ShowBarn: Livestock Manager
4-H, FFA & Show Animal Tracker
Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
ShowBarn is the #1 livestock project management app for 4-H and FFA competitors, families, and producers raising show animals.
Track weights, build feeding schedules, manage health records, and coordinate with your team — all in one place. Supports show cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, horses, rabbits, chickens, and turkeys.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
• Log and graph daily weights with automatic gain calculations
• Set feed average daily gain goals and track efficiency
• Schedule health treatments, vet visits, and show prep tasks
• Share projects with family members, ag teachers, barn help, and show teams
• Find livestock jackpot shows, and create shows you are hosting for free.
• Get reminders for feedings, weigh-ins, and appointments
WHO IT'S FOR
Whether you're a 4-H parent helping your kid prep for the county fair
or a seasoned producer managing multiple show animals, ShowBarn keeps
your barn organized.
SPECIES SUPPORTED
Show cattle, pigs, lambs, goats, horses, rabbits, chickens, turkeys
Free to start. Pro plan unlocks teams, unlimited projects, and advanced analytics.
more Just some simple bug and performance fixes.
1.23.1 9 Jun
What's New:
New Species Support — ShowBarn now supports Horses, Rabbits, Turkeys, and Chickens
Show Checklist — Stay organized with a built-in checklist for your upcoming stock shows
Gestation & Tank Tracker Redesign — Refreshed UI for gestation tracking and frozen genetics inventory
Bug Fixes & Performance — Various stability improvements and bug fixes throughout the app
1.23 16 Apr
What's New:
- Redesigned login, registration, and membership pages
- Streamlined image uploads and image full-screen viewing
- Enhanced schedule reminder notifications
- Improved profile page layout
- Weights charting and UX improvements
- My Shows and Sharing Stock Shows
- Edit rights to Shared Users
- New Documents section for uploading project docs
- Add images to Health records
- Offline local storage
- Printable Whiteboard
- Performance and stability improvements
1.22 7 Apr
New Features & Enhancements:
Ration Whiteboard – A game-changer for feeding! View all your animals and their feed rations in one place for a more streamlined feeding process.
Weigh-In Data Upgrade – Now track even more insights with targeted ADG (Average Daily Gain), actual ADG, and additional weight data to fine-tune your feeding program.
We've squashed some bugs and optimized performance to ensure a smoother experience.
Update now and take your livestock management to the next level!
1.21 28/03/2025
Get ready for a smoother, fresher ShowBarn experience! Here’s what we’ve been working on:
Lightning-Fast Performance: We’ve turbocharged the app with performance upgrades for quicker loading times—because your time matters.
Slight UI/UX Tweaks: We’ve made subtle updates to key areas, smoothing out the design and flow for a more intuitive feel.
Squashed Bugs: We’ve tackled those pesky bugs to keep things running seamlessly—stability you can count on.
Update now and see the difference! Happy showing!
1.20 28/02/2025
What's New:
Livestock Shows: You can now search for and create local livestock shows in your area! Find upcoming events, create your own shows, and manage your entries all in one place.
Discounts: Take advantage of special discounts and offers from our sponsors! Visit the new Discount Page to access exclusive deals and save on products from trusted partners.
Show Teams: We've made UI improvements to the Show Teams section for a smoother, more intuitive experience.
Bug Fix: Fixed various UI glitches for a more stable experience.
As always, thank you for using ShowBarn! We’re continuously working to improve the app and your feedback is always appreciated.
1.19.1 09/01/2025
What's New:
Livestock Shows: You can now search for and create local livestock shows in your area! Find upcoming events, create your own shows, and manage your entries all in one place.
Discounts: Take advantage of special discounts and offers from our sponsors! Visit the new Discount Page to access exclusive deals and save on products from trusted partners.
Show Teams: We've made UI improvements to the Show Teams section for a smoother, more intuitive experience.
As always, thank you for using ShowBarn! We’re continuously working to improve the app and your feedback is always appreciated.
1.19 08/01/2025
What's New in This Version:
Performance Enhancements: We've refactored the code for smoother and faster performance, making the app more efficient and responsive.
New Filtering Option: You can now filter shared projects by owner, making it easier to find specific projects and manage collaborations.
Bug Fixes: We've resolved various bugs to improve stability and the overall user experience.
1.18 07/12/2024
We're always working to improve your experience! Here's what's new in this update:
A Fresh Look for Schedules: We've redesigned schedules for a sleek, user-friendly experience.
Mark Schedules as Completed: Keep track of your progress by marking each schedule as completed. Stay organized like never before!
And of course, bug fixes to keep everything running smoothly!
1.17 21/11/2024
We're always working to improve your experience! Here's what's new in this update:
Bug Fixes: Resolved various issues to enhance app stability and performance.
Push Notifications Update: Improved reliability and timeliness of push notifications to keep you informed.
Schedule Enhancements: Updated the scheduling feature for a smoother and more intuitive experience.
Reminder Updates: Enhanced schedule reminders to ensure you never miss an important moment.
Thank you for using ShowBarn!
1.15 19/11/2024
What’s New in This Version:
Archive Projects: You can now archive livestock projects, helping you organize My Barn and focus on the projects that matter most. Archived projects are stored safely and can be accessed anytime from My Barn.
Bug Fixes: We’ve squashed some bugs to enhance stability and ensure a smoother experience.
Notification Improvements: Notifications have been refined to make sure you stay updated without any disruptions.
Thank you for using our app! We’re always working to improve, so stay tuned for more updates!
1.14 06/11/2024
We’re excited to bring you the latest update! Here’s what’s new:
Add Project Health Record from Gestation Calendar: You can now save due dates or breeding dates, calculated using the gestation calculator directly to your project's health records. Easily track these key milestones and even save them to your personal calendar for convenient reminders.
New Icons: Fresh new icons for a more visually appealing and user-friendly experience. We’ve given our app a sleek, modern look while keeping everything you love in a familiar layout.
Enhanced Back-End Features: Our team has implemented various back-end improvements to boost app performance, stability, and security. Enjoy a smoother experience with fewer bugs and faster loading times.
Thank you for your continued support and feedback! We’re always working to improve your experience, so please keep sharing your thoughts with us.
Love the app? Leave us a review! Your feedback helps us make the app even better.
1.13 18/10/2024
Add Notes to Weights: You can now add notes directly to your weights, making it easier to track changes, log progress, and keep detailed records of your weigh ins.
Bug Fixes: We've squashed some bugs to enhance your overall experience, ensuring smoother and more reliable performance.
Team and Notes Image Cropping Improvements: We’ve enhanced image cropping for Teams and Notes, making it easier to capture exactly what you need.
Update now to enjoy these features and improvements!
1.12 14/09/2024
This update brings exciting new features and improvements to enhance your ShowBarn experience!
Attach Pictures to Project Notes:
You can now add pictures directly to your project notes! Visualize your projects better by attaching images alongside your text notes, making it easier to track and organize your work.
More Precise Average Daily Gain Calculations:
We've enhanced the accuracy of Average Daily Gain calculations for project weights, ensuring you get even more precise and reliable insights for your projects.
Improved Team Experience:
We've made significant user experience improvements when viewing and managing your show teams. Navigating through teams is now smoother, more intuitive, and efficient.
Bug Fixes & Performance Enhancements:
We've addressed some pesky bugs and optimized performance to provide a faster and smoother app experience.
Update now to enjoy these new features and improvements!
1.11 27/08/2024
We’ve listened to your feedback, and we’re excited to introduce the long-awaited Annual Payment Option! Now, enjoy the convenience and savings of paying annually while getting full access to all the app’s great features.
This update also includes important bug fixes and performance improvements to ensure a smoother experience.
Thank you for your continued support and suggestions—we’re always striving to make the app even better!
1.10 23/08/2024
Version 1.9.1 is just a quick minor bug fix for new subscribers.
1.9.1 21/08/2024
We're excited to bring you some fantastic new features to enhance your experience!
Feed Labeling: You can now label your feed for Morning or Evening. This enhancement allows for more personalized and organized feed delivery, ensuring you give the right feed or supplement at the right time of day.
ADG Updates: With each weigh-in, the Average Daily Gain (ADG) is now automatically updated, giving you more accurate insights into your progress.
Update now to enjoy these improvements and more! As always, we appreciate your feedback and support.
1.9 07/08/2024
New features and performance enhancements as well as a few bug fixes.
1.8 25/07/2024
We are thrilled to unveil our latest feature: "My Tank" – your all-in-one solution for managing your semem and frozen genetics inventory with ease!
1.7 01/06/2024
Bug fixes for a more stable app and adding Health for vaccinations and treatments.
1.6 24/05/2024
Bug fixes for a more stable app and performance updates for a faster user experience and application response.
1.5 22/05/2024
Bug fixes for a more stable app and updates to Show Teams for a better user experience.
1.4 03/05/2024
Bug fixes to enhance app stability and incorporating deep links to ensure that clicking on links will open the app rather than the webpage.
1.3 30/04/2024
Bug fixes for a more stable app and introduction of ads for Free Plan users.
1.2 24/04/2024
Bug fixes for a more stable app.
1.1 24/04/2024
Just some simple bug and performance fixes.
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