Here's a quick tip of what to get when you purchase your show pigs:
CHECKLIST OF ITEMS TO RECEIVE FROM YOUR BREEDER:
Each show pig should be identified using the universal notching system. The breeder should also provide you with a copy of each show pig’s birth date, their sire and dam’s breeding, along with the stress status of each purchased show pig.
A complete sheet of vaccinations should accompany each show pig. I would strongly encourage the following vaccinations, hopefully your show pig breeder is following a vaccination schedule similar to this:
Each show pig receives an IPD (Iron, Penicillin, Draxin) shot at newborn & 7 days of age. 1 ½ cc per injection.
Each show pig should have been vaccinated for mycoplasmic pneumonia, circovirus, erysipelas, bordetella, rhinitis, and also a shot for flusure/respisure is recommended.
Each show pig should have also been wormed at least once before purchase. It is strongly suggested to reworm your show pig once again at 150 lbs. Please follow appropriate withdrawal times.
It is recommended that the breeder provide you with the feed that the show pigs are currently on. Continuing this feed after purchase for a few days, while blending in the feed that you anticipate on feeding will minimize stress and allow for a smooth transition to the show pig’s new home.
Suggested Medication in feed (will vary per feed/breeder’s discretion: Medi-Flex C, Tylosin, Lincomyocin, etc.
Be sure to get the breeder’s contact information and contact them when you have questions, after all, they should know their show pigs the best! Good luck with your show pig project this year!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Wisconsin Show Pig Association 2009 Sanctioned Shows
Here is a list of the 2009 shows that are being sponsored by the Wisconsin Showpig Association.
May 9 - Dodge-Point Lamb & Pig Extravaganza – Doubleheader
Iowa County Fairgrounds, Mineral Point
Contact: Denny McGraw (608) 935-3307 ext. 4053
Mike Robinson (608) 987-2321
Website: http://showpage.com/dodge_point/index.html
May 16 - Pioneer Showdown Lamb and Hog Double Jackpot
Grant County Fairgrounds, Lancaster
Website: www.pioneershowdown.com
May 24 – The Badger 500
Rock County Fairgrounds, Janesville
Contact:
Jeff Morris, (815)262-8018, jmorr@t6b.com
May 30 - Grand Slam Hog and Lamb Jackpot Show - Doubleheader
Lafayette Co. Fairgrounds, Darlington
Contact: Steva Robinson, 608-732-3929, steva@thenoveldesigns.com
Website: http://www.robinsonclublambs.com/grandslam.html
June 7 - WLBA Spring Preview Show
Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Jefferson
Contact: Jill Alf, 608-868-2505 or wlba@centurytel.net
Website: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/animalscience/youthlivestock/wlba.cfm
Illinois Club Pig Association Show Schedule
For Those of you that are planning on showing pigs in Illinois--here is the ICPA show schedule for 2009:
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Walworth, Racine County Fair Swine Weigh-ins for exhibitors wishing to show pigs
I've had some questions from exhibitors on when their weigh-in was, so I will try and post most of the weigh-ins for Wisconsin as I find them, here are a few:
Walworth County--May 9th, 8-1:00 pm. Location: Walworth County Fairgrounds?
Walworth County--May 9th, 8-1:00 pm. Location: Walworth County Fairgrounds?
Racine County
April 18th-Swine Carcass Weigh-In 10-12 at Racine County Fairgrounds.
May 4th-Swine Ear-Notch Forms Due
Show Pigs Still available for all Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, Iowa, Michigan County and State Fairs!
Thanks to all who have purchased show pigs in the last few weeks!
We still have a tremendous set of January-April born show pigs that will be ready for all county and state fairs throughout the midwest!
We still have a tremendous set of January-April born show pigs that will be ready for all county and state fairs throughout the midwest!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Summer Show Pig Clinics
I have been asked if we are having a summer show pig clinic. At this time, we are not planning one--however if there is enough interest, we will be more than happy to accomodate. Let us know if you have an interest!
Also, keep in mind to attend your meeting requirements this spring and summer. Many counties have these requirements and if you don't attend the minimum, you likely will not be able to sell your show animal(s).
Also, keep in mind to attend your meeting requirements this spring and summer. Many counties have these requirements and if you don't attend the minimum, you likely will not be able to sell your show animal(s).
Friday, March 20, 2009
New Scholarship added for Wisconsin 1st and 2nd year show pig exhibitors
**New Scholarship for 1st and 2nd year exhibitors--check our scholarships page for the application" Saddle & Sirloin Club Offers Funds for Beginning Project Members Wisconsin Ag Connection - 03/16/2009 The University of Wisconsin-Madison Saddle and Sirloin Club is once again offering up to five awards of $100 each to first or second year swine project members. The Swine Project Awards were introduced to help beginning 4-H or FFA members get started in the swine industry. To be eligible, an applicant must be a first or second year swine project member, be between 9-18 years old and a Wisconsin resident. The completed application is due postmarked on or before April 24. The awards may be used for any expenses related to the recipient's swine project including the cost of pigs, feed, supplies, equipment, and facility maintenance. A member of the Saddle and Sirloin Club may contact the winners to monitor the progress of their swine projects. Winners may also be asked to supply a photo of themselves and their pigs for the Saddle & Sirloin Club's Annual Scrapbook. The Saddle and Sirloin Club is comprised of University of Wisconsin-Madison students interested in the livestock industry. The primary activities of the Saddle and Sirloin Club are the Badger Kick-off Classic Steer and Heifer Show, the Badger Bonanza Lamb Show, and the Little International Horse Show. |  |
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