The ASA National Young Judges & Paraders Competition is based on the goal of expanding the knowledge and skills foundations of the entrants, helping them as youthful individuals to develop their careers. This Competition not only prepares participants for future Agricultural Shows but also offers invaluable personal and professional growth opportunities, engage with industry leaders, enhance your public speaking abilities and build confidence. To do this in a setting that develops interest and skills in Agricultural careers provides a great platform for young people to become involved in our industry.

The criteria for judging emphasize the importance of justifying decisions and articulating them publicly. As judging involves subjective decision-making based on specific production systems and market trends, the ability to communicate these decisions is a critical skill that benefits participants in their professional endeavors. The aim of these competitions is to develop the judging and parading skills of young people to ensure a selection of experienced judges for future Agricultural Shows.