29 Oct 2025

Iowa Pork Producers Donate 38,000 Servings of Pork to Food Banks

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 29, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA), in partnership with Fareway Stores Inc, delivered $20,000 worth of ground pork to six regional food banks across Iowa and western Nebraska this week as part of an ongoing effort to fight food insecurity and support local communities. The donations equal more than 9,500 lbs of ground pork and will provide more than 38,000 servings of valuable protein to people in need.

17 Oct 2025

Hometown Heroes Named Home of 2025 Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 17, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has crowned Hometown H

03 Oct 2025

Finalists for Iowa's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest Revealed

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 3, 2025) — Iowa’s beloved Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich is back in the spotlight as the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) narrows its annual competition from forty contenders to just five finalists.

23 Sep 2025

Iowa Pork Renews NIL Partnership with Cyclones Moore, Bacon

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (September 23, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association is proud to announce a renewed name, image and likeness (NIL) partnership with Iowa State University football standouts Tyler Moore and Caleb Bacon.

06 Aug 2025

Free Tropical Leis for First 1,000 Hawaiian Hog Customers at Pork Tent

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 6, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is turning up the heat and the flavor at this year’s Iowa State Fair with the début of the Hawaiian Hog, a bold new sandwich that celebrates the versatility of pork and the creativity of Iowa’s pig farmers.

05 Aug 2025

Bacon Buddies Show Brings Communities Together at the Iowa State Fair

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 5, 2025) — One of the most heartwarming traditions at the Iowa State Fair returns for its sixth year on Saturday, August 9. Sixteen Special Olympics Iowa athletes will take center stage in the Swine Barn for the Bacon Buddies® pig show, proudly showcasing their skills alongside Iowa’s 4‑H and FFA youth.

05 Aug 2025

Harrison Furlow Joins Iowa Pork Producers Association as Director of Public Policy

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (August 5, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has named Harrison Furlow as its new Director of Public Policy. Furlow began the role on August 4, bringing extensive experience in agricultural policy, strategic communications, and producer-focused advocacy to the organization.

30 Jun 2025

Third Annual BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark Raises $20,000 for Iowa Food Banks

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 24, 2025) — Hundreds of Iowans gathered at Principal Park on June 21 for the third annual BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark, raising more than $20,000 to support food banks across the state. The family-friendly event was presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) in partnership with the Iowa Cubs and Fareway Stores.

16 Jun 2025

BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark Returns Saturday, June 21

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (June 16, 2025) — The countdown is on! BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark is back for its third year

10 Jun 2025

Iowa Pork Producers Association Welcomes 2025 Summer Interns

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (June 10, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has welcomed two Iowa State University students as summer interns. Alley Odland of Webster City, Iowa, will gain hands-on experience in promotions and communications, while Josh Wiley of Walker, Iowa, will gain hands-on experience in outreach and legislative engagement as part of IPPA’s efforts to support future leaders in the pork industry.

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