The Washington County Pork Producers are seeking contestants for the 2026 Royalty. 

Female students in their junior or senior year of high school can compete for Washington County Pork Queen and Pork Princess, while any junior or senior can apply to become the Pork Youth Ambassador. 

Members of the Washington County Pork Royalty serve as spokespersons for the industry. The individual named queen will compete in the Iowa State Pork Queen Contest at the Iowa Pork Congress in January 2027.

The competitions include a biography sheet, a 3-5 minute speech on a topic relevant to the pork industry, an interview, and a self-presentation. If selected as queen, a $400 dollar stipend will be given to cover costs during the reign. The ambassador will receive $200, with half of the stipends paid at the beginning of the reign, and half at the end.

For more information on the Washington County Pork Royalty Contest visit this story at KCIIRadio.com

Contact: Natalie Horesowsky at 319-461-6734.