Frequently Asked Question:

Question 2) What is Exhibition Drug Residue legal?

All livestock shall be exhibition drug residue legal (EDRL) prior to the start of the show in which the livestock is entered into for exhibition. This includes market, non-terminal, open, and breeding classes. This means that all exhibition livestock:

• must be slaughter eligible at time of show;
• have only been administered an approved drug, for which the withdrawal time has elapsed and met tolerance;
• have not been administered an unapproved drug;
• do not contain an unlawful substance.

Dr. Dennis Summers, State Veterinarian and Animal Health Division Chief

Frequently Asked Questions:

Question 1) What livestock are required to complete a Drug Use Notification Form (DUNF)

A drug use notification form is to be completed for the following livestock exhibited in a junior livestock show: market beef; market hog; market lamb; veal calf; market dairy cattle;
market goats; market poultry; lactating dairy animals; market rabbits; and feeder cattle.

Dr. Dennis Summers, State Veterinarian and Animal Health Division Chief

Ohio’s Livestock Exhibition Rules, Livestock Show Reform Act, and state Livestock Exhibition Program are nationally and internationally recognized for being some of the best in the country and the world. Ohio and all its livestock producers and exhibitors help to keep Ohio as a top state for exhibition regulations and superior quality exhibition livestock.

In this newsletter, we aim to provide key topics and discussions on the most important and current topics related to livestock exhibition rules. It is important that all sponsors, exhibitors, producers, and veterinarians understand these new rules and be familiar with the changes and expectations. Failure to read and understand these rules, or ignoring the requirements, may have a negative impact on an exhibitor and their family. The goal is to provide information in various formats so that everyone can exhibit and enjoy the rewards of their hard work while following the law.

The 2024 fair season was another great year, and we know that 2025 will be even better. Thanks for your support!

Dr. Dennis Summers, State Veterinarian and Animal Health Division Chief