Ohio

Through the “Pork Power” initiative, Ohio pig farmers are bridging the gap between rural production and urban centers by donating $11,000 to provide essential, high-quality protein to thousands of families across Cleveland, Cincinnati and Columbus.
Celebrating the people behind Ohio Pork’s progress and momentum, these awards recognize the hard work and ongoing commitment they have shown to make the pork industry better every day.
With a record number of 18 breakout sessions and a keynote by sought-after consumer economist Leo Feler, the 2026 Ohio Pork Congress will be the most expansive ever, says Cheryl Day, Ohio Pork Council executive vice president.
Nutrient-dense pork offers much needed protein to meals.
Delighted fairgoers and celebrity judges determine top honors at popular state fair event.

It’s not about PR stunts — this is about building bridges between rural communities and decision-makers, says Cheryl Day, Ohio Pork Council executive vice president.
The budget specifically dedicates funding for the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, keeping the state’s diagnostic labs ready for emerging threats.
A recent court injunction delayed the state’s Feral Swine Bill from going into effect in late March, to the dismay of Ohio pork producers.
Pork producers gather to recognize the hard work and dedication that so many have made to help make Ohio’s pork industry better.
Tariffs, global demand and sustainability drew producers in for day two of the Ohio Pork Congress in Lima.
From influenza and porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome to H5N1 and sow care, here’s a glimpse of what we heard at the Swine Health Symposium in Ohio.
Event features swine health, economics, product innovation, and more.
Ohio has become the sixth state where dairy cattle have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as bird flu.
Ale Yeah BBQ was the big winner, taking double top honors of Grand Champion Pork Ribs and Grand Champion Pulled Pork.
Unique show-pig experience offered to youth with disabilities.
Putting sow health and sow happiness above all else is priority one, according to Summer Doty, one of our featured Barn Heroes. She shares more on AgriTalk about her experience as a farrowing barn manager.
With more than 65,000 pig farms in the U.S. today that’s a lot of pig farmers and different ways to raise pigs. Using social platforms allows producers to connect with other farmers and consumers.
On behalf of all the Ohio pork producers, the Ohio Pork Council partners with three community-based nonprofits to bring high-quality, nutrient-dense protein to those in need.
At Ohio Pork Congress, several volunteers were recognized for outstanding contributions to the Ohio pork industry in areas of industry excellence, service, promotion, management and as a friend of the pork industry.
If development surrounds your farmland and you are feeling pressured to make a decision, here’s what to consider before you shake hands with a buyer.
High food costs are putting an unprecedented squeeze on consumers with limited income and the food banks that serve them.
Chef Aaron Braun, Meadowlark Restaurant, took top honors at the Ohio Pork Council’s Taste of Elegance Chef Competition and Legislative Reception, earning the coveted Chef Par Excellence award.
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