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Accumulative litter recordings for the National Swine Registry in 2010 were up over 2009 totals, the National Swine Registry announced today.
Darrell Anderson, NSR CEO, says, “This improvement halts a trend of slight decreases over the past several years, and is a positive sign for the purebred swine industry and our member-based organization.”
A total of 27,712 litters were recorded for the four breeds of Duroc, Hampshire, Landrace and Yorkshire in 2010, with Duroc and Landrace litter registrations accounting for the boost. Both were up significantly, with Landrace recordings reflecting a 10 percent increase over 2009. Although down slightly compared to 2009, the Yorkshire breed still remains number one in total recordings with 11,846 litters cataloged in 2010. Yorkshire registrations have shown tenacity over time – dropping by only 522 litters compared to 1999 registrations.
Total litter recordings for all eight breeds in the National Association of Swine Records, which include the NSR [ … ]
An NJSA Skillathon volunteer guides members through the contest at the 2010 NJSS.
Attention NJSA parents and volunteers! We are still looking for helpers to facilitate the NJSA Skillathon contest at the 2011 Southeast Regional in Perry, Ga., on Saturday, Jan. 22.
Volunteers in the NJSA Skillathon are critical to create a successful experience for NJSA members competing in this educational contest. Skillathon volunteers oversee one of the four stations in the Novice, Junior, Intermediate, or Senior divisions of the competition. They moderate the flow of members through the contest and score answers, but moreover, volunteers serve to reassure competitors, provide assistance if needed without giving the answer, and encourage the members who are participating. Being a skillathon facilitator is very easy, and rewarding — all it takes is a donation of your time!
Each volunteer will be provided a full set of instructions, along with an answer key to their station. [ … ]
2011 Silent Auction challenge! RU in?Sssshhhhhh …
Did you know the silent auction has long been an important aspect of all NJSA regional shows, providing financial support for members and a fun chance to purchase some great deals!
It is up to YOU to continue this tradition of support for NJSA! In 2011, the NJSA challenges EACH FAMILY to contribute ONE ITEM to the silent auction — be it your favorite barn item, a bit of bling or vintage swine memorabilia. Take part in creating a fabulous “shopping mall” at the NJSA Southeast Regional — and support the future of NJSA at the same time!
Be as wild, creative and fun as you can, but make sure your item is something someone else sees as useful too! Items donated in the past include jewelry, grill sets, cookie jars, farm décor, feed, gift certificates, photos, vintage farm regalia, university apparel, and more.
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NSR announces Anderson to retire as CEO
Swine registry opens call for applications
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jan. 3, 2011
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The National Swine Registry today announced the planned retirement of NSR CEO Darrell Anderson, effective at the end of 2011, following a one-year search and transition process for a new executive. A call for applications for the position has been opened by the NSR Executive Committee, with applications due Feb. 18.
Willard Olson of Manhattan, Kan., chairman of the NSR Executive Committee, says, “This is a very significant time for the National Swine Registry – Darrell has been a tremendous leader in our industry for the past 24 years, and can be credited with the merger and creation of the National Swine Registry itself. His dedication to the purebred swine business is unsurpassed, and even as we look forward to the future, we recognize his presence at this organization will be [ … ]
Congratulations to the January 2011 NJSA Youth Spotlights!
Caitlyn Bowyer – Sumner, Ill.Blake Davis – Paragould, Ark.Cassidy Hayes – Port Lavaca, TexasMacy Marek – Riverside, IowaRead their bios and view their photos here.
Each month, four of our outstanding NJSA members are featured in the NJSA Youth Spotlight – an online-only feature available at www.nationalswine.com that includes photos and short profiles.
Check out the Youth Spotlights – see if any of your friends are online, or get to know a little bit more about people you may one day show with and meet! To request an application to be featured in the NJSA Youth Spotlight, email Sarah Schwab at sarah@nationalswine.com.
Become a “Master of the ShowRing” at the Showmaster® show camp series!
Come learn with showring experts as they cover daily care and management, selection, showmanship, feeding, clipping and fitting of show swine and cattle at two “Master of the Showring,” show camps, sponsored by Showmaster Feeds.
The first camp will be Feb. 5 in Kewanee, Ill., at the Blackhawk Community College Animal Science Pavilion. Industry leaders Dan Hoge, Mark Hoge, Brian Arnold, A.J. Lewis, Tyler Winegardner, Jason Hirschfeld and Kim Lewis will be presenting. Registration for swine camp begins at 8 a.m., and cattle camp registration begins at noon, with lunch provided.
The second camp will be April 2 at Real McCoy Genetics in Bloomingburg, Ohio. Industry experts Mike McCoy, Jim McCoy, Ben Bobell and Jason Hirschfeld will be presenting. This camp will include a tour of Real McCoy Genetics’ boar stud and show pig operation, as well as a special [ … ]
The National Swine Registry congratulates U.S. swine producers upon the announcement that 92 percent of all U.S. swine premises now have a nationally standardized premises identification number, as revealed yesterday by the National Pork Board. This milestone figure, calculated by the Pork Checkoff using USDA data, represents 65,907 premises. Nearly half of these farms were registered over the last three years in conjunction with a cooperative agreement between the pork industry and USDA.
Premise identification is a crucial component of all NSR activities. Participation in any NSR show or National Junior Swine Association show requires proof of a premise ID number, and Mike Paul, NSR vice president of operations, serves on the Swine ID Implementation Task Force, which consists of producers from all size of farms and representatives of packers, the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, the National Swine Registry and state premises ID coordinators.
“Participation from NSR members demonstrates that our swine [ … ]
Entries are due this Friday, Dec. 17, for the NSR Winter Type Conference and the NJSA Southeast Regional. New this year — enter online for both shows (payment by credit card only) at:
NSR Winter Type Conference online entry
NJSA Southeast Regional online entry
For mailed entries, entry forms can be downloaded and printed off via the following links above, and are also available in the October issue of Seedstock EDGE for the Winter Type Conference, and in the Fall issue of “The Pinnacle” for the Southeast Regional.
Remember, the NSR has a new mailing address:
National Swine Registry2639 Yeager RoadWest Lafayette, IN 47906
NSR JOB POSTING:
National Swine Registry Assistant Editor
Job Summary The primary duties of the assistant editor are to write articles and compile magazine content, facilitate advertising and billing, and coordinate printing for Seedstock EDGE and other print projects. Seedstock EDGE is the official publication of the National Swine Registry, located in West Lafayette, Ind. Published nine times a year, Seedstock EDGE is the leading magazine of the purebred swine industry, and features news on swine shows and sales, member profiles and production news. The assistant editor also serves as editor of “The Pinnacle,” the official newsletter of the National Junior Swine Association, and works on other communications projects as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
Seedstock EDGE
Write feature articles, member profiles and news stories
Compile information, edit and complete layouts for various sections of the magazine
Work with Creative Director and NSR Field Representatives to facilitate advertisement creation for clients
Facilitate mailing lists, contract advertisers
Help Director of [ … ]
Iowa Pork Congress set for Jan. 26, 27 Pork – Industry News
The 2011 Iowa Pork Congress will be held Jan. 26 and 27, in Des Moines’ Hy-Vee Hall at the Iowa Events Center, as well as the Polk County Convention Complex. Pork Congress hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 26 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 27.
The Iowa Pork Foundation’s annual Kickoff Reception and Auction will be held at Hy-Vee Hall Jan. 25 and the IPPA Youth Swine Judging contest will be held at the county convention complex Jan. 27.
Read more on Porkmag.com