The Certified Texas Bred Registry (CTBR) Program, an initiative of the Texas Pork Producers Association, proudly announces the awarding of $37,500 in scholarships to outstanding Texas youth in 2025. This significant investment underscores CTBR’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: Funded by …
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 …
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 Texas Pork Junior Ambassadors (TPJA) traveled to Washington D.C. and Des Moines, Iowa, from July 24-31 to gain an insight into the pork industry from a national perspective through the 2024 TPJA Industry Tour. Our 10 students from across the state participated in numerous educational sessions, tours, and networking events. Each year, the program takes students on an industry …
The Texas Pork Junior Ambassador Orientation was designed to educate, inspire, and unite the young leaders of the Texas pork industry. Our packed schedule from July 14-19 featured various activities, guest speakers, and hands-on experiences. Day 1: Welcoming and Setting Expectations The week began with “donuts and discussion,” where the first-year junior ambassadors had the opportunity to engage with a …
From right to left: Bryce Borchardt, Harper Parson, Emily Muehlstein, Alyna Garcia Alyna Garcia – Raymondville, Texas Alyna Garcia, from Raymondville, Texas, is the daughter of Roberto and Anadelia Garcia. Alyna says she has a deep appreciation for the swine industry as she grew up raising and exhibiting show pigs. Currently, she is studying a dual degree in animal science …
The Texas Pork Producers Association has dedicated numerous years to advocating, educating, and encouraging Texas youth. With efforts to continue our mission of advancing a sustainable and profitable pork industry, the association was inspired to create a youth program that would generate visible youth leaders for our industry and communities. Thus far, the ambassadors gathered in Lubbock in July 2023 …
By Riley Reep The Texas Pork Producers Association has dedicated numerous years advocating, educating, and encouraging Texas youth. With efforts to continue our mission of advancing a sustainable and profitable pork industry, the association was inspired to create a youth program that would generate visible youth leaders for our industry and communities. Recently, the Texas Pork Producers Association Junior Ambassador …