The Master Showmanship contest, sponsored by Marshall-Putnam Farm Bureau, was held at the Marshall-Putnam 4-H Show on Wednesday July 20. The winner of this contest receives the privilege to compete at the Illinois State Fair.

The competition is open to 4-H members ages 14-18 to show their skills with three species- beef, sheep and swine. The competitors are judged on their knowledge of the species, their ability to handle each animal, and their overall showmanship skills.

Congratulations to this year’s Marshall-Putnam winner, Ryan Carlson, son of Gary and Rita Carlson, of Henry, Illinois. Ryan is a member of the Henry Guys & Gals 4-H club, Marshall-Putnam 4-H Federation, and he is an Ambassador for Marshall-Putnam 4-H. The Master Showmanship runner up is Kayden Eilts, son of Jamie and Brenda Eilts, of Toluca, Illinois. Kayden is a member of the L-W Achievers 4-H club.

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