Champion hog showman shares secrets to success

Kristen Sindelar
Oct 2, 2026
2 hrs ago

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The Nebraska State Fair and Aksarben Stock Show mark the end of the summer livestock show season in Nebraska. While many youth are cleaning out tack boxes and storing away grooming supplies, Kylie Hackbart is transitioning into her next series of competitions.

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Hackbart 1.jpg — Kylie Hackbart was a serious competitor in the show ring at the 2026 Nebraska State Fair. In the 4-H division, she earned Champion Chester Breeding Gilt.
Photo by Legacy Livestock Photography

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Hackbart 2.jpg — Showing hogs at the state and national level, Kylie Hackbart of Seward, Neb., dedicates hours to grooming and training her show hogs.
Photo by Show Shotz n Designz

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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.