4-H Swine Project

Fun Fact-During the War of 1812, a New York pork packer named Sam Wilson shipped several hundred barrels of pork to U.S. troops. Each barrel was stamped “U.S.”, and it was quickly said that the “U.S.” stood for “Uncle Sam,” whose large shipment seemed to be enough to feed the entire army. This is how “Uncle Sam” came to represent the U.S. Government.

Resource Leaders

John Henrichs- Superintendent

Ralph Rice- Superintendent

Julie Aldrich- Sunnyside 4-H Club

Jacqueline Crayton- Tucker 4-H Club

James Crayton- Tucker 4-H Club

Jeff Ehrhart- Burlington Back 40 4-H Club

David Hanson- Norway 4-H Club

Deanna Hanson- Norway 4-H Club

Randy Henderson- Yorkville 4-H Club

Kyle Henningeld- Cloverview 4-H Club

Linnet Henningfeld- Rising Stars 4-H Club

Thomas Henningfeld- Cloverview 4-H Club

Cheryl Holterman- Raymond 4-H Club

Jean Keeku- Kan-Do 4-H Club

Michael Keeku- Kan-Do 4-H Club

David Lecus- Raymond 4-H Club

Josh Lewandowski- Raymond 4-H Club

Kelly Malchine- Norway 4-H Club

Joe Mealy- Countryview 4-H Club

Kenneth Uhlenhake- Burlington Back 40 4-H

Project Goals

The goal of the 4-H market hog project is to encourage integrity, sportsmanship, cooperation and an ability to communicate through activities such as demonstrations, talks, judging events, tours and exhibits.

Key Terms/Project Areas

Barrow- male pig castrated before reaching sexual maturity

Boar- primarily used for breeding purposes only, since it is said that testosterone in the system gives the meat a foul taste

Gilt- young female that has not yet produced a litter

Sow- female which has farrowed at least once

County Activities

Ear Notch Form

For information and forms for Country of Origin Labeling see Livestock Project Page

Activities Happening throughout the State and Nation

Wisconsin 4-H Swine Project

UW- Extension Swine Resources

Check out the National 4-H Curriculum and online pieces for more information on your project.