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Meet the people behind the pork.

Raising pigs and producing nutritious pork for our communities takes time and dedication. But farmers don’t do things like they used to, and five years from now, it will probably be different again.

That’s because farmers are always evaluating and improving the way they farm, taking advantage of new learning, data, technology and experience to understand what works, what doesn’t and what can be better.

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Meet the
Hinkeldey Family
from Aurelia, Iowa
Aaron Hinkeldey is a fifth-generation pig farmer from Aurelia, Iowa. Aaron and his wife, Nicole, are proudly raising their three young children on the same farm where he grew up. For the Hinkeldeys, caring for pigs is more than a job – it’s a lifestyle – and a way to support their rural community.
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Schleisman Family
from Lake City, Iowa
Mark and Melissa Schleisman embrace farming as a family affair, with each member of their family having a role in their farm. Beyond their commitment to animal care, the Schleismans are known as environmental leaders, working to leave the land and water better for the next generation.
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Dr. Cara Haden
swine veterinarian from Independence, Iowa
Swine veterinarian Dr. Cara Haden works with farms of all sizes to ensure the health and welfare of their animals. Dr. Haden is also a wife and mom to young kids and shares her work with the world.
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Ditch family
from Center Point, Iowa
After years in the suburbs, Matt and Melissa Ditch decided to change career paths and return to the farm to raise their family and pigs. Like others in their community, the Ditches share a passion and commitment for hard work, family and being good neighbors.
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Lundell family
from Kiron, Iowa
Brothers Brian and Brad Lundell are continuing their family farm tradition by working together to care for their pigs and the land and water around them. They also give back to their communities, including serving on the local fire department.
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Kevin and Lisa Rasmussen
from Goldfield, Iowa
Kevin and Lisa Rasmussen know that it takes a village to be successful farmers, including neighbors, local businesses and veterinarians. The Rasmussens want to be remembered for giving back to their community and caring for the land for future generations.
Meet the Farmers , Kevin and Lisa Rasmussen

Pig Farmers’ Priorities: Pigs. People. Environment.

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