Latest News From Minnesota Pork Board

Experience, dedication and commitment to the land are why Jay Moore received the 2024 Environmental Steward of the Year award by the Minnesota Pork Board. Being a good neighbor is of upmost importance to him. Here's why.

Pride for what came before them and a desire to continue the legacy centers the work of the Anderson Family and Anderson Farms of Belgrade, Minn. 

Representing agriculture has been a lifelong mission for Minnesota Senator Bill Weber. His passion for advocating for agriculture has been apparent and genuine throughout his time in office.

Leading by example sets the standards on a team by building trust, creating a collaborative environment and forming a culture of accountability. This is how Aaron Hoffmann of Schwartz Farms Inc. shows up as a manager.

The ability to connect people to each other and agriculture and the ability to identify challenges before they happen are two talents Dave Preisler used throughout his career working on behalf of Minnesota pig farmers.

The Minnesota Pork Board recognized Jim Veldkamp’s farm transfer of ownership to the Kracht family as this year’s Family of the Year award recipient.

The Minnesota Pork Board recognizes Chef Donnie Schoenrock, proud owner of the renowned Kat’s Hog Heaven restaurant, as this year’s Pork Promoter of the Year Award recipient.

From farm overalls to dress suits, Rep. Rod Hamilton spent his career reaching a respectful hand out across party lines to find solutions for Minnesota farmers.

The Minnesota Pork Board recognizes Adam Ziemke of Waseca, Minnesota, as this year’s Swine Manager of the Year award recipient.

The Minnesota Pork Board recognizes this year’s Environmental Steward of the Year award recipient, Adam Barka, who is passionate about thriving rural communities and the people within them.

This year's Minnesota Pork Board Distinguished Service award recipient, Reuben Bode, embodies everything pure and good that pork producers stand for.

With decades of culinary experience that spans the country, Minnesota's Pork Promoter of the year, Chef Charlie Torgerson says, “I love to show people there’s more to pork than just a shoulder, bacon and ribs.”

A true advocate for the state's pig farmers and rural America, the Minnesota Pork Board recognizes Rep. Collin Peterson as the first Legislator of Distinction award recipient.

Brian Majerus, the 2022 Swine Manager of the Year’s humble leadership and strong work ethic have guided him through his career, driving him to pursue swine management head-on.

Four new members of the Minnesota Pork Board of Directors were elected to represent the state's 3,000 pig farming families.

Human and animal health are on people’s minds now more than ever. Dr. Peter Davies' lifelong career researching both subjects made him a logical recipient of the Minnesota Pork Board's 2022 Distinguished Service Award.

David Preisler, long-time CEO of the Minnesota Pork Producers Association and Minnesota Pork Board, announced his plans to retire from the organization effective June 1, 2022.

The Minnesota Pork Board recognized individuals and families who have made significant contributions through pork promotion, consumer and producer education, youth mentoring and service to the pork industry.

Four individuals were elected to serve on the Minnesota Pork Board Executive Board at the Minnesota Pork Board’s annual meeting in Minneapolis.

The Minnesota Pork Board selected Logan Tesch of Sibley County as the 2019-2020 Minnesota Pork Ambassador.