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CSIF sponsoring ‘Avenue of Breeds’ at Iowa State Fair
In celebration of Iowa’s diverse livestock industry, the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers (CSIF) is proudly sponsoring the “Avenue of Breeds” at the Iowa State Fair for the fifth year in a row. The...
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Walcott hog farmers receive ‘Wergin Good Farm Neighbor’ Award
A Walcott-area farm family was presented with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award today in a ceremony on the family farm. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey presented the award to Kent and...
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New state fair ag exhibit to focus on how Iowans help feed people
The Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) will unveil a new interactive exhibit at the 2015 Iowa State Fair in Des Moines. “It Takes An Iowan” focuses on Iowans as leaders in the...
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IPPA to use new technology to promote pork during state fair
The Iowa Pork Producers Association will be promoting its various 2015 Iowa State Fair activities digitally and interactively this year using new technology offered by Clearchannel Outdoor in Des...
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First-half results reflect tough business climate for U.S. pork exports
June export data, released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), reflected a challenging first half of 2015 for U.S. pork exports. June pork exports totaled 174,554 metric...
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Mitchell Co. producers receive ‘Good Farm Neighbor Award’
Deputy Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig, Karl Fox and Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers Executive Director Brian Waddingham . The Fox family of Mitchell County was recognized Aug. 11 as the newest...
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Pork at the Iowa State Fair
This photo gallery is from the various Iowa Pork Producers Association concessions and venues at the 2015 Iowa State Fair in Des Moines. Click on any photo to view gallery. …The post Pork at the Iowa...
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Iowa farmers continue investments in water quality practices
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey announced on Aug. 28 that $3.5 million in cost share funds to help farmers install nutrient reduction practices have been obligated to farmers from all of...
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Iowa Meat Processors announce state fair bacon, ham winners
A team of Iowa State University meat experts judge the bone-in ham and bacon entries at the 2015 Iowa Meat Processors Association Cured Meats competition at the Iowa State Fair on Aug. 13. The Iowa...
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Two Iowa hog farmers vying for national award
A pair of Iowa hog farmers is among four finalists selected to become America’s Pig Farmer of the YearSM. The public can vote to determine the winner. The National Pork Board announced the finalists...
View ArticleU.S. pork exports continue to sag in July
Economic headwinds continued to slow U.S. pork exports in July, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). July pork exports totaled 166,604 metric tons...
View ArticleNPPC veterinarian nominated for antibiotic resistance council
The chief veterinarian for the National Pork Producers Council has been nominated to the Presidential Advisory Council on Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. Dr. Liz Wagstrom currently serves on...
View ArticleS. Africa pressed to lift U.S. pork restrictions
The United States and South Africa are continuing to discuss market access for U.S. meat and poultry; the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is continuing a review of the African Growth and...
View ArticleIowa pig farmers connect farm to fork during October Pork Month
Contact: Ron Birkenholz, Communications Director (800) 372-7675, rbirkenholz@iowapork.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! Iowa pig farmers connect farm to fork during October Pork Month (CLIVE, Iowa) – October...
View ArticleIowa pig farmers and Culver’s partner for October Pork Month
Contact: Kelsey Sutter, Marketing & Program Director (800) 372-7675, ksutter@iowapork.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! Iowa pig farmers and Culver’s partner for October Pork Month (CLIVE, Iowa) – The...
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IFFP kicks off campaign with ‘free’ Casey’s pizza
WHO Radio’s Van Hardin interviews Iowa Pork Producers Association President Dave Struthers of Collins and Iowa Pork Queen Christy Calderwood of Traer. Something “free” usually attracts a crowd and...
View ArticleIowa, U. S. hog numbers climb
The United States Department of Agriculture’s quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report released Sept. 25 indicates the pork industry has returned to full productivity after high feed costs and a 2013 virus...
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Iowa pig farmers connect farm to fork during Pork Month
October became known as Pork Month because it marked the time of year when hogs were traditionally marketed. Today, it serves as a celebration to thank pig farmers and share their stories with...
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State continues to advance water quality efforts
A fall cover crop The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says it has new money available for additional demonstration projects focused on expanding the use of innovative water quality...
View ArticleIPPA holds ‘pork chat’ on WHO
The Iowa Pork Producers Association kicked off Pork Month today with a special “Pork Chat” on WHO Radio’s Big Show from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 90-minute broadcast was hosted by the Big Show’s Bob...
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