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? …