#72: Tim Fort

About this episode

Tim Fort shares his journey in the swine industry, discussing his experiences and the importance of mentorship and innovation.

In this episode, Tim Fort shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in White Deer, Texas, to becoming a respected leader in the swine industry. Listeners gain insights into Tim’s experiences in show pig raising, livestock judging, and commercial pig production, including international projects in Russia and China. He discusses the founding of Primo, a family-run pig feed company, and emphasizes the importance of mentorship, decision-making, and giving back. Tim’s story offers valuable lessons for livestock judges, students, and industry professionals on resilience, networking, and building a legacy through service and innovation.

People in this episode

Guest: Tim Fort

Topics covered

• swine industry
• livestock judging
• show pig raising
• commercial pig production
• mentorship
• decision-making
• service and innovation

Keywords

• swine industry
• livestock judging
• show pigs
• mentorship
• Primo
• decision-making
• international projects

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Primo

Places: White Deer, Texas, Russia, China

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