Myth Busters: Uncover the truth behind buying pigs online
Thursday, October 29, 2020
#bidbuyshowwin Buyer Helpful Resources & Blog Posts Buying Tips Education
Buying pigs online can be scary, uncover the truth about what you should do as a buyer.
Buying Tips
Tipster Tuesday :: Ask Before You Buy
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Buyer Helpful Resources & Blog Posts Buying Tips
Although showpig breeders are often swamped during sale season, they want their potential buyers to ask the right questions. Not only do these inquiries help build rapport between breeders and feeders, but they also allow both buyer and seller to be on the same page regarding needs and expectations.
Showpig.com chatted with Mike McCoy of Real McCoy Genetics to see what questions he wishes his buyers would ask.
The Exposition Feature :: Kelsey Klitzman
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
#bidbuyshowwin Buying Tips Sales and Shows Showpig News
We sat down with one of the many winners from The 2019 Exposition, Kelsey Klitzman, to learn a little more about her show ring success with hogs she purchased here on Showpig.com! Congratulations to no only Kelsey, but Stohlquist Show Pigs on raising both of these champion barrows!
Sale Savvy :: Make the Most of Marketing
Friday, September 1, 2017
Having a successful sale requires more than simply booking the date. Marketing and promotions are still key to marketing livestock whether they’re selling online or in-person. This week, Kim West of KWest Communications, LLC, tells us how to make the most of your sales marketing.
The Tipster :: Puchases with Pedigrees
Friday, April 14, 2017
Buying Tips Education Showpig News
Purchasing pedigreed showpigs has some perks of special classes and sometimes sponsored breed prizes, but this comes with a little paperwork. National Swine Registry’s Eastern Field Representative Blaine Evans offers his tips and tricks to make sure your pedigreed paperwork will be perfect for show day.
What’s Your Max Bid?
Monday, November 16, 2015
Though the bidding is silent during an online auction, there is a constant roar of excitement on screens each evening across the country. And, though a bidder can’t see their competition during on online sale, there is a way to control and conserve your bid, specifically with the maximum bid feature.
Baby Pig Selection
Monday, November 2, 2015
Sorting through hundreds of prospect photos online can be incredibly overwhelming and might leave you feeling more confused than excited. Each seller has a different approach to getting pigs ready for sale, which translates to some pigs that are already bloomy and look ready for the show ring, while others are still very green and natural in their appearance. Ryan Sites gives some insight on how to break them down, so that no matter which look you prefer in a baby pig, you can set yourself up for the best outcome on show day.
Get to Know the Seller Behind the Screen
Monday, September 14, 2015
Purchasing hogs online is a bigger undertaking than purchasing, say, a pair of boots online. You can’t box a barrow back up and send it back like other online purchases. It is a long-term commitment, whether you are an exhibitor, an ag teacher buying for students, or a parent buying for young exhibitors.
Sire Selection: Begin with Good Sows and Be Picky
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
There are plenty of choices regarding breeding decisions but one in particular is, “what direction will this sire take me?” Whether a hog breeder is just beginning or has invested a lot of time and money into building their sow herd, the choice of which sire to use can be a big one.
Creating Confidence in Bred Female Purchases
Monday, June 22, 2015
Purchasing livestock can sometimes feel like a true gamble. A bred female can create some piece of mind when adding breeding pieces to your herd. She’s not only bred and can offer a quick return on investment, but you have the opportunity to purchase a female bred to an appealing sire and due to farrow at an ideal time for your market.
Katey’s Tip : Follow-Up Customer Service
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Business Buying Tips Sales and Shows
Service after the sale...
That's a common phrase, but still something that pig breeders and sellers need to remember after each sale! Below is a list of Katey's Tips to keep in mind after each online sale.