Junior Swine Producer Day
K-State Junior Swine Producer Day is scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2023, in Weber Arena on the K-State campus in Manhattan. This one-day educational event is devoted to the selection and management of youth swine projects. All ages and knowledge levels are invited! K-State faculty members, graduate students and guest speakers will cover topics including selection, meat science, ear notching, breeds, reproduction, equipment and daily care, herd health, nutrition, clipping and show day prep, and showmanship.
An optional instructor-led YQCA session will be offered at the conclusion of the program. Those who indicate during the registration process they are interested in staying for the YQCA training will receive further details as the event approaches. A session over the state livestock nomination process will also be provided at the end of the day, concurrently with the YQCA training.
The cost for junior swine producer day is $20 per person, if registration is submitted by February 15, 2023, or $25 per person after that date. All attendees, including youth and parents/adults, must register. Only participants who register by February 15 will receive a t-shirt. Families may register online at http://bit.ly/ksuasiregister. For more information, contact Lexie Hayes at adhayes@ksu.edu or 785-532-1264, or Joel DeRouchey at jderouch@ksu.edu or 785-532-2280.
