It is that time of year again, when the smell of fried food fills the air, farmers bring out their biggest livestock to be judged and bakers display their ribbon-winning pies. Almost every state has its own official state fair during the summer or fall, but these eight stand out with their funky foods, hefty produce and adorable animal exhibits.
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