Pigs
Should feed pans that are not attached to your pen be left in over night?
no
True or False: You should have friends in the barn while you are on barn duty
FALSE
If your hog is acting "off" what should you do?
Illness, limp, breathing funny etc.
Tell your parents and 4-H leaders
What should you do if your pigs ear tag falls out?
Tell your parent and 4-H leader
What is the name of a school supply that hogs are used to make. That kids tend to eat when they are young?
Glue
Two types of pig feed
Showmaker, sunglo, Purina, Mormans
How often do you need to give your hog fresh water.
1-2 times a day
If you intend to sell at the fair you must attend and or pass what class (meeting)?
Quality Assurance Training
How often should you work with your hog?
A minimum of 1 hour a day
What are three things that pigs are used for?
Meet, Crayons, glue, insulin, weed killer, floor wax, chalk, antifreeze, Cosmetics
True or False: Most pigs go to buy back after the auction is over
True
How many pounds of feed do you need to feed your hog to gain 1lb of body weight?
3lbs of feed = 1 lb. of body weight
What is the minimum weight that your pig has to be for it to be eligible to sell?
220LB
What is the gestation period of a female pig?
3 months, 3 weeks, 3 days
Name a few breeds that are acceptable to show at the Lake County Fair.
Hampshire, Duroc, Spot, Berks, Yorkshire
What are your duties while on barn duty.
Talk with community members while walking thru the barn, keeping aisles clean, acting appropriately, caring for ALL hogs in your club, being respectful and responsible.
What helps you stand out while in the show ring.
Confidence, eye contact, attentiveness to detail, hog control.
If you get white ribboned at fair, can you sell your market animal? What is one reason you could get a white ribbon?
No, if you get a white ribbon, you cannot sell your hog.