We Caught up with Ms. Thatcher Werning, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Market Hog at the 2024 South Dakota State Fair. Learn more about Thatcher below..

What do you do to overcome your obstacles?
I am lucky to have my parents and my big brother who help me with all the hard things that come my way.

What is your favorite thing about your animal?
Neeko has a silly personality- he’s very curious and playful but very laid back

What is one thing you had to overcome together?
Because he’s laid back, Neeko doesn’t always like to move very fast in the ring.  We had to work hard on at getting him to keep a good pace.

What is at the top of your bucket list?
The top thing on my bucket list is to go to vet school and be a veterinarian for show pigs and cattle.

Favorite snack?
My favorite snack is Lays Dill Pickle potato chips!

Favorite show day breakfast?
I feel a little bad saying this, but my favorite pig show day breakfast is sausage!