The State Fair of West Virginia is proud to announce a long term business partnership with Southern States and the renaming of the "Large Stock Arena" to the "Southern States Livestock Arena", beginning with the 2008 State Fair. For more information on Livestock events at the Fair, please visit the "Livestock & Equine" section of our website.

To learn more about how Southern States provides you with the service you deserve and the brands you trust, please visit their website, www.southernstates.com .

The Farming Heritage Award honors the history of agriculture as represented on the West Virginia State Seal - and recognizes families who have worked in agriculture for generations. 

2009 Farming Heritage Application

The Farming Heritage Award is presented to a family that has strived to maintain its rural lifestyle by contributing to the community, acting as role models, dedicating time to efficient agricultural production and to maintaining the upkeep of their farm.   This award is made possible through a partnership with the West Virginia Farm Bureau .   Winning families are treated to an award ceremony during the State Fair on Governor's Day, a luncheon, overnight accommodations, free admission, preferred parking and a Natural Stone Sign award with the family's name that may be displayed indoors or outdoors. A photo and brief biography of the winners are displayed in the Gus R. Douglass Annex during the State Fair.

The 2008 Winner was the  A. Goff & Sons Family of Harrisville, WV.



 

State Fair Scholarships Available

The State Fair of West Virginia, in association with corporate, civic and individual contributors will offer five (5) scholarships in 2009. The State Fair Scholarship Program recognizes youth who have participated in the State Fair, excel academically and have a proven financial need.

Applicants must be a West Virginia resident and must be pursuing a vocational trade, associate or bachelors degree and must have participated in the Junior Livestock Show, Equine Show or 4-H and FFA Youth Exhibit Program within the past five (5) years.

Applicants must be eligible for college admission during the same year in which they apply for the State Fair Scholarship, or must be currently enrolled in post secondary education.