Latest News From Iowa

On Monday, February 5 the news of Bill Northey’s passing quickly spread through the agriculture industry, of which he dedicated his professional life to serving.

The survey uses records from ag retailers to measure the use of cover crops, nutrient management and conservation tillage and no-till by Iowa growers.

The Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation celebrated another successful Operation Christmas Meal this December, distributing 24,000 pork loins to 23 communities across Iowa during the annual event.

The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral 'Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon' marketing initiative with Iowa State football players is adding a new element: Linebacker Alec Cook.

Authorities first became aware of the incident when a man called 911 reporting his son was shooting at him. Dispatchers also received a call that livestock were running loose and there was a fire on the property.

Elementary school students across Iowa are in for an exciting educational adventure that offers a real-time experience to engage with a pig farmer, ask questions and better understand where their food comes from.

Iowa farmers, get out your toenail clippers! Anna Proctor, a University of Iowa Ph.D. student, is collecting samples for a study she will conduct later this year using Iowa farmers’ toenails to assess chemical exposure.

The inaugural BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark, held on July 15 at Principal Park in Des Moines, generated over $20,000 worth of ground pork, which will be distributed to Iowa food banks and pantries.

The rapid runup in land values caused farmland values to hit historic levels over the past two years. The dynamics are starting to shift, as input prices, interest rates and commodity prices are eating into outlooks.

Congress's ag committees on Monday received a letter, urging them to prioritize ag research infrastructure in the farm bill. According to a report, universities need a $50 billion ag research infrastructure overhaul.

Voted as the best pulled pork in Iowa for 2023, Marshalltown’s The Flying Elbow claims top honors of the sixth-annual Pulled Pork Madness, a social media contest sponsored by the Iowa Pork Producers Association.

Expanding on the successful Bacon Buddies swine shows at the Iowa State Fair, the Iowa Pork Producers Association encourages groups across the state to organize their own shows through ‘Bucks for Bacon Buddies.’

Honoring the individual’s or family’s excellence in pork production, Iowa’s Master Pork Producers and Partners for 2022 were recently announced at the 2023 Iowa Pork Congress in Des Moines.

A lesser-known cut of pork challenged competing chefs during the 36th annual Taste event, hosted by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) at Iowa Pork Congress in Des Moines.

Seven high school football athletes received Hog of the Game (HOG) honors for their play in the Iowa state championship football games.

First announcing the collaborative in March 2022, construction of the AMVC and Landus feed mill in Hamlin, Iowa, is underway with full operation expected by summer 2024.

Three Florida men have been arrested for stealing semi-loads of frozen beef and pork from packing plants across the Midwest since June 2021.

A car dealership-turned-restaurant is where you’ll find Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin for 2022. Lid’s Bar & Grill in Waukon, owned by Kelly and Dan Liddiard, earns top honors.

Where can you find the best breaded pork tenderloin in Iowa? The five finalists have been announced for IPPA’s 2022 contest.

Roeslein Alternative Energy (RAE) and partners will use funding in a five-year pilot project to demonstrate a climate-smart future for corn, soybean, livestock and renewable natural gas production.

While fair foods are a favorite for many fair-goers, those attending the Iowa State Fair will find a new menu item available that combines all the pork picnic favorites into a convenient to-go cup!

The Iowa Court of Appeals finds “a genuine issue of material fact” in former Swift Pork employee age-discrimination case. The Court suggests a remand for trial.

Starbeck’s Smokehouse earned the sweet taste of victory for receiving the most votes in the social media contest, Pulled Pork Madness, presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA).

Iowa’s second ‘ag-gag’ law, creating criminal charges for those who gain access to an agricultural facility using deception to cause physical or economic harm, has been ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge.

Competition is heating up to find the best pulled pork sandwich in IPPA's Pulled Pork Madness. “It’s just a great way to remind folks that restaurants in all parts of Iowa have pork on the menu," said Hannah Spurr.

Over 400 employees of Seaboard Triumph Foods will receive $331,807 in back wages due to violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Iowa counties with organized and active local pork groups were recognized at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress for their efforts in 2021 to grow membership and increase local activities.

These women and men involved in Iowa's pork industry are both enthusiastic, promote pork and pig production, as well as provide leadership to their county organizations.

A third-generation farmer, Kevin Triggs of Triggs Show Pigs is the 2021 Master Seedstock Producer, exemplifying integrity, leadership and success in the production and promotion of the purebred swine industry.

From starting their farm, to adding a manure hauling business, to implementing conservation measures, and being active members of their community, Todd and Mary Kay Wegener earn the 2021 Environmental Steward Award.

Four Iowa Pork Regional Conferences will be held in February. Each will provide PQA+ training, as well as multiple speakers discussing swine health, economic issues, and marketing.

Chef Chad Myers of Bellevue, Iowa takes home first place in the Taste competition held at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress, featuring the special ingredient ground pork in his Mexican street tacos.

Due to excellence in production and serving as positive partners to Iowa pork production, Master Pork Producers and Master Pork Partners were named at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress.

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and long-time policy influencer Jerry Fitzgerald were recognized as Honorary Master Pork Producers at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress.

The work of pig farmers is the core of a vital pork industry in Iowa, says a new study. To put it into perspective, 147,105 Iowa jobs are created by the pork industry through direct, indirect and induced jobs.

Farmers across Iowa are dealing with the heartbreaking aftermath of a rare derecho windstorm that turned what was looking like a record corn crop into potentially deep losses. Watch footage from Kelly Sheets' farm.

Iowa's pig farmers continue to battle against economic situations that are causing an expected average loss in 2020 of $37 per pig. When added up, that's a $2.1 billion dollar loss to 5,400 pig farmers around the state.

Like many things in 2020, the ninth-annual Iowa Swine Day is moving forward, but with a different look and feel, conference organizers say.

Researchers have documented the potential for feed ingredients to transport viruses as well as potential mitigation steps that can reduce this risk. However, potential nutritional challenges must be understood, too.

Tyson Foods is suspending operations at its Waterloo plant indefinitely due to outbreaks of COVID-19.

COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and business closures have left many Iowa workers jobless, and food banks in the state are scrambling to keep up with a surge in demand. Iowa pork producers are stepping up to help. 

Chet and Cassie Mogler open up about their journey to become foster parents and how they are sharing the gift of farm life.

Find out more about the 2020 winner of Pulled Pork Madness, a bracket-style social media contest presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association.

Bracket-style contest lets pork fans choose Iowa's best pulled pork sandwich.

Witnessing the birth of pigs helps thousands of consumers connect firsthand with the animals and farmers during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.

New coordinators will serve the Floyd, Middle Cedar and North Raccoon watersheds.

Jacob Handsaker of Radcliffe, Iowa, has been named the 2020 Emerging Iowa Leader by the Iowa State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

For fifth-generation farmers Aaron and Alyce Nieland of Breda, Iowa, being named the 2019 recipients of the Pork All-American Award by the Iowa Pork Producers Association is not something they take lightly. 

Iowa Pork Producers Association Youth Swine Judging Contest encourages kids to get excited about the pork industry and awards top competitors with $4,500 in scholarships.

Bill Owen and his son, Bob, were named the 2019 Master Seedstock Award winners by the Iowa Purebred Swine Council during the Iowa Pork Congress held recently in Des Moines.