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08/10/2026

What's happening in this photo? 🤔

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach swine field specialist Colin Johnson is using ultrasound imaging to measure a pig's loin size and backfat depth.

Each summer, swine field specialists assist with carcass value contests at swine exhibitions across Iowa. This is an opportunity for 4-H and FFA youth and their families to learn about their pig's performance and how the industry determines pork cutout values and pricing.

How is the final carcass value determined? 🐷

The pig's starting and ending weight, along with total days on feed, are entered into a pricing matrix. Premiums are determined on a sliding scale for the ideal backfat and loin size parameters based on each individual pig's measurements at the 10th rib loin muscle area.

Finally, today's market values for pork cuts are incorporated into the equation to determine the final performance ranking. Top individuals are then recognized for their highly efficient pig! 🏆

08/10/2026

07/22/2026

The industry will evolve, but the lessons learned will stand the test of time.

Dr. Tom Baas shares insights from more than 50 years in the swine industry. From Hampshire roots in Iowa to shaping generations of breeders through Iowa State University, his message is clear: get involved, build relationships, stay adaptable, and always keep perspective.

Success isn’t measured in banners or dollars, it’s measured in the impact your genetics and mentorship have on others.

📖 Read the full feature here: https://nationalswine.aflip.in/ac4b6a94ee.html /22

03/11/2026

The National Swine Health Strategy is focused on reducing the impact of domestic diseases, keeping foreign and emerging diseases out.

03/11/2026

Dr. Jason Ross has built a career defined by service to Iowa’s pork industry, dedication to Iowa State University, and a deep belief in the future of agriculture. Raised in Poweshiek County, he grew up on a diversified farm with crops, pigs, and cattle. That interest carried him to Iowa State University in 1996, where an animal reproduction course and hands-on work with the Edler Brothers in State Center helped shape his career path and strengthen his commitment to livestock production. Iowa State University-Animal Science

We were pleased to honor Dr. Ross as a 2025 Honorary Master Pork Producer during the 2026 Iowa Pork Congress.

Watch his full story in the video linked in comments ⬇⬇⬇

03/11/2026

Speed Herrig of Wall Lake is an Iowa icon. He has spent a lifetime turning good food and good humor into powerful promotion for pork producers. Raised on the century farm where he still lives and works, Speed’s story began with chores and hand pitching hog manure, lessons that built his work ethic and his lifelong respect for the families who raise pigs. Today, that same farm is home to his automotive repair shop and close to the headquarters of Cookies Food Products, including
Cookies Bar "B" "Q" Sauce, a barbecue brand that has helped put Iowa pork on plates across the country.

We were very pleased to recognize Speed as a 2025 Honorary Master Pork Producer during the 2026 Iowa Pork Congress.

Watch Speed's story in the video linked in comments ⬇⬇⬇

02/10/2026

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XaGdis3dPaYBDoCf9RN83?si=0d385f1892664b15&nd=1&dlsi=2e9e1ed01a84459e

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01/22/2026

Please join us in congratulating our new Iowa Pork Producers Association President Dean Frazer! Dean is a farmer from Grundy County whose family has been raising pigs for more than 155 years.

01/22/2026

That’s a wrap on Iowa Pork Congress 2026. Thank you everyone who attended. It’s been a great week. We’ll see you in January 2027!

01/21/2026

The amazing is at Iowa Pork Congress serving up some delicious smoked pork loin for our Dollars for Swine Scholars Auction. We love Thyron!