Bill Addressing Agriculture Labor ‘Step in the Right Direction’ March 4, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 4, 2021 – Legislation introduced on Wednesday in the U.S. House of Representatives, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, would reform the H-2A visa program to address the agricultural labor shortage. Among other provisions, it would amend the H-2A program to allow a capped number of visas for farmworkers to work year-round. The following statement […]
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Ten Students Receive Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarships March 3, 2021
DES MOINES, IA, March 3, 2021 – The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) today awarded scholarships to 10 college students who intend to pursue careers in the pork industry. The Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship program is sponsored by CME Group and the National Pork Industry Foundation, and managed and administered by NPPC. The award was […]
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NPPC Elects New Officers, Board Members March 3, 2021
DES MOINES, IA, March 3, 2021 – The National Pork Producers Council today elected new officers and members to its board of directors at its National Pork Industry Forum. Jen Sorenson was introduced as the 2021-2022 NPPC president. For the past decade, Sorenson has been with Iowa Select Farms, an Iowa farming business that markets more than […]
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Foreign Animal Disease Resources

Posted on April 12, 2019 by Jenny Araquistain

African Swine Fever Risk Means It’s Time for Action

The African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in China and in many other countries around the world is wreaking havoc on the international pork industry. Fortunately, ASF is not in the …

National Pork Board Continues To Lead on Antibiotic Awareness

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Jenny Araquistain

Contact: Cindy Cunningham

National Pork Board

ccunningham@pork.org
(515) 223-2600

National Pork Board Continues To Lead on Antibiotic Awareness
Ongoing research, education and engagement remain center stage

DES MOINES, IOWA — June 8, 2016 — The National Pork Board continues

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Media Statement on HSUS Video Footage

Posted on May 9, 2012June 2, 2015 by PorkAdmin

Media Statement on HSUS Video Footage
5-8-12

Wyoming Pork Producers Council condemns and does not defend the mistreatment of animals. We strongly believe the proper care of pigs is essential to both animal and farmer well-being. It is the responsibility …

WPPC Partners with 4H Showcase Showdown for Annual Meeting in June

Posted on March 28, 2012June 2, 2015 by PorkAdmin

Press Statement – For Immediate Release

Wyoming Pork Producers Council
Anne L. Miller, Executive Director
PO Box 497
Jordan, MT 59337
(406) 557-2980 Office
(406) 853-3610 Cell
wyomingpork@yahoo.com

April 24, 2012

WPPC Partners with 4H Showcase Showdown

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