Altoona Chef Wins Culinary Contest that Kicks Off Iowa Pork Congress

Posted on January 24, 2020January 24, 2020 by Tina Hinz

Chef Ben Hayes of the Peace of Cake Café at the Facebook facility in Altoona, Iowa, took home the 1^st place honors – or Chef Par Excellence – at the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) Taste of Elegance competition. …

Many Candidates Vie for Youth Leadership Team

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Tina Hinz

Fifteen young women and men are competing for three positions on the 2020 Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) Youth Leadership Team. The competition will be held during Iowa Pork Congress Jan. 22 and 23.

The Youth Leadership Team is designed …

Youth Encouraged to Participate in Youth Swine Judging Contest

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Tina Hinz

Iowa Pork Congress event attracts hundreds

The hundreds of youth that will participate in the Iowa Pork Producers Association Youth Swine Judging Contest in January will learn more information to grow their interest in pork production, and senior level teams …

Seminars and Training at the 2020 Iowa Pork Congress

Posted on December 31, 2019December 31, 2019 by Tina Hinz

Topics range from practical information to outlooks for future decision-making

Midwest pig farmers who attend the 2020 Iowa Pork Congress on Jan. 22-23 will find a variety of educational seminar and training opportunities, along with more than 300 trade show …

IPPA Applauds House Action on USMCA

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Tina Hinz

The Iowa Pork Producers Association supports actions taken today by the U.S. House when it passed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

“Exports are important to Iowa and U.S. pig farmers, and that’s why we applaud the U.S. House for taking action …

Iowa Pork Producers Association Announces 2020 Iowa Pork Congress

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Tina Hinz

(Clive, Iowa) December 9, 2019 – The 2020 Iowa Pork Congress will be held Jan. 22 and 23 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. This event, organized by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA), is North America’s …

Fourth Annual “Give A Ham” Brings Joy (and breakfast) to Homeless Shelter

Posted on December 2, 2019December 5, 2019 by Tina Hinz

On Tuesday, December 3, a giant grocery list and giant hearts will join together in Des Moines on Giving Tuesday. The plan? Bring a hearty breakfast to people staying at Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS).

“We are thrilled with …

HOG Awards Made at the 2019 Iowa High School State Football Championships

Posted on November 25, 2019December 5, 2019 by Tina Hinz

Six Iowa high school football players took home first-year awards at the 2019 Iowa High School State Football Championships. Hog of the Game (HOG) awards went to the outstanding offensive lineman in each of the championship games. The HOG …