Show Pigs
Show Pigs features stories that reflect the passion, goals and objectives of people in the U.S. who show pigs as a hobby or raise pigs for a living while bringing important industry issues to light.
Years after her story first touched the agriculture industry, a suicide attempt survivor reflects on the reality of long-term healing and the power of uncomfortable conversations.
The new Helical-powered platform centralizes genetic data and predictive tools to enhance breeding accuracy and meat quality.
Check out how digital tools are streamlining show prep while protecting animal health and saving families time this jackpot season.
While we often focus on winning, the true value of livestock judging lies in the character traits and “intangible advantages” that stay with a person long after the final card is turned in.
The story of Landry Mabry’s grand champion barrow is a testament to the power of the livestock community and the heart of the next generation of ag leaders.
Which stories caught the most attention in 2025? Here’s a look back at the top 10 stories on PorkBusiness.com in 2025.
Tags are shipped directly from Merck Animal Health to your premises with no middle steps, ultimately expediting getting tags into producers’ hands and pigs’ ears.
From the fashion world to farm life, Chelsea Schminke Grieder learns Her Mother’s Kidney Transplant Journey Forged Resilience and Leadership at Team Purebred
Nashville singer and songwriter Adam Sanders is one of the final six contestants in CBS’ new series, “The Road.” Here’s a look at the story behind his new release, “Get It If You Did It” co-written with Missouri pig farmer Jesse Heimer.
Indistinguishable from foot-and-mouth disease in pigs, Senecavirus A results in vesicular lesions, says National Pork Board’s Patrick Webb. Here’s why this disease is so important to report immediately to a veterinarian.
About a mile after he passed a car on fire, Chad Rieck noticed smoke rolling out of his trailer. Within a minute or two, his trailer carrying gilts back from Aksarben was on fire.
There’s nothing like a livestock show to bring family and friends together. For these Illinois State Fair exhibitors, that’s a big reason why they devote so much time in the barn.
Although the champion animals often make the reels and headlines, I would argue the most important things happening at shows are less talked about.
With a competitive drive and a compassionate heart, Olivia Shike finds joy in showing livestock, supporting others and serving as an agriculture advocate.
APHIS awarded a contract to Merck Animal Health to supply up to $20 million in tags to sow and exhibition swine industry segments, over the next five years.
StockLink takes aim at the censorship of traditional platforms by offering a space where livestock comes first, says Kaitlyn Hofschulte.
I’m on day 1,247 of the state fair or so it feels today. I’m not sure what day of the week it is or what’s happening in the next hour.
The crowd went wild as a group of bipartisan lawmakers joined up with youth exhibitors for an unforgettable showdown in the swine barn.
National Swine Registry CEO Clay Zwilling opens up about the future of the youth swine shows, how the purebred swine industry is changing and ultimately what that means for producers.
It’s not about PR stunts — this is about building bridges between rural communities and decision-makers, says Cheryl Day, Ohio Pork Council executive vice president.
Kids aren’t the only one learning valuable life lessons at stock shows – parents do, too. Veteran show mom Emily Spray gets real about comparison, navigating disappointment and keeping the big things big.
Fairs provide an invaluable time to engage with the public about agriculture. But watch out for detractors attempting to sway public opinion and protest these events.
DeRouchey says watch for signs of sickness, consult with vet
An Indianapolis-based agricultural cooperative has found a new way to recruit its next generation of employees.
Isabelle Doherty released Bye-Bye Buddy, a book about the sensitive subject of saying goodbye to your show animals, at an in-person event at the Team Purebred National Junior Show.
Is the swine industry investing enough into the next generation of kids who simply love pigs?
Our barns will need managers. Our companies will need innovators. Our industry will need leaders. And they’re out there – right now – waiting for someone to believe in them.