We caught up with Ms. Kaylia Fuchs, exhibitor of the Grand and Reserve Champion FFA Market Ewe at the 2026 Iowa State Fair. Learn a little more about Kaylia below!
How long have you been showing sheep?
6 years
What was your favorite thing about this lamb?
Grand Champion Market Ewe-(Gypsy) my favorite thing about her is her fluffy ears.
Reserve Champion Market Ewe-(Indy) my favorite thing is her attitude, she kept me busy.
Go-to “hype” song on show day?
Disturbia-Rihanna
What goes through your head when you are in the show ring?
I am trying to stay calm and do my best to show them off.
When prepping for a show, what is something that is a “must-have” in the show box?
Wire leg brush and show-sheen spray.
What is your favorite motivational quote?
“By failing to prepare, is preparing to fail”
