It’s that time of the year. You have spent hours searching, traveling, and bidding on show pigs in the hopes of finding “The One” and now your set is in your barn, and the real fun begins. You want to give your new show projects the best chance to succeed you can. We sat down with Travis Platt of Platt Showpigs to get his top 10 tips on what to do when you get your new show pigs home. Read below to set yourself up for success this show season!

Buying livestock online can be daunting and somewhat overwhelming if it’s not something you have a lot of experience doing. Follow these tips to avoid making these common mistakes and make the best of buying online.

On this month’s edition of #HowTheyWork, we caught up with Ben Bobell, owner and operator of Bobell Farms from Lincoln, Illinois. Ben gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts.

What would the holidays be without the unbeatable combination of family and delectable food? In the spirit of the festive season, we have gathered a scrumptious selection of recipes from the Showpig family to share with you!

Showpig and the National Pork Board (NPB) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to enhance and support the show pig industry. This collaboration focuses on delivering practical resources, educational programs, and advocacy support to producers and exhibitors.

On this month's edition of #HowTheyWork, we caught up with Austin Craig, co-owner and operator of C&C Showpigs from Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Austin gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts.

Buying and selling pigs is always a priority, but we might as well have fun while we’re at it! Attending the Legends and Dreamers Genetic Sale and Summit on November 29, 2023, is the best excuse for a quick getaway to Nashville. Below is a to-do guide while you join us in Music City.

The list of important things to accomplish in the barn seems to be never-ending. Yet, after pig shows came to a halt in the spring of 2020, that list could be considered a privilege; something we GET to do. No one in the show pig community ever wants to see pig shows stop again. One precaution for our industry to add to the to-do list is to: TRACK YOUR PIGS!

In a universe bustling with noise and ceaseless clamoring for attention, crafting a personal brand that not only stands out but harmonizes deeply with your audience has become the holy grail of distinction. Amidst this whirlwind, an Instagram post from a dear friend and loyal customer of Lackey Livestock, described the brand as "MAGNETIC."

Introducing Rose Family Showpigs, Rock Creek, Ohio, to the Showpig.com buying community.

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Levi Stauffer, owner and operator of S&K Showpigs. Levi gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know! Read his interview below.

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Kyle Hicks, owner and operator of TKO Genetics. Kyle gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Jake Gossett, owner and operator of Gossett Genetics. Jake gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Isaak Beaman, owner and operator of Beaman Show Stock. Isaak gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Josh Brockman, owner and operator of Brockman Farms. Josh gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Kyle Knauth, owner and operator of Knauth Showpigs. Kyle gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Jarrett Davis, owner and operator of JD Showpigs. JD gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

On this week's edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Evan Green, owner and operator of Coulson Showpigs. Evan gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

We are excited to announce the addition of three summer interns at The Wendt Group!

Every now and then, the stars align to create a moment and memory of a lifetime. That is exactly what happened for Sage Bearden and her most recent accomplishment. Hard work, persistence, and bit of luck came together in a perfect storm as she was named the Grand Champion Market Barrow at the 2023 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Brice Conover, owner and operator of Conover Showpigs. Brice gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!

Eric and Taylor Robb along with their son, Brock, operate Robb Livestock in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. The Robb’s currently run three Berkshire sows that they farrow twice a year. With so few of numbers, their focus is on quality over quantity.

Reid and Tessa Helgoth started Flying Pig Ranch in Burwell, Nebraska in 2022. The pair takes pride in raising quality hogs and hope to improve the Hereford breed while competing at the highest level. Reid took an interest in the swine industry during his years in 4-H after helping a buddy show at the state fair.

MW Genetics originally started in 2018 by brothers Josh Woolfolk and Randy Meyers in Mexico, Missouri. The pair grew up showing pigs and wanted to be more involved in the show pig scene with local families in their area. A few years back, when Josh’s son, Mason, decided he wante

On this week’s edition of The Inside Scoop, we caught up with Garrit Sproull, owner and operator of G&S Swine. Garrit gives an inside look at his operation and even shares some fun facts that you may not know!