Marketing Officer for Retail, will retire at the end of fiscal year 2025, concluding a distinguished 35-year career with the company. Aakre will continue to contribute to Hormel Foods as a member of its Board of Directors, effective May...
The Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA) and the Minnesota Pork Board (MPB) have announced Kate Maddock as director of farmer outreach. Maddock joined Minnesota Pork in May 2024 as the sustainability outreach coordinator, where she built meaningful relationships with...
Lewis & Clark AgriFood, a growth equity investment firm focused on transformative food and agriculture technologies, has announced key promotions within its investment team. The firm, with nearly $400 million in assets under management, supports growth-stage companies reshaping the...
What began as a job has turned into a legacy for Dean Reddel, who is proudly celebrating 25 years as a Heat Check/AI Specialist with Iowa Select Farms.
“I never imagined my career would turn into this,” Dean shared. “What...
he American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has announced that Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the most influential figures in livestock welfare, will receive the 2025 AVMA Humane Award and appear as a featured speaker at this year’s AVMA Convention...
After nearly three decades of dedication, early mornings, and countless farrows, John Hoffman is retiring from Iowa Select Farms—leaving behind a legacy defined by excellence in animal care and farm leadership.
John began his journey with Iowa Select Farms in...
Stephanie McPherson, Plant Engineer at Smithfield Foods’ Cumming, Georgia facility, has been recognized with the 2025 Women MAKE Award by the Manufacturing Institute.
McPherson, a 10-year veteran of Smithfield, currently oversees the development and implementation of all maintenance systems at...
Dexter Edwards inducted into the NC Pork Hall of Fame
The NC Pork Council recently honored six exceptional leaders for their excellence, innovation and service to the pork industry. The awards, presented at the annual conference in Raleigh, included the...
Jay Archer of Tarboro, a sow farm manager with Smithfield Hog Production, has been elected to serve as president of the NC Pork Council Board of Directors. Josh Coombs of Clinton will serve as vice president; Lorenda Overman of...
Iowa Select Farms recently honored the retirement of Roy Alden Sr., the breeding department head at the Jensen GDU (Gilt Development Unit), after 13 years of dedicated service. Known for his work ethic, leadership, and humor, Roy Sr. was...