LUBBOCK, TEXAS – The Screwworm Coalition of Texas, a coalition of 13 Texas landowner, livestock, equine and wildlife groups, today launched a new website to deliver reliable information about the New World screwworm. The site compiles information from lead agencies, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS), Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and Texas …
Written by Cash Martin, TPPA Intern LUBBOCK, TX – Twenty-four high school students from across Texas gathered in Lubbock to depart and participate in the 2025 Texas Pork Leadership Camp (TPLC) from July 21-25. This camp is a one-of-a-kind educational experience hosted by the Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA). Held every other year, the intensive five-day program is designed to …
Addison Shook – Seminole, Texas Addison Shook, from Seminole, Texas, is the daughter of Weldon & Angila Shook. She will be starting her next chapter at Texas Tech University, studying both nursing and human sciences. Addison already has two associate degrees under her belt, those being her Associate of Science and Associate of Arts degrees from New Mexico Junior College. …
LUBBOCK, TEXAS June 15, 2025 — The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) hosted its first-ever Texas Pork Youth Retreat June 12-15. Drawing youth from across the state to Lubbock, Texas, the weekend was packed with leadership development, pork industry education, and hands-on experiences in swine science. The inaugural retreat welcomed campers to the Texas Tech University campus, where they …
LUBBOCK, TEXAS June 14, 2025 – The Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) recognized outstanding breeders, exhibitors, and industry partners at its annual awards banquet. This event serves as the culmination of another successful year in the Texas swine industry, honoring those who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, skill, and passion. Breeders, exhibitors, and their families gathered from across the state to …
Written by Kinsey Gardner, TPPA Summer Intern LUBBOCK, TEXAS June 6, 2025 – Texas Pork Producers Association (TPPA) supported the passage of Senate Bill No. 1948 on May 22nd, which states that Texas legislation will not adopt the Fire Code 2025 Edition portion that advises all production agriculture nonresidential buildings to uphold a sprinkler system. In 2024, the National Fire …
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 …
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 …