Any swine enthusiast knows that Des Moines, Iowa, is the place to be the first week of June. Not only do the Iowa State Fairgrounds serve as a showpig Mecca, with one of the largest and most competitive shows in the country, but all of this is just part of the largest swine trade show in the world. The World Pork Expo is an experience you shouldn’t miss. But, if you’re looking for venues beyond the swine barn, Showpig.com’s team has you covered.
Chances are at some point over this long weekend, you will be firing up the grill for some charbroiled Memorial Day meals. If you’re looking for some scrumptious new pork dishes to try, look no further. We’ve scoured countless recipes to find fun, festive and tasty meals for you to try during your holiday weekend.
It’s graduation time. For some folks, this means gearing up to find their first “real” job. This can be an intimidating time for new graduates. But, if you grew up exhibiting, raising or judging swine, you likely are a step ahead of many of the other applicants. Here’s Showpig.com’s tips for the job hunt.
These days everyone is tied to a smart phone, tablet or computer. With these tools at our fingertips it only makes sense to put them to work. Here are five fun apps that can help swine producers and showmen keep better records, learn about the cuts of meat and even check withdrawal times for a drug they used on their market hogs.
Richmond, Indiana, is the home of the National Swine Registry’s Weanling Pig Extravaganza, and it’s a popular pick-up point for spring pig purchases. If you’re Richmond bound this week be sure to check out some of these great stops, and se out – beyond the barn.
If you’re tired of fast food as you finish out spring sale season and ready yourself for jackpot shows, we have the perfect solution. These pork meals can be prepared ahead of time and served cold. So, pack your cooler with some pork and go show.
Get a little luck o’ the Irish, with these clover-colored showpig supplies. No doubt, your competition will be green with envy when they see your latest purchases.
Belton, Texas, is the home of the Southwest Type Conference (SWTC). It’s long been a favorite swine show stop for barbecue lovers and Midwesterners searching for some Southern sunshine. While there has been a lot of talk about some favorite stops, we decided to try and find some of the obscure, hole-in-the-wall attractions for you to enjoy – with the exception of Schoepf’s, since it is a Belton classic.
Presentation is everything, says Adam Crouch. Whether a show pig is in or outside of the ring, Crouch says it should be kept clean and fresh to give it the appearance of a champion.
When the Oldenberg family arrives at a livestock show, the first thing their travel crew decides is where to set up the kitchen. This decision is as essential as the tack and stalling location for them.
When asked about his best moment showing livestock, Blake Holmes doesn’t have to think twice before he responds.
He was driving his barrow in the grand drive at the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) this past November. The judge selected Holmes’ pig as Grand Champion Market Hog, and, he immediately heard his friend scream with excitement from ringside. Holmes said he will remember that moment forever.
Husband. Father. Grandfather. Professor. Judge. Farmer. Friend.
While Dr. Gene Isler of Delaware, Ohio, wore many hats, it is undeniable that his legacy in the show pig world was one of a pioneer in the boar stud industry.
We're excited to kick off our breeder bio series! Check back regularly for some fun insights on Showpig.com client operations.
Coulson Show Pigs (CSP), in Warwick, Oklahoma has been in business for 33 years. Fred Coulson, Monty Coulson, Evan Green have taken equal stock and partnership in making CSP a success.
