On February 8th, 14 high school seniors each received a $1,000 Certified Texas Bred Registry “Scholars of Honor” scholarship at the Gilts of Distinction sale in Kerrville. The program’s inaugural year was 2025. The “Scholars of Honor” program was established in 2024 to recognize exhibitors who participated in the Certified Texas Bred program and have had success with their Texas-bred …
by Natalie McDaniel – NPB Nutrition Intern (Texas Tech University) Howdy Texans! Raising show pigs for excellence isn’t just about winning ribbons—it’s about producing high-quality pork that stands as a nutritious protein source for consumers. As showmen in the ring, it can be a challenge to translate the power of fresh, lean pork as part of a delicious, balanced diet …
The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is celebrating National Pork Month (October) by honoring the past and present of the state’s pork industry. Established in 1889, TPPA is a historical pillar and a dynamic force in Texas’s agricultural landscape. Since its inception, TPPA has strived to serve the best interests of those involved in the pork industry by implementing programs …
Members of the Texas Pork Producers Association board of directors, junior ambassadors, and staff traveled to Washington, D.C. for the National Pork Producers Council’s (NPPC) Fall Legislative Action Conference. Texas was one of the 23 states represented in D.C. during the event held from from September 10-12. While in the nation’s capital, members advocated for pressing issues currently facing the …
Real Pork Scholars is a National Pork Board’s two-year, prestigious program identifying outstanding students engaging in value-added experiences while conducting academic work to positively advance U.S. pork production and empower emerging leaders to educate various audiences about the industry. Congratulations to these students with ties to Texas: Rachel Self, a graduate student studying production and monogastric nutrition at the University …
The pork industry in Texas is a vital component of the state’s agricultural economy, contributing significantly to overall economic activity. In 2023, hog marketings generated $360.44 million in gross cash receipts, illustrating only a fraction of the total economic influence of the pork sector. Beyond direct sales, the industry supports a range of jobs and earnings, playing a crucial role …
The Texas Pork Industry Conference was held in San Marcos, Texas, from May 17 to 18. Members and youth participated in educational seminars and networking sessions and then celebrated the achievements of fellow members and industry partners. On the evening of Friday, May 17, the second Certified Texas Best Genetic Offering kickstarted the weekend off to a great start. With …
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 over 1 million pigs involved in the show industry in our country, we all …
By Riley Reep The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) is excited to announce Showpig.com as the 2024-2025 Title Sponsor of the Certified Texas Bred Registry (CTBR). “The Showpig.com team couldn’t be more excited to partner with TPPA as the CTBR Title Sponsor for the next couple of years. Our admiration for the Texas junior livestock programs runs deep as what they …
By Cambry Cline, TPPA Summer Intern While the Lubbock summer heat swelters outside the conference center, national and Texas pork industry leaders gather for a series of educational sessions and networking opportunities. With notepads out and the first cup of coffee finished, producers quiet their conversations as Dr. Brett Kaysen begins to present the answer to the question: Why Texas? …