Spring 2023 Pork Alliance Meeting
April 12–13, 2023
The Spring 2023 Pork Alliance Meeting, held at the Sheraton, in West Des Moines, brings together more than 100 Pork Alliance members/partners for an update on various industry issues in the U.S. pork industry. These issues are important to NPPC’s mission to advocate for the social, environmental and economic sustainability of U.S. pork producers and their partners by fighting for reasonable public policy, defending our freedom to operate and expanding access to global markets.
National Pork Producers Council
About NPPC
NPPC advocates for the social, environmental and economic sustainability of U.S. pork producers and their partners by supporting reasonable public policies that expand access to global operations and don’t unnecessarily restrict operations.
Read moreAbout Pork Alliance
Pork Alliance is the program for allied industry companies to join the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). Pork Alliance dues help fund NPPC’s mission to advocate for the social, environmental and economic sustainability of U.S. pork producers and their partners by fighting for reasonable public policy, defending our freedom to operate and expanding access to global markets.
Read moreMeeting Materials and Resources
Antitrust Guidelines
PorkPAC
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PorkPAC is the political action committee of the National Pork Producers Council. It allows the U.S. pork industry to educate and support candidates at the federal level whose views coincide with the interests of pork producers, processors, marketers, consumers, and the pork business.
Myths vs. Facts
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Most Americans have never been on a farm, that is why opinions on pork production may be based on outdated or inaccurate information. By understanding a few basic facts, more people will appreciate the important role pork production plays in providing consumers with healthy and affordable food.
The Farm Bill | Protect the U.S. Food Supply
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The 2023 Farm Bill Must Prioritize Securing the U.S. Food Supply and Expanding Economic Opportunity.
Contact: Andrew Bailey
GIPSA | Ensure Fair Markets and Competitive Opportunities
Trade | Expand and Develop Market Access
Labor | Strengthen the H-2A Visa Program
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Visa System Reform to Provide Year-Round Labor is Critical for Agriculture.
Contact: Christina Banoub
Speakers
Steve Malakowsky – NPPC Board Allied Industry Director
Presentations: Welcome, Introductions & Antitrust/Opening Remarks
Kelly Cushman – Vice President of Domestic Policy
Presentations: Public Policy Update & Overview/Farm Bill & Domestic Policy
Michael Formica – Chief Legal Strategist
Presentation: Pending Legislation/California Prop 12/MA Q3/Rodenticides
Maria Zieba – Vice President of International Affairs
Presentation: Trade & Outlook for U.S. Pork Export
Doug Fricke – Director of Trade Show Marketing
Presentation: World Pork Expo Updates and Information
Julie Schwalbe – Director of Industry Resource Development
Presentation: World Pork Expo Updates and Information
Cody McKinley – Vice President of State and National Relations
Presentations: State Ballot Initiatives/LEADR – How to Stay Involved in NPPC/Grassroots
Jeff Piggot – Vice President of Industry Relations
Presentations: Industry Relations Update/Shareholder Message
