When Hans Langseth died in 1927 in Kensett, Iowa, he asked his children to have his beard cut off and stored for posterity. His son obliged and the beard was buried away in an attic for decades before Langseth’s son Russell donated it to the Smithsonian in 1967.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, his beard is the longest beard in the world at an amazing 17 feet, 6 inches long.
Now we don’t expect your beard to top that, but if you think you have what it takes to be named one of the best beards in the pork industry (or you’re just a good sport), send in your photo nominations before Dec. 3 to jshike@farmjournal.com.
2020 Best Mustache in the Pork Industry: Bryant Steigelman
In 2020, we added a mustache category for fun. If your beard is looking scraggly, but you can pull off a stylish stache, don’t miss your chance!
A panel of “expert” judges will evaluate the entries, complete with colorful commentary. We’ll contact you if you make the cut and report back with the winning beards and mustaches of the pork industry.
2020 Second Best Beard in the Pork Industry: Trey Kilpatrick
It’s Not Too Late to Grow Your Beard
Don’t have a beard or mustache started yet? Now’s the time! Join in the conversation and increase knowledge about #NoShaveNovember that strives to raise money to fight cancer and #Movember that spreads awareness about prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
Check out the 2020 beard winners here.
Check out the 2020 mustache winners here.
Check out the 2019 beard winners here.
