Having a Cow at the State Fairgrounds

It was the last day of the of the Spring Carousel today at the New York State Fairgrounds, the biggest cattle show and competition in the world. The event allows cattle owners not only to showcase their animals, but also to increase their cows' value.

Winners of the biggest competitions at the show can increase their value by as much as $500,000, according to Patsy Gifford, the executive director of Holstein U.S.A.

The showcase featured more than 1,200 cows from 21 states and Canada. Gifford says these cows supply some of the largest dairy companies in the country.

Despite the economic hardships throughout the country, today was a day to celebrate for the dairy industry. Gifford was not especially concerned about the plight of the dairy industry.