CLIVE, IOWA (May 13, 2025) — County pork organizations across the state stepped up in a big way this year for the Pork in the Pantry program. A total of 47 county organizations participated in the program, donating more than 18,000 pounds of pork, totaling almost 75,000 servings to help fight food insecurity in Iowa.

CLIVE, IOWA (May 7, 2025) — Pork is reintroducing itself for the first time since 2011.

CLIVE, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — Get ready for the third annual BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark, a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of all things pork — brought to you by the 

CLIVE, IOWA (April 17, 2025) — Is the breaded pork tenderloin your go-to when eating out?

CLIVE, IOWA (April 11, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” initiative was the big winner at the 

CLIVE, IOWA (April 3, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) was honored with a Leadership in Community Award from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig at the Thirteenth Annual Iowa Ag Leaders Dinner. This recognition celebrates the Bacon Buddies® program, a groundbreaking initiative created by IPPA in partnership with Special Olympics Iowa.

CLIVE, IOWA (March 10, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is proud to honor five exceptional high school girls' basketball players with the prestigious Top Producer Award. This recognition celebrates one standout player from each class following the Iowa Girls State Basketball Tournament championship games.

CLIVE, IOWA (February 10, 2025) — The 2025 Iowa Pork Congress saw a record-breaking fundraising effort for student scholarships in the pork industry. This year’s Dollars for Swine Scholars Auction raised an impressive $62,511, surpassing the previous record of $61,525 set in 2023.

CLIVE, IOWA (February 5, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) celebrated the dedication and enthusiasm of local leaders in the state's pork industry at the annual Iowa Pork Congress held in late January. The event recognized both individuals and county organizations for their contributions to promoting pork production and providing leadership in the industry.

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CLIVE, IOWA (February 4, 2025)  The annual Iowa Pork Regional Conferences return this February, continuing the long-standing partnership between the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA), Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and the Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC). These conferences provide producers with valuable research, education, and practical insights to improve their operations.

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