Hometown: Walton, IN
Occupation: I wear a few different hats, the main being working for my family farm, Shaffer’s Goldrush. Along with my husband Kyle, we run Pullen Showpigs, an all Duroc sow herd. Also, I am part owner of Walton Webcasting, livestock like you’ve never seen before!
What is your background in the swine/livestock industry?
I have live, breathed and died this industry for my entire life! Growing up on my family’s farm and showing livestock for my entire youth. I was on the livestock judging team at both Butler Community College and Purdue University, where I graduated with a degree in Ag Education. Since then I have dedicated my career and hobbies to be all things show pigs. I have had the great opportunity to serve on the NSR Executive Board, ALA Board, and Youth Advisory Board. It has also been a fun ride being apart of the Walton Webcasting crew, watching our industry change and be able to watch shows 24/7!
How did you get started?
I was born into it and had no other option but to fall in love with the swine industry. I grew up on my family’s commercial farm and boar stud. As we grew up we took more interest in the show pig industry and joined the NJSA in the early 2000s and the rest is history as I’ve spent my entire life dedicated to it ever since.
What are some likes or dislikes you have?
Likes
1) Intense Eye Contact
2) Chest shots of your hog
3) Confidence
Dislikes
1) Walking between the judge and the entry gate, as other showman are still entering the ring.
2) Poor Paint Jobs on your hog
3) Showing with your mouth open
Brush or Towel?
I prefer neither in your hand while showing, but BRUSH all the way
Favorite Food or Restaurant?
Pineapple Whip Ice Cream but when KP is nice and takes me out to eat I prefer Benihana’s with just a 2 point cut over the local hotdog stand Spanish Dogs.
Favorite Sports Team
Boiler Basketball and the Chicago Bears
Favorite Song or Band
Anything Ray Perryman sings. Specifically, I Can Only Imagine
Favorite Stock Show Trip
Has and always will be NJSS/STC in Louisville! |
