Western Research and Demonstration Farm
Authors: Melissa Beermann (Iowa State University) , Chris Beedle (Iowa State University)
Due to a decreased number of pork producers in Monona County, area youth have had fewer opportunities to learn about or exhibit swine. In 2010, there was one pig exhibited at the Monona County Fair. A special swine project was started by Monona County Extension in partnership with a local farmer. The program was designed to reach all area youth. Specifically, it provides extensive, hands-on animal science and agricultural education to youth who would otherwise not have had the opportunity. The program has grown dramatically since its origin. In 2019, ISU and the Western Research Demonstration Farm agreed to house 106 pigs on-site for educational use by 4-H members. The niche market swine company that partners with the research farm agreed to supply the pigs and provide additional education.
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How to Cite: Beermann, M. & Beedle, C. (2020) “4-H Swine Project”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports. 2019(1).