CPPA JR Member - Youth Programs

CPPA Youth Ambassador - CPPA Youth Ambassador 2012.docx

The California Pork Ambassador Program is designed for youth to develop strong relationships with producers and members of the swine industry. It is an opportunity to improve your communication and leadership skills and become informed about pork production issues and changes. The main goal of the Pork Ambassador Program is to promote California Pork Producers and the swine industry at various events throughout the year.  Eligible age at least 18 and no older that 21.

William "Bill" Silveira Scholarship - Silveira Scholarship 2012.doc

            As each year passes, more and more people realize that impact that William "Bill" Silveira had on the California Pork Producers Association.  A visionary, Bill poured his heart and soul into making CPPA Work for pork producers.  This legacy still lives today.

            After Bill's passing his loving wife Sofia started a scholarship fund for junior CPPA members in his memory.  Bill believed in young people and knew providing them opportunities would pay dividends well into the future.  The Silveira Scholarship Fund was established to help cultivate CPPA and agriculture industry leaders. 

CPPA Loaner Gilt Program - 18th Annual Loaner Gilt Program 2012.docx

The main goal of this program is to promote interaction between the leaders of today and those of tomorrow by providing junior members high quality purebred gilt?s for a period of one year.  The recipient of the gilt is encouraged to show the progeny at CPPA shows, and to create a long standing mentor relationship with the breeder.  This concept is a practical way to encourage junior exhibitors to become active in the swine industry by expanding their experiences.

CPPA Show Pig Scholarship - 4th Annual Show Pig Scholarship 2012.docx

            The Directors of the California Pork Producers Association and the CPPA Youth Committee invite the breeders and junior members of the association to participate in the Show Pig Scholarship program. 

The main goal of this program is to promote interaction between the leaders of today and those of tomorrow by providing junior members a high quality show pig for their county fair, as well as gain a depth of knowledge about the swine industry from the breeder.  It is the goal of the program to assist junior members with strong scholastic skills, who may not be financially able to purchase a show pig, and have an interest in the swine industry.

CPPA Breeders Applications - Breeders Proposal 2012.docx

In order to apply for these CPPA JR Member programs, you must be a CPPA JR Member. 

Application Deadline: January 31, 2012