“Everything is bigger in Texas,” and that includes livestock shows. There’s no better time for youth involved in livestock projects than January through March when Texas major livestock show season takes place. Rich in history and offering opportunities for the youth, young people in the Lonestar State have the opportunity to shine in the show […]
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Sure Champ® Offers Show Cattle Supplements
2025. A new year means a new chance to set goals, work hard and prep to win. New show strings of cattle are hitting the road to winter jackpots and national shows like National Western. Meanwhile some might be reaching their endpoints at National Western and the Texas majors. Regardless of whether you are getting […]
Sure Champ® Offers Livestock Showmanship Tips for Success
Every once in a while, there is a bond that is so strong that it can only exist between exhibitor and animal. But that bond takes time together, hours of practice and patience. Once that bond is created, the duo can be a force to be reckoned with in a livestock showmanship competition. Livestock showmanship […]
Setting Goals, Working Hard Are Integral Parts of Livestock Showing
For many, livestock showing is a way of life. For others, it is a hobby. For some, showing livestock is like a sport—a competition that they can’t get out of their blood. No matter why you decide to make livestock showing a part of your lifestyle, there is one thing you should consider. You will […]
How to Show Pigs
Showing livestock of any species is an exciting pastime that builds work ethic and responsibility while creating a lifelong network of friendships. Each animal that you encounter will teach you a lesson in loyalty and patience. At Sure Champ®, we want your experiences to be positive as you prep to win in the ring and […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Showing Livestock
“Showing livestock is more than a hobby. It’s a way of life.” This wooden sign with turquoise lettering hangs on the bedroom of one young exhibitor among her favorite banners, plaques, ribbons and a photograph of her prize goat, Poptart. For 9-year-old Lily, there is nothing better than showing her pigs and goats, participating in […]
A Guide to Heat Stress in Pigs
There’s nothing as “happy as a pig in mud.” Do you know why those pigs in the mud are so happy? It’s because they are cooling down! However, it’s fairly unlikely that you will find too many show pigs in mud. And that can be a serious issue. Heat stress is a big deal. In […]