By Tyler Lane
The 2026 Chouteau County 4-H and FFA livestock carcass ultrasound contest took place at the Chouteau County Fairgrounds. A total of 67 animals were evaluated for carcass quality by Elin Kittelmann, Ultrasound Technician from Ekalaka. The purpose of the carcass contest is to teach youth how to correctly select, feed and finish livestock based on carcass data. If carcass criteria are met, youth can be confident they are producing a quality product that is safe, nutritious and good tasting to the consumer.
Out of 39 market swine entered at the Chouteau County Fair, thirteen qualifie...