We caught up with Mr. Marek Taulman, exhibitor of the 3rd Overall Team Purebred Gilt at the 2025 National Junior Show. Learn more about Marek below…

Fun/Interesting fact about your champion
My tamworth gilt loves bananas.

Ever had a show ring fail? Tell us the story!
This past year, I had registered a Duroc litter and had the registration confirmation, but when it came time for the county fair, I couldn’t find the paper. My sister had to show her Duroc in the crossbred class. I learned the importance of staying organized and checking paperwork ahead of time.

What’s your favorite non-livestock hobby?
I like to go golfing with my friends.

If your champion had a theme song, what would it be?
Rock City

What’s the one thing in your show box you can’t live without?
Blizzard

What do you enjoy most about the summer national shows?
I like the fact that my sister and I can go to the shows by ourselves and have things ready to go when my mom and dad get there.