25 Jan 2024

Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) Honors Iowa's Master Pork Producers

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (January 25, 2024) — Iowa’s Master Pork Producers for 2023 were announced Wednesday night at the Iowa Pork Congress banquet in Des Moines. A Master Pork Producer award denotes an individual’s or family’s excellence in pork production, as measured by pork production statistics, dedication to We Care® principles, and contributions to their community.

24 Jan 2024

"Italian Soul Food" Wins Chef Event that Kicks Off Iowa Pork Congress

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (January 24, 2024) — A chef from Iowa State University won this year’s Taste competition, which traditionally kicks off Iowa Pork Congress week in Des Moines.

24 Jan 2024

Matt Gent Named New President of Iowa Pork Producers Association

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (January 24, 2024) — Washington County pig farmer Matt Gent is the new president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA). He took over the role during the organization’s annual meeting in Des Moines on January 23. Gent and his family own a farrow-to-finish swine enterprise called Prairie Pork near Wellman. They also grow corn and soybeans.

27 Dec 2023

Iowa Pork Congress Coming to Des Moines January 24 and 25

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (December 27, 2023) — The 2024 Iowa Pork Congress, North America’s largest winter swine trade show, tak

20 Dec 2023

Iowa Pork Wins Best Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Deal of 2023 Award for Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon Promotion

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (December 20, 2023) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing initiative with Iowa State football players was named the 

08 Dec 2023

$10,000 of Pork Donated to Iowa Food Banks as Need Soars

By Kevin Hall

Holding packages of donated pork are, from left, Linda Schroeder, Remsen; Dean Frazer, Conrad; and Lance Heuser, Manson. All are members of the Iowa Pork Producers Association board of directors

16 Nov 2023

Youth Swine Judging Contest Awards $4,750 in Scholarships

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (November 16, 2023) — Six teams of Iowa youth won scholarships while participating in the Senior Division of the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) 

08 Nov 2023

Iowa Pork Adds Zach Lovett to "Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon" NIL Initiative with Cyclone Players

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (November 8, 2023) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing initiative with Iowa State football players is adding another new member: Linebacker Zach Lovett.

19 Oct 2023

Iowa Elementary Students Invited to Learn with Pigs

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 19, 2023) — Iowa elementary-school students will have the chance to learn about life on a pig farm through a virtual visit on Thursday, October 26. The Iowa Pork Producers Association is working with the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation (IALF) to host a "Learning with Pigs Farmchat®." Students can join IALF's Education Program Coordinator Alex Osborn virtually as she tours the Benton County pig farm of Todd and Denise Wiley.

02 Oct 2023

Finalists Named for Iowa's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE IOWA (October 2, 2023) — Following a record high of more than 9,000 nominations, the prestigious title of “Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin” is down to just five restaurants.

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