Here’s a round-up of pork industry news, including partnership in food relief, leadership, sustainability, educational support and experience opportunities.
GROWMARK and Midwest Food Bank Partner in Food Relief to Ukraine
This harvest, farmers in participating regions can make an in-kind donation of grain at Growmark member cooperative elevators, with proceeds directly benefitting Ukraine food relief efforts.
By simply requesting to sell grain on behalf of Midwest Food Bank, bushels are sold immediately and funds are sent directly to Midwest Food Bank. In partnership with humanitarian groups in Ukraine, these funds support the Tender Mercies program. Every dollar provided creates four meals, so 1 bu. of corn could provide more than 20 meals, and 1 bu. of soybeans more than 50.
Donations can be made now through Jan. 31, 2023.
Tyson Foods Announces Leadership Team Changes
Three key changes in the Tyson Foods’ enterprise leadership team have been announced as part of its effort to focus on the future while delivering operational excellence, the release says.
Stewart Glendinning will transition from executive vice president and chief financial officer to the position of group president of prepared foods.
John R. Tyson will fill Glendinning’s place as chief financial officer and will continue to lead enterprise strategy and sustainability activities as art of the company’s commitment to developing a more sustainable protein supply.
Amy Tu will transition from executive vice president, chief legal officer and secretary of global governance and corporate affairs to her new role, president of international and chief administrative officer.
Arm & Hammer Commits to Sustainability
Arm & Hammer recently announced its start on a sustainability journey. Their program, #ScienceHearted, focuses on three pillars:
- Responsible Animal Production—furthering responsible animal production in providing better overall health and nutrition, non-antibiotic solutions to reduce the use of antibiotics in food production and increase animal welfare.
- Environment—identifying ways to help customers reduce their environmental footprint with new technologies, as well as continuing to sustainably source the company’s ingredients.
- People—secure a safe and wholesome global food supply, supporting those working within the food chain at ARM & HAMMER, through access to training and development opportunities, as well as health and wellness programs.
Pork Industry Scholars Receive Support in Education
Twenty-five college and university students returned to school this fall with $39,000 in scholarships to help support their interest in pork industry careers, says the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA), with funding provided by the Iowa Pork Foundation; the family of the late Jim Ledger, a Washington County pig farmer; the Iowa Pork Producers Association; and the Iowa Purebred Swine Council.
A full list of the scholarship recipients can be found on the IPPA website.
Illinois Pork Producers Association Internship Application Open
Serving as a representative of the Illinois Pork Producers Association, the State Ambassador intern serves for one year, working in the Springfield, Ill. office during the summer.
With an education and communication focus, duties of the intern include:
• Manage the birthing center at the 2023 Illinois State Fair
• Attend Summer Ag Institutes for teachers to present about pork
• Attend the annual youth leadership summer trip
• Attend various other summer events
A list of qualifications and compensation information can be found on the Illinois Pork Producers Association website. The deadline to apply is Oct. 28, 2022.
