SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION

As the population becomes more urban, the organization's agricultural education mission becomes increasingly important. Fort worth stock show & rodeo partners are exposed to various events, activities and exhibits that enlighten them on the important role the agriculture industry serves in meeting the nutritional needs of the nation's growing population. Further, providing opportunities for youth to explore and discover potential career opportunities in agriculture is primary objective to which the organization devotes significant effort and resources. In addition to youth livestock exhibitions, the organization facilitates numerous contests and competitions that require them to hone their knowledge and skills in fields such as robotics, wildlife habitat conservation, horticulture, meat quality evaluation as well as culinary and food safety skills to name a few. Scholarship awards administered by the organization exceeded $1.227 million in fiscal year 2025. Auction receipts for youth livestock entries that excelled in the organization's various exhibitions are also used by young agrarians to further their educational and agricultural pursuits. In addition to the above-mentioned efforts, the organization supports other institutions and youth scholarship programs that share its mission and values.