March 17, 2023 – HOUSTON, Texas – Records were shattered at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ Junior Market Barrow Auction, as donors, exhibitors and volunteers witnessed history in the NRG Arena Sales Pavilion.
The Grand Champion Barrow, exhibited by Sage Bearden, 14, from Crowell FFA, sold for a record of $375,000 to Gregg Reyes – Reytec Construction, Sabra Smith, Kathy and Matt Norris and Lisa Blackwood. The previous record, set in 2022, was $250,000.
Bearden cried with happiness as the grand total was announced.
“I never dreamed that I would be here,”
Sage Bearden
The Reserve Grand Champion Barrow, exhibited by Zachery “Ky” Blount, 14, from Kerr County 4-H, broke another record. His barrow sold $320,000 to Sheri and Rob Walker, Andrea and Scott Fish, Sherry and Connard Barker and Mark Ward. The previous record, set in 2022, was $200,000.
Martha Ceballos, who has been chairperson of the Swine Auction committee for four years, was excited about witnessing such a historic event. “We do this for the kids,” Ceballos said.
More about the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth, showcases Western heritage and provides year-round educational support within the community. Since its beginning in 1932, the Rodeo has committed more than $575 million to the youth of Texas and education. The 2023 Rodeo continues through March 19. For more information, visit rodeohouston.com and connect with #RODEOHOUSTON online via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for all the latest news.
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