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How to Feed and Condition Show Steers and Heifers for Winter Jackpot Season
1 October 2025
Winter jackpot shows bring unique challenges for show steers and heifers: managing weight gain, preventing stress from cold weather and travel, and keeping cattle fresh and competitive weekend after weekend. Success depends on strategic feeding, consistent management, and the right Thompson Show Feed program. Key Takeaways Consistency matters. Sudden feed...
How to Keep Your Show Pig Fresh, On Weight, and Jackpot-Ready
1 September 2025
Show pigs headed for winter jackpot shows face unique challenges: managing weight, maintaining condition, and staying on feed during stressful travel and cold barns. By combining smart feeding strategies, proper supplements, and the right Thompson Show Feed program, you can keep your pig fresh, competitive, and within the target weight...
Wait… You Forgot What?! Overlooked Must-Haves at Livestock Shows
4 August 2025
Every livestock showman has that moment: "I forgot WHAT?!" From missing extension cords to MIA registration papers, here's a helpful roundup of all the unexpected but absolutely essential items showmen somehow always leave at home (or forget as they are leaving after the shows). We all triple-check our show halters,...
Good Luck Charms in the Show Ring: Traditions and Surprises for Cattle, Swine, and Goat Showmen
4 July 2025
Livestock showmen across the country use lucky charms, quirky rituals, and heartfelt traditions to boost confidence and connect with their animals. From four-leaf clovers to lucky socks, these tokens of luck are a fun and meaningful part of the show day experience. Whether it’s cattle, swine, or goats, everyone has...
Get Show-Ready! What to Feed Your Swine, Cattle & Goats for a Winning Season
4 June 2025
As barns fill up with hopeful 4-Hers and FFA members gearing up for jackpot shows, state fairs, and national drives, one truth remains: feed matters. This year, give your show string the edge with nutrition built from the barn up by people who’ve lived it. At Thompson Show Feed, we’ve...
About Thompson Show Feed: Where Every Bag Begins with Family
14 May 2025
At Thompson Show Feed, we don’t just make feed—we raise it, bag it, and stand behind every scoop. From the field rows of our family farm in Wilmington, Ohio, to the bright lights of show rings across the country, our commitment stays the same: to deliver quality feed that helps...
Unlocking Champion Potential: The Thompson Show Feed Advantage
15 April 2025
At Thompson Show Feed, we combine our passion for livestock with decades of expertise to provide high-quality, homegrown feed that champions crave. Our tailored nutrition plans and commitment to our customers' success set us apart in the show feed industry. Key Takeaways Homegrown Quality: Utilizing locally sourced ingredients, including our...
Boosting Show Pig Performance: Why Swine Producers Trust Thompson Sale Prep & Transition 150
11 March 2025
When preparing show pigs for sale, nutrition is everything. The right feed can make the difference between a pig that stands out in the ring and one that falls short. That’s where Thompson Show Feed’s Sale Prep and Transition 150 come in—two trusted formulas designed to maximize bloom, muscle shape,...
Debunking Myths: Feeding Strategies for Your Show Pig
2 December 2024
When it comes to raising a show pig that will shine in the ring, nutrition plays a key role. However, there are a lot of myths out there about how best to feed your pig to help it grow big, strong, and healthy. One common belief among to newer 4-H...
Show Pig Feeding Secrets: Tips for Every Growth Stage
4 November 2024
When it comes to preparing show pigs for the spotlight, nutrition is more than just a daily routine—it's a strategic journey requiring careful attention and precise adjustments at every growth stage. Proper feeding practices are pivotal not only in achieving optimal muscle tone and healthy development but also in ensuring...
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