Premier 4-H Swine Exhibitor Scholarships

The Iowa Purebred Swine Council sponsored the three scholarships from this event. This program is designed to recognize 4-H swine project members who can articulate their understanding about the future of the animal industry and their knowledge about animal production. This event is for senior 4-H'ers who have completed their junior or senior year in high school.

What is involved? A composite score is computed from the following five elements: 1. Showmanship (15%) 2. Best show ring ribbon earned (10%) 3. A seven-minute interview (25%) 4. 30-minute exam covering questions on production (25%) 5. 30-minute Skillathon (25%) This year's winners were: 1st Place: $1,000 scholarship-Michael Schaub, Grafton 2nd Place: $500 scholarship-Cody Schminke, Van Horne 3rd Place: $250 scholarship-Spencer Jordan, Marion