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.

13 May 2025

Pork in the Pantry Provides 75,000 Servings to Those in Need

By Kevin Hall

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.

07 May 2025

From Iowa’s Farms to the Nation’s Tables: "Taste What Pork Can Do" Delivers Bold Flavor for a New Generation

By Kevin Hall

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

01 May 2025

Tickets on Sale for BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark

By Kevin Hall

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 

17 Apr 2025

Help Pick Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin — Nominations Now Open

By Kevin Hall

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

11 Apr 2025

Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon Sweeps National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Awards

By Kevin Hall

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

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