Elliott Welch
• FFA Reserve Champion Market Goat- Selah Hassaninia

🦃 Poultry
• FFA Reserve Champion Market Turkey – Amelie Roeber

One of the highlights of the day was Unified Showmanship, where Unified athletes, mentors, and FFA members came together to experience the show ring. It was an incredible event that celebrated inclusion, teamwork, and the true spirit of agriculture. Watching everyone learn, encourage one another, and share their passion for livestock made for a memorable day at the fair.

Congratulations to all of our Redmond FFA exhibitors! Your hard work and countless hours of preparation continue to shine in the ring. We can’t wait to see what the rest of the week has in store. Keep up the great work! 💙💛

One of our most important meetings of the year where we are registering for fair!

Had a great time at Forestry Field Day yesterday! Huge thank you to the folks at the Ochoco National Forest for hosting such a fun and educational experience. We appreciate all the time, knowledge, and effort that went into making the day a success for our students. It was a great opportunity to learn more about forestry, natural resources, and the importance of stewardship here in Central Oregon!

Redmond FFA Spring Banquet is on May 13th-This Wednesday! Please come if you can located in RHS commons!!

Redmond FFA showing up strong this season 💪🌾

On Monday this week, our Meats Evaluation team placed 9th in the state, and Ag Mechanics earned 7th in the state—huge accomplishments at such a competitive level.

At Linn-Benton’s College Classic Livestock Judging Contest, our team placed 4th overall, with Jayce taking 1st High Individual Overall in Advanced 👏🔥

Proud of all the hard work, dedication, and growth from our members this year. The future is bright for Redmond FFA 💙

Redmond High School Plant Sale starts in TWO DAYS!! Come and check out what the greenhouse students have created with their beautiful baskets!

2026 District Shop Skills Field Day 🛠️🥩💐🌾

Redmond FFA had an outstanding showing at Districts, competing in Welding, Ag Mechanics, Meats, Floral, and Crops. Our members put in the work, and it paid off with some awesome results!

Team Results for Redmond ✨

🥇 1st Place – Ag Mechanics
Titus Box, Mason Edwards, Isaiah Van Aken, Jules Jividen, Chance Martin

🥇 1st Place – Welding
Jacob Otten, Ethan Stollenburg, Kaidyn Marciel, Ryder Paiva, Cody Mackey

🥈 2nd Place – Floral
Brooklyn Lewallen, Bentli Shull, Kristin Wangler, Preslee Dunlap, Baylee Schulke

🥈 2nd Place – Meats Evaluation
Chloe Burkley, Faith Huff, Bryce Roggenkamp, Eden Huff, Jack Spence

🥈 2nd Place – Crops/Agronomy
Gabe Marciel, Emmie Graves, Brooklyn Gillig, Gracie Gray, Anikah Albers

REDMOND PLACED 1st OVERALL!!!

So proud of these teams for their effort, teamwork, and representation of Redmond! 💪🌟

Let’s not forget the people who made it possible our judges! Thank you to BasX and Smith Rock Electric for taking the time to assist in the contest and their investment into our youth.👨‍🎓