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 shown across the U.S., blended feed for our own families, and grown every kernel of corn that goes into the bag. We know what works because we’ve walked your path. Below is your go-to guide for feeding your show pigs, cattle, and goats this season.
For Show Pigs: Feed That Wins in Every Ring
Your pigs work hard — their feed should too. Whether you're managing barrows or gilts, Thompson Show Feed offers a lineup designed to deliver steady growth, muscle shape, and the right kind of finish.
Popular Picks:
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Transition 150 — A favorite for moderate-muscled pigs. From 40 lbs to show, it maintains bloom without sacrificing skeletal soundness.
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Thompson 1813 — Perfect for adding power and shape to pigs needing extra mass. A great option to start incoming pigs and can be fed anytime throughout the entire growing period. Can blend with other feeds.
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Thompson 1408 — Adds body and fresher look to heavier-muscled pigs. Excellent finishing feed for gilts or heavy muscled hogs.
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Thompson 1611 — Helps maintain growth and muscle development. Great starter option for heavier-muscled pigs.
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Thompson 1060 — High fiber, low protein formula that helps limit growth while preserving structural integrity. Pairs well with Souped Up.
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Souped Up — A recommended supplement for pigs needing additional top shape, muscle tone, or a cleaner look before show day.
Why It Works:
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Homegrown corn means cleaner, more consistent nutrition.
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Helps picky eaters stay on feed at home and on the road.
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Backed by families who've raised banners from jackpot to national shows.
Thompson Show Feed also carries Lindner products and supplements to support customized feeding strategies and help target specific show ring goals.
For Show Cattle: Nutrition That Matches Their Potential
You’re not just feeding a steer or heifer — you’re raising a backdrop-ready animal. From first weigh-in to final fit, Thompson Show Feed cattle products are built to condition, maintain bloom, and keep cattle on a steady gain.
Popular Picks:
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Thompson Heifer Developer — A building feed that provides less energy and more fiber for an increased fill. Great mixed with Krank Light to tempt picky eaters and drive early growth.
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Thompson Krank Light — A corn-based, coarse-textured sweet feed that will increase feed intake. Helps add fat and push cattle as they are being prepared for sale or exhibition.
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Thompson Pro Cobb — A dependable option that increases fill with less energy.
Why It Works:
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Consistent batch quality that show families across the country count on.
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Nutrient profiles tailored to show cattle, not just generic rations.
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That signature cherry aroma? Cattle can’t resist it — and neither can competitors who try to sneak a scoop at the barn.
For Show Goats: Keep Them on Track and in Condition
Show goats bring their own set of challenges — conditioning without blowing them open, maintaining appetite without overheating. Thompson Show Feed formulas help goat families find the balance.
Goat Feeding Favorites:
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Thompson Show Goat Mini Pellet — An affordable 18% pellet feed that provides champion-level nutrition for show goats & breeding does.
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Jacoby’s Goat Feeds — Trusted by goat showmen for targeted development, bloom, and finish.
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Show-Rite® Advancer PLUS and Show-Rite® Climatizer — Known for consistent results in show goats, with options to help tailor your feeding strategy to specific show goals.
Why It Works:
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Built with input from goat breeders and show families.
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Keeps your goats looking fresh and eating consistently through travel and heat.
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Easy to layer with your current ration without causing digestive upset.
Final Thoughts from the Feed Room
There's no one-size-fits-all formula when it comes to feeding show animals. Every animal is different. Every judge is different. But if you put in the time, stay consistent, and ask questions along the way, you're going to be in great shape.
Feed with purpose. Show with pride.
Here at Thompson Show Feed, we’re more than just a feed mill. We’re your biggest fans, and your go-to crew when you’re not sure what to feed next. So swing by the mill, give us a call, or shoot us a message — we’re happy to help you build a plan, tweak a ration, or just talk through where your animals are at.
Let’s make this show season your best one yet — and don’t forget to send us pictures when you bring home the banner!
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