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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. [ … ]
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Summer Type Conference Sale183 Head :: Sale Total $1,132,450 :: Average $6,188
Crossbred Sale Auctioneer: Ron Kreis, Ohio20 Gilts :: 23 Boars :: 43 Total Head :: Sale Total $285,150 :: Avg. $6,631
Harvey Show Stock, Indiana, topped the Summer Type Conference Crossbred Sale. This son of Cruel Intentions sold to Crossroads Genetics, Indiana, for $80,000.CRUEL INTENTIONS x DIRTY LOVIN
Yorkshire Sale Auctioneer: Ron Kreis, Ohio29 Gilts :: 12 Boars :: 41 Total Head :: Sale Total $233,250 :: Avg. $5,689
Blaine Slayton, Indiana, topped the Summer Type Conference Yorkshire Sale. This son of CDAY8 TCG Times Up sold to Crossroads Genetics, Indiana, for $56,000.CDAY8 TCG TIMES UP x DPK8 DYNAMIC 19-3
Yorkshire Premier SireJRS0 JASPER 1-1Premium Blend Genetics, Ind.
Yorkshire Res. Premier SireCDO9 DYNAMITE 83-7 Crossroads Genetics, Ind.
Landrace Sale Auctioneer: Ron Kreis, Ohio5 Gilts :: 3 Boars :: 8 Total Head :: Sale Total $76,000 [ … ]
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Brett Beyers, Ill.
Champion Duroc Boar & Class 1 WinnerJoostberns Showpigs, Mich.NAJO0 HIBACHI 17-1 x NBRP5 HE’S THE ONE 15-6
Res. Champion Duroc Boar & 2nd Class 1 Mohican Valley Genetics, OhioMVGE9 COGBURN 50-5 x HRFD6 OUT WITH A BANG
Champion Duroc Gilt & Class 4 WinnerBrenna Dryer, Ill. | Breeder: Cole & Kyle Webster, Ill.WTBS0 TRUE POWER 14-3 x BOLN9 RIP 6-7
Res. Champion Duroc Gilt & Class 2 WinnerKeaton Woods, Ind. | Breeder: Maxwell Family, Ind.OAB9 WIDE OPEN 8-4 x KTB8 TCG UNFORGETTABLE
Class 2 Duroc Boar WinnerJack Rodibaugh & Sons, Ind. JRSP0 LONE RANGER 28-2 x KCMX8 TCG MAXIMUS 1-8
Class 3 Duroc Boar WinnerJJ Genetics, Ind.LSNB7 BOMB SQUAD 28-6 x OAB7 NEXT CHAPTER 6-4
Class 4 Duroc Boar WinnerMaxwell Family, Ind.NAJO0 HIBACHI 17-1 x NBS8 MASTERMIND 17-3
Class 5 Duroc Boar WinnerMartin Fordice & Family, Ind.BEYE9 BOMB SQUAD 42-3 x NBS8 NECESSARY ROUGHNESS [ … ]
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Justin Rodibaugh, Ind.
Champion Hampshire Boar & Class 3 WinnerPositive Energy Lives, Ind.BAAD9 BLIND DRAW 216-1 x CFLK8 GRUS THE ANSWER
Res. Champion Hampshire Boar & Class 2 WinnerAutrey Show Pigs, Ind.DCM9 MARVEL 17-4 x JGR7 REPUTABLE 32-9
Champion Hampshire Gilt & Class 2 WinnerTucker Jones, Ind. | Breeder: Real McCoy Genetics, OhioDCM9 MARVEL 17-4 x JSE6 TRUMP CARD 118-2
Res. Champion Hampshire Gilt & Class 3 WinnerOlivia Shike, Ill. | Breeder: Platt Showpigs, Ind.CFLK7 TCG OWN THE WORLD x HH6 CLICK 285 285-1
Class 1 Hampshire Boar WinnerShon Grimm, IowaSHG9 VOODOO 56-9 x GMW8 SOLUTION 1-2
Class 1 Hampshire Gilt WinnerBrooks Royal, Ga. | Breeder: Ashley, Garrett & Tyler Crowder, Ind.RMF8 GRAND ENTRANCE x CFLK6 TCG STOP THE MADNESS
Class 4 Hampshire Gilt WinnerPeter Farms, Ill. CODS9 BALL ROOM 11-3 x SDF2 NEW ADVENTURE 8-5
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Lynsee Pullen, Ind.
Champion Landrace Boar & Class 1 Winner Lydia Lawson, OhioJMG0 GRUS LOOK NO FURTHER x 1SON9 KICKER TEN 1-1
Res. Champion Landrace Boar & 2nd Class 1Wehmer Showpigs, Ind.KOLT7 OVERTIME 1-2 x CKW7 CLOCKS TICKING
Champion Landrace Gilt & Class 1 Winner Landry Rodibaugh, Ind. | Breeder: Knauth Showpigs, Ill. KOLT7 OVERTIME 1-2 x CKW7 CLOCKS TICKING
Res. Champion Landrace Gilt & 2nd Class 1Brooklyn Dittmer, Ind. JMG9 TIMINGS RIGHT x OTTN8 ORGANIZED CHAOS
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Judge: Travis Platt, Ind.
Champion Yorkshire Boar & Class 4 WinnerRicker Yorkshires, OhioCDO9 DYNAMITE 83-7 x WGW8 HEART THROB 14-1
Res. Champion Yorkshire Boar & Class 1 WinnerTBM Genetics, Ind.1EAS9 BIG STEP 10-4 x GRSP8 HOLLYWOOD 30-1
Champion Yorkshire Gilt & Class 6 WinnerMatthew Ferrell, Ga. | Breeder: Thompson Brothers Genetics, OhioSHG0 ROOTS 8-6 x ACGF6 BIG COUNTRY
Res. Champion Yorkshire Gilt & Class 5 WinnerHallie Hege, Ind. | Breeder: Kilmer Swine Farm, Ind.JRS0 JASPER 1-1 x CDAY8 TCG TIMES UP 1-1
Class 2 Yorkshire Boar WinnerBlaine Slayton, Ind.CDAY8 TCG TIMES UP 1-1 x DPK8 DYNAMIC 19-3
Class 3 Yorkshire Boar WinnerEddie Robinson, Mo. NCH9 AWESTRUCK 38-3 x CDAY8 TCG TIMES UP 1-1
Class 1 Yorkshire Gilt WinnerAaron Ernst, Mich. | Breeder: Ernest Birchmeier, Mich.WGW8 POWER PLAY 60-8 x LFC8 LADIES MAN 8-10
Class 2 Yorkshire Gilt WinnerEmily Myers, Ind. | Breeder: Reynolds Farms, OhioTPSP0 BABY STEP [ … ]
NSR Summer Type Conference
Louisville, Ky. • July 4-10
Crossbred Boar Judge: Russell Pedrett, Calif.
Crossbred Gilt Judge: Nick Mauck, Ind.
Champion Crossbred Boar & Class 4 WinnerWehmer Showpigs, Ind.BACKLASH x HEART BREAKER x HOUSE
Res. Champion Crossbred Boar & Class 1 WinnerBrock & Brett Farrell, Ind. NEXT INTENTION x PRICE CHECK
Champion Crossbred Gilt & Class 2 WinnerMeghan Taylor, Ind.HALL PASS x QUICK AND DIRTY
Res. Champion Crossbred Gilt & Class 3 WinnerBrody Everhart, Ind.MY HOUSE x JUST FOR MEN
Class 2 Crossbred Boar WinnerBlack Show Pigs, Ohio HUSH MONEY x WIDE OPEN
Class 3 Crossbred Boar WinnerMercer Show Pigs, Ind. 44 x MCLOVIN x STRIKING MATCHES
Class 1 Crossbred Gilt WinnerAnsleigh Johnson, Ga.ZION 78-3 x UNDENIABLE
Class 4 Crossbred Gilt WinnerJacob & Kennedy Rodibaugh, Ind.SCOUTS HONOR 12-1 x BURKIN OFF 242-3