Virtual Skill-A-Thon
Prizes awarded to top two placings in each age group: 7 and under, 8-12, 13-16, 17-21. Ages are determined at the date of entry.
Looking to purchase Suffolks? Visit our Suffolk Sheep Marketplace Facebook group!
Looking to buy elite registered Suffolk rams or ewes? Then check out the top consignments selling Saturday, June 6, during the National Suffolk Sale, set for Saturday, June 6, starting at 11:30 a.m., Eastern during The Suffolk Event. The in-person sale takes place in a new location in 2026, at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Indiana, about an hour Northwest of Indianapolis. Can’t make it in person? Bid online on wlivestock.com.
Hosted by the United Suffolk Sheep Association (USSA) and managed by Willoughby Sales, this is one sale you won’t want to miss! It includes top registered Suffolk rams and ewes from the nation’s top Suffolk breeders from coast to coast. Whether you’re looking for yearlings, falls, or 2026 lambs that are presented slick shorn or fitted, you’ll find what you’re looking for at this popular sale.
Looking for fast-growing, stylish stud rams and ewes to add to your purebred flock? Looking for productive Suffolk rams and ewes to add more pounds and performance to your purebred or commercial operation? You’ll find them all right here at the National Suffolk Sale.
Bring the whole family! Youth aged 21 and under who are pre-registered and attend educational sessions at The Suffolk Event on Friday, June 5, could win one of five $500 credits to be used towards the purchase of a Suffolk ram or ewe in the National Sale, Saturday, June 6. That easily more than pays for a family registration to The Suffolk Event! Sale credits are non-transferable and must be used Saturday, June 6, 2026, on Suffolk rams or ewes sold in the National Suffolk Sale in Lebanon, Indiana.
Suffolks purchased in the 2026 National Suffolk Sale, Saturday, June 6, at The Event may be shown by United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association (UJSSA) members the following day in the junior show. That takes place Sunday, June 7, starting at 8 a.m., Eastern, on the Boone County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Indiana. Junior members enter their registered Suffolks for the June 7 show at The Event on the Showman.app. See the specific link for the Suffolk Event Junior Show: https://showman.app/shows#/the-suffolk-event-junior-show-4229/ . For questions on junior show entries, contact Chris Auville at 540-820-4927.
This is your chance to build your ewe flock and to purchase powerful Suffolk stud rams to add new genetics to your breeding program. Why go anywhere else? The nation’s top Suffolk stud rams and ewes sell Saturday, June 6, at the National Suffolk Sale by USSA. Plan to join us!
Check out the sale catalog at wlivestock.com.
Add the dates to your calendar now. Don’t miss the impressive in-person sale, which also includes a Friday night, June 5, sale preview of consignments that starts at 7 p.m. Eastern. Watch the Facebook livestream Friday night, June 5, on the @Willoughby Sales page or the @United Suffolk Sheep Association page. Then join us in-person Saturday, June 6, starting at 11:30 a.m. Eastern or online on wlivestock.com for the National Suffolk Sale by USSA.
Visit suffolks.org to learn more about The Suffolk Event or email [email protected].
Questions about the sale? Contact Sale Chairman Jeremy Geske at (612)756-1200.
UJSSA members: Apply by May 1 for leadership roles
Are you a member of the United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association – UJSSA? Interested in serving in a leadership role as a junior board member or intern? Then apply for consideration to serve your organization. Click to here to access application.
UJSSA board members and interns help guide the work of this energetic organization focused on growing the Suffolk breed and educational and networking activities for youth through age 21. Junior Board members and interns help lead in-person activities for youth at The Suffolk Event in June in Indiana and in November during the National Suffolk Show and National Junior Show at the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville (NAILE), as well as online contests, social media and events.
Current UJSSA Board members and interns with expiring terms must reapply by the deadline for consideration to continue to serve. Complete and return your application to [email protected] by May 1, 2026.
Don’t miss out! Register for the 2026 Suffolk Event by May 1!
As the USA prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Suffolk enthusiasts from coast-to-coast are expected to gather in Lebanon, Indiana, at the Boone County Fairgrounds, June 5-7, 2026, for this popular, patriotic event. Register by May 1 to take in all the action!
At The Event, there’s something for everyone from experienced breeders to those getting started in raising Suffolk sheep. Educational sessions provide practical tips on managing sheep facilities, plus breeding, feeding, health and nutrition insight delivered at the Boone County Fairgrounds, and also on-site nearby at the spacious RSG facilities in Lebanon, Indiana. Plus learn more about the ability of Suffolk sires to produce lean, meaty carcasses with meat evaluation and carcass cutting demonstrations also held at the fairgrounds Friday, June 5.
Youth educational sessions will also be offered geared to pre-teen and teenaged learners. Childcare and activities geared for younger family members will also be available on the Boone County Fairgrounds, coordinated by an experienced child care educator. Educational sessions take place Friday, June 5, starting at 8:30 a.m., with other sessions starting at 1 p.m.
A National Suffolk Sale preview takes place on the fairgrounds Friday evening, June 5, starting at 7 p.m., complete with delicious desserts. The sale preview will also be livestreamed online. The National Suffolk sale offers top registered Suffolk yearling rams, ewes as well as lambs consigned from leading breeders across the USA. The breeding sheep sale starts at 11:30 a.m. Eastern, and will also be livestreamed for online bidding on wlivestock.com.
Saturday evening, June 6, Event attendees will gather at 6 p.m., on the Boone County Fairgrounds for a Hall of Fame banquet honoring industry leaders, and a fun fundraising auction benefiting the National Suffolk Sheep Foundation.
Activities for members of the United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association (UJSSA) include a judging contest and a Suffolk Cup team contest for kids Saturday morning, June 6.
The UJSSA junior show for registered Suffolk rams and ewes from yearlings to lambs owned by UJSSA members takes place on the fairgrounds Sunday, June 7, starting at 8.a.m. Central.
Join the educational and networking festivities and join the fun as you connect with Suffolk breeders from across the USA. Register now and take in all The Event has to offer for Suffolk enthusiasts of all ages.
The Event is hosted by the United Suffolk Sheep Association (USSA) with support from the United Suffolk Sheep Foundation and the United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association (UJSSA).
Get in on THE Event everyone in the Suffolk business raves about. Register for The Event by May 1. Registration fees are $80 for individuals and $225 for family registration which covers event and meal fees.
Register to consign for the National Suffolk Sale on Digital Suffolk on the Suffolks.org website by May 1. National sale consignors must be current members in good standing of the United Suffolk Sheep Association (USSA) or the United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association (UJSSA).
UJSSA members who wish to enter registered Suffolks in the junior show can do so using the showman app at https://showman.app/#/ .
Complete information for the Suffolk Event: https://suffolks.org/wp/suffolkevent/
Consign your top registered Suffolk rams and ewes to the National Suffolk Sale, hosted by the United Suffolk Sheep Association during the 2026 Suffolk Event! Entry deadline is May 1.
Your registered Suffolk yearlings and lambs will reach an impressive in-person audience in the sale’s new location at the Boone County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, Indiana, about an hour Northwest of Indianapolis, as well as online bidders on wlivestock.com.
Professionally managed by Willoughby Sales, consigning registered rams and ewes to the sale helps your Suffolks be seen and purchased by leading Suffolk breeders and those new to the business from across the country.
A Friday night, June 5, sale preview will allow in-person attendees to view and handle sale consignments. The sale preview will also be streamed live online on Facebook @unitedsuffolksheepassociation and @willoughbysales (that evening, starting around 7 p.m. Eastern)
The sale takes place Saturday, June 6, starting at 11:30 a.m. Eastern, with online bidding also available on wlivestock.com.
USSA members can enter 2026 National Suffolk Sale consignments using the convenience of Digital Suffolk. All sale entries will be registered prior to sale, so prospective buyers can view complete pedigrees in Digital Suffolk, as well as the sale catalog descriptions.
For more information, call National Suffolk Sale Chair Jeremy Geske at 612-756-1200 or email USSA Executive Secretary Amanda Everts at [email protected].
Learn more about the Suffolk Event: https://suffolks.org/wp/suffolkevent/
Support the Suffolk Event!
Donate to and bid in the silent auction June 5-6 in Lebanon, Indiana during The Suffolk Event.
Bid on sheep-related equipment, apparel, jewelry, artwork, delicious food and beverage gift baskets, indoor and outdoor home décor & more!
Ship donations in advance to 2026 Suffolk Event Silent Auction, PO Box 121, Holland, IA 50642. Or email [email protected] for physical shipping address.
Or deliver to The Suffolk Event, Boone County Fairgrounds, Lebanon, Indiana, June 5, attn. Karen Parsley.
Learn more about the Suffolk Event: https://suffolks.org/wp/suffolkevent/
The United Suffolk Sheep Foundation is offering up to 25 YOUTH Ewe Grants in 2026. This is a great path to get started with Suffolks!
In 2026, the United Suffolk Sheep Foundation is offering up to $53,000 in scholarships to Suffolk youth. Click Here to Learn More!
Make Plans Now to Join us this June!
Check back often for more details!
Click to View Complete 2026 Suffolk Event Schedule
Friday, June 5
8 am ———Event registration opens – Boone County Fairgrounds
8:30 am ——Adult and Youth Educational Sessions – RSG & Boone County Fairgrounds
Noon ———-Lunch (provided)
1 pm ———–Adult and Youth Educational Sessions – RSG & Boone County Fairgrounds
6 pm ———–Welcome Dinner – Witham Hall, Boone County Fairgrounds
7 pm ———- Desserts & Decisions! Sale Sheep Preview! Attendees select National Suffolk Sale Order! Facebook Livestream @unitedsuffolksheepassociation & @willoughbysales
Saturday, June 6
8 am ——– Youth Olympics | Suffolk Cup – Boone County Fairgrounds
11:30am —–National Suffolk Sale (*estimated start time) – bid online @wlivestock.com
Lunch on your own
2pm ———“Happy 250th Birthday USA” Costume Contest and Past & Present Showmanship
6 pm ——–Social, Dinner, Suffolk Hall of Fame Recognition – Witham Hall, Boone County Fairgrounds
Sunday, June 7
8 am ———— Junior Suffolk Show – Boone County Fairgrounds
Facebook Livestream @unitedsuffolksheepassociation
Join us for the National Suffolk Sale in Lebanon, Indiana! Suffolk Event attendees determine the sale order on Friday night. Sale starts will be held on Saturday! Online bidding and sale start time coming soon!
Sale Preview via Facebook Live:
@unitedsuffolksheepassociation
@willoughbysales
Sale Live & Online Bidding:
wlivestock.com
Late Entry Open! Email [email protected].
Do not enter via Digital Suffolk.
Sale Contact: Jeremy Geske (612-756-1200)
Transportation:
East Coast
Wayne Campbell (Maryland) – 443-397-0679
West Coast
Jeremy Geske (Minnesota) • 612-756-1200
Wesley Linke (South Dakota) • 605-770-9626
Joe Olsen (Utah) • 801-362-9493
Online Bidding & Sale Management:
Willoughby Livestock Sales
National Suffolk Sale Information
National Suffolk Sale Entry Form
We’re excited to partner with them on the 2026 Suffolk Event! Check back for more details 2026 but… we can share that part of our educational program will be on-site at Reproduction Specialty Group (RSG).
Educational Program Information
Adult Sessions
Youth Track
The youth sessions at the 2026 event will offer a wide range of educational and fun opportunities. These activities may be best designed for ages 8 and up. To maintain an optimal learning environment, supervised activities will be offered for younger children. (we will be needing some parent helpers) Our goal is a family friendly, safe, and fun experience for all.
RETURNING – Youth participating in the Youth Educational Program are entered to win one of five $500 National Suffolk Sale – Sale Credits!
The Suffolk Hall of Fame recognition evening will be held on Saturday, June 6th at the Boone County Fairgrounds – a part of the Suffolk Event weekend.
To make reservations for the Suffolk Hall of Fame banquet, use the Suffolk Event registration form provided below. Please note, if you are signing up for the “full registration” to the Suffolk Event, reservations for the Hall of Fame banquet are included in the registration price.
Theme: Happy 250th Birthday USA!
Judge: Cassie Wallpe, Indiana
Facebook Livestream @unitedsuffolksheepassociation
ENTRY OPEN!
Entry via www.showman.app
Search “Suffolk”
Junior Show Entry Form_ PDF
Junior Show Rules 2026
Click to View Complete 2026 Suffolk Event Schedule
Registration Form
Educational Program Information
Junior Show Entry Form_ PDF
Junior Show Rules 2026
Youth Promotional Contests Sign-up RULES
National Suffolk Sale Information
National Suffolk Sale Entry Form
Other Youth Activities
Quick Entry- Open!
Late Sale Entry Open:
Email [email protected]. Do not enter via Digital Suffolk.
Express Junior Show Entry: showman.app
Search “Suffolk”
In addition the educational program and National Suffolk Sale, there are numerous youth-oriented activities throughout the Suffolk Event Weekend. To make sure you don’t miss out on all of the, here’s a quick snapshot!
Friday (6/5)*
Promotional Contest ENTRY FORM RULES
Entries offered for Suffolk Photo, Suffolk Advertising Page, Suffolk 250th USA Celebration T-shirt Design, Suffolk Essay, Suffolk Poster, Social Media Video, Best Product Promoting Suffolk Sheep, and Suffolk Fleece. Sign-up deadline is May 1, view form for more details and how to participate if you are unable to attend The Suffolk Event in person!
Youth Educational Program
Friends & Flock Mixer, Showmanship Camp, Lamb Carcass Evaluation and Lamb Cut ID and On-The-Move Mini Sessions
Saturday (6/6)
Suffolk Cup: Youth Olympics
A team event! (sign-up at The Suffolk Event!)
Youth Drawing for five- $500 National Suffolk Sale Credits!
Youth Opportunity! Youth participating in the Youth Educational Program are entered to win one of five $500 National Suffolk Sale – Sale Credits! On behalf of the United Suffolk Sheep Foundation.
“Happy 250th Birthday USA” Costume Contest
Junior show exhibitors are invited to impress the audience with a walk into the showring, accompanied by a sheep, as introductions are made. Simple costuming or accessorizing of youth and/or sheep is encouraged. Onlookers will be casting People’s Choice Award ballots for the exhibitor best expressing the spirit of the show and theme. Signup at the Suffolk Event!
Past & Present Showmanship
Junior exhibitors – grab a partner, an ADULT partner to join you in a team showmanship contest! Maybe it’s mom, a breeder you know or the person penned next to you at the Suffolk Event. Join the fun, it will be a great time! Signup at the Suffolk Event!
Suffolk Cup Awards @ Saturday Banquet
Sunday (6/7)
Junior Suffolk Show ENTRY OPEN!
*Childcare/activities for children under 6 years old will be available on Friday during the educational session.
March 15
Young Producers Suffolk Event Travel Grant (closed)
May 1
National Suffolk Sale Entry
Event Registration
Junior Show Entry (via Showman App)
Promotional Contest Sign-up
Application Deadline: March 15 (closed)
Make reservations early!
There are several events happening in Lebanon the weekend of the Suffolk Event.
Holiday Inn Express
335 N Mt Zion Rd, Lebanon, IN 46052
765-483-4100
Room block full.
Hampton Inn
410 N Mt Zion Rd, Lebanon, IN 46052
765-481-2920
Rate: $160/night + tax
Click for room block!
Room block ends May 2026
Other Lebanon Hotels:
Baymont Inn – 765-482-9613
Quality Inn – 765-335-2002
Hotels In Whitestown/Zionsville:
(10 minutes from Boone County Fairgrounds)
Holiday Inn Express – 317-769-0932
Holiday Inn Express Zionsville Booking Link
Home2suites – 463-946-4050
Fairfield Inn – 463-270-0960Hampton Inn – 317-768-2330
Camping is available at the Boone County Fairgrounds. Please note that you will be camping on the event registration form. Contact the USSA Office with any questions.
Click to learn about 2026 Suffolk Event sponsor opportunities.
McCabe Suffolks, California
Ron Alves & Family, California
Baglien Suffolks, Oregon
Russell Sheep Company, Indiana
William Fulton Family, Illinois
Heupel Farms, Colorado
Hunter Nutrition, Indiana
Illinois Suffolk Sheep Association
JMG Suffolks, Minnesota
Janes Livestock, Indiana
Moonshadow Farm, Michael & Debra Jensen, Iowa
Peth Family Farm, Ohio
Slack Club Lambs, Indiana
Dennis & Mary Ann Sorensen, Illinois
2025 photos, sale results, junior show results & educational content
