Columbia, Mo.,— Bob North, past chairman of the Missouri Pork Association (MPA), presented the Outstanding Legislator Award to Representative Bill Reiboldt during the 2015 Missouri Pork Expo on February 10. Representative Reiboldt was chosen for his outstanding support of the Missouri Pork Association, the Missouri pork industry and all of agriculture.

“Representative Reiboldt understands the importance of the pork industry to the state’s economy,” said Phillips. “We are happy to work with him in the State Legislature to ensure that pork producers can continue to operate and function successfully.”

He is a true friend and ardent supporter of agriculture and the pork industry.

Pork producers from across the state attended the 2015 Missouri Pork Expo held in Columbia, Missouri on February 10-11. Highlights included a trade show, educational sessions and guest speakers.

The Missouri Pork Association represents the state’s pork producers in the areas of promotion, research, education and legislation. For more information about this or any other programs of the Missouri Pork Association, go to www.mopork.com, or call the Missouri Pork Association office at (573) 445-8375.