Tuesday, September 27th 2016
The Minnesota Pork Board is now accepting applications for the 2017 Pork Industry Award Winners. The awards include: Distinguished Service Award which recognizes an individual who has contributed to the long-term success of the pork industry in Minnesota. They may be directly involved in pork production or a member of a related industry or business. The Environmental Steward award which recognizes an individual who demonstrates the positive contributions the pork industry makes to the natural environment. The Family of the Year which honors a pork-producing family who has contributed to the long-term success of the industry through leadership and pork promotion on the local and state levels. The Pork Promoter of the Year which recognizes an individual, couple or family who has done an outstanding job promoting pork and/or the pork industry on a local, regional or state level. Candidates do not need to be actual pork producers. Thr Swine Manager of the Year award which recognizes an employee (non-owner) who excels in the management of a swine production operation. Nominations are due October 14th. For any questions regarding the nominations please contact the Minnesota Pork Board at 1-800-537-7675 or email jill@mnpork.com.