Pig project connects kids of all backgrounds with raising, showing livestock

By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union
Aug 29, 2024
Aug 29, 2024

State Fair Gettysburg Pig Project 3.jpg — Gettysburg FFA Chapter President Bobbi Eide, far left, and FFA Adviser Sarah McClure, far right, stand with 4-H members Cerissa Chase, Anestasia Penrod and Kyley Saltsman. More than 40 youth participate in the Gettysburg FFA Pig Project.
Submitted photo from SDFU

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By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union

Standing in the Potter County Fair showring, Anestasia Penrod had a decision to make.

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State Fair Gettysburg Pig Project 1.jpg — Anestasia Penrod guides her market pig, Bubbles, in the show ring. Penrod is among the more than 40 youth who participate in the Gettysburg FFA Pig Project.
Submitted photo

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State Fair Gettysburg Pig Project 2.jpg — Cerissa Chase helps with morning chores. Chase lives in town and is among the more than 40 youth who participate in the Gettysburg FFA Pig Project.
Submitted photo from SDFU

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