With the generous community support and almost half of the WACO High School participating in ag education, the Wayland Community, WACO Community School District and WACO FFA welcome all to join in the celebration ribbon cutting of the Eichelberger Farms Agri Science Center to the public.

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WAYLAND, Iowa — Pork Industry News Brief

Pork Industry News with Rachel Fishback — In Case You Missed It.

A growing agricultural education program in southeast Iowa is creating new opportunities for students while strengthening connections between classrooms and real-world agriculture. At WACO ...

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois — The Illinois Pork Producers Association (IPPA) has named the Leman Family of Eureka as the 2026 IPPA Family of the Year, recognizing decades of leadership, pork promotion, and long-term commitment to Illinois pig farming.
Leman Farms Inc., a third-generation, family-owned ...

Sharing Agriculture with Area Business Professionals in Iowa

Leadership Washington Ag Day, where community leaders, business professionals, and local decision-makers explored the farms, families, and agribusinesses that power Iowa’s agricultural economy.

From livestock production and pig farmi...

Behind the Scenes of Pig Farming | Clinton County 4-H Visits The Maschhoffs | Pork Industry News
Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes in modern pig farming? 🐷 Clinton County 4-H students recently got an exclusive inside look at the pork industry during a special visit to The Maschhoffs corp...

Missouri pork producers recently gathered to celebrate the strength of the pork industry and honor leaders who have made a lasting impact on agriculture in the state.
At the annual banquet hosted by the Missouri Pork Association, pork producers, industry partners, and agricultural leaders came to...

The Illinois Pork Producers Association has announced Katie Brown as the 2026 IPPA President, marking a new chapter of leadership focused on innovation, workforce solutions, and the future of pig farming in Illinois.
Brown is a fifth-generation hog farmer who grew up on a sow farm and today opera...

Borgic Farms is investing in the future of agriculture by developing the next generation of leaders in pork production. In this Pork Industry News update, we’re highlighting an exciting leadership training opportunity designed specifically for people working in modern swine production.
Borgic Far...

In this episode of Pork Industry News, In Case You Missed It, Rachel Fishback shares critical cold-weather management tips from PigTek to help pork producers protect their pigs, barns, and profitability during harsh winter conditions.
As temperatures drop, swine barns face increased risks includi...

Stray Voltage Farm Problem? This Company May Be Able To Help Your Farm!

Wisconsin Titan Ryan Kelly highlighted a dairy farmer's struggle with stray voltage. If you're facing the same issue on your farm, I met 0 Tolerance/Current Defense & Supply at South Dakota Pork Congress and Iowa Pork Congr...

Leadership, policy, and the future of pork production take center stage in this Pork Industry News interview with Joshua Maschhoff, Director of Production & Flow at The Maschhoffs and a sixth-generation pork producer from Clinton County, Illinois.

Hosted by Rachel Fishback, Josh and Rachel talk ...

n this episode of Pork Industry News with Rachel Fishback, we highlight the newly announced Pork Leadership Institute Class of 2026, presented by the National Pork Producers Council and National Pork Board.
This premier leadership development program equips pork producers with the knowledge, conf...

Canada–U.S. Pork Industry Roundtable | Iowa, U.S. & Canadian Leaders Discuss Trade, Animal Health & Collaboration

This important meeting brought together leaders from Iowa, the United States, and Canada to discuss the future of pork production, international trade, animal health, disease prevent...

Midwest Livestock showcased feedline tube covers for everyone tired of looking at tape covering holes but want a temporary solution before replacing feed lines.

FeedFlo is offering free servive on select feedflo products in celebration of 5 years.

More coverage coming from Iowa Pork Congress

In 2026, The Parks Companies marks a major milestone — 50 years of leadership in the pork industry.
For five decades, The Parks Companies has helped shape modern pork production through hard work, dedication, and a commitment to responsible pig farming. This anniversary honors the people behind t...

I’m Rachel Fishback with Pork Industry News, reporting from the South Dakota Pork Congress, where pork producers and industry leaders from across the Midwest gathered to celebrate leadership, innovation, and commitment to pork production.

At this year’s event, Lynch Livestock was honored as the ...

One of the pork industry’s largest and most influential events is heading back to Iowa.

In this Pork Industry News update, Rachel Fishback previews the 2026 Iowa Pork Congress, taking place January 21–22 in Des Moines. Hosted by the Iowa Pork Producers Association, the Iowa Pork Congress has bro...

The people behind pork production make all the difference — and Oklahoma is setting the standard.

For the third year in a row, the Oklahoma Pork Council has been named a Great Place to Work by Oklahoma Magazine, recognizing the team culture, leadership, and commitment that support Oklahoma’s por...

At New Fashion Pork, team members came together to celebrate Día de Reyes, also known as Three Kings’ Day, honoring an important cultural tradition that reflects the values of family, teamwork, and community within modern pork production. The celebration featured Rosca de Reyes, a traditional swe...

Come to the 57th Annual South Dakota Pork Congress and Trade Show, where over 160 exhibitors will display the latest technology, equipment, vet supplies, construction and more at our annual trade show.

This is an action-packed, informative, two-day event for the South Dakota Pork Industry includ...

The future of the pork industry is already hard at work. 🐖
In this Pork Industry News feature, Rachel Fishback highlights the next generation of pork industry leaders competing in the 5th Annual FFA Swine Facility Management Contest, hosted by the Missouri Pork Association in partnership with the...

Merry Christmas and Many Holiday Blessings to you.

In an industry built on reliability, integrity, and people who show up every day to keep pork production moving — today we’re honoring one of those behind-the-scenes leaders.

After 15.5 years of service, Dean Feikes, Iowa Falls warehouse assistant, is stepping into a well-earned retirement from ...