Starke County Youth Swine Organization

04/12/2026

We will be at the fairgrounds this Sunday, April 12th at 1:00 PM to clean the arena and work with Anna on her pigs.

All exhibitors are welcome to bring their pigs and take advantage of the opportunity to practice showmanship.

We will also be available to answer any questions regarding the upcoming open show. So even if you do not want to bring your pigs out, feel free to stop by.

Banners and buckles are currently being shipped—let’s keep these awards in the county. *well over $3000 in prizes going out! Rumors of prizes reaching $5000.

Please remember to visit Jakes Feed & Garden for your show supply needs.

Feel free to invite other 4-H swine members to this group and encourage them to join us at the fairgrounds this Sunday.

01/16/2026

Couple big things happening this summer!

-One is the open show that I'm hosting this May.
-Second is Starke County 4-H will be a breed show this year.

I will be putting together teams of people that would like to volunteer for the open show very soon. Grounds help, arena help, registration/show table, and other departments.

4-H breed show- Right now is the time to plan on what Pigs you plan to exhibit at the fair. The top Pig from each breed (11 breeds) will compete for the grand champion. The second place from each breed, will be brought in consecutively to compete for second through fifth place.

*Berkshire, Chester White, Duroc, Hampshire, Hereford, Landrace, Poland China, Spots, Tamworth, Yorkshire, and Crossbred.

Again- Look at the rules and start planning now.

10/17/2025

Club* call out!
I'm using "club" lightly...

-The fairboard has approved the use pf their fairgrounds Sunday, May 17th 2026.
-I have secured a judge for that date as well!
(This is one to get excited about! )

Im loosly scheduling a meeting for anyone interested next weekend. October 24, 25, or 26th. The main focus of this first meeting will be fundraising for the open show.

Feel free to call me with questions or suggestions. 574- 806- 9366

09/08/2025

🌟 Community Interest Check – Open Jackpot Swine Show 🌟

We are exploring the idea of hosting an Open Jackpot Swine Show here in Starke County next spring as a fundraiser to support improvements to our swine barn. The event would likely be held in early to mid-May and feature a one-day show (possibly a double down format).

💰 Payouts & Prizes – including banners, buckles, and more!
🐖 Purpose – all proceeds would go directly toward projects and updates for the swine barn, benefiting youth and families in our community.

We’d love to hear from local families, exhibitors, and supporters:
👉 Would you be interested in attending or participating?
👉 What would you like to see in this type of event?
👉 Would you be willing to help on show day?

09/04/2025

08/02/2025

Congrats to Anna Lawrence on her successful IJSC season!

-Reserve champion Overall Exhibitor
-Grand Champion Overall gilt
-Grand Champion Spotted Gilt
-Fourth Place Tamworth Gilt
-Third Place Intermediate Showman

-----

Congrats to all the showmanship contestants today, and good luck in the barrow show this weekend!!!