Special Recognitions

In addition to regular premiums and ribbons, sponsored Ribbons are awarded to recognize specific exhibits selected by the sponsor and/or fair association. These awards are designated in honor or memory of a loved one, to recognize excellence, and/or to promote education and agriculture.

 

PSACF Special Contest American 250 PA Apron Contest Celebrating 250 Years of America

Questions should be directed to Martha Ebersole, [email protected] or       717-834-4435

General Rules:

Exhibitor must be a resident of Pennsylvania – One entry per person

Apron Details:

• Colors – combinations of red, white, and blue only
• Type – Half Apron, Bib Apron, Printed Apron

APRON MUST HAVE BEEN MADE IN 2025

Entries should be entered as Department 22 Section

Entries to be judged on workmanship, worth of article, appropriateness of material and design, based on the following point system:

• Overall appearance-25 points
• Creativity-25 points
• Workmanship/Suitability-30 points
• Design/Color-20 points

Premiums:     1st – $5.00     2nd – $4.00     3rd – $3.00

First Place winner will be eligible to enter their apron in the 2026 PA State Farm Show Contest.

Prizes for 2026 PA State Farm Show:

• 1st $250.00
• 2nd $150.00
• 3rd $100.00
• 4th and 5th Rosette    

Best Owned Union County Steer

Sponsored by Imgrund Family Farm 

Award: Plaque + $50.00
4H/FFA members must have purchased or bred the calf in Union County.

D. Samuel Confer S.T.E.M. Award

Sponsored by the Franck Family

Award: Rosette and $100.00 Cash

The D. Samuel Confer S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Award will be given to the 4-H Exhibitor with the best exhibit entered in one of the S.T.E.M. classes.

Grandma Edna Boop Quilt Award

Sponsored by Idella Zimmerman

The Grandma Edna Boop Quilt Award will be selected based on uniqueness, workmanship and overall appearance. Grandma Boop was the wife of a dairy farmer, an avid quilter and a hard worker. 

NEW! Seedway Hay & Grain Certificates

Sponsored by Seedway

Award: Two (2) $50 Gift Certificates

A Seedway Gift Certificate will be presented to two (2) Exhibitors in the Hay and Grain Department. Certificates must be submitted for purchases through Mifflinburg Seedway Representative Jeremiah Zimmerman.

NEW! GIANT Food Stores Produce Excellence Award

Sponsored by GIANT Food Stores and Mike Hackenberg

Award: Two (2) $25.00 Gift Card

This award will be presented to 2 Produce Exhibitors.

Committee’s Choice Award — Outstanding Educational Display for Youth

Sponsored by Wanda Stamm

Award: Rosette

This award is in memory of John Stamm, Jr., who firmly believed that the written/printed word was our lifeline to the past as well as the future. Open to children ages 6-12, a joint family project is encouraged and the project must include research and documentation describing the process or information learned.

John Stamm, Jr. Memorial Award, Sugar Free Pie

Sponsored by Wanda Stamm

Award: Rosette

A neatly handwritten or typed recipe for the pie and pie crust must be submitted on 8 1/2 by 11 sheet of paper and must identify the sweetener used in the recipe.

George L. Chick Best Breeding Sheep Award

Sponsored by The Chick Family

Award: Banner

4-H/FFA members and Open Class Exhibitors are eligible for the George L. Chick Award, given to the Best Breeding Sheep or Best Herd of Breeding Sheep in the barn.