We Caught up with Ms. Karsyn Cocanower exhibitor of the 4th Overall Crossbred Barrow at the 2024 Team Purebred. Learn more about Karsyn below..

Age: 18

Grade: College Freshman

Hometown: Monticello, IN

What was the most special part about your win?
It was really special to check a goal off of my bucket list. Sometimes it’s hard to keep the faith in your project, but when the hard work pays off it’s a great feeling.

What is your favorite thing about your animal?
His personality. He came to me as a scratch and dent pig but was the easiest to get broke and never complains, even when he was getting held back on feed.

Who is your biggest role model?
Princess Diana

Favorite hobbies outside of showing livestock?
Overseeing my show cat breeding program

What are some of your showbox essentials?
Mustard…Iykyk

Gilts or Barrows?
Barrows

Tennis Shoes or Boots?
Tennis shoes

Cats or Dogs?
Cats!

Summer shows or winter shows?
Winter

Favorite Breed?
Chester