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Welcome livestock buyers to Putnam County Fairs online auction. My name is Morgan Chastain. I am currently a twelfth grade student at Palatka High School in Palatka Florida. I am a member of Rowdy Roosters 4-H. I have been showing swine in the Putnam County Fair Livestock Show for 10 years and I am sad to say this is my last year. Over the last 10 years raising a hog has taught me a lot. The knowledge and skills I have learned can be applied outside of the hog pen or livestock arena. It is all real world applications. Like to be successful at anything you must have initiative dedication and a good work ethic. You must be good with time management too. The record book has taught me how to depreciate write and be organized. These are all important life skills that will help me reach my goals and dreams as I move on to college seeking a degree in the medical field as a physical therapist or physicians assistant. The swine project I chose this year is a Yorkshire guilt who I named Summer. Weighing in at 267 pounds Summer has filled out to have plenty of muscle and enough fat to make bacon sizzle in the pan. Her hams are just perfect for the smoker. Purchasing Summer would give you fine quality of meat cuts. While I wish we could do this sale face to face and I get to shake your hand and say “THANK YOU” please know I am appreciative of your time to come to our auction to bid and make a purchase. As always thank you for your support!