10/22/2026
From the Ring to the Capitol
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Sometimes the impact of an ag kid reaches far beyond the show ring.
What starts with early mornings, feeding chores, fitting an animal, learning responsibility, and standing in front of a judge can grow into something much bigger. These young men and women are learning lessons about work ethic, accountability, leadership, perseverance, and advocacy—lessons that can follow them all the way to the halls of the Capitol.
And every now and then, the roles are reversed… the kids become the teachers! At Oklahoma Youth Expo’s Legislative Showmanship, 4-H and FFA members have the opportunity to coach legislators on how to properly show an animal.
Who would have thought that some of the kids who once stood in a show ring would one day have a voice in shaping the future of agriculture and our communities? 🌾
Can you name any of the kids in this photo—or the legislative showman standing beside them? 👀
Tag someone who might recognize these faces! We’d love to hear the stories behind this Throwback Thursday. ❤️