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RSS NPPC News Release

  • NPPC Applauds the Philippines’ Decision to Import More Pork April 7, 2021
    WASHINGTON, D.C., April 7, 2021 – To combat rising pork prices and stabilize supplies, the Philippine government announced today it will provide more market access for pork imports. Securing better access to the Philippines market has been a top, long-term trade priority for the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). “Since 2019, the Philippines has been […]
  • For the Week Ending March 5, 2021 March 5, 2021
    HOUSE BILL INTRODUCED TO ADDRESS AGRICULTURAL LABOR SHORTAGEOne of NPPC’s top priorities this year is labor reform to address the serious labor shortage on U.S. hog farms and in processing plants. Legislation introduced on Wednesday in the U.S. House of Representatives would reform the H-2A visa program to address the agricultural labor shortage. The Farm […]
  • Bill Addressing Agriculture Labor ‘Step in the Right Direction’ March 4, 2021
    WASHINGTON, D.C., March 4, 2021 – Legislation introduced on Wednesday in the U.S. House of Representatives, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, would reform the H-2A visa program to address the agricultural labor shortage. Among other provisions, it would amend the H-2A program to allow a capped number of visas for farmworkers to work year-round. The following statement […]

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WPA Offers Youth Pig Project Scholarships

Posted on January 22, 2021January 29, 2021 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association Youth Committee is once again offering Youth Pig Project scholarships. These scholarships are designed to assist 4-H and FFA members in establishing swine projects that can lead to development of life skills and career opportunities in …

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WPA Recognizes Scholarship Recipients

Posted on January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) would like to recognize the 2021 scholarship recipients.  Eight high school seniors and college students were awarded a total of $6,900 in scholarships.

WPA Scholarship

This scholarship is presented each year to high school seniors …

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Schulenberg, Hillebrand, Whitehead, and Stangler Selected to Participate in Pork Mentorship Program

Posted on January 18, 2021January 29, 2021 by Amy Busch

Mia Hillebrand, Hailey Schulenberg, Michelle Stangler, and Essie Whitehead have been selected as the next class of participants in Wisconsin Pork Association’s Pork Mentorship Program. The pork mentorship program, which has a strong focus on career development, is designed to …

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College Students Encouraged to Apply for Pork Mentorship Program

Posted on November 13, 2020January 29, 2021 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association youth committee is encouraging Wisconsin college students with a passion for agriculture and interest in the swine industry to apply for the Pork Mentorship Program. Prior experience in the pork industry is not required. Applications for …

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WPA To Host Producer Outreach Meetings

Posted on March 18, 2019March 18, 2019 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) is reaching out to all pork producers to get their feedback on industry issues and programs. Pork producers may select from four locations and may attend whatever meeting works best for their schedule.  Each event …

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Youth Receive Pig Project Grants

Posted on February 21, 2019February 21, 2019 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association Youth Committee recently awarded 27 youth with $50 grants to help offset the costs of their upcoming 4-H and FFA swine projects. The Youth Pig Project grant program began in 2003 to encourage youth to become …

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Representative Tauchen Receives Distinguished WPA Award

Posted on February 14, 2019February 14, 2019 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association presented Representative Gary Tauchen with their 2018 Distinguished Legislator Award on February 1 during their annual convention. As a staunch voice for Wisconsin agriculture, Representative Tauchen knows farming because he is a farmer.

Representative Tauchen is …

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Pork Association Honors Producers, Industry Members

Posted on February 14, 2019February 14, 2019 by Amy Busch

The Wisconsin Pork Association recently recognized producers and industry members for their dedicated service at the 2019 Pork and Corn/Soy Expo, held on January 31 and February 1 in Wisconsin Dells.

Producer Honoree Award

Each year, the Wisconsin Pork Association …

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WPA Membership Elects Directors, Officers and Pork Act Delegates

Posted on February 12, 2019February 12, 2019 by Amy Busch

Wisconsin Pork Association members gathered for the 2019 Annual Meeting on January 31 at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. President Jim Magolski provided a year-end review pork association activities. Bill Gnatzig reviewed the 2019 resolutions. Key resolutions included a …

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Taste of Elegance Auctions Raise Nearly $9,000 for WPA Programs

Posted on February 12, 2019February 12, 2019 by Amy Busch

Nearly $9,000 will be invested in Wisconsin Pork Association programs, including youth scholarships and activities, as a result of the annual pie and silent auctions held during the 2019 Taste of Elegance reception.

Throughout the evening of January 31, Taste …

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