Jackpot Season Is Here!!

First jackpot of the season in Vinton, Ia. 

2012 NSR Extravaganza

New Show Pig Hauler!

Yep, that's an ice box!

Health and Weather

 Well getting ready to head to Richmond, IN for the NSR Extravaganza and wanted to share some thoughts with you.  As we travel from all parts of the country to purchase pigs at this event or to pick up pre purchased stock, be aware of the weather conditions.  This week looks like one that can shape up to be hard on livestock again.  We will be warm during the day and cool at night(perfect for sick stock) not to mention we are going to stress them by moving them and hauling them to new locations.  Be aware of moisture, heat, cold and feed/water intake.  The best advice that I can give you is give your new purchases a shot of draxin or excede to try to minimize any problems that may occur.  Also communicate with the breeder and find out what environment they were in before they were moved.  Safe travels and look forward to visiting with you in Richmond.

Communication!!!!

I urge all buyers of livestock, no matter the species, to communicate with the breeder that you have purchased your stock from.  Make sure if there is a question or a problem, be prompt, swallow your pride and communicate.  This can detour or even prevent problems, bad feelings and accidents that can be prevented.  Communicate!!!!  We can all do a better job.

Curt and Carl Hannon Pig Sale

Was @ Hannon's pig sale on 4-16-12 and wanted to share a pic and some info.  Pigs at the sale looked like a real nice set of feedable stock.  Not lots of problems and not going to cause you any problems either.  Had a very consistant set out of " Hot Wheels"  that they bought from Zedeker a year ago @ crossbred classic.  They sold 30 hd out of that boar and totaled $19,150.  Top sellers were @ $3000, $1900, $1800, $1750, $1550, and $1200.  Not bad for a $2500 dollar purchase!  Congrats to the Hannon Family on a wonderful event. And thanks again for the hospitality.  See you all in Richmond, IN next week and safe travels.

Gilts Gone WIld Final Update!

Thanks to all who supported and purchased gilts in this sale.  Sold 13 hd for $21,200 to OH, IN, WI, CO, TX, IA, GA.  Thanks again and good luck!

109-1 Sells Tonight!! "Passion For Purple"

Link
http://www.maxanet.com/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?wendt12/29

#: 29
EN: 109-1 XB
Seller: Zedeker Showpigs
Breed/Sex: Crossbred Boar
Date Born: 2/3/12
Sire: Off the Record
Dam: Heat Wave/Steel Wheels
Description:: We were very excited to get a phone call from Brett asking us to participate in this event for another year. And, were even more excited to hear that there was going to be even more participation this year from new breeders. Hopefully this event will dominate last years successful event. This boar was purposely saved back for a herd boar prospect. But, when Brett called and asked us to participate, we said we had to offer this one. This guy comes from a sow line deep in the purple here at Zedeker Show Pigs. Grandma is a mate to the Res. Grand at The Ohio State Fair in 2010. She also puts in a couple of sale barrows in at Houston in 2012. This one's momma is a littermate to the very popular barrow that we sold on this event last year. Her sisters also raised our 1st, 3rd and 4th high selling barrows this spring. Not to mention that momma is a mate to "Hot Wheels," which is a boar that we sold to Carl and Curt Hannon last year at the Crossbred Classic. Like I said, this guy's sow line is rich in purple! His rib shape is as good as I have seen all spring. This guy is still tall shouldered and balanced. He puts his feet down square, true and in the right direction. His muscle pattern is correct in my mind, for one that will continue to get better with every passing day. He comes at you with as much width and true squareness and leaves you with the same authority. Study the pig and you decide. Buyer decides on leaving him intact or making him a barrow. We will get this guy where ever he needs to go.
Contact Information: Zedeker Showpigs - Greg Zedeker, 100 E. Sycamore St., Dunkerton, IA 50626. Contact Greg Zedeker at 937-935-2174.

Current Bids....Bidding Suspended Till 9am EST

Bidding Suspended till 9am EST....Sleep well and good luck tomorrow!

Lots	Price
1	$4,000
2	$550
3	$750
4	$500
5	$650
6	$600
7	$1,000
8	$650
9	$650
10	$1,000
11	$500
12	$550
13	$2,500
14	$3,100
15	$500

Gilts Gone Wild Price Update

Lots	Price
1	$1,000
2	$550
3	$550
4	$500
5	$550
6	$600
7	$950
8	$550
9	$500
10	$850
11	$500
12	$550
13	$1,000
14	$1,000
15	$500

Gilts Gone Wild Price Update

Lots	Price
1	$750
2	$500
3	$500
4	$500
5	$500
6	$500
7	$850
8	$500
9	$500
10	$500
11	$500
13	$750
14	$500
15	$500

Pay Attention!!

As we continue through showpig buying season, I caution you to pay attention to some key identifiers, that will help you decide on which animal may be right for you.  It amazes me how much buyers still get caught up on muscle and mass.  If an animal is starting to track outside of there skeleton and generally they will push off both ends, then maybe we need to let those kind go.  Start by evaluating those babies at the ground.  Make sure they are square, true, don't track outside of their bodies or inside their bodies.  If you can remember this part of the eqaution then you will be infront of the competition day in and day out.  Just another piece of the puzzle that will help Grab a Banner!

Gilts Gone Wild...Sell April 16 & 17 @ zedeker.com

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Had a good trip to Oklahoma and Texas over the weekend.  First stop was at Mappes Durocs.  Might have seen the most impressive set of red sows in one place.  The Crown Royal babies really look to be the real deal.  Traveling across the green terrain of Oklahoma on I-40, I found myself in Amarillo.  My second and last stop was at Stephens Farms.  Two new boars that I looked at were WTF and Hot Wheels.  Both boars sure did not disappoint.  If need to add some width and muscle, I would look at Hot Wheels.  If you need flesh and bone, you may want to look at WTF.  It was nice to see they are still working on improving I-40 west of Oklahoma City.  Should be alot less bumpy when they are finished.  Good to cows are moving back south to graze on the new green grasses in the south. (Good thing they have gotten some rain)  Have a good week!

Traveling Again

Well off to Oklahoma and Texas today.  If anyone has any needs that need to be met, dont hesitate to contact me.  Will be updating everyone as the trip continues.  Hope everyone has safe travels and a happy easter.

We would like to thank everyone on a very good sale.  Thanks for all the positive comments and interest.  23 hd sold for $33,800, to KS, OH, IN, MN, CO, WI. MI.   Thanks again.

Zedeker Showpigs has suspended bidding for the night.  Please stay tuned tomorrow morning for final closing of lots that have not been closed.  Don't get nervous,  these things take time.  Thank you for your patience.

Updated @ 6:57pm

Lots	Price
1	$2,000
2	$500
3	$650
4	$350
5	$1,000
6	$850
7	$400
8	$400
9	$400
10	$1,100
11	$350
13	$650
14	$1,600
15	$750
16	$450
17	$400
18	$350
19	$350
20	$500
21	$450
22	$1,200
23	$2,000
24	$400

Sale Pricing Update @ 11:40am

Lots	Price
1	$1,200
2	$400
3	$400
4	$350
5	$700
6	$400
7	$350
8	$350
9	$350
10	$450
11	$350
13	$350
14	$1,200
15	$550
16	$350
17	$400
18	$350
19	$350
20	$450
21	$450
22	$350
23	$1,500
24	$350

These are the bid updates for the sale @zedeker.com.   Prices are in order of lots.  This set is amazing!  Buy with confidence and look foward to talking to you tomorrow.   Happy bidding and remember, please call if you have any questions.

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350
350
350
550
350
350
350
350
400
350
350
1000
450
350
350
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350
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350

Zedeker Show Pig Commercial

Pic to cute not to share

Kevin served as a bid spoter at our friends PSSS annual customer sale and snapped this pic of a cute little swine enthusiast...

Starting bids

All barrows will be starting at a opening bid of $300 you may start placing bids NOW...

Lot 12 --OUT

Hate, when this happens... but this barrow has came up injured, and is will not be sold at this time... we don't think its a major injury but don't feel confident at this time to offer him.... For those who were interested in this barrow if he makes a proper and full recovery, our thinking at this time is to offer him in the Passion for Purple Charity Pig Auctions later in the month...


Thank you

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