February 21st at 6:00 pm the Washington County Extension Office will hold their annual “Know Your Swine” Workshop and Exhibitor Meeting for new and beginning swine showmen. This is an introductory meeting to the current Swine Project and swine industry. ISU Swine Specialist Matt Romoser, 4-H swine superintendents, mentor families, and 4-H staff will discuss early care management, facilities and equipment, feeding, biosecurity issues, showmanship tips, African Swine Fever and ractopamine-free projects. This meeting is required if you plan to show swine at the 2023 county fair and did not already attend a Ractopamine Free Meeting. All swine exhibitors must attend one of these ractopamine-free project meetings with a parent/guardian to exhibit at the Washington County Fair.