Pig Breeds
What pig breed is white all over with pointy (erect) ears?
Yorkshire
True or false: Pigs sweat a lot
False, pigs don't sweat at all
What is a baby pig called?
Piglet
How should you position yourself and your pig in relation to the judge?
What is a good deworming medication?
(2 answers possible)
Safeguard or Ivermectin
What pig breed is brown or red all over with floppy (down) ears?
Duroc
What is the number one ingredient found in almost all pig feeds?
Corn
What is a female pig that has not had piglets called?
Gilt
What do you wear during showmanship? Describe each part
Hint: Whites
4H: White pants, White shirt, Hat, Tie or Scarf, Close toed shoes
FFA: White pants, FFA jacket, Tie or Scarf, Close toes shoes
How often should I deworm my pig?
Every 6-8 weeks or once a month
Which pig is black with an even white belt reaching from the top of their shoulders to underneath their belly, with white hocks on their back feet.
Hampshire
Which state is the number one producer of pigs in the United States?
Iowa
What is a female pig called that has had piglets?
Sow
Besides your pig what should you have in the show ring with you?
Hint: 3 Items
Whip, brush and white wash cloth ( in your pockets)
What mineral are piglets typically deficient in when they are born?
Iron
What pigs has a black body, erect (pointy) ears, white nose and white socks on all 4 feet?
Berkshire
What is the feed to weight conversion ratio (FCR) for pigs?
3 pounds of feed = 1 pound gained
What is a castrated male pig called?
Barrow
If your pig is running in the show ring what should you do?
Walk calmly towards your pig, do not chase it, and continue showing.
What type of digestive system do pigs have?
Monogastric Digestive System
Which pig is white all over with long floppy (down) ears and a long body?
Landrace
What does NSR stand for?
National Swine Registry
What is the gestation period for a sow?
3,3,3
3 Months, 3 weeks and 3 days
What does it mean to get penned?
The judge tells you to grab a pen and you either stay in to be brought out for another round or you are there because your pig is not what they are looking for. Can be good or bad.
What is a withdrawal time and why is it important?
The time that the medication takes to be completely out of the pigs system. This is important for consumption purposes.