The Pennsylvania Farm Show has a long-standing tradition of highlighting the best in all of Pennsylvania agriculture. The 107th edition of the annual show drew in more than 500,000 visitors and truly encapsulated how Pennsylvania is a hub for food, fiber and fuel, exemplifying the “Rooted in Progress” theme, the PA Pork Producers Council (PPPC) said in a release.
PPPC showcased pork production to visitors from across the state. One highlight was on the PA Preferred Culinary Connection stage. Chef Will Shaw, Chef De Cuisine from the Hershey Entertainment & Resort Company was crowned the winner of the Best Pork Chop competition. The culinary stage was packed with pork dishes and pork fans for the duration of the day, the release said.
In the Giant Expo Hall, visitors got to see modern pig production with a sow and litter on display. The piglets, who were just 4 days old at the opening of the show captured a lot of attention from visitors to the show.
In addition, PPPC promoted the many career opportunities in pork production. From on-farm labor to veterinarians and from truck drivers to plant employees, PPPC helped show there’s a place for any interest in the pork supply chain.
Young PA Farm Show attendees learned about the lifecycle of a market pig from a newly created short-story film as well as the products used in daily life from pork production, the release said.
PPPC took an interest in the next generation by investing in the youth swine exhibitors through a “swag” bag filled with an engraved show brush, laundry bag, PPPC hat and snacks for the 4-H and FFA Market Hog show.
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