We Caught up with Mr, Alex Nielsen exhibitor of the Grand Champion Market Gilt at the Minnesota State Fair. Learn more about Alex below…

Age: 17

Grade: 12th

Hometown:Albert, Lea Minnesota

Tell us a little about your champion:

Her name was Izzy. Her grumpy attitude and cheetah color pattern made her special.

First person you hugged after your win?

My mom

Who is another exhibitor you admire?

The person I admire is my good friend Luke Ruen. We work well together getting pigs ready to show.  I trust his opinion and we have a lot of fun together at the shows.

Favorite Fair Food?

When told to try a scottish egg I thought it would be terrible but it real good! It’s my favorite food at the Minnesota State Fair!

Favorite Pump Up Song:

We are usually blaring music. My favorite song is Straight and Narrow by Sam Barber.