The 2026 Crossroads Beef Expo was a tremendous success, bringing together breeders, youth exhibitors, sponsors, and beef industry supporters for a weekend filled with high-quality cattle, strong competition, and outstanding fellowship.

From the Pen Show to the Youth Show and the ever-popular Brisket, Wine & Cheese Mixer, the weekend highlighted the strength, dedication, and community spirit that defines the beef industry.

Pen Show Highlights

The weekend kicked off Saturday afternoon with the highly competitive Pen Show. Exhibitors impressed judges Kirk Goldsmith, Curt Goehring, and Kolby Heaven with exceptional quality, preparation, and attention to detail.

Yearling Bulls

Champion: Silversmith Farms – $300
Jacket donated by Kindersley Mainline
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis
YETI donated by Merck

Reserve: Desertland Cattle – $200
Mineral Tub donated by BOSS Feeds

2-Year-Old Bulls

Champion: McKeary Charolais – $300
Jacket donated by Blue Rock Animal Nutrition
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis
YETI donated by Merck

Reserve: Wildflower Angus – $200
Mineral Tub donated by BOSS Feeds

Purebred Heifers

Champion: Wildflower Angus – $300
Jacket donated by BSSA
Vaccine Cooler donated by Zoetis

Reserve: Camden Cattle – $200
Mineral Tub donated by BOSS Feeds

Commercial Heifers

Champion: Ray & Erin Penner – $300
Jacket donated by Oyen Vet Services
Vaccine Cooler donated by Zoetis

Reserve: Brandt Lyster – Clarbyrn Farms – $200
Mineral Tub donated by BOSS Feeds

Brisket, Wine & Cheese Mixer a Crowd Favourite

The annual Brisket, Wine & Cheese Mixer once again proved to be a highlight of the Expo. Breeders, exhibitors, sponsors, and friends gathered to enjoy incredible beef and meaningful conversation.

Briskets were proudly supplied and served by breeder groups and associations, alongside the East Sounding Creek 4-H Beef Club.

Wine was generously donated by Good Angus – Mindy Good, 6S Liquor Sedalia, and Oyen Liquor Mart. Cheese was donated by TD Bank – Erin Logan & Kelly Toft, and gourmet mustard by Prairie Mustard of Rosetown, SK.

Youth Show: The Future of the Industry

Sunday’s Youth Show showcased remarkable talent, sportsmanship, and dedication from competitors across all age divisions.

Overall Heifer Champions

Grand Champion Heifer: Addison Charbonneau – $750
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis

Reserve Champion Heifer: Cheyenne Symens – $500
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis

Overall Steer Champions

Grand Champion Steer: Weston Fahey – $2,000
Sponsored by the Ashley Good Memorial – Don & Mindy Good
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis

Reserve Champion Steer: Briar Blanchette – $1,000
Sponsored by the Ashley Good Memorial – Don & Mindy Good
Vaccine Gun donated by Zoetis

All 18 Showmanship finalists received a choice of tack item from Mountain West Livestock, donated by Silversmith Farms.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors

The Crossroads Beef Expo would not be possible without the incredible generosity of our sponsors. Your support of youth, agriculture, and the beef industry makes this event stronger every year. (See the thank you ad in this paper).

From the quality in the pens to the confidence shown by youth exhibitors, the 2026 Crossroads Beef Expo once again demonstrated the strength and bright future of the beef industry.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back next year for another outstanding weekend celebrating cattle, community, and youth excellence.

PHOTOS BY SEVEN D MEDIA