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An agricultural fair in Tartu, Estonia, featured a unique pig imitation contest to raise awareness for the struggling local pig farming sector. Contestants mimicked various pig sounds, entertaining judges and spectators alike.

Pig Imitation Contest Held in Tartu

A quirky pig imitation contest was held at an agricultural fair in Tartu, Estonia, last Saturday. Over a dozen participants competed, hoping to 'squeal' their way to victory by mimicking pig sounds. Judges from the pig farming industry evaluated the contestants on authenticity, power, and entertainment value. Both young and old participants offered their best swine-like sounds, ranging from squeals, grunts, and grumbles to one contestant's opera-inspired pig wail.

Winner's Preparation and Industry Awareness

Andrus Maileht was eventually crowned the winner of the competition. He mentioned spending three days preparing at home after hearing about the contest on the radio. The organizers aimed to draw attention to the difficult situation of pig farmers in Estonia. Made Britta Eensalu, competition organizer and farmer, stated that the event was a "funny way to bring pigs into focus." She added that due to African swine fever, the sector faces challenges, and the competition allowed people to connect with the animals. Maileht received a voucher for half a pig and sausages as a prize for his impressive performance.

*Source: YouTube: France 24 English (2026-04-26)*

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