Heated Vest
This heated vest with battery pack included is made of fill down technology, lightweight, water-resistant materials and has a sleeveless design that allows for unrestricted movement, according to the Ororo website. It’s great for hunting, fishing, hiking, golfing, motorcycle riding and sporting events. It’s also a great gift for family, friends and employees during the holiday season.
Wished for by: Kyle Knauth, Illinois pig farmer and owner of Knauth Showpigs
WeatherTech Mats
A protective mat for your vehicle made from durable, flexible materials that is designed to trap dirt, mud, liquids and debris and is built to withstand extreme temperatures without cracking.
Wished for by: Lori Stevermer, a Minnesota pig farmer and National Pork Producers Council board member
Electric Carcass Cart
The electric powered Hog Hauler allows you to winch deceased animals onto the cart for hassle-free removal, according to the Farmer Boy website. Equipped with 50' of galvanized cable and a 2,000 lb. winch that allows you to extract animals from hard-to-reach places.
Wished for by: Ben Barcovtch, a pig farmer in Pennsylvania and owner of Benny Boy’s
Relaxed Fit Flannel Sherpa-Lined Shirt Jacket
Made for cooler days, this men’s sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket is a versatile layer for cold shops and outdoor work, Carhartt says. The sherpa fleece lining turns up the heat without being bulky or heavy, and a relaxed fit offers extra room to bend and move.
Wished for by: Jarred Black, an Ohio pig farmer and transportation director for Hancock Pork
Ag Gear Cultivator Pant
The Cultivator Pant has everything you need for a hard day’s work. Lightweight, durable and breathable, these stretchy, easy-care, quick-dry pants are farm-tough and super comfortable, according to the Ag-Gear website. Abrasion resistant, performance stretch, stain release and anti-odor fabric allow maxim comfort in and out of the field.
Wished for by: Kyle Knauth
And if all else fails, you can “never go wrong with a good bourbon,” Stevermer says.
WhistlePig Bourbon
This Vermont distilled bourbon is a high corn mash with a dash of rye, and is aged for six years in charred oak barrels. It’s a rich, oaky, bold bourbon with notes of caramel and baking spice, cinnamon and big on oak. The palate is rich with berries, cherry and blackberry that settle with pepper and oak, according to thebourbonconcierge.com. The finish is long, full of vanilla, honey and a hint of tobacco.
Wished for by: Lori Stevermer
