05/24/2026
It is becoming a tradition to sponsor the Sacramento Barnyard Bidders and support the incredible young entrepreneurs who participate in our local Junior Livestock Auction at the Sacramento County Fair.
These young men and women invest countless hours caring for their animals, learning responsibility, developing business skills, and demonstrating a work ethic that is truly inspiring. Raising an animal to market-ready standards takes commitment, discipline, patience, and perseverance…valuable lessons that will serve them well throughout their lives.
What impresses me most is the character these youth display. They exemplify integrity, respect, gratitude, teamwork, and the understanding that success is built through hard work and the support of others.
Thank you to the Sacramento Barnyard Bidders, the families, mentors, buyers, and volunteers who make this program possible. Most importantly, thank you to the youth participants for reminding us what determination, responsibility, and entrepreneurship look like in action. I am proud to support you and excited to see all that you accomplish in the future.
I also had the opportunity to stop by the Rio Linda FFA group and see the animals they raised.
These are remarkable programs! The auction is tomorrow, so if you visit the County Fair, check them out!
