The NSR Office will be closed November 28-29th for Thanksgiving. The Texas and Arizona litter recording deadline is December 1st. Please plan accordingly.
Meet the 2022 NSR Interns
Brittney Barnett, Marketing & Communications Intern
Regan Fringer, Events & Education Intern
Jada Johnson, Field Staff Intern
Where are you from?
BB: Thatcher, Arizona but I also spent summers and a lot of time in Pie Town, New Mexico growing up!
RF: Madera, California
JJ: I am from a small town with a population of 1,100 people called Warren, Indiana.
What are you looking forward to the most about your internship?
BB: I’m most looking forward to getting more involved in the swine industry, making connections and being able to increase my marketing skills in an industry I’m passionate about!
RF: I am looking forward to furthering the relationships with the people I already know, as well as meeting new people from all over the country; especially the NJSA Junior Board and all the members! I am not only excited for these connections, but also looking forward to enhancing my skill set under [ … ]
Meet the Staff
Bailey Craft, Events & Education Manager
What is your favorite aspect of your role with the NSR?
Well, I haven’t really gotten my feet wet yet – but something that I believe will be my favorite aspect is being able to meet new people and create a lot of great relationships through the industry. Our folks in the industry often time becomes family, and that is truly irreplaceable.
What is one thing that makes you excited about your job?
I am super excited to have the chance to work with our youth and see everyone grow and develop professionally overtime. One of the greatest things about working with our youth/interns etc. is seeing how they grow personally and professionally. Knowing one day, these kids will be our peers and run this industry is amazing, and something we should continue to elevate.
What was your involvement in the swine industry before your time [ … ]
Meet the Staff
Shelby Garcia, Duroc Secretary
What is your favorite aspect of your role with the NSR?
I’m not sure yet, but so far, I have enjoyed getting to meet everyone and learn about the pedigree process!
What is one thing that makes you excited about your job?
I’m excited to learn the role and meet all the members!
What was your involvement in the swine industry before your time with the NSR?
I showed swine in 4-H for 10 years. I also used to attend shows and sales with my grandma, Robin.
Please list your spouse and children (fur children included).
Henry (6-month-old Golden Retriever)
Where did you go to college and what was your major?
Purdue University – Animal Sciences
What do you enjoy doing outside of the office?
I enjoy playing golf, tennis, horse-back riding, baking/cooking, and spending time with my dog, Henry.
Where is your favorite place to visit or where is your dream vacation?
My dream vacation [ … ]
Meet the Staff
Jessica Jordan, Hampshire & Landrace Secretary
What is your favorite aspect of your role with the NSR?
My favorite aspect of the role is being able to truly pursue my passion. This role allows me to meet a variety of breeders and really learn the pedigree for each animal.
What is one thing that makes you excited about your job?
Something that makes me excited about being the Hampshire & Landrace Secretary is the opportunities I will have to travel to shows and being able to meet the families and exhibitors!
What was your involvement in the swine industry before your time with the NSR?
I got involved with 4-H when I was 15 years old and that’s when it all started. I chose to do swine because my dad grew up showing hogs. My favorite hog that we had was a Hampshire gilt but I also raised Spots and Chesters. [ … ]
National Junior Summer Spectacular
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judges: Aaron Cobb, Ark., Steve Cobb, Ark. & Grant Norman, Ill.
Champion Overall Purebred Gilt & Champion DurocHadley Hendrickson, Ind. | Breeder: Platt Showpigs, Ind.HIBACHI x JURASSIC
Res. Champion Overall Purebred Gilt & Champion LandraceNalaney Guyer, Ill. | Breeder: Kent Brattain & Family, Ind.TIMINGS RIGHT x ORGANIZED CHAOS
3rd Overall Purebred Gilt & Champion YorkshireMicah Malcolm, Ind. | Breeder: Sam Malcolm & Family, Ind.FIGHT CLUB x PUMPED UP
4th Overall Purebred Gilt & Champion SpotAshtin Guyer, Ill. | Breeder: Lowdermilk Showpigs, Ind.SPEAK UP 58-2 x FULL THROTTLE 63-4
5th Overall Purebred Gilt & Champion ChesterNalaney Guyer, Ill. | Breeder: Bryleigh & Zane Beyers, TexasPERFECT FIT 2-1 x OVERRULED 10-5
National Junior Summer Spectacular
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judges: Aaron Cobb, Ark., Steve Cobb, Ark. & Grant Norman, Ill.
Champion Overall Bred and Owned Purebred Gilt & Ch. YorkshireWillow Beck, Ind.DYNAMITE x BIG PAW
Res. Champion Overall Bred and Owned Purebred Gilt & Res. YorkshireHadley Hendrickson, Ind.KNOCKOUT x HOLLYWOOD
National Junior Summer Spectacular
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judges: Ty Engnell, Ill. & Nick Mauck, Ind.
Champion Overall Purebred Barrow & Champion DurocRiley Wendt, Ohio | Breeder: Platt Show Pigs, Ind.RED EYE x JURASSIC
Res. Champion Overall Purebred Barrow & Champion YorkshireMaya McCoy, Ohio | Breeder: Lorenzen Farms, Ill.BIG STICK x TCG TIMES UP
3rd Overall Purebred Barrow & Champion SpotNoah Hayden, Ind. | Breeder: Ottenwalter Showpigs, Calif.TCG D.W. 15-6 x LOUD MOUTH 14-2
4th Overall Purebred Barrow & Res. Champion YorkshireBrayden Lancaster, Ky. | Breeder: Adam Beck & Family Showpigs, Ind.BIG PAW x LEAPS AND BOUNDS
5th Overall Purebred Barrow & Champion BerkshireBrayden Lancaster, Ky. | Breeder: Heimer Hampshires & Gibson Girls, Mo.MY HOUSE x OUTSIDE THE LINES
NJSS Landrace Barrow Show
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Ty Engnell, Ill.
Champion Overall Landrace Barrow & Class 2 WinnerCara Greiner, Ind. | Breeder: Korb Farms Inc., OhioPLAYING BY THE RULES x HAMMER DOWN
Res. Champion Overall Landrace Barrow & 2nd Class 2 Luke Olson, Ill.| Breeder: Kolton and Knox Knauth, Ill. OVERTIME x CLOCKS TICKING
Third Overall Landrace Barrow & 3rd Class 2Mason Tice, Iowa| Breeder: Small Town Genetics, Calif.TIMINGS RIGHT x HES GOT IT
Fourth Overall Landrace Barrow & Class 1 WinnerHarper Shike, Ill.| Breeder: Kolton and Knox Knauth, Ill.OVERTIME x CLOCKS TICKING
Fifth Overall Landrace Barrow & 2nd Class 1 Colton Poepjoy, Ind.| Breeder: Colton Popejoy, Ind. KORB8 CHANGE OF PACE 7-4 x KTB8 GRUS MAKE EM BELIEVE 20-5
NJSS Chester White Barrow Show
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Ty Engnell, Ill.
Champion Overall Chester White Barrow & Class 2 WinnerBrooke Beyers, Ill. | Breeder: Bryleigh & Zane Beyers, TexasPERFECT FIT 2-1 x OVERRULED 10-5
Res. Champion Overall Chester White Barrow & Class 1 WinnerHunter Logue, Ind. | Breeder: Briggs Yantis, Ill.TAKE COVER 29-3 x MADE TO ORDER 36-2
Third Overall Chester White Barrow & 2nd Class 1Maddox Thompson, Ind.| Breeder: Team Sloan, Mo.BOX OFFICE 89-2 x HILL JACK IN THE BOX 26-3
Fourth Overall Chester White Barrow & 2nd Class 2Ryan Murphy, Ill.| Breeder: Adam Gradert, Ill.BOX OFFICE 89-2 x HILL JACK IN THE BOX 26-3
Fifth Overall Chester White Barrow & 3rd Class 2Sara Smoot, Ind.| Breeder: Briggs Yantis, Ill.MADE TO ORDER 36-2 x FIRST TAKE 12-1
NJSS Tamworth Barrow Show
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Ty Engnell, Ill.
Champion Overall Tamworth Barrow & Class 1 WinnerClay Smith, Ga. | Breeder: Maci Scher, Ind.MCSEXY 1-8 x GUESS WHAT 12-2
Res. Champion Overall Tamworth Barrow & 2nd Class 1 Rachel Grimes, Mo. | Breeder: Tegan Walker, Ind.ZAVIER 23-5 x PBG GUESS WHAT 12-2
Third Overall Tamworth Barrow & 3rd Class 1Jadyn Sanford, Miss.| Breeder: Maci Scher, Ind. SLING SHOT 92-4 x ZOO ANIMAL 8-7
Fourth Overall Tamworth Barrow & 4th Class 1Aaron Ernst, Mich. | Breeder: Brandon Ogle, Ill.SLING SHOT 92-4 x ZOO ANIMAL 8-7
Fifth Overall Tamworth Barrow & 5th Class 1Landon Barr, Ind.| Breeder: Corya Family, Ind. SLING SHOT 92-4 x ZOO ANIMAL 8-7
