A youth exhibitor smiles as she shows off her animal to bidders Aug. 9, 2025, at the Umatilla County Fair Youth Livestock Auction in Hermiston. (East Oregonian/File)HERMISTON — The Umatilla County Fair seeks to again break its sales and participation records during the annual Youth Livestock Auction. Last year, the auction sold $1,608,315 from 356 participants — up by more than $100,000 compared to its 2024 sales. The Youth Livestock Auction always is on the last day of the fair; this year, it’s Aug. 15 at 10 a.m. We’re in for it, so come on down and help us,’” said Marie Linnell, the livestock sales superintendent.