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On the Cover

Contents

A weekend of sales you won’t want to miss. Be sure to attend the Kings of the Hill and the Syndicate sales on Sept. 9!

Table of 6

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Meet Your New Executive Director, Colby Ferguson............................8 Ferguson.

Capitol Report..................................................................................12 Report Texas Report.....................................................................................16 Report.........................................................

Why Texas?.......................................................................................24 Texas?............................................

Preparing for African Swine Fever.....................................................46 Fever Meet the Junior Ambassadors..........................................................52 Ambassadors Youth Spotlight: Kotton West............................................................62 West.............

CTBR Results....................................................................................73 Results............................

Producer Spotlight: JDF Farms.......................................................130 Farms.

Sales Trail.......................................................................................139 Trail............

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2023 TPPA’S MISSION “Education. Advocacy. Promotion.

The Texas Pork Producers Association is dedicated to the advancement of a sustainable and profitable pork industry.”

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President - Josh Krohn, Lamesa President Elect - Peter Baumert, Dalhart Vice President - Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Executive Member - Todd Beyers, Abernathy Executive Member - Charles Hodde, Burton Executive Member - Robbie Harkey, Hale Center Immediate Past President - Doug Schaefer, Garden City

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Coby Berger, Giddings Chance Waldrip, Dalhart Shelby Padgett, Amarillo Luke Lindner, Comfort

Jeremy Rounsavall, Purdon Doug Alderson, Marion Carrie Brockman, Montgomery Jason Foote, Lubbock

STAFF Executive Director Colby Ferguson colby@texaspork.org Director of Youth and Communications Riley Reep riley@texaspork.org Interns Cambry Cline Brooke Beyers

Texas Pork Producers Association 4514 Englewood Ave Lubbock, TX 79414 806.705.6800 :: Phone tppa@texaspork.org Programs are made available to pork producers without regard to race, color, sex, religion or national origin. TPPA is an equal opportunity employer.

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October

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MEET YOUR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

COLBY

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y three passions are Family, Swine and Advocacy. My family has been a passion since my early days growing up on my grandparent’s farm in south central Oklahoma. Growing up on a cattle and hog farm allowed me to understand the value of family and working together for a common goal.

When my grandfather passed away when I was young, our family came together to keep the farm going, teaching me the value of family and the need for it. Those roots established a foundation that I use today with my wife and kids.

The swine industry is another passion of mine. Early on, I knew swine was my favorite of the livestock species. Spending days in the barn early in life with my dad, then working at the Oklahoma National Stockyards sorting and selling hogs later in my teenage years, are times I still remember today. It wasn’t until my high school years that I got the opportunity to raise and show pigs. My experience in FFA and showing at local, county and state shows, furthered that passion for the industry. I loved the process of going and finding the next year’s show barrow, while also trying to raise one at the same time. Meeting breeders around the state and learning from them helped increase the value of that experience. I was able to expand my passion for swine and 8

the livestock industry through livestock judging. My success in FFA livestock judging afforded me the opportunity to judge in junior college at Eastern Oklahoma State College. That experience fueled my passion for the swine industry and helped me make the decision to refine my college major to Animal Science/Biotechnology when I transferred to Oklahoma State University. At OSU, I judged on the livestock judging team and got the opportunity to work at the OSU swine barn. After graduation, I was given the opportunity to work on my masters in swine genetics while coaching the North Carolina State livestock judging team.

Shortly after my move to North Carolina, I met my wife while judging her county fair in Maryland. After making many trips between the states, we married in 1996 and began to start our own family in Maryland. We knew from the beginning that we wanted to make sure our kids were raised on a farm, and got same opportunity to raise livestock as we did. We focused on show pigs and after a couple of years of buying them to show, we decided to start raising a few. We grew the operation to around 10 sows quickly and was held there until our oldest graduated high school and went off to college. Without his help, we could no longer keep the number of sows.

With our family no longer raising hogs,

we began building our relationship with breeders while purchasing show hogs from around the country. We were able to take the kids all over the country to regional and national shows where we met so many great families. However, it was the days of being in the barn and exercising pigs that will always be my favorite times. I watched our family grow and our kids learn to be strong willed, dependable, and independent. Skills they don’t teach in school anymore. Our kids have that passion for agriculture because of the love for it within our family.

Over the last 20 years, I’ve worked on my third passion, advocacy. Early on, it was working as the agriculture business development specialist in my county economic development office. There, I learned to advocate for the farmer that was looking to expand their farm and needed permits and zoning approvals while also helping with financing and other needs. Seeing farmers, young and old, take their dreams and turn them into reality was worth more than the salary I was making. After doing that for 10 years, I got the opportunity to take my passion for advocacy to the state level, as the director of government relations for Maryland Farm Bureau (MDFB). As the lead lobbyist for MDFB, I was the voice for the Maryland farmer, and worked to keep them viable and profitable.

Taking on and killing legislation that would put farmers out of business, while also working on and passing good legislation to help the farmer diversify and grow was what made the advocacy such a passion. It was exhausting, but very rewarding in the end when farmers and legislators would come up and thank you for a job well done. I’ve always loved raising pigs and having a farm of my own, but when I’m also able to help my fellow farmers keep theirs, that’s the icing on the cake.

With our kids now in Oklahoma, as my son is an Ag. Teacher and my daughter a Senior at Oklahoma State University, we have wanted to move closer to them. When I was given the opportunity to accept the Executive Director position with the Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA), it was a sign from God that it was time to make that move. Allowing us to move closer to our kids and me focus on advocating for the swine industry in Texas, it was the perfect fit.

Family, Swine, and Advocacy, passions that I will use to make sure I do what is needed to ensure TPPA has the voice in both Texas and Washington D.C. that the swine producers deserve. Thank you all for this honor to lead an association of such importance for the swine producers and youth exhibitors here in Texas.

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Capitol report The latest nationwide pork industry news

California Proposition 12

15 percent of the U.S. pork market.

Proposition 12 will dramatically reduce On May 11, 2023, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld California Proposition 12. the pork supply for Californians and raise prices that will disproportionately affect Proposition 12, as written: low-income households.

1.Bans the sale of pork from the According to a University of Minnesota offspring of sows kept in pens that do not meet its prescribed dimensions of 24 study, the conversion of sow barns to group pens would cost between $1.9 square feet per sow.

2.Prohibits breeding pens that provide billion and more than $3.2 billion. With California’s mandate to also eliminate a safe postpartum space for sows to recover from their previous litter without the use of breeding stalls will also contribute to significant increases of the stress of fighting and establishing industry costs. dominance in the herd. Today’s typical For more information and current sow farm offers a comfortable 16-18 status on the issue, visit www.nppc.org/ square feet per sow.

3.Applies to any uncooked pork sold in ca-prop-12/.

California, whether raised there or outside Protecting the Safety of the the state’s borders. It specifically applies to bacon and other cuts of meat that have Food Supply in the Farm Bill The National Pork Producers Counbeen cured, preserved, or flavored but not cil (NPPC) board officers and experts cooked. It does not apply to combination discussed the pork industry’s current products such as sandwiches, hot dogs, priorities at a policy panel at the 2023 pizzas, or other prepared foods that are World Pork Expo. comprised of more than pork meat and “Advocating for reasonable public seasonings. California has also said it will not apply to ground or comminuted pork policy, expanding exports, protecting our animals from foreign animal diseases such as that found in sausage. and defending efforts to restrict what we California has nearly 40 million resido all help keep our farms successful,” dents which accounts for approximately

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said NPPC President and fifth-generation pig farmer Scott Hays of Missouri.

“Despite facing economic headwinds, pig farmers have always prevailed in difficult times to put safe and affordable food on the table.”

Andrew Bailey, NPPC legal counsel,

Andrew Bailey, NPPC legal counsel, science and technology, discussed how the renewal of key farm bill programs addressing animal disease prevention and management of foreign animal disease (FAD) risks are vital to protecting the U.S. pig herd, which include: National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures, Bank National Animal Health Laboratory Network, National Animal Disease Preparedness, and Response Program National Veterinary Stockpile.

Dr. Anna Forseth, NPPC director of animal health, shared the industry’s progress on six priorities to prepare for a FAD. These include – harmonizing state and federal response, on-farm preparedness, surveillance, U.S. SHIP indemnity and international trade.

“Pork producers are facing an increasing threat from foreign animal disease, such as African swine fever, and the potential impacts cannot be overstated,” said Hays.

“Farm bill

programs and funding support critical prevention and preparedness measures to protect producers and consumers by minimizing risks to the U.S. pork supply.”

Active Trade Agenda Supports Producers and the U.S. Economy

U.S. pig farmers have built a reputation for providing high-quality, affordable, and safe pork products globally. Maria C. Zieba, NPPC vice president of international affairs, highlighted the importance of international markets for the industry.

Opening new and expanding existing markets through trade agreements, investment framework agreements and market access deals is vital to its success.

NPPC is focused on bilateral market access negotiations in Southeast Asia, and its inclusion in the IndoPacific Economic Framework, which encompasses 13 countries and 1.5 billion consumers and through the U.S.Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade.

Visa Reform Needs to Address the Labor Shortage

Christina Banoub spoke about the ongoing labor shortage negatively impacting all links of the food supply chain, particularly in the pork industry. NPPC supports expanding the H-2A visa program that will allow access to year-round labor for agriculture, including pig farming.

Despite higher wage offerings and competitive benefits, pig farm employment has declined since 2021.

As a result, the U.S. pork industry is dependent on foreign-born workers, but current visa programs fail to meet the workforce needs of farmers. We are in dire need of expansion of the H-2A visa program.

NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys commented that recent policy successes and disappointments will impact

producers for years to come. With the Supreme Court’s decision upholding California Proposition 12, another NPPC priority is working with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to ensure a smooth transition for farmers and consumers who want to continue buying pork at California grocery stores and restaurants.

“As our industry faces challenging economic conditions, producers need certainty and peace of mind in other areas of their businesses.,” said Humphreys. “As the global voice for the U.S. pork industry, NPPC speaks up to shape policy that will allow producers to focus on what they do best – provide consumers with the safest and the most wholesome and nutritious pork products found anywhere on the planet.”

Policy papers and additional resources are available at www.nppc.org/wpxmedia for more detailed information.

Market

The market remains highly uncertain.

Bellies have been and continue to be a major drag for the wholesale index, accounting for about half of the decline in wholesale prices. With large inventories and expected lower California demand, the price upside risk for bellies is lower than in previous years.

Enforcement of Prop 12 law in California will commence in July but California officials are saying that product already in inventory will continue to be sold after July 2.

Retail pork demand has been mixed.

Pork shoulder has benefited from the high price of beef, and it is currently trading near a year ago. Pork loins, however, are facing more competition from chicken and are down almost 20% y/y.

For a more detailed report, visit www.porkcheckoff.org/markets/.

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Private Property Rights

The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruled on May 25 in Sackett v. EPA that EPA clearly overstepped its authority under the Clean Water Act by restricting private property owners from developing their land despite being far from the nearest navigable water.

“The ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court is a tremendous victory for private property rights and for farmers and ranchers in Texas and across the nation. The EPA overstepped its authority,” said Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening. “This case represented blatant overreach by a federal agency that willfully disregarded the property rights of landowners in its application of the Clean Water Act. This issue has been a focus for many years, and it’s gratifying to see the rights of landowners protected and the authority of government reined in by the Court’s decision.”

Right to Farm Act

Texas voters can provide important protections in the Texas Constitution for everyday farming and ranching after the passage of a proposed right to farm and

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ranch constitutional amendment by the Texas Legislature.

The committee substitute for HJR 126

by State Rep. DeWayne Burns of Cleburne was approved May 4 by the Texas Senate, 31-0. State Sen. Charles Perry of Lubbock sponsored the amendment in the Senate.

The committee substitute for HJR 126 had been previously approved on April

10 by the Texas House of Representatives, 144-0.

The measure now heads to the Nov. 7 statewide ballot.

“The constitutional amendment isn’t about protecting the past. It’s about ensuring Texans’ access to safe and affordable food in the future. We’re grateful for the leadership and efforts of Rep. Burns and Sen. Perry in securing passage of this very important constitutional amendment,” said Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening of Poth.

The constitutional amendment specifies people have the right to engage in generally accepted farm, ranch, timber

production, horticulture, or wildlife management practices on real property they own or lease.

“Texas continues to rapidly increase in population, and it’s critical that farmers and ranchers be able to grow food, fiber and fuel for our state and nation as more and

more agricultural areas are impacted by development and population growth.

The time is right for this constitutional amendment,” said Boening, who testified twice at the state Capitol in support of HJR 126.

Farming and ranching are vital components of a healthy Texas, contributing over $115 billion to the state economy.

Emergency Relief Assistance

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced plans to roll out $3.7 billion in Emergency Relief Program (ERP) and Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) assistance to crop and livestock producers who sustained losses due to a qualifying natural disaster event in calendar year 2022. USDA is sharing early information to allow producers time to gather documents in advance of program delivery.

Through distribution of remaining funds, USDA is also concluding the 2021 ELRP program by sending payments in

the amount of 20% of the initial ELRP payment to all existing recipients.

“U.S. agricultural producers nationwide endured crippling natural disaster events in 2022 including a megadrought, Hurricane Ian, epic flooding and catastrophic wildfires. To say these events were costly is an understatement,” Vilsack said. “We are designing payment factors that ensure the fair, equitable and efficient delivery of program benefits to help as many producers as possible offset the significant financial impacts resulting from these ongoing and widespread natural disasters.”

To learn more, visit usda.gov.

carry out Congress’s intent to protect the nation’s waters, but the court is not convinced that the Act’s text supports unrestrained federal jurisdiction over all interstate waters,” the decision read.

“Farmers and ranchers need rules that don’t require a team of attorneys, environmental consultants and engineers to interpret,” said Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening in a statement.

“These legal challenges are important.

They send a clear message to EPA that it should rewrite WOTUS to limit its scope to navigable waters.”

WOTUS Decision

The Biden administration proposed to expand the jurisdiction of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to include foreign purchases of real estate within 100 miles of U.S. military bases.

After a spy balloon was spotted roaming over the United States and a Chinese company, Fufeng, planned to build a milling plant 12 miles from an Air Force Base in North Dakota, the issue of foreign land purchases gained national attention.

Under the proposed rule, the U.S. government would need to approve any attempt by foreign firms or individuals to purchase property within the vicinity of military bases. Additionally, the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. would be granted greater authority.

About 40 million acres of U.S. agricultural land are owned by foreign investors, according to USDA. Texas has the largest amount of foreign-owned acreage at 4.7 million acres, mostly owned by Canadian investors.

On March 19, a district judge ruled to block the Biden administration’s Water of the United States (WOTUS) rule from going into effect in two states, Texas and Idaho.

The WOTUS rule was finalized at the end of 2022 and clarified which bodies of water fall under federal jurisdiction under the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Water Act.

The ruling by U.S. District Judge Jeffery Vincent Brown comes after a lawsuit filed by a coalition of industry groups and business groups, including the Texas Farm Bureau and the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation.

The lawsuit argued the rule would expand federal jurisdiction to include ditches, ephemeral streams and other water bodies that are not traditionally considered navigable waters.

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WHY

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hile the Lubbock summer heat swelters outside the conference center, national and Texas pork industry leaders gather for a series of educational sessions and networking opportunities. With notepads out and the first cup of coffee finished, producers quiet their conversations as Dr. Brett Kaysen begins to present the answer to the question: Why Texas? As a Senior Vice President of Producer and State Engagement from National Pork Board, Kaysen represents all producers across the country, but he challenges Texas producers to consider their assets on a larger scale.

ZOOMING IN AND OUT

Scales are very important to the pork industry in the state of Texas. Thousands of exhibitors hope to cross the scales at major pig shows. Producers strive to send lean product down the carcass scales at the processing plant. Kaysen explained that no matter the scale of a pig farm in Texas, the impact on the pork industry is huge.

“The state that we’re in has a lot of livestock shows, and these are huge components of the pork industry,” Kaysen said. “If you just zoom out and look at

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the state of Texas as just a general supply chain piece, that component to the pork industry is huge.”

On the largest scale at the National Pork Board, Kaysen explained how he works for the producers of the country. National Pork Board is consumer focused, and producer led. Without consumers, producers do not exist; therefore, he said it is important to remember that any scale of producer, whether their focus is generating show pigs or not, is in the food business.

FARM TO FORK

Kaysen said a third of the population of the U.S. lives in five states.

Those five states are: California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, Florida. In efforts to increase demand and pork consumption, the National Pork Board has identified key markets where the households are buying more fresh pork products, and they are focusing on retail partner relationships. Texas’ population is a prime target for marketing strategies.

“What you have in Texas is you have a lot of people.” Kaysen said. “The other part of this is that you have a re-

ally interesting demographic and it’s ever changing.”

In Texas, 40% of the population is Hispanic in nature. The Hispanic preference today often consists of ground pork combined with vegetables. The African American community in Texas is more focused on processed products. Younger generations are contradicting previous trends with current healthy diet trends and advertising tactics in conjunction with meatless protein products. Kaysen said the fresh pork franchise might be the answer.

Kaysen said every Texas pork producer can be an entrepreneur with pork products through the production chain or with non-select show pig marketing.

He said the local food market is real and growing. By focusing on nutrition, ethical treatment of people and animals and sustainability, Texas producers can be trusted and verified by consumers by showing pork is raised by real people coming from real farms that really care about their animals’ welfare.

“THAT SHOW PIG IS A JUST PASSIONS Kaysen describes himself as a supporter of the producer. He said he believes in for those who fund the Pork A VEHICLE FOR DEVELOPING advocating Checkoff, and he argues that without showing pigs growing up, he might not YOUNG LEADERS.” be in the position he is in currently.

SUPPLY CHAIN PIECE

Zoom out to the overall domestic scale, and Kaysen said Texas’ contribution to pork exports is an opportunity to grow. In the United States, 25-27% of pork products including those from Texas are exported.

“Does Texas have any kind of water around it?” Kaysen asked. “If you’re from Pampa, you say no, but if you’re from Galveston, you say, yes. That’s important.

Does Texas have a lot of cold storage available? You stack a lot of meat. Yes. Do you have a heck of a rail system? Absolutely. Do you have a great road system?

Yes, you do. You’re a huge part of this

whole supply chain.”

The international pork export market is currently largely dependent on exports to Japan and China. The goal of the National Pork Board is to diversify international markets which can impact Texas producers.

The biggest threat to this venture is African Swine Fever. If an outbreak were announced, all exports shut down.

“The number one key to success to prevent any foreign animal diseases from happening, is don’t let it happen,” Kaysen said. “I would ask us all to play a role in Texas. It’s essential business for all of you in the room. You and our other colleagues in the show business can be part of the solution.

Step one is your premise identification. Step two is hope.”

“If [kids] show a pig, but they become a lawyer or something else outside of the pork industry, do you think they’ll still be an advocate for it? They better be, or we screwed up,” Kaysen said.

Confidence and sportsmanship can be instilled in young people through the competitive Texas show pig industry, but Kaysen said he believes these principles need to be examined on a larger scale.

“What I worry about at times with the show enthusiasts is we see each other as competitors, and we don’t think about what the true competition is,” Kaysen said. “We may compete pig versus pig in the ring, but the true competition is competition for time, resources, and other passions.”

He said his passion is to make sure Texas producers know the Pork Checkoff is committed to all pig farmers around the country.

With the population, demographics, infrastructure, and show pig production, Kaysen described why Texas can be incredibly valuable to the pork industry on a national scale. He challenges the smallest to largest producers to zoom out and consider the pork business at a domestic and state level, and ask the question: Why not, Texas?

“I still think the greatest asset you have in your state is something you’re really going to want to hold on to that is really important, and it’s talent,” Kaysen said.

“You produce a ton of young talent in the show pig sector. At the end of the day, that show pig is a just a vehicle for developing young leaders.”

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PORK CHECKOFF AT ITS CORE: PROMOTION, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION National Pork Board builds trust in and adds value to the U.S. pork industry through strategic research, education and promotion efforts. With priorities set by producer leaders, like their 15-member board of directors and task forces, the organization uses real insights to deliver solutions for on-farm operations, consumer-focused demand development and sustainability.

The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in consumer education and marketing; retail and food service marketing; international market development; production improvement; science and technology; swine health, pork safety and environmental management and sustainability. Through a legislative national Pork Checkoff, pork producers invest $0.35 for each $100 value of hogs sold.

Promotion

A large portion of Pork Checkoff dollars are invested in marketing pork to help build consumer confidence and trust in pork products. Pork Checkoff-funded promotions are designed to increase domestic pork sales through consumer, retail and food service outreach.

The Win Bigger Blitz campaign drives demand for pork products in states consuming the most pork by volume. Texas is an important part of this marketing strategy, specifically in the Houston and San Antonio areas. During the campaign, specialty menu items are currently being sold for a limited time at specific retail stores. The campaign also targets grocery stores like HEB, Costco and Walmart to grow demand for products like ribs and pork chops, which are typically purchased during summer or holiday grilling season.

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Research

Pork Checkoff-funded research is administered in all areas of pork production, processing and human nutrition to develop a higher quality and more profitable product in the competitive meat protein market. Recently, NPB completed the National Retail Benchmarking study, which aims to improve the position of pork in the market by focusing on the quality and consistency of pork, as well as various meat case metrics.

Checkoff dollars are also used to fund projects to help pig farmers prevent and prepare for foreign animal disease (FAD) outbreaks. Keeping pigs healthy is important to all producers, especially in the showpig industry. As exhibitors travel across the country and into many different barns, showpig exhibitors

Producer & Consumer Education

Providing producers access to the latest technology and information is an important objective for the Pork Checkoff.

For example, the Pork Checkoff funds programs like Pork Quality Assurance® Plus (PQA Plus®), Transport Quality Assurance® (TQA®) and Youth for the Quality Care for Animals (YQCA) demonstrating pig farmer commitment to improve their farm. These programs and the industry-defined Good Production Practices serve as examples that pig farmers are doing what’s right for the pork industry, a key consideration for packers, foodservice, retail and other consumer-facing audiences.

Consumer education is also imperative to growing and continuing demand for pork products. Food editors, chefs, journalists, and other food trend influencers in the U.S. receive pork industry information on a regular basis. Pork Checkoff funds are also used to create information about how pork fits into a healthy diet available to health professionals, registered dietitians, teachers and others.

Sign up for the Pork Checkoff weekly email for the latest information on these programs and more at Porkcheckoff.org/email.

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PORK

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ork is the most popular protein in the world - with good reason. From the authentic, flavorful experience to its many cut varieties, pork provides an affordable and easy solution for any craving. Pork has many beneficial qualities that make it easy to incorporate into a balanced menu. The variety of options range from decadent and flavorful to lean and nutrient-rich cuts that are affordable, easy to make, and enjoyable to people of all ages. Cooking with pork is simple and beneficial. Food is an experience, and pork allows people to connect. After all, it’s the most popular protein around the world. From barbeque in the United States to paella in Spain, pork brings home a taste of the world that all can all enjoy.

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BREAKFAST

Mexican Chorizo Huevos Rancheros

- 12 ounces Mexican Chorizo - 8 Corn Tortillas (5 or 6 inches in diameter) - Cooking spray - 15 ounces Refried Black Beans (warmed, substitute refried pinto beans or any kind of cooked whole bean you prefer) - Vegetable Oil - 8 Large Eggs - 15 ounces Tomato Salsa (roasted) - Cilantro - Avocado - Queso Fresco Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange tortillas on 2 baking sheets, making sure they are evenly spaced and not overlapping. Lightly spray the top of each tortilla with cooking spray and then transfer the baking sheets into the oven.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until crisp, but not brown.

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Heat a cast iron skillet over mediumhigh heat. Once hot, stir in the chorizo,

breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it starts to cook. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until chorizo is cooked through. Remove the cooked chorizo from the skillet with a slotted spoon to let any excess fat drip off.

Place the chorizo in a medium bowl and set aside.

Drain any excess fat left behind from the chorizo and in the same skillet, add 2-3 teaspoons of oil. Carefully crack 3 eggs into the skillet, evenly spaced so they have room to cook, and cook until the egg white is solid, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the fried eggs to a parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat this process for remaining eggs.

To assemble, smear equal amounts of refried beans on top of each crisp tortilla, followed by equal parts of the jarred salsa. Sprinkle equal amounts of the cooked chorizo on top of the salsa, followed by one fried egg on top of each tortilla. Serve immediately.

Lunch The Other Burger - 1 pound Ground Pork - 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon Salt Gently mix together ground pork and seasonings, shape into 4 burgers about 3/4-inch in thickness.

Place on grill over moderate-hot coals, lower hood and grill for 5 minutes; turn and finish grilling 4-5 minutes more, Cook until an instant read thermometer reads 160 degrees F. Serve immediately on sandwich buns if desired.

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Dinner

Grilled Pork Chops with Basil - Garlic Rub - 4 Bone-In Ribeye Pork Chops (rib, 3/4inch thick) - 2 Cloves Garlic (peeled) - 1 cup Fresh Basil (packed) - 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (fresh) - 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt - 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Prepare a medium-hot fire in grill.

Brush the grate clean and oil the grate.

Grill chops over direct heat, turning once, to medium rare doneness, 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time.

Combine minced garlic and chopped fresh basil. Add lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper to make thin wet rub. Spread both sides of pork chops with basil-garlic rub.

Let stand 15 to 30 minutes.

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Lead intense. progressive. thought-provoking.

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Each individual participating in the camp devotes five days to meeting people and gaining a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the Texas and US pork industries.

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PREPARING FOR AFRICAN SWINE FEVER

by Jeff Wiegert, PhD, Swine Extension Specialist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

• African Swine Fever is not currently in the United States, yet it has the potential to devastate Texas swine farms of all shapes and sizes when it arrives.

• An African Swine Fever outbreak in the US would lead to implementation of federal swine movement restrictions and substantial financial losses due to pig health and mortality costs.

• Enhance your farm’s biosecurity in advance of an African Swine Fever outbreak by completing a site-specific Secure Pork Supply plan.

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frican Swine Fever (ASF) is a disease of swine endemic to the wild pig species of sub-Saharan Africa, such as bush pigs and warthogs.

The virus that causes ASF is deadly in domestic swine but does not infect humans or other animals. Symptoms of ASF in infected pigs include fever, anorexia, weakness, blotchy skin, diarrhea and vomiting, difficulty breathing, and spontaneous death, and certain strains of the virus can result in acute outbreaks with near 100% mortality.

The virus primarily spreads between pigs through direct contact with infected animals, interaction with contaminated fomite (e.g., boots, clothing, or vehicles),

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USDA APHIS www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/pests-diseases/asf/asf

ingestion of contaminated pig tissue or pork products, and bites from certain species of ticks known to carry the virus.

Despite ongoing efforts, there is currently no commercially available vaccine or treatment for ASF. Moreover, the virus is highly resilient, and can remain infectious in suitable environments for months or longer, making it extremely challenging to control or eradicate. Wild pig populations are known to harbor the ASF virus and spread it to domestic pig farms. In Texas, feral pigs outnumber domestic swine at least 3:1. The virus can survive on fresh, cured, and frozen pork, making human transportation of

food products a common mechanism of disease transmission, particularly over long distances.

Although ASF is not currently present in the United States, it is spreading worldwide and causing havoc wherever it appears. Over the past decade, the virus has emerged in Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean, resulting in severe consequences for pig producers. To control the spread of the disease in these countries, producers have been forced to resort to mass culling of infected and at-risk animals, leading to significant financial hardships due to limited pig supply and elevated production costs associated with farm biosecurity, disease

surveillance, and animal health, mortality, and disposal expenses. Unfortunately, these economic conditions have disproportionately affected smaller-scale swine producers.

Additionally, because the ASF virus survives in pork products, ASF infection prevents affected countries from exporting their products internationally, further burdening local pork markets and limiting producer revenue.

The US would likely experience similar costs to pig health and production following an ASF outbreak.

Indeed, the loss of export opportunities would pose a substantial economic challenge to the US pork industry, as greater than 25% of domestically raised pork is currently consumed internationally. For these reasons, the USDA classifies ASF as a Foreign Animal Disease, meaning that the virus will not be tolerated to exist in the United States, should it arrive.

While ASF is not currently present in the US, it is essential to consider the possibility of its arrival and to prepare accordingly. Of course, the ideal scenario will be to keep ASF out of Texas and the US indefinitely. However, this may not be realistic, and we need to shift our mindset to address the inevitable arrival of ASF. Understanding the immediate impact of ASF on US pork production and implementing the Secure Pork Supply plan to enhance swine farm biosecurity are the first steps in establishing an ASF readiness plan.

National Pork Board Photo Library https://library.pork.org/media//

National Response to African Swine Fever Infection

The immediate goal following confirmation of an ASF outbreak will be to identify the extent of the infection, control the outbreak, and contain the virus from further spread. Initially, a federal “Stop Movement” rule will be enforced, prohibiting the transportation of live swine and semen for at least 72 hours. During this time, no pigs will be allowed on the road, and ongoing shipments will need to return to the farm of origin, proceed to the destination, or identify and utilize an intermediary stopover. This temporary halt will help determine the extent of viral presence and prevent unintended transmission across the country. The duration of the standstill will depend on the severity of the outbreak, and it should be emphasized

that 72 hours is the proposed minimum duration, not the maximum. A longer travel ban is a strong possibility.

Farms with confirmed ASF infection will be quarantined, and pigs will be euthanized as humanely and efficiently as possible to eliminate the virus. Buffer zones and control areas will then be established around infected farm premises (Figure 1), with the size of these boundaries determined by the density and interconnectedness of pig farms in the area. If numerous farms are linked by the movement of pigs, people, or shared equipment, a larger surveillance boundary will be established. Farms operating within this perimeter will undergo intensive monitoring and will require permits for pig movement.

Clearly, an ASF outbreak in the US would be devastating.

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Figure 1. In the event of a confirmed African Swine Fever outbreak, boundaries will be drawn surrounding the infected site, and swine farms operating within the zones will be subject to monitoring and will not be able to move pigs off the farm without permitting. The scale of these zones will be dependent on the number and interconnectedness of the pig farms in the area. (Image credit: securepork.org)

Economists estimate that it could result in nearly $80 billion in total costs to US agriculture (Carriquiry, M., A. Elobeid, and D. Hayes. 2023.

Working Paper 23-WP 650.

Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, Iowa State University). Texas producers should be aware that we are likely to face challenges similar to those being experienced in Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean. However, we have the distinct advantage of being able to begin preparations now to mitigate the impact and expedite virus eradication.

Enhance Farm Biosecurity with the Secure Pork Supply Plan

The Secure Pork Supply (SPS) plan is a readiness 48

plan designed to maintain business continuity in the event of a Foreign Animal Disease outbreak. It consists of comprehensive guidelines and procedures developed by national health officials and industry stakeholders to ensure continuity of pork production by enabling the safe movement of pigs while minimizing the risk of disease spread. Implementing the SPS plan may enable farms located within the control area surrounding an ASF-infected premise to more quickly obtain permits for moving pigs off the farm.

In Texas, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is responsible for coordinating and approving

SPS plans. Developing a SPS plan for your swine farm is not a terribly difficult process.

In fact, students in my Swine Production class at Texas A&M University can typically write an SPS plan for the TAMU Swine Unit in one lab period (less than 2 hours).

The SPS plan is multifaceted but involves three key components: 1. Obtain a Premise ID Number (PIN) • A Premise ID Number (PIN) is a numerical code assigned to a farm by the TAHC. In the event of an ASF outbreak, swine farms will be identified by their PIN, and all movement permits and diagnostic

sample submissions to veterinary labs will be tied to this PIN. The PIN must be associated with the geographic location of the animals; farms with pigs in multiple locations will need a PIN for each site.

To obtain a PIN, contact the TAHC Animal Disease Traceability office at animal_id@tahc.texas.gov or (512)-719-0733.

2. Maintain Detailed Movement Records • Movement records of pigs, people, vehicles, and equipment onto and off of the farm will aid virus traceability in the initial aftermath of the outbreak.

These records will also be required when applying for pig movement permits.

Digital record storage is preferred (for example, in a Microsoft Excel file or Google Sheet) as this will facilitate faster information transfer to animal health officials. Movement record templates are available online at the Secure Pork Supply website: https:// www.securepork.org/.

• Producers are strongly encouraged to create an account through AgView, a free opt-in technology from the National Pork Board that provides disease status updates and facilitates sharing of pig movement data with state animal health officials. More information on AgView can be found online at: https:// www.agview.com/

3. Develop Your Farm’s Enhanced Biosecurity Plan • The Enhanced Biosecurity Plan is a written document outlining the farm’s biosecurity practices.

Implementing the recommended biosecurity measures described in this plan may lessen the risk of ASF infection on your operation. Furthermore, farms that have Enhanced Biosecurity Plans approved

by TAHC will be better positioned to quickly obtain movement permits and continue normal business operations.

Notable components of the Enhanced Biosecurity Plans include designating a farm biosecurity manager (usually the farm owner or manager), outlining vehicle movement pathways on the premise (including feed trucks and site visitors), and establishing physical barriers around the farm (such as gates or perimeter fences). These physical barriers will be particularly valuable in Texas to prevent direct contact with potentially infected feral pigs. To be sure, a perimeter fence around the farm may not be a foolproof deterrent against feral pigs, but it is greatly preferable to having no protection at all against wild pig spread of ASF. Inspecting the fence early and often for signs of damage or breaches can also direct feral pig removal efforts.

• Assistance is available to complete the Enhanced

Biosecurity Plan.

Veterinarians at North Carolina State University have developed the Rapid Access Biosecurity app (RABapp) to standardize biosecurity templates, assist producers in creating site-specific plans, and submit the paperwork in the appropriate format to TAHC. All producer data used in plan development remains confidential and visible only to authorized staff, veterinarians, and TAHC officials. Texas swine producers are highly encouraged to utilize the RABapp resource. To begin developing your Enhanced Biosecurity Plan, contact Dr. Gustavo Machado at machado-lab@ncsu.edu or (919) 513-0781.

Conclusions

African Swine Fever has the potential to devastate pork production in Texas and US, and we must prepare for this challenge now. The Secure Pork Supply plan is an excellent first step to enhance farm biosecurity and ensure seamless business operations in the event of an ASF outbreak. I understand that this responsibility is exceptional, unique, and demanding.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns: jeffrey.wiegert@ag.tamu.edu.

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JUNIOR MEET THE TEXAS PORK

AMBASSADORS T

he Texas Pork Producers Association has dedicated numerous years advocating, educating, and encouraging Texas youth. With efforts to continue our mission of advancing a sustainable and profitable pork industry, the association was inspired to create a youth program that would generate visible youth leaders for our industry and communities.

Recently, the Texas Pork Producers Association Junior Ambassador Program was implemented to create current and future youth advocates. Over the course of two years, junior ambassadors will participate in association events, youth tours, personal development training, and educational sessions. Junior ambassadors will encourage, educate, and serve to help take part in actively advocating wherever they are.

The program allows TPPA to connect, shape, and grow the youth who are our future. The junior ambassador program will challenge youth to strive to want more for themselves and their surroundings while learning more about the swine industry.

In June, the first junior ambassadors were selected through an in-depth application process. The ambassadors gathered in Lubbock from July 18-21 to begin the program with orientation, plus personal and professional development training. Stay up-to-date with the ambassador program through social media and our website. We are proud to introduce our first Texas Pork Junior Ambassadors!

BROOKE REININGER NEW BERLIN, TX SENIOR AT MARION HIGH SCHOOL

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Brooke Reininger, from New Berlin, Texas, will be a senior at Marion High School. After graduating, she plans to attend either Texas Tech University or Texas A&M University to pursue an agricultural-related degree. She has exhibited pigs at the local and state levels since she was young, and her family raised pigs as she grew up.

Becoming a Texas Pork Junior Ambassador combines her two favorite things, leadership and her love for the pork industry. Brooke is heavily involved in FFA and 4-H, and being an ambassador is another avenue to hold a leadership role while also representing the agriculture industry.

As Brooke advocates for agriculture through her ambassador position, she hopes to build connections with other producers and industry professionals and broaden her perspective of the TPPA. This past April, Brooke coordinated a Farm to Plate Experience where she exposed people to the behind-the-scenes tasks that are vital to the final product on our plates.

Brooke enjoys watching “Friends,” the color black, and listening to “Delta Dawn” by Tanya Tucker.

LANDRY MILLER

ABERNATHY, TX FRESHMAN AT CLARENDON COLLEGE

Landry Miller from Abernathy, Texas, will attend Clarendon College in the fall to study animal science.

Landry plans to earn his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine and become a veterinarian while expanding his sow herd and raising show pigs.

Landry has been exhibiting Texas-bred hogs since he was two years old and is currently a Texas Pork Producer himself, managing a small sow herd of crossbred hogs. Landry wanted to become a Texas Pork Junior Ambassador to give back to the organization and hopes to meet many new people and make great friendships during his time as an ambassador.

Making his family proud is Landry’s biggest motivation in life. His parents have poured into him for his entire life, and he hopes to be the best he can be for them so their efforts do not go to waste.

In the fall of 2022, Landry was honored to lay a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. His favorite color is green, and you can find him watching “Survivor” or “Lonesome Dove” or listening to “Neon Moon” by Brooks and Dunn.

Landri Ottmers from Fredericksburg, Texas, will be a senior at Fredericksburg High School. After graduating from high school, she plans to attend Texas Tech University and major in agricultural communications with a minor in agricultural business or animal nutrition.

Landri has been showing market swine for nine years at Texas majors. From a young age she was taught to serve, advocate, and be educated in the agriculture industry. She feels the best way to continue doing so is to be a leader, and dedicate herself to encouraging the youth of Texas to do the same.

Through her ambassador experience, she hopes to gain many new relationships throughout the pork industry, and become more educated on the obstacles the pork industry faces, and how we can strive to overcome them while continuing our mission of advancing a sustainable and profitable industry.

FREDERICKSBURG, TX Landri loves light pink, the tv show “Friends,” SENIOR AT FREDERICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL and listening to “Mockingbird” by Ruston Kelly.

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AUDREY RATLIFF VALLEY VIEW, TX SOPHOMORE AT TEXAS TECH

BRAELYN POINTER SUDAN, TX FRESHMAN AT TEXAS TECH

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Audrey Ratliff, from Valley View, Texas, attends Texas Tech University, majoring in animal science. After graduating from Texas Tech, she plans to attend vet school and continue to stay highly involved in the swine and livestock industry.

Audrey grew up in the swine industry, raising and exhibiting hogs. Through her ambassador experience she hopes to expand her knowledge and involvement, alongside gaining great experience, and making connections and lifelong relationships with people of similar interests.

Her love for the agriculture industry and ambitions to one day be able to make an impact on kids as her role models did for her motivates Audrey to continue pursuing her dreams and never give up on her passions.

Audrey’s favorite color is green, she loves line dancing, the movie “10 Things I Hate About You”, and listening to “Gratitude” by Brandon Lake or “Take Me Home” by Tanner Usrey.

Braelyn Pointer from Littlefield, Texas, will attend Texas Tech University in the fall to major in agricultural communications. After obtaining her agricultural communications degree, Braelyn plans to work for an agricultural credit service or an agriculture-based media outlet in digital design or journalism.

In Braelyn’s first year showing at the Houston Livestock Show, she read a banner that said, “Somewhere in this barn is a little kid that wants to be just like you someday; you owe it to them to be the best you can be.”

Her biggest motivation in life is to be a role model for the younger generation by setting the best example for others.

Braelyn has been involved with TPPA since third grade through showing Texas-bred barrows and gilts through 4-H and FFA. Throughout her 10 years of showing, she had five Texas-bred class champions at major stock shows.

Braelyn wanted to be a Texas Pork Junior Ambassador to learn more about the program while also being able to advocate the importance of Texas pork across the state. She hopes to become a well-rounded leader through public speaking, social networking, and agricultural advocacy during her ambassador experience.

Braelyn loves any shade of pink, gardening, Kacey Musgraves, and the movie “10 Things I Hate About You.”

KYNNLEY HERRINGTON EASTLAND, TX SOPHOMORE AT TEXAS A&M

AMBASSADOR

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Kynnley Herrington, from Eastland, Texas, will be a sophomore at Texas A&M University, double majoring in agricultural communications and journalism and agricultural leadership. She plans to graduate with her undergraduate degrees and attend law school.

She has shown multiple projects through the CTBR program and has bought various pig projects through people who are members of the TPPA. Kynnley exhibited swine for 12 years alongside volunteering at numerous shows throughout Texas.

Kynnley wanted to become a Texas Pork Junior Ambassador for many reasons, but mainly to give back to the agriculture industry. The ambassador program provides an opportunity for her to advocate and make a lasting impact on the pork industry.

Through her ambassador experience, Kynnley hopes to gain more connections and get a deeper look into the pork industry. She hopes to improve her public speaking skills and learn how to help facilitate events.

Kynnley’s greatest accomplishment was being baptized in the eighth grade. She enjoys watching “10 Things I Hate About You” and “That 70’s Show”, listening to “Shake the Frost” by Tyler Childers, and her favorite color is blue.

JULY ‘23 - JUNIOR AMBASSADOR ORIENTATION Ambassadors participated in public speaking/crisis communications training, engaged in personal and professional development activities, as well as learned more about issues facing the industry.

SEPT. ‘23 - JUNIOR AMBASSADOR INDUSTRY TOUR Ambassadors will embark on a four day tour in Amarillo to meet with industry partners and grow their knowledge about how the agricultural industry works together.

JAN. ‘24 - BEGINNING OF THE YEAR PLANNING Ambassadors will meet via Zoom to discuss industry issues, as well as plan upcoming events.

FEB. ‘24 - TEXAS’ ELITE SHOWCASE Ambassadors will assist with the check-in process, show ring help, encouraging exhibitors, and helping wherever is needed.

‘24 - TEXAS PORK INDUSTRY CONFERENCE Ambassadors will coordinate and facilitate the Youth Symposium, as well as connect with board members, members, and industry partners.

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OPPORTUNI & shoved from our classroom seats into a transitional period to the messy world called adulthood.

In order to make a decision about my future, I had to reflect heavily on where my opportunities have guided me. As a high school freshman, I walked into my first agricultural elective class and caught side-eye glances while answering my peers that I was in fact in the right room. It was apparently a shock that this outsider was just wanting to show a pig at the county fair alongside her brothers, but I could never have imagined the opportunities which spurred off the decision to show a pig.

This later start to showing livestock left me no other choice than to accept every chance possible to learn more about the industry once I decided agriculture

BY CAMBRY CLINE is where I belong. I discovered and competed in Leadership Development pportunity. A word which makes Events through my FFA chapter, and me hear the swishing of doors I dedicated myself to my high school open and a feeling of anticipation livestock judging team. Prior to attending build in my chest. Excitement has Texas Tech University, an opportunity certainly always motivated me to jump at arose to continue my livestock judging new opportunities. My great grandfather career. For two years, I attended Blinn jumped at the opportunity to flag down a College where I learned the value of car with a Texas Tech bumper sticker and a true teammate, time management a pretty girl in 1944. Since meeting my and competitiveness. After my time in great grandmother, my family has bled Brenham, I came home to the Texas red and black. In my first summer after Panhandle and Texas Tech to continue graduating from Texas Tech, while some my collegiate judging career, and I of my friends began their dream careers, transferred into Texas Tech University’s other friends began the job search with Department of Agricultural Education little luck. Regardless, we have all been and Communications. I had found

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a place where I was surrounded by passionate individuals who held a deep sense of pride for building a foundation of a supportive community. I chose to recognize the opportunity before me to embrace my love of agricultural communications and develop a personal brand that I am proud to call mine.

Along with the professional development practices and skill training in my coursework, I continued the pursuit to discover my own way into the agricultural industry. I accepted internship opportunities with the State Fair of Texas, San Antonio Barrow Show, Texas’ Elite Showcase, National Ranching Heritage Center, Texas Pork Producers Association, and others. From these experiences, I have met incredible people, learned the importance of a passionate, supportive staff, and discovered what other opportunities I might need to explore to establish myself to successfully pursue my dream career.

The opportunity to grow my professional communications and marketing skills is something I could not pass up, and I will be pursuing a Master of Science in Agricultural Communications at Texas Tech University starting in the fall.

I believe the importance of being open to new opportunities during college cannot be overstated. Life is too short to not be spirited about the work I do every day, and I would never have found my fit within the agricultural industry if not for saying yes to an opportunity.

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have been hearing ‘be scared and do it anyways’ a lot lately from some of the most influential people in my life. In the past couple of years, life has thrown me a ton of changes. I moved off to college and have been trying to find my own place within the swine industry from the other side of the show ring, which is a challenge for anyone in this stage of life.

The biggest step out of my comfort zone happened about a year ago when I moved to Lubbock. I had been planning on moving to Texas to attend Texas Tech University for a long time; however, it always seemed so far in the distance.

Leaving my life and family in Illinois was a big step for me. New college, new people, a different atmosphere, and a 15-hour drive home.

It didn’t seem real until the week before it was time to move. I was so used to the familiarity of everything at home.

These were the people I had grown up with and the places I had been going my whole life. Nerves clouded my mind about all the unknowns waiting for me in Texas. Loading up my car and leaving my driveway, unsure when I would be coming back, was possibly the scariest experience for me.

I drove into Lubbock on the afternoon of August 19, 2022. For the first time, my return trip home was not planned. I followed the familiar sight of my parent’s car onto Marsha Sharp Freeway, and as I passed Texas Tech’s Jones AT&T stadium, my worries turned to excitement.

I had no idea that taking that step would lead to so many “good things” I see in my life today. Not only did I find a university that I love, but I found my people. I found those people who were excited to include me from the beginning.

The people who say the most random things you will ever hear, and the people who are always ready to go get snowcones or Dutch Brothers coffee. I met the people that quickly became some of my best friends. I met the people that have

become the best mentors anyone could ask for. I met the people that pushed me to be the best version of myself that I could be. The person I am today, the people I know, and the life that I am living are far better than anything I could have thought of a year ago.

The Texas Pork Producers Association has given me a temporary place within this industry that I could not be more thankful for. Interning at the 2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase showed me not only what it means to the exhibitors to be a part of the Texas swine industry but also that there are countless roles within the industry outside of the show ring.

Interning for the Texas Pork Producers this summer has been one of the most impactful experiences of my life. The amount of knowledge I have gained in a short period of time is astounding and getting to be a part of the Texas pork industry has been an irreplaceable experience for me.

If you aren’t scared about making a change, it probably isn’t the right change to be making. Do it anyways; step out of your comfort zone, take a chance, and see where you end up. It may turn out to be one of the best decisions of your life.

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hen asked what he values most, easily the virtues of loyalty and hard work came to mind. Through his impressive accomplishments at a young age, Kotton West has already started to make a positive impact not only on the swine industry, but others around him as well.

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Kotton is the 15-year-old son of Keaton and Lyndi West and the brother to Bryce and Taylee. Since he can remember, Kotton has been involved within the livestock industry through 4-H, and raising his own show pig herd, KMAX Livestock.

“I started showing when I was three because my older brother was showing,” Kotton said. “My mom was teaching ag at the time and had bred a Duroc gilt to use for teaching hands on lessons. I picked up “Sally” out of the crate and she started the first of the KMAX herd.”

From there forward, Kotton has bred and raised champions at the county, state and national level. At his first major show, he raised and exhibited the Champion Chester at San Angelo. He has also raised a Reserve Duroc barrow at San Angelo and Reserve Division 1 Crossbred gilt at Expo. In 2023, he raised the Champion Lightweight York at the San Antonio barrow show. However, one of his most memorable moments as a breeder was with a barrow shown by his younger sister, Taylee.

“My sister had the Reserve Grand at San Patricio County in 2022,” Kotton said. “It was the first time we ever got a piece of our county. To top things off, this barrow was a class winner and a CTBR class champion at San Antonio that year.”

As for his own show career, Kotton has been blessed with much success. In 2021, he exhibited a gilt that was Reserve Supreme Champion at Houston and won her breed, plus a $10,000 scholarship in San Antonio. He has also shown the Reserve Champion Berkshire barrow at The Alternative in 2021, the Reserve Division Hampshire barrow at Houston in 2022, as well as the Reserve Champion Duroc barrows at San Angelo in 2020 and 2022. Through his hard work, he has been honored as a CTBR Premier Exhibitor in 2021 and 2023.

Kotton said the importance of showmanship has been instilled into him from the beginning. He has earned the honors of Champion Junior and Intermediate Showmanship at the State Fair of Texas in 2018 and 2019, as well as the same honors at the Heart of Texas in 2019 and 2020. One of his greatest accomplishments to date he said was winning showmanship at a national show.

“My biggest accomplishment I have had so far is winning junior showmanship at the Arizona National in 2021,” Kotton said. “That year my parents were in the hospital with my 63

sister. JW & Judy Lackey hauled me up there, and it was all of my show family and friends that were there to support me.”

Kotton’s sister, Taylee, has a rare congenital heart defect. However, that doesn’t keep Taylee nor Kotton from tackling their big goals. The two can be seen at all of the major shows living life to the fullest. However, what might be the beauty in it all is the chance to watch the two work together in the show ring to not only accomplish impressive goals, but display the true value of showmanship and hard work.

Taking on the challenge of running his own operation, tending to other chores around the farm, and completing his school work is no feat for a 15-year-old kid. However, Kotton continues to excel in more ways than one. He currently is serving as a Texas Junior Livestock Ambassador and has earned his 4-H Bronze, Silver, and Rising Star awards.

It is easy to say that Kotton is dedicated to the swine industry. He said one of his biggest challenges was not being able to put the hours in at the barn that he would like to.

“Last year, I tried going to public school,” Kotton said. “I learned that I wasn’t able to put in the hours at the barn that I wanted to. Therefore, the week after Austin, I went back to homeschool to prep my barn and have a fresh start with State Fair pigs.”

One of the most rewarding parts of raising and showing livestock for Kotton has been the connections he has made. He said he has not only met some of his best friends through this industry, but many role models as well. They have shown Kotton that it is possible to crush your goals at a young age.

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Jerry Haug was the first to help Kotton with pigs when he got started. He eventually retired and came to be their herdsman until he passed in 2021. Kotton said he was always there to teach him each step. From a judging standpoint, he said he has always looked up to AJ Genter and Travis Platt. However, one of his greatest mentors has been Luke Lindner.

“Luke has been my closest mentor and friend,” Kotton said. “I wouldn’t have had the successes I have had without him, both with showing and breeding.”

As for the future, Kotton has plans to complete the Whitehorse homeschool program and eventually attend a junior college for livestock judging then finish at a university. After continuing his education, he plans to come back home to help his dad farm and eventually grow to a 125 sow operation. No matter how long it may take, Kotton says he has hopes to earn a champion barrow banner from a Texas major.

Over the next few years, Kotton has hopes to attend Texas Pork Leadership and Showpig. com All-Star camps, as well as become a Texas Pork Junior Ambassador to continue his efforts in becoming a leader within the swine industry. As a role model for many, the best advice Kotton can give to younger generations is to be bold and to make the first move.

“Make connections. Make a move for the handshake,” Kotton said. “You never know what doors those hands will open.”

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Bauer travels across the nation to perform demonstrations on how to properly use frozen semen to gain the maximum results, including the Texas Pork Industry Conference. During his time at conference, he answered many questions in relation to the process.

“In my opinion, shipping dependability and weather are the two biggest factors that would be a concern to Texas producers when it comes to buying fresh semen from the Midwest,” Bauer said, “So the advantage of frozen semen is that with a little pre-planning, both of those issues can be avoided.”

Not only can you have the semen there on hand at all times and avoid shipping mishaps, but you can also save money on UPS next-day air freight charges, Bauer said.

Knowing that not every producer has the capability to purchase and maintain a liquid nitrogen tank, Bauer offers a shipping system that allows producers to obtain and store their frozen semen with plenty of time before their sows go into heat.

“Shipper tanks are a great trial option for pig breeders who are new to frozen semen or for producers who are unsure about purchasing their own tanks,” said Bauer.

In addition to shipper tanks, Bauer also offers storage options to help breeders conserve room in their personal tanks.

In 2019, Bauer added an online store feature to his website.

“It is a great and unique marketplace for people to be able to purchase frozen genetics from several different studs and producers all through one place,” Bauer said.

Bauer continues to invest in his lab and diagnostic equipment to ensure he is providing the best quality of product possible for his clients.

Dustin and his wife Megan have three kids: Avery, Wyatt, and Waylon. Aside from freezing semen, Bauer enjoys taking care of his sows, helping his kids with their pig projects, and watching Avery and Wyatt practice their Tae Kwon Do skills.

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Dustin Bauer, the owner of CryoSires, specializes in freezing swine semen. Through a careful and complex process and long hours, Bauer has found a way to transform the swine industry in a positive way.

“Out of college, I worked for Prairie State Semen and Showtime Sires and was able to gain experience in the boar stud industry,” Bauer said. “When I started CryoSires in the summer of 2018, I was able to build off of my prior employment and industry experiences to confidently start this business on my own.”

The business has grown exponentially since its start five years ago and is still growing with new producers incorporating frozen semen into their programs.

“The most rewarding calls I receive are when a potential client calls because they were referred to our business from a fellow producer who had a positive experience with us,” Bauer said.

The process requires a clear mind, steady hand, and great attention to detail. However, time has already proven the process, and Bauer’s commitment to the improvement of the industry makes it worth taking a chance on.

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Kinlee Saxon, Plains FFA Bred by: Chance Waldrip, Dalhart

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Cali Erfurth, Southwest FFA Bred by: Troy Cole, LaCoste Cole Farms

Dustin Gray, Van Alstyne FFA Bred by: Chuck Cox, Royse City Cox & Sons

Caydence Butler, Perryton FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

2022 State Fair of Texas Barrows

Reserve Champion - Duroc Reagan Boswell. Randall Co. 4-H Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

CTBR Class 9 Champion - Hamp

CTBR Class 12 Champion - Berk

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Hunter Vallis, Montgomery Co. 4-H Adison Walser, Fort Elliot FFA Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser, Canadian Bred by: Tatum & Shane Swenhaugen Rival Genetics, Canadian Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics

CTBR Class 10 Champion - Hamp Keslyn Burns, Medina Co. 4-H Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

CTBR Class 8 Champion - Hamp

Hannah Garcia, Plainview FFA Bred by: Brandon Biggs, Plainview Biggs Livestock

Roxton Stone, Martin Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh Vincent, Saint Jo Vincent Farms

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Carli Cunningham, Blooming Grove FFA Taylor Lawson, East Central FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman, Montgomery Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes Brockman Farms HF Genetics, Port Lavaca

CTBR Class 17 Champion - Dark Cross CTBR Class 18 Champion - Dark Cross Jade Stone, Martin Co. 4-H Bred by: Kelton Mason, Montgomery The Stud

Tynslee Horton, Borden County FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Klayden Powell, Farmersville FFA Bred by: Matt McKinley, Conroe McKinley Showpigs

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Breed Champion - Duroc

Maddox Mae Fleming, Ira FFA Bred by: Maycon Stork, Hico Stork Livestock

CTBR Class 9 Champion - Duroc Henlee Wagner, Hamilton FFA Bred by: Maycon Stork, Hico Stork Livestock

CTBR Class 2 Champion - Dark OPB JT Hodges, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

CTBR Class 6 Champion - Duroc Kendyl Burkeen, De Leon FFA Bred by: Jim Cogburn, Colorado City C-4 Show Pigs

CTBR Class 8 Champion - Duroc Keeley Shakesphere, Ropes FFA Bred by: Kevin Methvin, Levelland Methvin Show Hogs

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CTBR Class 1 Champion - Dark OPB

CTBR Class 12 Champion - Hamp

Copper Farris, Nazereth FFA Bred by: Ronnie Allen & Stacy Henry, Crowell BRS Hog Farm

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CTBR Class 13 Champion - Hamp Brooklyn Cathey Bred by: Garrett Cox, Weatherford S Squared Showpigs

Breed Champion - Hamp Weston Lackey, Haskell FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Reserve Champion - Hamp

Kamlynn Mason, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman, Montgomery Brockman Farms

CTBR Class 16 Champion - Hamp CTBR Class 19 Champion - White OPB CTBR Class 20 Champion - White OPB Tynslee Horton, Borden County FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Tristan Crawford, Kendall Co. 4-H Bred by: Russell Kneese, Fredericksburg Kneese Show Pigs

Brenley Hatfield, Munday FFA Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote JDF Farms, Seminole

CTBR Class 21 Champion - White OPB

CTBR Class 24 Champion - York

CTBR Class 25 Champion - York

McCoy Mower, Jacksboro FFA Cambrey Wilson, Midland Co. 4-H Zane Humphries, Sudan FFA Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Beyers Farms, TX Beyers Farms, TX Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics, Canadian

Reserve Champion - York

Leighton Phillips, Abilene Wylie FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

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CTBR Class 29 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 30 Champion - Cross Mallory Emery, Shallowater FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

Ty Halsell, Ford Co. 4-H Bred by: Ronnie Allen & Stacy Henry, Crowell BRS Hog Farm

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CTBR Class 31 Champion - Cross Reserve Division Champion - Cross CTBR Class 33 Champion - Cross Ben Montoya, Lipan FFA Bred by: Coby & Cliff Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

Braden Van Underwood, Idalou FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Rance York, Goldthwaite FFA

CTBR Class 34 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 35 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 36 Champion - Cross Selah Salmons Bred by: Garrett Cox, Weatherford S Squared Showpigs

Benton Lunsford, Slaton FFA Bred by: Rory Duelm, New Braunfels Duelm’s Prevailing Genetics

Brendan Gross, Grandview FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

CTBR Class 37 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 38 Champion - Cross Taylee West, Sinton FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

Kindal Schackelford, Sulphur Springs FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

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Supreme Champion

Champion Crossbred Keslyn Burns, Medina Co. 4-H Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

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Kynlee Wilson, Gaines Co. 4-H Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote, Seminole JDF Farms

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Reserve Champion Purebred

JT Hodges, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

REserve Champion Crossbred

Ky Blount, Kerr Co. 4-H Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

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2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase

Reserve Champion - Berk

Class 2 Champion - Berk

Reserve Champion - Chester

Colter Winter, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Harlie Groom, Johnson Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Loreli Cessna, Burton FFA Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Champion - Chester

Reserve Champion - Duroc

Class 7 Champion - Duroc

Owen Seidenberger, Glasscock Co. 4-H John Rodriguez, Post FFA Kynlee Wilson, Gaines Co. 4-H Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote, Seminole Bred by: Robbie & Keith Harkey, Hale Center Beyers Farms, TX Harkey Farms JDF Farms

Class 8 Champion - Duroc Raley McCurdy, Aquilla FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

Reserve Champion - Hamp

Zoe Ely, Kendall Co. 4-H Bred by: Chris Hohmann & Charles Ely C-C Showpigs, Sisterdale

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Class 9 Champion - Duroc

Champion - Hamp

Kannon Flowers, Swisher Co. 4-H Bred by: Robbie & Keith Harkey, Hale Center Harkey Farms

Kylie Sparks, East Central FFA Bred by: Tim Doege, St. Hedwig Doege Showpigs

Champion - Landrace

Reserve Champion - Landrace

Riley Clinard, Milam Co. 4-H Michael Robbins, Snyder FFA Bred by: Robbie & Keith Harkey, Hale Center Bred by: Matt & Taylor Murdoch, Marion MT Heart Livestock Harkey Farms

2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase

Reserve Champion - Poland

Champion - Poland

Payton Easter, Tahoka FFA Bred by: Cole Reeves, Hico Reeves Livestock

Rylie Nash, Rogers FFA Bred by: Jay & WIll Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Champion - Spot

Class 17 Champion - Spot

Reserve Champion - Spot Henslie Hohertz, Early FFA Bred by: Jason Foote, Lubbock Foote Farms

Reserve Champion - York

Tegan Taylor, Wichita Co. 4-H Bred by: Tegan & Bracken Taylor ET Showpigs, Wichita Falls

Luke Bohnert, Kendall Co. 4-H Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

Landon Stovall, Tom Green Co. 4-H Bred by: Colby Stovall, San Angelo Tex-Mex Genetics

Champion - York

Class 20 Champion - Light Cross Taelynn Tatsch, Gillespie Co. 4-H Bred by: Michael Tatsch, Harper M. Tatsch Showpigs

Class 21 Champion - Light Cross

Payton Easter, Tahoka FFA Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Beyers Farms, TX

Champion - Light Cross

Reserve Champion - Light Cross

Champion- Light Wt. Dark Cross

Colter Winter, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Owen Seidenberger, Glasscock Co. 4-H Bred by: Zach & Marty Weishuhn Weishuhn Brothers Showpigs, San Angelo

Colt Hart, Caldwell FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Showpigs

Sir Jones, Brownwood FFA Bred by: Johnnie Flores, Castroville F2 Genetics

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Res. Champion - Light Wt. Dark Cross River Jones, Brownwood FFA Bred by: Johnnie Flores, Castroville F2 Genetics

Class 24 Champion - Dark Cross Ryker Wilson, Lingleville FFA

Class 25 Champion - Dark Cross Matthew Welch, Lake Worth FFA Bred by: Dan Reed, Krum Reed Livestock

Class 27 Champion - Dark Cross Res. Champion - Middle Wt. Dark Cross Class 29 Champion - Dark Cross

Kotton West, Sinton FFA Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes, Port Lavaca HF Genetics

Jaylin Milloy, Gaines Co. 4-H Bred by: Brock Milloy, Seminole MC Showpigs

Kooper Carson, Davenport FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Res. Champion - Heavy Wt. Dark Cross Samuel Hansen, Somerset FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

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HILL COUNTRY YOUTH EVENT CENTER | KERRVILLE, TX 2023

Gilts of Distinction 91 lots $416,400 sale gross $4,576 average

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Judges LEAD JUDGE

JOSH CAMPBELL SIFT JUDGE

CODY HAYES

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10

Early arrival 5 PM - 11 PM

SHOW STARTS AT 9 AM

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Arrival 8 AM - 6 PM ALL GILTS MUST BE CHECKED IN BY 8 PM - Gilts must have a valid CTBR Certificate - Gilts must be farrowed June 1st - September 10th, 2023 - Must be state validated - December 1 ownership deadline - Purebred gilts must have registration papers

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 SALE PREVIEW AT 1 PM Broadcasted by Walton Webcasting SALE AT 4 PM Online bidding provided by CCI.Live & Kennedy Ventures SALE ORDER IS DETERMINED BY THE JUDGE AFTER EVERY BREED

Berkshire | Chester | Duroc | Hampshire | Landrace Poland | Spot | York

Champion Purebred Selection Light Crossbred *Whites & Blues Only*

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 SHOW STARTS AT 7 AM Dark Crossbred Division Champion Dark Cross Selection Champion Crossbred Selection Supreme Champion Drive

CLASS PREMIUMS & PRIZES 2023 CLASS PREMIUMS TOTALED: $43,400 - $1,000 cash guaranteed to each class spread over the top 5 placing gilts - Additional prizes & premiums to champions and reserves of each breed, division and overall champions

GO TO TEXAS ELITE SHOWCASE FOR RULES, DETAILS, & ENTRIES

CHANGES FOR 2024 • All gilts will weigh once during check-in. The weight recorded on the official scales is the weight the gilt will show by. After this is completed, the gilt will no longer have a weigh back.

• Purebreds will not have a minimum nor maximum weight.

• Crossbreds must weigh a minimum of 220lbs, with a maximum of 350lbs Any gilts below 220lbs will be allowed one (1) official reweigh.

• The Dark Crossbred breed will be split into three divisions by check-in weight. Following the conclusion of the third division, a champion and reserve dark crossbred will be selected, prior to the champion crossbred selection.

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2023 San Antonio barrows

Reserve Champion - Berk

CTBR Class 2 Champion - Berk

CTBR Class 3 Champion - Berk

CTBR Class 6 Champion - Spot

Audrey Price, San Saba FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

Tristian Crawford, Kendall Co. 4-H Bred by: Russell Kneese, Fredericksburg Kneese Showpigs

CTBR Class 7 Champion - Spot

Emory Inman, Jacksboro FFA Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

Reserve Champion - Spot

Chance Charanza, Guadelupe Co. 4-H Bred by: Doug Alderson, Marion Alderson Farms

Karis Downs, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Blake Edwards & Brad Massey Blazin 7’s Farms/Edwards Family Genetics

CTBR Class 9 Champion - Spot

CTBR Class 10 Champion - Spot

Emry Humphreys, Sudan FFA Bred by: Lance Horsford, Stratford Horsford Showpigs

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Crayton Rains, Fredericksburg FFA Bred by: Brandon Biggs, Plainview Biggs Livestock

Olivia O’Brian, Wise Co. 4-H Bred by: Steve & Alexis Hofer, Aurora Royal Crown Showpigs

2023 San Antonio Barrows

CTBR Class 13 Champion - Poland Davanee Anderson, Perryton FFA Bred by: Lance Horsford, Stratford Horsford Showpigs

Reserve Champion - Poland Bristol Biggs, Hale Co. 4-H Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes HF Genetics, Port Lavaca

CTBR Class 17 Champion - Hamp

Colton Gober, Haskell FFA Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote, Seminole JDF Farms

CTBR Class 18 Champion - Hamp CTBR Class 19 Champion - Hamp Kennedy Schatte, Lee Co, 4-H Bred by: Coby & Cliff Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

CTBR Class 20 Champion - Hamp

Kalie Lipham, Lake Creek FFA Bred by: Matt McKinley, Conroe McKinley Showpigs

Emree Adamitz, Atascosa Co. 4-H Bred by: Ben & Misty Cozart, Zephyr Cozart Family Genetics

CTBR Class 21 Champion - Hamp

Middle Wt. Champion - Hamp

CTBR Class 23 Champion - Hamp

Emma Spigener, Hillsboro FFA Bred by: Jeremy Rounsavall, Purdon Rounsavall Showpigs

CTBR Class 24 Champion- Hamp Jentry Locke, Roberts Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Tessa Camancho, Goliad FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Chelby Brown, Frenship FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

CTBR Class 25 Champion - Hamp CTBR Class 34 Champion - Duroc Hagen Hodges, DeLeon FFA Bred by: Ben & Misty Cozart, Zephyr Cozart Family Genetics

Charlie Hartman, Nolan Co. 4-H Bred by: Robbie Phillips, Roscoe Phillips Showpigs

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2023 San Antonio Barrows

CTBR Class 35 Champion - Duroc CTBR Class 36 Champion - Duroc

Landon Stovall, Tom Green Co. 4-H Bred by: Hagen Montgomery & Kelby O’Brien Four Five Livestock

Leighton Harlos, Aransas Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh Powell, Jourdanton Powell Livestock

CTBR Class 38 Champion - Duroc CTBR Class 39 Champion - Duroc Kylie Rodriguez, Haskell FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Reserve Champion - Duroc Sage Bearden, Crowell FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

CTBR Class 52 Champion - Dark Cross Lawsen Taylor, East Central FFA Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes HF Genetics, Port Lavaca

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Lane Bodiford, Floresville FFA Bred by: Josh Powell, Jourdanton Powell Livestock

Middle Wt. Champion - Duroc Rhett Wann, Texline FFA Bred by: Robbie Phillips, Roscoe Phillips Showpigs

CTBR Class 40 Champion - Duroc

Ava Luke, Hamshire-Fannett FFA Bred by: Cole Reeves & Brandon Smythe Reeves & Smythe

CTBR Class 42 Champion - Duroc CTBR Class 51 Champion - Dark Cross Ramsey Wall, Ira FFA Bred by: Maycon Stork, Hico Stork Livestock

Kelly Verrips, LaVernia FFA Bred by: Ty Baird, San Antonio TB Showpigs

Champion Light Weight - Dark Cross CTBR Class 54 Champion - Dark Cross Josie Johnson, East Central FFA Bred by: John Moyers, San Antonio Sure Success Show Pigs

Briana Walton, Sweetwater FFA Bred by: Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Rains Livestock

2023 San Antonio Barrows

Champion Middle Wt.- Dark Cross Syndey Miller, Abernathy FFA Bred by: Josh Krohn, Lamesa DL Showpigs

Reserve Champion - Dark Cross Ky Blount, Kerr Co. 4-H Bred by: Tadd & Cameron Knight Knight Showpigs, Shallowater

Res. Champion Middle Wt. - Dark Cross Dylan Muehlstein, Stamford FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

CTBR Class 57 Champion - Dark Cross

Champion - Dark Cross

Reserve Champion - Chester

Camryn Clift, Randall Co. 4-H Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

CTBR Class 69 Champion - Chester CTBR Class 70 Champion - Chester Briar Floyd, Stephenville FFA Bred by: Doug Alderson, Marion Alderson Farms

Champion Light Wt. - York

Madisyn Price, Gonzales Co. 4-H Bred by: Kotton West, Taft KMAX Livestock

Halli Heinrich, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote, Seminole JDF Farms

CTBR Class 75 Champion - York

Roxi Sherman, Lubbock Cooper FFA Bred by: Maycon Stork, Hico Stork Livestock

McKenzie Duke, Blooming Grove FFA Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

Rylan Pechacek, Snyder FFA Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

Reserve Light Wt. Champion - York Kinley Sheildknight, Spearman FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Champion - York Klayden Powell, Farmersville FFA Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes HF Genetics, Port Lavaca

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2023 San Antonio Barrows

CTBR Class 77 Champion -York

CTBR Class 85 Champion - Landrace

Tracy Schakelford, Sulpur Springs FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Blair Heinrich, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Jarrot & Dwight Foote, Seminole JDF Farms

Champion - Landrace

CTBR Class 89 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 90 Champion - Cross

Braylee Kirkpatrick, Tolar FFA Bred by: Cole Reever & Brandon Smythe Reeves & Smythe

Reserve Div. 1 Champion - Cross

Blake Dellerin, Smithson Valley FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

CTBR Class 92 Champion - Cross

Harrold Ray White, Hutchinson Co. 4-H Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics, Canadian

Landri Ottmers, Fredericksberg FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

Division 2 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 95 Champion - Cross

Kate Crownover, Wilbarger Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

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CTBR Class 78 Champion - York

Ben Montoya, Lipan FFA Bred by: J.R. Fortner, Anna Fortner Showpigs

Hadleigh Rodriguez, Crowell FFA Bred by: Chase Craighead, Vernon Craighead Showpigs

Kotton West, Sinton FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

CTBR Class 93 Champion - Cross Hunter Vallis, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

Reserve Div. 2 Champion - Cross Van Underwood, Idalou FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

2023 San Antonio Barrows

CTBR Class 101 Champion - Cross Kloee Foster, Honey Grove FFA Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

CTBR Class 104 Champion- Cross Landrea Gonzales, Sudan FFA Bred by: Ian & Chama Schaefer, Slaton Impact Livestock

CTBR Class 102 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 103 Champion - Cross

Kendall Lowery, Plains FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Brendan Gross, Grandview FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

CTBR Class 105 Champion - Cross

Reserve Champion - Cross

Kenley Krohn, Klondike FFA Bred by: Josh Krohn, Lamesa DL Showpigs

Tanner Morse, Lee Co. 4-H Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

CTBR Class 107 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 108 Champion - Cross Macie Hansen, Canadian FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

Brandon Blackshear, Cypress Ranch FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

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CONGRATULATIONS KY BLOUNT RES. GRAND BARROW HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW SIRED BY QUITE FRANKLY

RES . CHAMPION YORK PAYTON DUNCAN SIRED BY WAM

BOAR STANDING AT UNDERDOG GENETICS SIRED BY QUITE FRANKLY CHAMPION YORK | 3RD OVERALL SHOWN BY NASH WILLIAMSON SIRED BY WAM

EXCITING PROSPECTS SOLD OFF THE FARM & SELECT SALES

SIRES USED: WHAT A MAN (WAM) FROM THE HIP BUCKLE UP HEAVY HITTER STRICTLY BUSINESS GLEN BLOUNT: 903-814-4900 ZAC BLOUNT: 830-302-0454

3RD PLACE CROSS KADEN MASON SIRED BY QUITE FRANKLY

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2023 Houston barrows

to the

Resrve Grand Champion Reserve Champion - Other Cross I Ky Blount, Kerr Co. 4-H

Bred By: Glen & Zac Blount, Denison Blount Farms

CTBR Class 1 Champion - Hamp Jesse Threet, Florence FFA Bred by: Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Rains Livestock

CTBR Class 3 Champion - Hamp Addison May, Peaster FFA Bred by: Dan Reed, Krum Reed Livestock

CTBR Class 7 Champion - Hamp Kelly Anne Verrips, La Vernia FFA Bred by: John Moyers, San Antonio Sure Success Showpigs

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CTBR Class 2 Champion - Hamp Kenzy Morgan, Rains Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay White, Bremond White’s Farm

CTBR Class 4 Champion - Hamp Madisyn Rice, Gonzales Co. 4-H Bred by: Troy Cole, LaCoste Cole Farms

CTBR Class 8 Champion - Hamp Kasen Wilson, Wink FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

2022 Houston Barrows

CTBR Class 12 Champion - Hamp Alayna McPhil, Bridgeland FFA Bred by: Rory Duelm, New Braunfels Duelm’s Prevailing Genetics

CTBR Class 23 Champion - Poland

CTBR Class 13 Champion - Hamp Res. Heavy Wt. Champion - Hamp Harper Hodde, Burton FFA Bred by: Charlie Hodde. Burton Hodde Farms

Champion - Poland

Cole Rains, Fredericksburg FFA Bred by: Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Rains Livestock

Brindle Harper, Lamb Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

CTBR Class 24 Champion - Spot

Reserve Champion - Spot

Jamey Haliburton, Wall FFA Bred by: Lonnie Huesman, Lubbock Huesman Hogs

Grayson Ellis, Wink FFA Bred by: Clint Halfmann, Vancourt West Texas Genetics

Owen Kaminski, Needville FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

CTBR Class 23 Champion - Spot

Heaton Woodson, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

CTBR Class 26 Champion - Spot Keaton Crownover, Wilbarger Co. 4-H Bred by: Heath Link, New Home Link Showpigs

CTBR Class 30 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 31 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 32 Champion - Other Cross I Jayce Kurz, Gonzales Co. 4-H Bred by: Leo Canales, Odem C&P Livestock

Ben Montoya, Lipan FFA Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

Koie Hill, Frendship FFA Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser, Canadian Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics

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2023 Houston Barrows

CTBR Class 33 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 36 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 37 Champion - Other Cross I Dallas Martinez, Shelby Co. 4-H Bred by: Chance Waldrip Dalhart

Starlyn Schnitker, S&S FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

Cooper Ovestreet, Tahoka FFA Bred by: Tadd & Cameron Knight Knight Showpigs, Shallowater

CTBR Class 38 Champion - Other Cross I Res. Middle Wt. Champion - Other Cross ICTBR Class 40 Champion - Other Cross I Layton Canales, Sinton FFA Bred by: Leo Canales, Odem C&P Livestock

Crayton Rains, Fredericksburg FFA Bred by: Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Rains Livestock

Brynley Becker, Geroge West 4-H Bred by: Leo Canales, Odem C&P Livestock

CTBR Class 43 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 44 Champion - Other Cross I CTBR Class 46 Champion - Other Cross I Cody Smith, Brazoria Co. 4-H Bred by: Chance Waldrip Dalhart

Kendal Brown, Lexington FFA Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

Graci Sherman, Lubbock-Cooper FFA Bred by: Ben & Misty Cozart, Zephyr Cozart Family Genetics

CTBR Class 47 Champion - Other Cross I

CTBR Class 52 Champion - Duroc

CTBR Class 53 Champion - Duroc

Kanon Buckner, Ropes FFA Bred by: Doug Schaefer, Garden City Shaefer Livestock

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Miles Ledbetter, Sudan FFA Bred by: Robbie & Keith Harkey Harkey Farms, Hale Center

Lawson Canales, Sinton FFA Bred by: Leo Canales, Odem C&P Livestock

2023 Houston Barrows

CTBR Class 54 Champion - Duroc Brylee Lacy, Tom Bean FFA Bred by: Justin Lacy, Sherman Lacy Livestock

CTBR Class 59 Champion - Duroc Hagen Williamson, Ira FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

CTBR Class 66 Champion - Berk Lyla Lugo, Potter Co. 4-H Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

CTBR Class 69 Champion - Berk

Landon Stovall, Tom Green Co. 4-H Bred by: Cole Reeves & Brandon Smythe Reeves & Smythe

CTBR Class 55 Champion - Duroc Jaden Nadeau, Lampasas FFA Bred by: Rodger Herridge, Llano Herridge Showpigs

CTBR Class 60 Champion - Duroc Lexie Butler, Randall Co. 4-H Bred by: Leslie & Wayne Harman Harman Farms, Perryton

CTBR Class 67 Champion - Berk

CTBR Class 58 Champion - Duroc Talynn Lowe, Archer City FFA Bred by: J.R. Fortner, Anna Fortner Showpigs

CTBR Class 61 Champion - Duroc

Mason Orum, Seminole FFa Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics, Canadian

Champion - Berk

McKinley Tucker, Whiteface FFA Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

Leighton Phillips, Abilene Wylie FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

CTBR Class 72 Champion - York

Champion Light Wt. - York

Cross Coleman, Wellman-Union FFA Bred by: Tadd & Cameron Knight Knight Showpigs, Shallowater

Reed Underwood, Idalou FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

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2023 Houston Barrows

CTBR Class 74 Champion - York Bryson Gunthman, Wharton Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

CTBR Class 77 Champion - York Rhyder Fites, Coleman Co. 4-H Bred by: Marty & Zach Weishuhn Weishuhn Brothers Showpigs, San Angelo

Reserve Champion - York

Peyton Duncan, Howe FFA Bred by: Glen & Zac Blount, Denison Blount Farms

CTBR Class 83 Champion - Chester CTBR Class 84 Champion - Chester CTBR Class 85 Champion - Chester Isabella Noe, Van Alstyne FFA Bred by: Justin Lacy, Sherman Lacey Livestock

Ellie Scott, Kendall Co. 4-H Wyatt Luddeke, DeWitt Co. 4-H Bred by: Russell Kneese, Fredericksburg Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Kneese Showpigs Beyers Farms, TX

CTBR Class 88 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 89 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 90 Champion - Cross Scarlett Pool, Dallam Co. 4-H Bred by: Rory Duelm, New Braunfels Duelm’s Prevailing Genetics

Fischer Waldrip, Dallam Co. 4-H Bred by: Chance Waldrip Dalhart

CTBR Class 91 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 92 Champion - Cross

CTBR Class 95 Champion - Cross

Roxton Stone, Martin Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

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Mason Albus, Whiteface FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Katelyn Burchett, Burkburnett FFA Bred by: Lance Horsford, Stratford Horsford Showpigs

Landri Ottmers, Fredericksburg FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

2023 Houston Barrows

CTBR Class 96 Champion - Cross Halle Stone, Tahoka FFA Bred by: Tadd, Cameron, & Scotta Knight Knight Showpigs, Shallowater

CTBR Class 97 Champion - Cross Kaden Mason, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Glen & Zac Blount, Denison Blount Farms

CTBR Class 98 Champion - Cross Macie Hansen, Canadian FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

Res. Middle Wt. Champion - Cross CTBR Class 102 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 103 Champion - Cross Kenley Krohn, Klondike FFA Bred by: Josh Krohn, Lamesa DL Showpigs

Kale Tabor, New Home FFA Bred by: Jay Spraberry, Lubbock Strive Livestock

Kinley Shieldknight, Spearman FFA Bred by: Mike Clay, White Deer Clay Farms

CTBR Class 104 Champion - Cross CTBR Class 105 Champion - Cross Landree Cozart, Klondike FFA Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Kathleen Arial, Victoria Co. 4-H Bred by: Leo Canales, Odem C&P Livestock

Congratulations

to all of our CTBR breeders and exhibitors!

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Congratulations to the

Top 5 Breeders of Each Breed BERK

Lindner Showpigs Wintex Farms Biggs Livestock IDK Genetics Kneese Show Pigs

CHESTER

Kneese Show Pigs Beyers Farms Alderson Farms JDF Farms Berger Farms Lacy Livestock Wintex Farms

DUROC

Powell Livestock Lackey Livestock Clay Farms Phillips Show Pigs Stork Livestock

HAMP

Wintex Farms Lackey Livestock Brockman Farms Lindner Showpigs Clay Farms

LANDRACE

Lindner Showpigs Chance Waldrip Wintex Farms MT Heart Livestock Belew Farms

POLAND

WHITE OPB

Wintex Farms Foote Farms Horsford Show Pigs HF Genetics Rains Livestock Reeves Livestock

SPOT

Berger Farms Alderson Farms Horsford Show Pigs Chance Waldrip Blazin 7’s Farms & EFG Huseman Hogs West Texas Genetics Link Showpigs Foote Farms ET Showpigs Lindner Showpigs

YORK

Brockman Farms Weishuhn Brothers Show Pigs Lindner Showpigs Wintex Farms Rival Genetics

Beyers Farms Kneese Show Pigs West Texas Genetics JDF Farms McBride Livestock Horsford Show Pigs Ace Showpigs Goree/Tito’s Showpigs JH Show Pigs

CROSS

Brockman Farms Lindner Showpigs Lackey Livestock Clay Farms C&P Livestock

DARK CROSS

Lindner Showpigs Lackey Livestock Brockman Farms HF Genetics Wintex Farms

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Harkey Farms Reeves & Smythe JDF Farms MT Heart Livestock RW Genetics

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Congratulations to the

2023 Rodeo Austin

Grand champion

Champion - York Kenley Krohn, Klondike FFA Bred By: Josh Krohn, Lamesa DL Showpigs

Reserve Supreme Champion

Reserve Champion - Hamp Rhett Stracener, Smyer FFA

Bred By: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy 110

Beyers Farms, TX

2023 Rodeo Austin

Champion - Duroc

Jaxon Powell, Jourdanton FFA Bred by: Josh Powell, Jourdanton Powell Livestock

Class 4 Champion - Duroc

Class 2 Champion - Duroc

Reserve Champion - Duroc

Madeline Brymer, Atascosa Co. 4-H Bred by: Vince Franckowiak, St. Hedwig Franckowiak Showpigs

Casen Bice, Randall Co. 4-H Bred by: Landon Rode, Fredericksburg W. Rode & Sons

Champion - Dark OPB

Class 6 Champion - Dark OPB

Bax Edwards, Idalou FFA Bred by: Robbie Phillips, Roscoe Phillips Showpigs

Bliss Bessire, Lubbock Co. 4-H Bred by: Matt & Taylor Murdoch, Marion MT Heart Livestock

Reserve Champion - Dark OPB

Class 8 Champion - Dark OPB Garrett Echtle, Medina Valley FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Showpigs

Memphis Houser, Collin Co. 4-H Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Beyers Farms, TX

Reserve Champion - White OPB

Class 10 Champion - White OPB

Class 11 Champion - Hampshire

Cooper Overstreet, Tahoka FFA Bred by: Denny Belew, Tahoka Belew Farms

Landon Sawatzkey Addison Adams, Farmersville FFA Bred by: Todd & Moriah Beyers, Abernathy Bred by: Russell Kneese, Fredericksburg Beyers Farms, TX Kneese Showpigs

Colt Hart, Caldwell FFA Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

Champion - White OPB

Kailyn Keeling, Lexington FFA Bred by: Cliff & Coby Berger, Giddings Berger Farms

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2023 Rodeo Austin

Class 12 Champion - Hamp

Reserve Champion - Hamp

Class 16 Champion - Hamp

Class 17 Champion - Hamp

Kylee Rodriguez, Wylie-Abilene FFA Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Class 14 Champion - Hamp John Cross Utley, Knox City FFA Bred by: Terry Utley, Knox City Utley Farms

Class 18 Champion - York

Bryleigh Beyers, Hale Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

Braelyn Pointer, Lamb Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Jensyn Evans, Brownwood FFA Bred by: Marty & Zach Weishuhn Weishuhn Brothers Showpigs, San Angelo

Class 19 Champion - York

Reserve Champion - York

Class 22 Champion - Light Cross

Champion - Light Cross

Reserve Champion - Light Cross

Mallory Emery, Shallowater FFA Bred by: Shane & Tatum Swenhaugen Rival Genetics, Canadian

Class 23 Champion - Light Cross Kanon Buckner, Ropes FFA Bred by: Luke Lindner, Comfort Lindner Show Pigs

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Kenley Cox, Haskell FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Avery Mabry, Brock FFA Bred by: John Olle & Morgan Wagner Southern Superior Showpigs, Pleasanton

Parsons Spencer, Albany FFA Bred by: Mike Fischer, Iowa Park Fischer Showpigs

Jackson Bevers, Hillsboro FFA Bred by: Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes HF Genetics, Port Lavaca

Archer Albracht, Potter Co. 4-H Bred by: Nick Albracht, Amarillo IDK Genetics

2023 Rodeo Austin

Class 25 Champion - Light Cross

Class 26 Champion - Light Cross

Class 27 Champion - Light Cross

Light Wt. Champion - Dark Cross Class 29 Champion - Dark Cross

Class 30 Champion - Dark Cross

Heaton Woodson, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Matt McKinley, Montgomery McKinley Showpigs

Callay McMonies, Martin Co. 4-H Bred by: Heath & Jay Boren, Rising Star Rising Star Genetics

Cutter Hall, Wilbarger Co, 4-H Lexi Terry, Shallowater FFA Bred by: Russell Ramsey, Oklaunion Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser RAMAC Showpigs Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics, Canadian

Class 31 Champion - Dark Cross Weston Lackey, Haskell FFA Bred by: Jason Lackey, Haskell Lackey Livestock

Champion - Dark Cross

Rylan Brashear, Sudan FFA Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Rylee McDavid, Ira FFA Bred by: Oliver Rusher, Plainview Sweet Tooth Farms

Cole Rains, Fredericksburg FFA Bred by: Cory Rains, Fredericksburg Fredericksburg FFA

Class 32 Champion - Dark Cross Res. Light. Wt. Champion - Dark Cross Hank Majewski, Washington Co. 4-H Bred by: Kelton Mason, Montgomery The Stud

Ben Montoya, Lipan FFA Bred by: Shane Roach, Palo Pinto Roach Livestock

Reserve Champion - Dark Cross

Class 35 Champion - Dark Cross

Adison Walser, Fort Elliot FFA Bred by: Weldon & Rodney Walser Walser Farms/Hot Rod Genetics, Canadian

Kaeli Woodall, Howard Co. 4-H Bred by: Jay & Will Winter, Lubbock Wintex Farms

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Class 36 Champion - Dark Cross Copper Farris, Nazareth FFA Bred by: Stacy Henry & Ronnie Allen BRS Hog Farm, Crowell

Class 37 Champion - Dark Cross Kamlynn Mason, Montgomery Co. 4-H Bred by: Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms, Montgomery

Class 38 Champion - Dark Cross Mason Grady, Johnson Co. 4-H

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Membership & Litter REcord

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Shop TPPA tab.

Click on the Producer Membership icon. Input your farm name in the name submission box then check out.

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Complete a litter record online On the homescreen of the www.texaspork.org

website, hover over the CTBR tab and click on

Complete a Litter Record Online.

This form MUST be completed in order to be able to purchase CTBR certificates for major shows.

On the numbers of litters farrowed, please list the number of litters EXPECTED. Click submit when finished.

STEP 2:

purchase ctbr certificates On the homescreen of the www.texaspork.org website click on the Shop TPPA tab.

In the Certified Texas Bred Registry section and click on the Major Show or State Fair CTBR certificate depending on what show you will need certificates for.

In Qty, insert the number of certificates you need. Proceed to checkout to complete your certificate order.

STEP 3:

Complete your breeder log

CTBR Breeder Certificate Log Complete this form by entering the breed and ear notches for each pig with the corresponding CTB number.

Deadline for returning this form to the Texas Pork Producers Association is January 1 Any breeder log received after January 1, will not be valid unless accompanied by a $25.00 late fee.

TPPA Member ID:

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Breeder logs are mailed with your CTBR certificates. You MUST fill out your log accordingly for your pigs to be in contention for the CTBR program.

Email, fax, or mail the form to the TPPA office when completed. Additions can be made to your log by calling or emailing the TPPA office.

Important deadlines Mail, email orfax this form to: TPPA, 4514 Englewood Ave, Lubbock, Texas, 79414.

Fax Number: 806-503-6947 Email: tppa@texaspork.org

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GRAND CHAMPION

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he Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is excited to announce Showpig.com as the 2024-2025 Title Sponsor of the Certified Texas Bred Registry (CTBR).

“The Showpig.com team couldn’t be more excited to partner with TPPA as the CTBR Title Sponsor for the next couple of years.

Our admiration for the Texas junior livestock programs runs deep as what they provide youth is astonishing and unparalleled. As a group who places priority on relationships, service and meaningful growth, we look forward to getting to know the show pig producers and exhibitors of Texas on a deeper level and are here to support their efforts any way possible,” Kevin Wendt, owner and CEO, Showpig.com said.

Showpig.com is no stranger to the Texas swine industry or the association. Many CTBR breeders use the firm to host online auctions and marketing needs. The CTBR program has worked closely with the Showpig.com team on creating unique avenues for breeders to market their animals through online consignment sales, as well as fundraising auctions for the scholarship program and Texas’ Elite Showcase.

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The CTBR program was established to promote Texas bred & raised pigs and support both the breeders and the 4-H/FFA youth of Texas who raise & exhibit Certified Texas Bred pigs. Through this program, stock show premiums in excess of $1 million have been awarded to Texas youth over the 27 year existence program. With the great success of CTBR, a scholarship and production grant program was developed in 2011; since its inception, $132,500 has been awarded to Texas youth.

The Certified Texas Bred Registry is continually growing and providing a great impact for all those who participate. In partnership with TPPA as the CTBR Title Sponsor, Showpig.com will be recognized through many promotional avenues beginning with the promotion of the 2024 major show season.

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BRINGING ADDED VALUE TO OUR TEXAS BREEDERS!

BREEDER ELIGIBILITY •

Bred a barrow that was a CTBR Class Champion during the previous two (2) years Bred a barrow that was in the top three (3) of CTBR barrows of a class during the previous two (2) years Recognized shows for 2022 sale series:

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TPPA will evenly split the number of eligible breeders between three sales Breeders will have the opportunity to participate in only one (1) online sale, consigning one weanling male pig Utilizing the ranked point system, breeders pick which sale they want to be in (TPPA has kept track of a point system of all CTBR breeders’ major show success) First choice (goes to breeders in the top third of points) Second choice (goes to breeders in the middle third of points) Third choice (goes to breeders in the bottom third of points) Breeders are responsible for consignment information, photo and/or video & MUST submit them one week prior TPPA will contact eligible breeders and inform them of their position TPPA will collect information and work with Showpig.com to post the lots

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Sale Information

WEANLING GILT SALE FOR CTBR BREEDERS

Eligibility: - Breeder who has bred a gilt that was in the Texas’ Elite Showcase Gilts of Distinction sale - Breeder who has bred a gilt that placed in the top three of a class at the Texas’ Elite Showcase - The previous two years (2022 and 2023) of Texas’ Elite Showcase will be used Limited to consign ONE GILT PER BREEDER Sale order will be set in the order the gilt photos, video and information are received Submit to: Riley Reep, riley@texaspork.org

Added feature: Gilts purchased in the sale will have entry fee to 2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase waived.

Deadline: August 22, 2023

For more information contact: Texas Pork Producers Association 806-705-6800 tppa@texaspork.org www.texaspork.org

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“The biggest reason we started raising pigs is because it gave us something to do as a father and a son where we get to work together and achieve our goals,” Jarrot and Dwight said.

The two have raised a handful of show pigs together for many years.

However, in 2020, father and son duo began a fresh start with JDF Farms in Seminole, Texas. Their operation has grown to between 40-60 sows mostly consisting of Chesters, Durocs, Crossbreds, and recently Berkshires. The pair said their operation farrows all sows during the summer; however, they are in the early stages of breeding more in their off season to expand their market.

The value of this industry “ can’t be put into words. You are

surrounded by people that truly would do anything for each other.

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Prior to starting their operation, both Jarrot and Dwight pursued degrees in agricultural education at Texas Tech University. Jarrot is an ag teacher at Plains ISD, while Dwight is the buying point manager for Golden Peanut. With the two living 30 minutes away from one another,

day-to-day management of their operation can be challenging. However, Jarrot gives his father credit for all that he does to ensure their farm continues to move in the right direction.

“My father is without a doubt the greatest help on the farm,” Jarrot said. “My dad lives on the farm and never misses a day. He is the one who takes care of daily chores no matter what and never looks for recognition. There is no way we could do this without him.”

Over the past three years, JDF Farms has had a tremendous start within the Texas major show circuit. Their initial focus was on the Chester and Duroc breeds; however, they recently had success with a Berkshire gilt at the 2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase.

“This past show season we raised a very special Berkshire gilt that we would say will be very hard to replicate,” the duo said. “This gilt ended up Champion Purebred and Reserve Overall Supreme at the Texas’ Elite Showcase.

This is undoubtedly our highest achievement.

For reasons other than the banners, we were able to accomplish that with a family that has been with us from the start which made that much more special.”

In addition to this accomplishment, JDF Farms has also produced the Reserve Champion Duroc gilt at the 2023 Texas’ Elite Showcase, the Reserve Champion Chester barrow at San Angelo in 2022, as well as the Reserve Champion Chester barrow at San Antonio and Reserve Champion Poland barrow at Houston in 2021. The firm has also produced several class winners at major show level.

There have been several genetic lines that have had an impact on the Foote’s herd; however, there are two operations that have not only impacted this operation, but Jarrot and Dwight as well.

“Within our Chester herd, Beyers Farms, TX genetic line is in almost all of our Chester sows. The same can be said about the Wintex genetic line on our Berks and Durocs,” Jarrot said. Both of those firms have always been there for help and advice when needed.

Without their impact, JDF Farms wouldn’t be where it is today.”

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Speaking of influential people, Jarrot says his greatest role models have been his father and his uncle, Jason.

“Dad is and always has been my greatest role model because he is the most selfless person I know. He always says to trust the process and everything will work out,” Jarrot said. “My uncle, Jason, has also had a huge impact on the way I look at pigs. He started hauling me to shows at a very young age and exposed me to all aspects of this industry.”

Jarrot is a prime example of the impact that this industry can have on youth. From earning a CTBR Foundation Gilt Scholarship in 2017 to helping kids achieve their goals, he said this industry has molded him into who he is today.

“This industry has taught me that success only comes from hard work, being humble, and never giving up,” Jarrot said. “The value of this industry can’t be put into words. You are surrounded by people that truly would do anything for each other. That is something that’s hard to find.”

As an up-and-coming operation, it is crucial to establish goals to help continue success in the future. The duo said starting out, one of their goals was to earn a spot as a Top Breeder within the CTBR program. With six CTBR class champions in 2023, along with their success at Texas’ Elite, the firm far surpassed this goal.

We know that the kids “ we see in the barn are the future, and to know we will have played a role in their appreciation for agriculture is what helps dad and I continue to pursue our goals.

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Moving forward, the pair hopes to continue to raise pigs that will help their customers conquer their goals. However, at the end of the day, the Foote’s find their biggest value in having a part of producing the future of agriculture.

“Seeing a kid achieve success is without a doubt our biggest motivation,” Jarrot said. “There are good days and bad days in this industry, but hearing kids say ‘I never thought I could do this’ motivates us to get up every day and work harder. We know that the kids we see in the barn are the future, and to know we will have played a role in their appreciation for agriculture is what helps dad and I continue to pursue our goals.”

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CHOOSE $1+ MILLION CTBR Over $133,500 in scholarships has been awarded to students in the last several years; participation in the CTBR program is one of the key criteria!

Dollars have been awarded to Texas 4-H & FFA students since the beginnning of the program.

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Texas’ Elite Showcase is exclusive to Certified Texas Bred Registry gilts.

This youth event gave out $43k in premiums in 2023.

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Certified Texas Bred Registry Certificate

CTBR breeders ready to serve your needs. Check the website for listings of sales near you!

Ear Notch #:

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The breeder listed above guarantees the pig described on this form has been conceived, farrowed and raised in the state of Texas. This pig is eligible to receive premium money if it is the highest placing Certified Texas Bred pig in a weight class in the barrow show at Fort Worth, San Antonio, Houston and Austin. The pig is also eligible to enter TEXAS’ ELITE SHOWCASE GILT SHOW & SALE in Kerrville.

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Email: Official Sponsor of the Certified Texas Bred Registry

FFA Chapter or 4-H County: Attention Exhibitor:

You must have this form completed upon entering the show ring.

Each CTBR Class Champion recieves a hat and vinyl banner.

The Rodeo Austin Jr. Market Barrow Show is exclusive to barrows of the Certified Texas Bred Registry. If you plan to show at Rodeo Austin, you must buy CTBR.

PREMIUM PAYOUTS

$100 is awarded to the highest placing Certified Texas Bred barrow in each class at Fort Worth, San Antonio, Houston, Austin, and State Fair.

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SCHEDULE 9:30AM “IN THE TRENCHES” PREVIEW - KV WEBCAST 4:00PM LIVE PREVIEW WITH COMMENTARY - KV WEBCAST

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AUG. 1 JDF - FARM OPENS FOR LEASE GILTS Seminole, TX Jarrot (432) 955-7270 Dwight (432) 847-6884 AUG. 3 BEYERS FARMS, TX ONLINE SALE #1 Showpig.com Todd (806) 252-5204 AUG. 5 IDK GENETICS FARM SALE Amarillo, TX AUG. 5 WINTEX FARM SALE #1 WTX Sale Facilty, Lubbock, TX Jay (806) 438-2986 Will (806) 239-5859 AUG. 5 EXCEED GENETICS - BARNS OPEN Scotland, TX Berks and Crosses of all ages Michael Cowley (940) 636-1803 AUG. 6 THE OPENER Conway, TX AUG. 8 JDF FARMS ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Jarrot (432) 955-7270 Dwight (432) 847-6884 AUG. 11 HF GENETICS FARM SALE #1 652 Kemper Rd, Port Lavaca, TX Cassidy Hayes (361) 920-1015 Jimmy Hayes (361) 920-0964 AUG. 11 4F LIVESTOCK - BARNS OPEN Weslaco, TX Cleve (956) 472-8088 Cooper (956) 460-3530

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AUG. 12 LINDNER SHOW PIGS FARM SALE #1 Comfort, TX AUG. 12 PRICE SHOWPIGS - BARNS OPEN Stephenville, TX 15 Litters - Durocs, Berks, Spots Cameron Price (254) 485-0998 Call for Appointment AUG. 12 BOHEMIAN FARMS - BARNS OPEN Burlington, TX Michael Schneider (254) 721-4162 Call for Appointment AUG. 15 RAINS LIVESTOCK - ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Cory Rains (325) 236-0593 AUG. 19 LACKEY LIVESTOCK FALL FARM SALE Haskell, TX AUG. 22 THE TEXAS-BRED SELECTONLINE SALE #1 Showpig.com AUG. 25 LINDNER SHOW PIGS FARM SALE #2 Comfort, TX AUG. 26 EDWARDS FAMILY GENETICS/ BLAZIN 7 FARMS FARM SALE #1 1007 Park Road Hamilton, TX Blake Edwards (254) 223-2479 Brad Massey (940) 682-6355 AUG. 26 CIRCLE L SWINE FARM SALE #1 Whitharral, TX Benito (806) 893-4951 Matthew (806) 853-0226

AUG. 26 RISING STAR GENETICS FARM SALE #1 3501 FM 1849, Brownwood, TX Heath Boren (970) 640-4443 Jay Boren (254) 334-8484 AUG. 26 THE ALLIANCE Kerrville, TX AUG. 26 THE ESTABLISHED Comfort, TX AUG. 26 BALSER FAMILY GENETICS FARM SALE #1 Kerrville, TX Robert (830) 739-6593 Ryan (830) 739-6331 AUG. 26 S&W SWINE PRODUCTIONS - BARN OPENS 5100 CR 42 Robstown, TX 25 Litters - All Breeds and Crosses Scot Sullivan (361) 960-6725 AUG 26 AND 27 BREEDERS CHOICE 648 FM 289 Comfort, TX Cole Reeves (254) 624-3080 Gilbert Sullaway (210) 669-2411 Mike Charo (210) 421-1280 AUG. 28 KMAX LIVESTOCK - BARNS OPEN BY APPOINTMENT Taft, TX Kotton West (361) 528-9552 AUG. 29 RAINS LIVESTOCK - ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Cory Rains (325) 236-0593 AUG. 31 BEYERS FARMS, TX ONLINE SALE #2 Showpig.com Todd (806) 252-5204

AUG. 31 THE FUTURE’S ELITE GILT SALE Showpig.com AUG. 31 WEISHUHN BROS. SHOW PIGS FARM SALE #1 11937 E. Jarratt Rd, San Angelo Marty (325) 234-7569 Zach (325) 234-7547 SEPT. 1 SURE SUCCESS SHOW PIGS - PRIVATE TREATY ON THE FARM San Antonio, TX John (210) 601-3533 SEPT. 1 WUNDERLICH SHOW PIGS - BARNS OPEN 690 Wunderlich Dr., Spring Branch, TX Diron (830) 237-6644 SEPT. 2 THE LEAD-OFF SALE Abernathy, TX SEPT. 2 BELEW FARMS BARNS OPEN Tahoka, TX Denny 806-470-0969 Robert 806-778-1901 | Jason 254-413-3848 SEPT. 2 FOOTE FARMS FARM SALE #1 Lubbock, TX Jason (432) 209-1020 SEPT. 2 WINTEX FARM SALE #2 WTX Sale Facilty, Lubbock, TX Jay (806) 438-2986 Will (806) 239-5859 SEPT. 2 HEFFERNAN GENETICS ANNUAL SALE 885 YOW Rd., Poteet, TX Scott (830) 570-7540

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SEPT. 2 SNJ LIVESTOCK - BARNS OPEN Ropesville, TX Early July Litters Stan Johnson (817) 304-3534 SEPT. 2 JS SHOWPIGS Commanche, TX James Spivey (325) 330-2907

SEPT. 10 MERRYMAN SHOWPIGS FARM SALE Coleman County Expo, Coleman, TX Ted (325) 669-7597 Rode (325) 370-1999

SEPT. 2 C&P LIVESTOCK - FARM SALE #1 Odem, TX Leo Canales - (361) 877-2640 Will Petrus - (361) 319-8775

SEPT. 14 WEISHUHN BROS. FARM SALE #1 11937 E. Jarratt Rd., San Angelo, TX Marty (325) 234-7569 Zach (325) 234-7547

SEPT. 3 NEXT GEN SALE Brownwood, TX

SEPT. 16 BRED FOR THE BANNER Perrin FFA Show Barn Justin Rodgers (405) 255-3076

SEPT. 5 THE TEXAS-BRED SELECT ONLINE SALE #2 Showpig.com SEPT. 9 KINGS OF THE HILL Comfort, TX SEPT. 9 THE SYNDICATE Kerrville, TX SEPT. 9 TAYLOR’D GENETICS - BARNS OPEN BY APPOINTMENT Salado, TX Crosses, Durcos, and Yorks Mike Taylor (254) 228-7526 SEPT. 9 BALSER FAMILY GENETICS FARM SALE #2 Kerrville, TX Robert (830) 739-6593 Ryan (830) 739-6331 SEPT. 9 ELROD SHOWPIGS ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Diane Elrod (210) 601-6164 142

SEPT. 10 KMAX LIVESTOCK ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Kotton West (361) 528-9552

SEPT. 16 LACKEY LIVESTOCK CUSTOMER SALE Haskell, TX SEPT. 16 C-4 SHOWPIGS FARM SALE 1230 S. State HWY 208, Colorado City, TX Jim (325) 242-5503 Beverly (325) 728-6226 SEPT. 16 HF GENETICS FARM SALE #2 652 Kemper Rd, Port Lavaca, TX Cassidy Hayes (361) 920-1015 Jimmy Hayes (361) 920-0964 SEPT. 16 SANTA ANNA FFA SALE Santa Anna FFA Barn Bennie Bible (325) 214-4140 Brandon Smythe (325) 249-5390 Nathan Hindman (806) 445-2300 SEPT. 16 CIRCLE L SWINE FARM SALE #2 Whitharral, TX

SEPT. 16 RISING STAR GENETICS FARM SALE #2 3501 FM 1849, Brownwood, TX Heath Boren (970) 640-4443 Jay Boren (254) 334-8484

OCT. 7 FOOTE FARMS FARM SALE #2 Lubbock, TX Jason (432) 209-1020

SEPT. 16 ROCK’N U SHOWPIGS FARM SALE 3936 CR 263, Breckenridge, TX Shelia Unger (325) 665-4416

OCT. 7 WINTEX FARM SALE #3 WTX Sale Facilty, Lubbock, TX Jay (806) 438-2986 Will (806) 239-5859

SEPT. 17 QUEST FOR THE BEST SALE Belton, TX

OCT. 7 THE PLAYERS Fort Worth, TX

SEPT. 19 THE TEXAS-BRED SELECT ONLINE SALE #3 Showpig.com

OCT. 7 C&P LIVESTOCK - FARM SALE #2 Odem, TX Leo Canales - (361) 877-2640 Will Petrus - (361) 319-8775

SEPT. 23 BROCKMAN FARMS FARM SALE Montgomery, TX SEPT. 23 EDWARDS FAMILY GENETICS/ BLAZIN 7 FARMS FARM SALE #2 1007 Park Road, Hamilton, TX Blake Edwards (254) 223-2479 Brad Massey (940) 682-6355

OCT. 21 PERFECT TIMING Lawton, TX NOV. 1 ELROD SHOWPIGS ONLINE SALE Showpig.com Diane Elrod (210) 601-6164

SEPT. 23 10TH ANNUAL MULLIN FFA PIG SALE Mullin ISD, Mullin, TX 76864 Bud Day (325) 938-0634 Gage Taylor (325) 200-5259 SEPT. 30 KINGS OF THE HILL Fort Worth, TX OCT. 7 THE GATHERING Lubbock, TX OCT. 7 BELEW FARMS FARM SALE Tahoka, TX Denny (806) 470-0969 Robert (806) 778-1901 Jason (254) 413-3848 143

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BIOSECURITY GUIDELINES Whether you are a 4-H/FFA member that has been at some shows or a hog breeder, please remember there are important biosecurity practices we should all follow.

RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES FOR USE AT SWINE FARMS: BE PREPARED by having the proper supplies.

Here is a checklist of supplies that should be used by farms and/or those visiting swine farms: 3 Disposable Boots – have enough for everyone to double boot at each location in case it is necessary; purchase boots with a min. of 4 ml thickness.

3 Disinfectants - Accel, Tek-Trol (comes in both a liquid and an aerosol), 1Stroke, Environ, Virkon S, Synergize, or Chlorox; it is recommended to have both wipes and sprays.

3 Clean Tote Box – this box should house all of the “clean” supplies (plastic boots, coveralls, trash bags, sanitizer, etc.) so that they are kept separate and are sealed away from a potentially contaminated environment.

3 Trash Bags – for use in throwing away disposable items after completion of the visit.

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FOR POTENTIAL BUYERS VISITING SWINE FARMS: 1. COMMUNICATE with the breeder/owner prior to arriving at their farm learn their expectations.

Establish what direction to enter the farm, where to park, and what to wear. Follow the wishes of what each farm owner wants. Some will have specific instructions and different requirements that may be more detailed. Just because something is suitable for one, doesn’t mean that will work for everyone. Ask the owner to detail any farm-specific biosecurity protocols that you will need to follow during the visit. Ask about the current herd health status. If the farm is undergoing a disease outbreak, it is recommended to NOT visit this farm due to the increased risk of spread to other farms that will be potentially visited.

2. PARK in the designated parking area for the farm. Obey all signage regarding access to specific areas. If no parking area exists, park as far away from the livestock barn as possible on the gravel or hard surface, or park on the edge of the public road close to the location. Avoid parking/driving in muddy areas on the farm.

3. LEAVE ALL PERSONAL ITEMS in the vehicle and do not bring them onto the farm; this should include, but not be limited to whips, ball caps, jewelry, etc. (anything that manure or infected dust particles can be transported on should be avoided). If it is necessary to wear a ball cap at multiple farms then you should apply an aerosol disinfectant on it between farms.

4. Respect the LINE OF SEPARATION at each farm. The Line of Separation is defined as the line between the area that is to be used by the visitor and the area to be used by farm personnel.

5. DO NOT TOUCH any pigs while on the farm if you do not have to. People that touch hogs need to sanitize hands upon departure before getting back into the vehicle.

6. When leaving REMOVE DIRTY BOOTS next to your vehicle but before you enter the vehicle. Put trash into a garbage bag and place in a location designated by the farm or away from clean supplies. Everyone should clean hands with sanitizer or wipes before entering the vehicle.

Note that you should try to keep the inside of the vehicle as sanitary as possible.

7. WASH/DISINFECT VEHICLES AND TRAILERS in between each road trip. Pay special attention to the wheel wells and undercarriage. A high temperature wash is critical. Be sure to thoroughly disinfect the inside of the vehicle between road trips. Each night during a road trip spray the inside of the vehicle with an aerosol disinfectant and wipe down the steering wheel.

8. Shoes should be sanitized daily when traveling to farms and sales with one of the recommended disinfectants. If you are stopping at multiple farms in the same day then you should use an aerosol disinfectant (ie. Tek-trol) to spray down everyone’s shoes, clothes, and ball caps between farms.

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FOR SWINE FARM OPERATORS: 1. Maintain a log of visitors.

2. Establish a clear line of separation at the farm. This is a line dividing the area that is to be used by the farm for live animals (often referred to as the clean area) and the area that is outside of the live animal area (the dirty area). Only the owner goes into the pens and has contact with the pigs. Enforce no reaching into pens and zero contact with pigs by visitors.

It is recommended that a separate area be used to show/view pigs.

3. Designate a parking area for visitors.

4. Traffic flow – utilize a single direction traffic flow by designating a single entrance / exit point for vehicles.

5. Foot baths – If managed correctly, provide and encourage the use of foot bath stations as people enter the farm. Refresh the solution periodically depending on level of use.

However, bear in mind that a contaminated foot bath could be more detrimental than helpful. Do not rely solely on the use of a foot bath.

6. Establish a designated area away from all swine for disposable items, such as boot covers and other trash, to be collected for removal.

An ounce of prevention, is worth a pound of cure.

Dilution is part of the solution.

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WHEN THE SHOW ENDS, THE REAL WORK BEGINS: Bio-security is just as important after the show! Taking the necessary precautions is important right now to protect the health of our industry. While it may be simple to just rid the pens of sand or shavings, cleaning and disinfecting your barns, trailers and even all of your tack is an important step to ensuring the health of your next set of pigs and everyone else’s. When cleaning equipment you can’t just stop with the outside of your showbox. All showbox contents such as spray bottles, brushes, feed cups, buckets and even your whip need to be disinfected.

1. Make sure to wash everything well; disinfect with diluted Clorox, Accel, Tek-Trol or other disinfectant, and let it all sit for a period of time. It is best to do this at a location not on your farm or in an isolated area farthest away from high traffic area and animals.

2. Do not wear the same clothes, shoes or caps you wore at the show once you arrive home. Clean and disinfect as soon as possible.

3. Dispose of any unused feed that was in the barns. It is possible for virus particles to survive on feedstuffs.

4. Monitor all animals daily for illness. If you see any signs of illness alert your veterinarian immediately.

Protect the health of the swine industry by practicing sound biosecurity protocols.

We are all responsible for protecting livestock health and must be held accountable.

For more information on biosecurity or health issues, please visit the following websites: www.texaspork.org/industry-resources www.pork.org 149

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Breeder Directory

Mayer Northern High Plains Jenna WT Showpigs Addison Butler Claude (806) 236-8883

Alabama Bohannon Bama Show Pigs Wellington (806) 205-0630 Billy Wiggs Clarendon (806) 290-3774 Billy Wayne, Lesa & Easton Schafer Canadian (806) 217-1192 Breleigh Butler Claude (806) 236-8883 Cambryn Gratz Canyon (806) 678-3544 Charles & Greg Slough GNC Genetics Gruver (806) 736-0002 Colby Newbrough Newbrough Showpigs Silverton (806) 983-0017 Colton Bezner TRI Genetics Dalhart (806) 333-5935 Daxton Saul Quitaque (806) 217-1578 Jack L. Swain, Jr. D.V.M. Swain Farms Stratford (806) 753-7579

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Canyon (806) 789-0095 Jett Ramaekers Nazareth (806) 647-7372 Joe Couts Joe Couts Show Pigs Pampa (806) 669-6278 Kent Tice Triple Creek Show Hogs Borger (806) 898-2100 Kevin Howell Kevin Howell Hogs White Deer (806) 570-2540 Kip Smith Kip Smith Showpigs Hereford (806) 206-2482 Kirk Saul Quitaque (806) 217-1578 Kyanna Rice Mclean (806) 207-0806 Kyle Butler Claude (806) 236-8883 Lance Horsford Horsford Show Pigs Stratford (806) 930-3299 Levon Harman Double Heart Hogs of Happy Happy (806) 759-1890

Nicholas Artho Twisted SIX Genetics Stratford (806) 884-8011 Nick Albracht IDK Genetics Amarillo (806) 433-1896 Scott Stedje Team Stedje Gruver (806) 898-7411 Seth Ralston RALSTON HOG FARM Dalhart (806) 773-6989 Shane & Tatum Swenhaugen Rival Genetics Canadian (806) 202-4789 Shelby Padgett Cactus Family Farms Amarillo (806) 373-2333 Steve, Zach & Kyle Bradshaw Seco Land & Livestock Friona (940) 210-9692 Veronica Gray G-O Show Pigs Wellington (806) 681-5328 Wayne & Leslie Harman Harman Farms Perryton (806) 202-2176 Weldon Walser Walser Farms / Hot Rod Genetics Canadian (806) 323-2290

Zac Huseman Nazareth (806) 647-9435

Coby Johnson Slaton (806) 535-3206

Trace McBride & Canlaes McBride Livestock/LC Genetics Amarillo (806) 474-5167

Cody Spies BS Livestock Levelland (806) 324-7737

Southern High Plains

Collin & Courtney Kattner Kattner Farms Petersburg (806) 777-4056

AJ Diaz 3D Showpigs Ralls (806) 999-6179

Aaron Carpenter Girard (806) 284-2464 Austin Moore Plainview (505) 239-5913 Benito Lopez Circle L Swine Whitharral (806) 893-4951 Brandon & Ethan Biggs BIGGS LIVESTOCK Plainview Brett Atkinson Atkinson Show Pigs Lubbock (806) 422-1632 Brian Acevedo ACE Show Pigs Littlefield (806) 340-2764 Brock Milloy MC Show Pigs Seminole (254) 631-3380 Chad Orum Orum Showpigs Seminole (806) 535-9144

Connor Meyers Greenville Corey Gass Vintage Bloodstock Lubbock (432) 271-6705 Dan Patterson Littlefield (806) 778-2452

Gary Patterson Gary Patterson Livestock Hale Center (806) 418-0759 Greg Methvin Greg Methvin Genetics Levelland (806) 638-5141 Heath Hodges LA Farms Slaton (806) 782-8595 Ian & Chama Schaefer Impact Livestock Slaton (432) 213-3623 Jace Baker Bakers Branch Showpigs Tahoka (806) 200-0476

Darla Heinrich M2 Livestock Tahoka (806) 778-4514

Jacob McKillip & Owen Seidenberger M&S Livestock Slaton (765) 337-5792

Delton & Dusti Osborn 3rd Day Genetics Justiceburg (806) 559-1012

Jason Foote Foote Farms Lubbock (432) 209-1020

Denny Belew Belew Farms Tahoka (806) 470-0969

Jason & Amanda Campbell Campbell Farms Abernathy (806) 787-9664

Dustin Urbantke Muleshoe (806) 638-0099

Jay Sprabeary Strive Livestock Lubbock (806) 470-6572

Dwight & Jarrot Foote JDF Farms Seminole (432) 847-6884

Jay & Will Winter Wintex Farms Lubbock (806) 438-2986

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Jeff & Brennan Armes Rocking A Swine Lubbock (806) 500-3311

Kenneth Thomason KT Show Pigs Spur (806) 422-0054

Payton Easter E6 Farms Post (806) 441-2009

Jerad & Bubby Nesmith Nesmith Made Livestock Levelland (303) 506-8279

Kerry Shain Outlaw Genetics Seminole (325) 206-3615

Robbie & Keith Harkey HARKEY FARMS Hale Center (806) 778-7810

Jonathan Hisey Hi-Ho Genetics Lubbock (806) 281-7973

Kevin Methvin Methvin Hog Farm Levelland (806) 638-5140

Roger & Jeremy Lacy Lacy Show Pigs Seminole (432) 209-7082

Jonn Goldammer Goldammer Showstock Lubbock (956) 874-8047

Landry Miller Miller Show Pigs Abernathy

Rowdy Huffaker Huffaker Farms Hale Center (806) 292-4116

Josh Krohn DL SHOW PIGS Lamesa (806) 438-2916 Josh Jordan MRM Showpigs Slaton (806) 781-2429 JR Reyna R&B Showpigs Levelland (806) 891-8445 Kane Gonzales Lamesa (806) 200-3662 Kayden Gillit Lubbock (806) 778-1617 Kelby & Branden O’Brien/ Hagen Montgomery Four Five Livestock Lamesa (806) 200-3624

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Levi Canales LC Genetics & Co. Sinton (806) 676-7173 Meredith Couts Tribe Genetics Wolfforth (806) 663-0156 Michael Therwhanger Therwhanger Show Pigs Seminole (806) 215-0622 Morgan Boyd Boyd Family Genetics Lamesa (806) 759-8463 Nathan Ashby Ashby Showpigs Hale Center (940) 783-2139 Oliver Rusher Sweet Tooth Farms Plainview (806) 685-1941

Russell & Tysha Miller 3T Show Pigs Littlefield (806) 543-2769 Ryan Marricle Marricle Showpigs Muleshoe (806) 566-9002 Shane Shobert RED RAIDER GENETICS Spur (806) 269-1313 Shawn Brewer Brewer Dry Land Farms, LLC. Lubbock (806) 239-5770 Stan Johnson SNJ Livestock Ropesville (817) 304-3534 Steven Lopez LB Showpigs Plains (806) 831-2972

Tadd, Cameron, & Scotta Knight Knight Show Pigs Shallowater (217) 653-0528 Todd and Moriah Beyers Beyers Farms, TX Abernathy (806) 252-5204 Todd Gregory & Kelley O’Brien GO Genetics Lamesa (806) 577-2400 Tyler Endicott Twisted Edge Genetics Lubbock (806) 781-4289 Warren Hatley Hatley Show Stock Shallowater (809) 789-5317 Wesley Jones JH Showpigs Plainview (806) 778-5011

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Allen & Aiden Richburg Richburg Show Pigs Roscoe (325) 236-5666 Annabelle Hill Early (325) 864-4239 Austin Jenkins CR’Z J Livestock May (325) 800-8137 Ben & Misty Cozart Cozart Family Genetics Zephyr (254) 433-2201

Bennie Bible Santa Anna (325) 214-4140 Billy Bob Orsagh Big Much Genetics Cisco (254) 488-1053 Brad Mund Mund Livestock Wall (325) 456-8430 Brandon Mitchell Mitchell Livestock Midland (432) 528-1585 Brian Bennett and Ralph Stock Bennett Show Pigs and High Demand Genetics Stephenville (254) 396-4400

Clint & Julie Halfmann West Texas Genetics Vancourt (402) 429-4946 Cody Knight 3K Showpigs Goldthwaite (325) 200-2073 Colbi Sanguinet WLC Showpigs Mullin (830) 220-3770 Colby Stovall Tex-Mex Genetics San Angelo (325) 234-9733 Colt Caffey Bo-Pop Genetics Sidney (254) 842-1046

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Dale Schwartz San Angelo (325)234-5206

Burke & Cami Robinson R4 Genetics Putnam (325) 669-6636

David Bragg Bragg Farms Stephenville (254) 977-4141

Canon Harris CC Harris Livestock Cisco (325) 450-0796

David Shipp Shipp Shape Genetics Roby (325) 370-0102

Cash Dean Ovalo (325) 864-0836

Dawson Evans Evans Showpigs Early (325) 642-6634

Choyr Gilbert 109 Show Swine Midland (432) 894-2444 Clint Gross Andrews (432) 661-9868

Delvin Shomaker Pecan Creek Showpigs San Angelo (325) 374-8284 Destanay Gift Andrews (325) 812-5257 159

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Douglas Schaefer SCHAEFER LIVESTOCK Garden City (432) 517-0352

Jason Evans Evans Livestock Knox City (940) 203-2775

Justin Duncan 3D Livestock Bangs (325) 642-2188

Emma Polnack Polnack Show Pigs Sweetwater (325) 338-3223

Jason Swatsell Swatsell 3 Stephenville (254) 485-2654

Keith Cook Stanton (432) 661-0339

Garrett Stephens De Leon (254) 734-5152

Jay & Heath Boren Rising Star Genetics Rising Star (254) 334-8484

Gary Mills Fort Stockton (432) 923-3082 Genai Lopez JBG Showpigs Odessa (432) 923-3737 Harleigh Henderson H&R Showpigs Snyder (940) 445-7206 Harvey Schwertner & Todd Helms Schwertner Show Pigs Miles (432) 894-5904 Ivy Cumby CF Showpigs Ovalo (325) 439-8027 J. T. & Kelli Naron JT & Kelli Naron Merkel (325) 660-2183 Jason Lackey Lackey Livestock Haskell (806) 787-3606

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Jerry Walters Early (325) 642-6092 Jessica Colvin Western Texas College Snyder (806) 777-2269 Jim & Beverly Cogburn C-4 Show Pigs Colorado City (325) 242-5503 Jody Walton Walton Show Pigs Sweetwater (325) 338-5727 John, Amy, Jacob, & Lauren Lange Lange Livestock Miles (325) 895-0961 Joshua Kunselman R&K Genetics Stepenville (254) 485-3528 Joshua Dean Ovalo (325) 864-0836

Kelby McCorkle SILVER VALLEY SHOW PIGS Coleman (325) 214-4130 Ky Smith R2K2 Genetics Midland (432) 634-3776 Landon Stephens De Leon (254) 734-5969 Lanie Dru Allen Ovalo (325) 668-0532 Leon Freeman Freeman Showpigs Lohn (325) 344-5514 Lisa Allen Double Take Show Pigs Midland (432) 413-0035 Mandy & Todd Stevenson Stevenson Livestock Hamlin (325) 603-8292 Marty, Jacob & Zach Weishuhn Weishuhn Brothers Show Pigs San Angelo (325) 656-2629

Mason Garner UNDERDOG GENETICS Lawn (325) 439-0699

Ronnie & Josh Daniel Daniel Family Genetics Santa Anna (325) 726-8226

Zack Bridges Bridges Livestock Tolar (229) 309-9234

Matt & Curry Allen Allen Farms Ovalo (325) 668-0532

Sam Morton Morton Livestock Early (325) 998-6805

NORTH TEXAS

Mike Pruitt Midland (432) 296-1819

Shannon Barbee Shannon Barbee Show Pigs Hamlin (325) 370-4503

Morgan Scott Lazy S Show Pigs Colorado City (224) 425-1596 Navy Hutchinson Hutch Farms Brownwood (325) 267-5068 Newt Lemond Lemond Show Pigs Odessa (432) 978-7884 Owen Seidenberger M & S Livestock Garden City (432) 264-8090

Shaun & Leslie Galovich Galovich Farms Tuscola (325) 668-9375 Stan Creed Creed Showpigs Sweetwater (325) 864-0274 Tanner Harsh Exceed Genetics Stanton (940) 631-2337

Bob, Brad, Gary Schnitker Schnitker Family Farm Howe (806) 269-1422 Brad Massey & Blake Edwards Blazin 7’s Farms & Edwards Family Genetics Mineral Wells (940) 682-6355 Brian Reznicek Reznicek Show Pigs Kaufman (972) 965-8423 Brian Haynes Haynes Farms Vernon (940) 886-7338

Tatum and Katie Braden Garden City (432) 268-3275

Bryan Hemming Hemming Farms Sherman (903) 267-1192

Peyton Whisenhunt Whisenhunt Show Pigs Cisco (325) 665-9316

Ted Merryman Merryman Show Pigs Clyde (325) 669-7597

Carl & Blair Kent Carl Kent & Sons Pottsboro (903) 271-5128

Reggy Spencer Spencer/Collier Showpigs Albany (325) 370-8990

Warren & Max Tongate Tongate Showpigs Early (325) 647-5200

Riley Bilbrey Abilene (325) 370-6534

Will, Peggy & Brenna Wallace U4 Farm Sonora (830) 833-5335

Charles,Savanna, and Kiya Williams WILLIAMS SHOWPIGS Nocona (940) 233-2375

Robbie & Shannon Phillips Phillips Showpigs Roscoe (806) 891-3136

Chase Craighead Craighead Showpigs Vernon (940) 887-9250

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Chuck Cox Cox and Sons Royse City (469) 338-9621

Ed & Eddy Bradshaw Bradshaw Family Showpigs Sherman (903) 815-8123

Joshua Patterson 5P Showpigs Breckenridge (325) 664-7115

Cody Holaway Heads Up Genetics Bridgeport (940) 389-7921

Garrett Cox & Claire McCormick S Squared Showpigs Weatherford (254) 652-7110

Justin Lacy Lacy Livestock Sherman

Cody McCleery McCleery Family Durocs Poolville (817) 613-6666 Cole Phillips Phillips Livestock Bullard (903) 714-5127 Crystal Robertson TCR Farms Brownsboro (903) 286-4300 Dan, Ragen & Ryland Reed Reed Livestock Krum (817) 706-7259 Daryl & Kyle Real Real Livestock Sanger (972) 898-6657 Donald Isenburg Lone Oak (903) 450-5743 Dub Stepp Twister Show Pigs Cleburne (817) 517-4302 Dusty Fowler 46 Ten Showpigs Poolville (817) 304-4080

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Glen & Zac Blount Blount Farms Denison (903) 814-4900 J.R. Fortner FORTNER SHOW PIGS Anna (214) 878-2714 James Glenn G2 Showpigs Waxahachie (462) 236-2045 James French 4F Showstock Paradise (817) 296-7450 Jarod Hamm Crazy H Showpigs Ennis (972) 935-4136 Jessica Tate Wright Way Showpigs Sunset (469) 993-4065 Josh Vincent Vincent Farms Saint Jo (903) 821-8638 Josh & Landi Campbell C Bar Livestock Grandview (817) 266-2101

Kelly Kinnibrugh Kinnibrugh Showpigs Seymour (940) 636-0433 Kendall Fisher Wylie (214) 728-3830 Kyle Real Real Livestock Sanger (940) 391-7183 L.J. Young All-Star Show Pigs Paradise (765) 810-4029 Lexi York York Family Genetics Valley View (940) 736-6127 Lynnleigh Read Lynnleigh Read Livestock Rhome (817) 228-3360 Marcus Phillips Ennis (214) 914-3404 Mark Pethtel Pethtel Bauwin Show Pigs Valley View (940) 367-4810 Michael Russell Sherman (903) 819-9728

Michael Cordova Circle C Genetics Chillicothe (806) 632-1288

Teagan & Bracken Taylor ET Showpigs Wichita Falls (940) 224-3695

Blake Dooley Oak Valley Farm Round Top (979) 421-3572

Mike Howe Howe’s Silvertex Farm Gainesville (940) 736-6398

Michael Bowman Bowman Livestock Crowell (940) 655-4770

Bob Bishop Bishop’s Show Pigs Pfflugerville (512) 751-8654

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Bobby Balser RB2 Showpigs Kerrville (830) 739-6593

Heart of Texas

Brandon Oliver KBO Livestock St. Hedwig (286) 717-9244

Russell Ramsey RAMAC Showpigs Oklaunion (940) 886-8866 Ryland Reed Reed Livestock Krum (817) 706-7259 Sheila Unger Rockin U Show Pigs Breckenridge (325) 665-4416 Steven & Alexis Hofer Royal Crown Showpigs Aurora (817) 875-7269 Taler Garrett Garrett Livestock Chillicothe (940) 839-7027 Tammy Bates TNT Showpigs Grandview (817) 615-0924 Tanner Hash & Michael Cowley Exceed Genetics Scotland (940) 631-2337

AJ Rexelle Double R Showpigs Charlotte (209) 915-3441 Alan Shipp Two Ton Showpigs Bertram (512) 557-9531

Brian Taylor Taylor Farms Jonesboro (254) 206-0879 Brooklyn Waltman Boerne (210) 269-6565

Alex Fuentes FB Livestock Center Point (830) 329-7337

Calvin Redding Jacksboro (940) 229-2648

Avri Wells AWE Durocs Salado (254) 228-7526

Cameron Price Price Showpigs Dublin (254) 485-0998

Barret Klein Bonfy & Klein Boerne (940) 838-8300

Chad Hopson Hopson Showpigs Lampasas (512) 734-2122

Barrett & Baeley Allerkamp ALLERKAMP FARMS Comfort (830) 739-5631

Chad Hajda Hajda Showpigs Granger (512) 423-2434

Ben & Tricia Rush Rush Pig Farm Mart (254) 652-2443 163

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Charles Ely & Chris Hohmann C-C Show Pigs Sisterdale (210) 887-5708 (210) 508-2211 Chuck Real Real Hog Farms Marion (210) 827-7351 Clarence Schmidt Center Point (830) 634-2117 Cliff & Coby Berger Berger Farms Giddings (979) 540-7004 Clyde & Kathy Culver Culver Show Pigs Boerne (210) 827-2258 Cole & Melissa Reeves Reeves and Smythe Genetics Hico (254) 624-3080 Cory & Lacey Rains Rains Livestock Fredericksburg (325) 236-0593 Dakota Hankins Hankins Show Pigs Hico (254) 974-2222 Dan & Don Steele Steele Hog Farm Temple (254) 984-2479 Danika Sanchez Somerset (210) 361-6336

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Denny Wiatrek Wiatrek Livestock Poth (830) 534-6012

Gigi Stehling Whiskey Creek Show Pigs Sisterdale (210) 445-3131

Desiree Ramirez Van Ormy (210) 777-2479

Gilbert Sullaway Superior Choice Genetics Helotes (210) 284-8686

Diane Elrod Elrod’s Show Pigs Iredell (210) 601-6164 Dillon Doyle Dripping Springs (512) 638-7526 Diron Wunderlich Wunderlich Show Pigs Spring Branch (830) 237-6644 Doug Alderson Alderson Farms Seguin (210) 296-4479 Emily Fish Helotes (832) 314-9686 Emily Felty Helotes (210) 886-7851 Erin, Clara & James Steglich Steglich Show Pigs Holland (254) 718-4983 Fabian Mutz Jr. 5M Genetics Floresville (830) 391-1783 Garrett Bankston Bankston Show Pigs Del Valle (512) 497-3026

Grant Meyer Meyer Showpigs Harper (830) 459-8645 Greg Baethge Baethge Showpigs Harper (830) 889-0625 Greg Sutherland Sutherland Farm Stockdale (210) 872-2808 Hannah Kruse Fredericksburg (830) 992-0249 Harvey Berckenhoff Twisted B Livestock LLC Schulenburg (979) 743-6405 Hayden Lugo HCL Showpigs San Marcos (512) 426-9292 Jacob & Sally Morris/ Whit & Mandy Weems Double Diamond Genetics Riesel (254) 315-1754 James Holder R&J Showpigs China Spring (254) 205-9971

Jarrod & Carole Usener Usener Livestock Fredericksburg (830) 992-1040

Kally Meyer Meyer Swine Farm Lott (254) 654-7123

Jason Roane Jason Roane Show Pigs Campbellton (210) 508-5960

Kase Kelso Seguin (210) 240-1215

Jay White White’s Farm Showpigs Bremond (979) 450-3020 Jeremy Walter WG Showpigs La Vernia (210) 823-5424

Kelly Voight Lexington (979) 324-8097 Kenneth Fey Fey Show Pigs Stockdale (830) 481-3162

Lizzie Harkins Liberty Hill (512) 689-1516 Logan Taylor TP Showpigs Graham (817) 851-8324 Luke Lindner Lindner Showpigs Comfort (830) 377-0969 Luke & Lilah Bohnert SLL Livestock Waring (830) 537-4647

Jhett Lyons Kyle (512) 771-8735

Kerby Knaupp KERBY KNAUPP SHOWPIGS INC. Fredericksburg (830) 459-4826

Jimbo Maxwell Maxwell Show Time Show Pigs New Braunfels (830) 221-6983

Kevin Thomas THOMAS SHOWPIGS Jacksboro (940) 507-0772

Marvin Boeck Boeck Show Pigs Converse (210) 414-3569

John Moyers Sure Success Show Pigs San Antonio (210) 601-3533

Kinsey Gardner Gatesville (254) 224-9010

Matt & Taylor Murdoch MT Heart Livestock Marion (830) 556-3942

Johnnie Flores F-2 Genetics Castroville (210) 596-3024

Kolton Kelso Kelso Genetiks Seguin (210) 240-6710

Josh Diaz D2 Livestock Bandera

Lacey Swearingin Swearingin Family Livestock Valley Mills (254) 420-7107

Joshua Nors Nors Showpigs Abbott (254) 715-1520

Landon Rode W. Rode & Sons Fredericksburg (830) 456-4357

Josie Kessler 5K Farms La Vernia (210) 995-1421

Lilah Lyons Kyle (512) 771-8735

Mark Johnston MJ Livestock Troy (254) 624-8341

Matt and Samuel Gerstenberg 3G Livestock Comfort (830) 377-6604 Maycon Stork Stork Livestock Hico (254) 485-4056 Mayson Schulze SCHULZE SHOWPIGS Seguin (830) 433-0486

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Rod Karlin Karlin Livestock Harper (806) 736-0823

Troy Cole Cole Farms LaCoste (210) 462-6157

Michael Walker Atascosa (512) 293-3953

Roger Herridge Herridge Showpigs Llano (512) 809-1297

Ty Clark Buda Berks Buda (512) 351-6749

Michael & Lizzie Harkins Squealin-N-Dealin Show Pigs Liberty Hill (512) 689-1516

Roibin & Zach Voges Vogus Family Farms Hamilton (254) 223-2379

Ty Baird TB Showpigs San Antonio (210) 216-1661

Michael & Mason Taylor TAYLOR’D GENETICS Salado (254) 947-8490

Rory Duelm Duelm’s Prevailing Genetics New Braunfels (830) 608-5058

Vince Franckowiak Franckowiak Show Pigs St. Hedwig (210) 336-9428

Mike Schneider Bohemian Farms Show Pigs Burlington (254) 721-4162

Russell & Jamie Kneese Kneese Show Pigs Fredericksburg (830) 456-3298

Zoe Ely C-C Show Pigs Sisterdale (210) 887-5708

Mike Parsons & Hannah Snyder EZ Farms - IBEX Genetics Albany (325) 762-4018

Shelley & Stephen Conran Conran’s 3C Show Pigs New Braunfels (512) 789-7480

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Nash Waltman Boerne (210) 269-6565

Thomas Krueger 1-1 Pig Farm San Antonio (210) 846-7890

Michael Tatsch Michael Tatsch & Family Showpigs Harper (830) 370-2127

Patrick & Kyle Spinn Spinn Farms Holland (254) 913-6284 Robert Loyd Loyd Livestock Troy (254) 493-1839 Robert York Point Enterprise Show Pigs Mexia (254) 292-3508 Robert & Faye Huebner Kingsbury (830) 660-7101 166

Tim Doege Doege Show Pigs St. Hedwig (210) 667-9627 Tracey Cortez Lanier FFA Swine Program Austin (512) 923-2633 Trent Williams Shaded W Show Pigs Giddings (979) 540-9722

Bentley & Pippa McDonald McDonald Polands Heath (903) 456-7987 Chad Lowry Lowry Livestock Troup (903) 530-2364 Cheyenne Swor Pine Cone Showpigs Diboll (936) 465-0309 Colton Mullins Rockin CM Showpigs Gilmer (903) 841-0930 Courtney Clark CRC Show Pigs Centerville (281) 330-8782

David & Lisa Berckenhoff Berckenhoff Showpigs Hallettsville (979) 743-5905

Ollie Simpson O. C. Show Pigs Princeton (469) 450-2257

Garrett Henke H Squared Genetics Hallettsville (361) 772-2031

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Hailey Gibson KDG Showpigs Cookville (903) 651-3848 Jayden Levrets Striped Shadow Showpigs Flint (903) 780-0997 John Michael Mehaffey Stephen F. Austin State University Nacogdoches (806) 790-4330

Adrian Austin Q&A Showpigs Brenham (618) 315-2040 Avery Ford Ford Showpigs Franklin (979) 324-7268 Chad Lewis H&L Showpigs Somerville (979) 277-4041

Charles Hodde HODDE FARMS Burton (979) 251-4718

Daniel & Lance Engeling DANIEL & LANCE ENGELING SHOW PIGS Breham (979) 203-8279 Darrell Kieke DK Farms Burton (979) 451-3441 George & Michelle Hofauer H-5 Hog Farm Falls City (210) 394-4292 Harold (Choppie) White Lone Star Super Hogs Bryan (979) 777-4180 Hunter Erwin PFC Showpigs Natalia (316) 253-5805

Chris Finke Navasota (936) 825-2107

Jacie Hoyt Twisted H Showpigs Silsbee (409) 781-0954

Laramie Dickson Dickson Showpigs Montalba (903) 721-1019

Christian Fridye Fridye Livestock Brenham (979) 277-8059

Jason Knight 4J Genetics Alvin (832) 877-1890

Madi Mills Mads Genetics Montalba (903) 724-1019

Clayton Schram Schram Livestock Sealy (979) 627-5665

Jeff Miller Craig Melton Double M Genetics Waller (713) 823-2042

Michael Bowman Bowman Livestock Crowell (940) 655-4770

Corey Atchison Atchison Show Hogs Rosharon (713) 839-5775

John Olle Southern Superior Show Pigs Pleasanton (830) 570-1331

Monty and Jennifer McGill McGill Show Pigs Buffalo (903) 338-1897

Cortney Jones CCJones Genetics Conroe (936) 446-0494

Johnny R. Sanchez Double S Farms Poteet (210) 414-2830

Kenzy Morgan Diamond M Genetics Point (903) 268-1211

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Josh & Carrie Brockman Brockman Farms Montgomery (214) 733-2466

Ricky Schroeder Schroeder Genetics Anderson (936) 825-1390

Cleve and Cooper Ford 4F Livestock Weslaco (956) 472-8088

Joshua Slott Slott Show Stock New Waverly (936) 661-7146

Robby Perkins Perkins Family Genetics Houston

Darryl, Teri Derek & Kelli Ressmann Ressmann Showpigs Refugio (361) 526-9159

Kastin Wilde AnJo Farms Santa Fe (432) 940-6333 Kelton Mason The Stud Montgomery (936) 232-2124 Kevin Lynch LYNCH LIVESTOCK Cleveland (832) 493-3099 Larry Pape Brenham (979) 277-8806 Matthew McKinley McKinley Show Pigs Conroe (936) 203-4258 Megan & David Hoyt Twisted H Showpigs Silsbee (409) 781-0954 Morgan & Shelby Wagner Wagner Family Genetics Poteet (830) 480-8028 Rick Whitman RW Genetics Anderson (512) 540-1490

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Scott Heffernan Heffernan Genetics Poteet (830) 570-7540 Trent Corkran BC Showpigs Pleasanton (830) 560-0691 Walt Fehrle KMW Show Pigs Burton (281) 682-6868 Austin Feltner Bedias (936) 223-6338 Thomas Kaminski Kaminski Show Pigs Needville (979) 709-2233

South Texas Bromli Watson Watson Livestock Cuero (361) 275-4151 Caleb Waggoner Gonzales (830) 832-2728 Chad, Carly, Harper, Yancey & Briar Parson P5 Show Swine Devine (210) 219-2241

David Solomon Pigs From 662 Devine (210) 232-5260 Drew Hubert Drew Hubert Show Pigs Riviera (361) 296-4530 Elroy Alex III Frozen Genetics Showpigs Victoria (361) 655-8084 Gary Franz Franz Show Pigs Inez (361) 935-6428 Jamey Nixon Nixon Farms Woodsboro (361) 649-6712 Jasmine Duve Atascosa (512) 293-3953 Javier Garza G5 Showpigs Raymondville (956) 532-4297 Jay Longino ML4 Showpigs Cotulla

Jeremy Rounsavall Rounsavall Show Pigs Robstown (903) 641-2055

Ron Clark Clark Genetics Odem (361) 765-9126

Jimmy & Cassidy Hayes HF Genetics Port Lavaca (361) 920-1015

Samantha Barber Barber Hog Farm Devine (830) 741-0300

Josh Powell Powell Livestock Jourdanton (830) 214-4138

Scot Sullivan S&W Swine Productions Robstown (361) 960-6725

Kotton West KMAX Livestock Taft (361) 877-5369

Thomas & Rhonda Burell Triple Burell Showpigs D’hanis (210) 216-8656

Kristen Tyk Tyk Agros D’hanis (210) 422-4690

Timbo, Michelle, Tatum & Grace Tatsch Tatsch Livestock Yancey (832) 385-6071

Leo Canales C & P Livestock Odem (361) 877-2640 Leodoro Martinez ML4 Showpigs Cotulla (830) 457-4702 Modesto Gonzalez Jolly Roger Show Pigs Mission (956) 905-5738 Noe Santana Santana Genetics Alamo (956) 685-9403 RJ Martinez South Bound Genetics Edinburg (956) 533-6022

Trent & Jami Watson Watson Livestock Cuero (361) 275-4151 Trevor Pichotta George West (936) 524-0805 Tristen Cruz Los Fresnos (956) 238-0467 Tanner Hoskins Victoria (361)571-1418 Jason Mendez Sebastian (956) 245-2572

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