IPPA Statement: Pork Producers ‘Frustrated’ by Supreme Court Opinion on Prop 12

Posted on May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 by Tina Hinz

On May 11, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a challenge to a California law that mandates more space for breeding pigs, also called Proposition 12. The justices upheld a decision to dismiss a lawsuit by the National Pork Producers Council…

Pork Producers Provide 50,000 Meals for Underprivileged Iowans

Posted on May 9, 2023May 9, 2023 by Tina Hinz

The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s new Pork in the Pantry program provided more than 50,000 meals for underprivileged Iowans over the past few months. Forty county pork producer organizations worked with the state association to donate pork to local food …

Tickets on sale for first BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark event in Des Moines

Posted on May 4, 2023May 8, 2023 by Tina Hinz

Tickets are on sale for the inaugural BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark. The event takes place on Saturday, July 15 at Principal Park in Des Moines from noon to 4 p.m. There is no baseball game that day, …

Tell Us Your Favorite Iowa Tenderloin

Posted on April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 by Tina Hinz

Nominations accepted through June 5

Iowans love breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, and restaurants across the state pride themselves on serving up unique renditions of this regional staple. The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is once again asking loyal fans to …

Wanted: Iowa’s Best Backyard Barbecuers

Posted on April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 by Tina Hinz

The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is partnering with the Iowa Cubs and Cactus Cares to host the inaugural BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark. The event will feature a Backyard BBQ Competition, with proceeds benefiting local food pantries. Amateur …

Marshalltown Restaurant Voted Best Pulled Pork in Iowa

Posted on March 31, 2023March 31, 2023 by Tina Hinz

Pulled pork has gone from a rotating special to a menu favorite at The Flying Elbow in Marshalltown. Now, the classic sandwich has earned statewide attention as the winner of the sixth-annual Pulled Pork Madness,

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Vote for Your Favorites in Iowa’s Pulled Pork Madness Bracket

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Tina Hinz

March Madness tips off this week with college basketball teams battling for the No. 1 spot in the nation. But you don’t have to live and breathe hoops to cheer on restaurants vying for Iowa’s best pulled pork sandwich.

Pulled …

Iowa Pork Welcomes New Communications Director

Posted on March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 by Tina Hinz

The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has named Kevin Hall of Ankeny as its communications director. Hall will be responsible for developing and implementing the association’s strategic communications plan, including issues management and public relations projects and campaigns. He’ll also …

Iowa Culinary Students Compete for Best Pork Entree

Posted on March 9, 2023March 10, 2023 by Tina Hinz

Culinary students were challenged to create their tastiest pork blade steak entrée for the annual student Taste competition, hosted by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA).

Eight teams from four Iowa colleges and universities had two hours in the …

Five Top Producer Awards Made at Girls’ State Tourney

Posted on March 8, 2023March 8, 2023 by Tina Hinz

The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) named five Top Producer award winners at the end of the Iowa Girls State Basketball Tournament on March 4. The Top Producer award, sponsored by the Iowa Pork Producers Association …

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