Cy-Fair ISD Livestock Show and Sale Raises $750,000 for Student Projects at 32nd Annual Event
The Cypress-Fairbanks ISD community once again demonstrated the power of local support and agricultural pride during the 32nd Annual CFISD Livestock Show Association (LSA) Show and Sale, held Feb. 5–7 at the CFISD Exhibit Center.
This year’s event generated $750,000 in support of student-led agriculture projects, continuing a decades-long tradition of investing in the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs and skilled trades professionals.
More Than $740,000 Raised for CFISD Agriculture Students
According to official totals, the 2026 CFISD Livestock Show and Sale raised $750,000 across multiple sale categories:
- Premium Sale (Live Auction): $459,050
- Freezer Sale: $174,204
- Agriculture Mechanics & Horticulture Silent Auction: $26,012
- Royalty Scholarships & Cash Prizes: $7,069
- Monetary Donations to Students: $84,673
- Merchandise Sales: $3,134
These funds directly support CFISD FFA and agriculture science students who spend months raising livestock, designing floral arrangements, building ag mechanics projects and cultivating horticulture entries.
For many students across Cypress Woods, Cypress Ranch, Cy-Fair, Bridgeland, Jersey Village, Cypress Creek, Cypress Park, Cypress Falls and other CFISD campuses, the show represents far more than competition—it is the culmination of early mornings, late nights and unwavering commitment.
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Honoring Legacy: Show Dedicated to Past Champions
The 32nd Annual Show and Sale was dedicated to past show champions for their unwavering dedication, perseverance and achievements that have left a lasting legacy within CFISD agriculture and livestock programs.
The dedication reflected a deeper theme that continues to define the CFISD Livestock Show Association: excellence rooted in tradition, mentorship and community investment.
Introducing the Debbie Blackshear FFA Member of the Year Award
This year’s event also marked the introduction of the Debbie Blackshear FFA Member of the Year Award.
The award honors an outstanding CFISD FFA student who demonstrates exceptional leadership, dedication and character within the FFA community. Blackshear, who served on the CFISD Board of Trustees from 2015–2023, was a strong advocate for FFA programs and remained actively involved in the Livestock Show through committee service and live auction participation.
The inaugural recipient will be recognized at the May Regular Board Meeting, with their name memorialized on a plaque displayed at the CFISD Exhibit Center.
District Leadership Praises Student Dedication
“I am incredibly proud of the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD agriculture students who compete in this annual event,” said Mark Williams, director of career and technical education. “Their success is a testament to their dedication, commitment and the passion of their agriculture science instructors. Our students, instructors and agriculture program exemplify the incredible opportunities we provide in CFISD.”
His words echoed what many families and buyers experience firsthand each year: students emerging not only with awards, but with confidence, work ethic and professional skills that extend far beyond the show ring.
2026 Grand Champion Highlights
Several standout exhibitors earned Grand Champion titles during the 32nd Annual CFISD Livestock Show Association Show and Sale:
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Grand Champion Steer: Emerson Willeford, Cypress Woods — sold for $30,000 to Jarrar & Company Inc. and Lone Star Chevrolet/Houston Area Chevrolet
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Grand Champion Swine: Maria Lopez, Jersey Village — sold for $23,000 to Conda Maza JRP LLC
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Grand Champion Goat: Mariah Hume, Cypress Creek — sold for $7,500 to Lone Star Chevrolet/Houston Area Chevrolet
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Grand Champion Lamb: Ryleigh Dilleshaw, Cy-Fair — sold for $7,000 to Jarrar & Company Inc. and Lone Star Chevrolet/Houston Area Chevrolet
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Grand Champion Broilers: Luke O’Rear, Cypress Ranch — sold for $7,000 to Jarrar & Company Inc. and Lone Star Chevrolet/Houston Area Chevrolet
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Grand Champion Turkey: Colton Porter, Cypress Woods — sold for $6,500 to Jarrar & Company Inc.
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Grand Champion Rabbit: Jonathan Hogue, Cypress Ranch — sold for $4,500 to Ridgemont Memorial Funeral Home
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Grand Champion Floral Design: Maylee Tompkins, Cypress Falls — sold for $2,250 to Boyer Inc.
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Grand Champion Ag Mechanics: Evelyn Ortiz Parrado, Cypress Park
Across every division—from horticulture and ag mechanics to livestock showmanship—the competition reflected both technical skill and personal growth.
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A Community Investment in the Future
What makes the CFISD Livestock Show and Sale unique is the collaboration between students, educators, local businesses and families. Buyers such as Jarrar & Company Inc., Lone Star Chevrolet/Houston Area Chevrolet, Boyer Inc., Ridgemont Memorial Funeral Home and others reinvest directly into student futures through their purchases.
For Greater Houston families and community members searching for ways to support Cypress-Fairbanks ISD events, CFISD FFA programs, and student agriculture projects, the annual Livestock Show and Sale remains one of the most impactful opportunities of the year.
The $750,000 raised in 2026 tells a powerful story: when a community shows up, students thrive.
Stay tuned with My Neighborhood News for continued coverage of CFISD events, FFA achievements and student milestones across Cypress, Bridgeland, Jersey Village, Cy-Fair and surrounding communities.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.