Activity Fees Satellite Events Ken Holloway Genetics On Ice
You should have just received or will be receiving your annual junior activity fee notice. Please note the early deadline of December 31, 2025. The early deadline will provide continued access to your online member site, as well as the opportunity to register cattle at the lower member rates.
Being current on your activity fee is a requirement for participation in our regional and national shows and competitions. All revenue generated from the fee directly supports many NALJA programs. All first year NALJA members for 2025 do not need to renew their activity fee until 2026.
2026 NJLSC Deadlines
The NJLSC deadlines and fees are as follows:
• Early Entry Fee: $ 90 per head( includes bedding)
• Early Entry Deadline: May 1
• Late Entry Fee: $ 125 per head( includes bedding)
• Late Entry Deadline: May 15
• Ownership Deadline: May 15
Only online entries will be accepted for the 2026 National Junior Limousin Show & Congress as well as any NALJA sponsored regional show.
There will be a late entry fee for juniors who forget to enter in satellite events before the late deadline of May 15. You’ ll be able to late enter into the showmanship, livestock judging, public speaking contests at the NJLSC check-in for $ 100 per junior. Once check-in is complete, you will not be able to enter into the events.
It is recommended that you sign up for all satellite events by the May 15 deadline for $ 10. The $ 10 fee is per participant NOT per event.
2026 Contests
We will return to alternating Satellite events at the 2026 National Junior Limousin Show & Congress! Satellite events include the Judging Contest, Showmanship, Cow Camp, Team Fitting, Photo Contest, Videography Contest, State Poster, and Magazine Ad.
We will only be accepting online submissions again this year for the Photography, Videography, and Magazine Ad contests this year. The deadline for those submissions will be June 10. More details to come!
Phenotype & Genotype Show
The NALJA board is excited to continue the Phenotype and Genotype Show,( Previously know as the NEOGEN Ultimate Show) at the 2026 NJLSC. This show is based on 50 percent genotype and 50 percent phenotype. Animals need to have DNA sent in by April 20. The NALF office asks that any DNA for this show be marked“ For National Junior Show.”
Not just genetics, something for everyone will sell!
The 2026 Ken Holloway Genetics on Ice Benefit Auction will be one of the best yet! With an exceptional offering of Limousin Genetics and various items such as jewelry, art and agri-services; there is sure to be something for everyone. The Genetics on Ice Auction will be held on January 4, 2026 at the Embassy Suites, Oklahoma City, Okla.
Please expect a call from the 2025-2026 NALJA Board of Directors looking for your support of this year’ s function. If you would like to contribute items or genetics, please contact Tatum Swink, tatum @ nalf. org or( 405) 318-3723
The Genetics on Ice Benefit Auction is an invaluable event that helps support NALJA throughout the year, as well as the National Junior Limousin Show & Congress.
SAVE THE DATE
Heartland Regional Junior Show May 22 – 24, 2026 Pinegar Arena at Darr Agricultural Center 2401 S Kansas Expressway Springfield, MO 65807
Eastern Regional Junior Show & Southeast Summer Classic May 29 – May 31, 2026 State Fair of West Virgina 947 Maplewood Ave. Lewisburg, W. Va.
There will be no late entries accepted at check-in.
6155 S Main St., Ste. 245, Aurora, CO 80016 |( 303) 220-1963 | Limousin @ nalf. org | www. NALF. org
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