Columbia, Mo.,—The Missouri Pork Association welcomes producers, suppliers and distributors to the 2023 Missouri Pork Expo, being held February 21 through February 22 at the Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, Missouri. The two-day event promotes the pork industry, …
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Winners Announced in Second FFA Swine Facility Management Contest
Columbia, Mo.,—On December 7, the Missouri Pork Association, National Pork Board and the University of Missouri held the second FFA Swine Facility Management Contest in Columbia, Missouri. The Centralia FFA Chapter received first place in this hands-on event that …
Kansas City Chefs Participate in Annual Taste of Elegance Culinary Competition
Kansas City, Mo.,—Chef Jacob Moeller with Rye – Plaza Downtown in Kansas City, Missouri, took top honors at the annual Kansas City Taste of Elegance culinary competition held November 1 at Harrah’s North Kansas City. His entrée, Smoked Pork …
St. Louis Chefs Participate in Annual Taste of Elegance Culinary Competition
St. Louis, Mo.,—Chef Edward Richardson with Roth Living in Richmond Heights, Missouri, took top honors at the annual St. Louis Taste of Elegance culinary competition held October 24 at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel. His entrée, Crispy Pork …
Results from the 2022 Missouri State Fair Growth & Quality Barrow Classic
Columbia, MO, October 10, 2022—Over 30 hogs from across the state were entered in the Growth & Quality Barrow Classic at the 2022 Missouri State Fair. The Classic was sponsored by the Missouri Pork Association, University of Missouri Extension …
Pig Farmers Connect Farm to Fork during October Pork Month
Columbia, Mo.,—October became known as Pork Month because it marked the time of year when hogs were traditionally marketed. Today, it serves as a celebration to thank pig farmers and share their stories with consumers. On October 6, the …
Applications Open for 2023 Pork Industry Scholarship
Columbia, Mo.,— The Missouri Pork Association is now accepting applications for the 2023 Youth Pork Ambassador Program. The program allows students to actively interact with leaders in Missouri’s pork industry and receive a $1,000 scholarship, payable to any technical …
Applications Being Accepted for 2023 Missouri Pork Association Internship Program
Columbia, Mo.,—Internship programs are a great opportunity for college students to make contacts and gain experience while still in school. One such opportunity is with the Missouri Pork Association and their internship program.
The program allows students to …
The Missouri Pork Association Endorses Eric Schmitt for U.S. Senate
Columbia, Mo.,— On August 25, the Missouri Pork Association (MPA) announced their endorsement of Attorney General Eric Schmitt for U.S. Senate. Schmitt has been a voice for rural Missouri and a leading state attorney general that ensures the values of …
MPA Joins Other State Agriculture Organizations to Support Special Legislative Session for Future Growth
(Columbia, MO)—On August 22, Gov. Mike Parson called for a special legislative session to extend key agricultural tax credits. The following collaborative statement is provided on behalf of the Missouri Agribusiness Association, Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, Missouri Corn Growers Association, Missouri …