Columbia, Mo.,— Every year, the Missouri State Fair showcases the best of Missouri agriculture throughout its eleven-day run. And the Missouri Pork Association is proud to highlight the pork industry and the dedication of Missouri’s FFA and 4-H youth in their projects. Between August 7 and August 17, fairgoers will have many opportunities to learn about the pork industry while enjoying the fun and great food in Sedalia.
The MPA will be in the Swine Pavilion sponsoring the Youth Swine Skillathon on Thursday, August 7 at 8:30 am and the 4-H/FFA Swine Judging Contest on Friday, August 8 at approximately 5:00 pm. MPA is very active during Youth in Agriculture Day on Saturday, August 16, and also sponsors the 4-H Specialty Pork Demonstrations on Thursday, August 7, beginning at 9:00 am. Stop by these events and show your support for Missouri’s youth.
If you’re interested in pork recipes and trivia, visit the MPA booth located in the Agriculture Building. MPA Intern Tessa Hall will also be presenting Cooking with Pork in the Home Economics Building. Don’t miss a great recipe on August 7 at 2:30 pm, August 8 at 1:30 pm, August 11 at 2:30 pm, August 12 at 1:30 pm and August 14 at 2:30 pm.
After all that activity, we know you’ll be hungry. So come by the Pork Place to enjoy a great meal in air-conditioned comfort. Menu highlights include the famous top chop dinner, smoked barbeque ribs, pork burger, pulled pork sandwich or classic blt. Guests can stock up on new pork recipes, or enter for a chance to win one of eleven prize packages by completing a comment card. Watch for money-saving coupons in the Missouri State Fair Souvenir Program available at entrance gates and at fair information booths. Also, match your admittance ticket number to one of 100 preselected numbers at the Pork Place to receive up to $10 off your next purchase!
Source: Missouri Pork Association