We Caught up with Mr. Collin Wharton exhibitor of the Grand Champion Crossbred Barrow at the 2024 Exposition and 3rd Overall Crossbred Barrow at the 2024 National Junior Summer Spectacular. Learn more about Collin below…

Age: 20

Grade: Freshman in college

Hometown: Wilson, OK

What was the most special part about your win(s)?
Was being able to do it some of my closest friends and it being my first major win!

What is your favorite thing about your animal?
He came from an incredible litter and was the runt of the litter so his comeback was special so we named him Tom Brady!

Does your animal have any quirks?
Every time you’d walk in the barn to feed he’d sit in the back of his pen and sit like a dog waiting on us to feed

What is one thing you hope to accomplish by the end of your show career?
Well this summer was the end of my show career and I think I accomplished what I have always wanted this summer!

Who is your biggest role model?
There are several guys in this industry that have taught me and showed me tons of life lessons but I’d probably have to say my dad he always makes sure I’m staying on the grind and always hustling!

Favorite hobbies outside of showing livestock?
I like to play coed softball and golf with my buds

What is your pre-show routine?
Wake up get a coffee and get after it

What are some of your showbox essentials?
Soft brush, whip, spray bottle, and whatever daily skin and hair routine you need.

Gilts or Barrows?
Both I have enjoyed showing both gilts and barrows through out my years!

Tennis Shoes or Boots?
Tennis shoes – gotta stay comfortable in the ring!

Cats or Dogs?
Dogs! Not even close!

Summer shows or winter shows?
Both I enjoy shows all year long no complaints when I’m at a pig show

Favorite Breed?
Light crosses and spots! Can’t pick one over the other!