LUBBOCK, Texas — The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is excited to announce the hiring of Laura Jimenez as its new Consumer Marketing Specialist. In this role, Jimenez will lead consumer-focused marketing initiatives designed to increase pork demand, strengthen related industry partnerships, and enhance the visibility of Texas pork across the state. Jimenez brings a diverse background in agricultural communications, …
Written by Cash Martin, TPPA Intern Summer can be one of the most challenging times of year for raising and exhibiting pigs. Hot temperatures, humidity, nutrition concerns, transportation stress, and maintaining overall health all play a role in keeping pigs comfortable and performing at their best. While heat stress is an important concern, successful summer swine management also depends on …
The Texas Pork Producers Association is honored to introduce the 2026-2028 Texas Pork Junior Ambassador team! We look forward to seeing what they accomplish over the next two years. Colton Gober Colton Gober is a graduating senior from Haskell, Texas, who plans to attend Texas Tech University and major in animal science. During his high school years, he was heavily …
The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) announces the recipients of the 2026 industry awards, recognizing outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing the pork industry across the state. Each year, TPPA honors individuals and operations that demonstrate excellence in production, advocacy, youth mentorship, and consumer engagement. 2026 Award Recipients Dr. David Frazier of Stephenville, Texas, is receiving the Industry Service …
The Certified Texas Bred Registry (CTBR) Program, an initiative of the Texas Pork Producers Association, proudly announces that the program has awarded $58,500 in scholarships to outstanding graduating seniors in 2026. This investment signifies the association’s commitment to supporting the next generation of swine industry leaders. The scholarships are distributed through three key programs: CTBR Foundation Female Scholarship and Grant: …
LUBBOCK, TEXAS — The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is proud to launch the ChopTalk Advocate Academy, a dynamic youth advocacy program designed to equip emerging leaders with the skills, confidence, and real-world experience needed to communicate the story of the Texas pork industry to consumers across the state. The ChopTalk Advocate Academy recognizes the passion and authenticity that Texas youth who …
In an industry filled with opportunity, possibly one of the greatest is to have the chance to create long-lasting memories with those that we hold close. For Jarrot and Dwight Foote, raising show pigs together created the foundation to find value in something far greater than they imagined. “The biggest reason we started raising pigs is because it gave us …
Young livestock exhibitors often learn hard work, responsibility, and creativity in the barn. For three students, those lessons turned into businesses aimed at helping other showmen and spreading a message they believe in. Kamlynn Mason, Weston Lackey, and Archer Albracht each started ventures tied to the show industry: 2nd Gear Show Brushes, Light in the Barn, and Stinger Show Sticks. …
LUBBOCK, Texas — Leaders from across the Texas swine industry met in Austin, Texas, from December 3–4 for the Texas Exhibition Swine Traceability (TEST) Summit, a two-day event designed to strengthen the state’s readiness in the event of a Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreak. In partnership with the Pork Checkoff and Texas AgriLife Extension, the Texas Pork Producers Association brought …
Written by Cash Martin, TPPA Intern The story of the Texas pork industry is built on many generations who have dedicated their lives to their farms and strengthening the foundation of agriculture for decades. From legacy producers to the young producers stepping into leadership roles today, each generation has carried forward a shared commitment to hard work, innovation, and integrity. …
The 2025 State Fair of Texas, held from Sept. 28 to Oct. 2, was an incredible start for the Certified Texas Bred Registry (CTBR) season, with exhibitors earning the Grand and Reserve Grand Champion honors, along with four (4) breed and three (3) reserve breed champions. Grand Champion Barrow | Weston Lackey Weston Lackey of Haskell FFA exhibited the Grand …
Written by Cash Martin, TPPA Intern As an exhibitor, you can play a huge role in the pork industry. Just as you take each step to ensure your show pig remains healthy, you share the responsibility of making sure all pigs, show pig or not, stay in the best of health. With jackpot season among us and thousands of pigs …