The Ohio Pork Council
The Ohio Pork Council was established in 1968 when leaders in Ohio’s pork industry determined it was a necessity to promote their own product. When the organization began, about 800 farmers dedicated themselves to this task. The Council now has approximately 2,500 members. Our mission is to serve and benefit all Ohio pork producers.
Ohio Pig Farmers Applaud Ohio Legislators for Passing Feral Swine Bill, Urge Governor to Sign into Law
December 12, 2024
Rep. Bob Peterson (R-Sabina), a cosponsor of Ohio H.B. 503, stood before the Ohio House multiple times this year to ensure passage of the bill, which passed unanimously, 89-0, in June, followed by a 31-0 vote in the Ohio Senate in December. Supported by the Ohio Pork Council, the state’s ag commodity groups, and others, […]
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“Battle for the Bacon” Connects Legislators with Ohio Pork Industry
August 2, 2024
In a collaborative effort between the Ohio Pork Council and the Ohio Department of Agriculture, the second annual “Battle for the Bacon” Legislative Pig Showmanship event at the state fair drew 12 legislators from across the state to participate last Wednesday. Serving as the event’s judges were Rep. Don Jones (R-Freeport) and Bob Peterson (R-Sabina). […]
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26th Annual Pork Rib-Off Attracts Ohio BBQ Competitors
July 30, 2024
COLUMBUS – The Ohio Pork Council (OPC) held its 26th annual Pork Rib-Off competition on July 30 at the Ohio State Fair to the delight of scores of fairgoers who got to sample the award-winning pork while voting for their favorite. Participants from around Ohio, including many long-time competitors, sought awards in categories for ribs, […]
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“Breaking Boundaries” Pig Show – The Center Ring Experience
July 27, 2024
COLUMBUS – For the second year, the Ohio Pork Council (OPC) presented the “Breaking Boundaries” Pig Show at the Ohio State Fair, giving participants between the ages of 9 and 22 with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities the opportunity to shine inside the show arena. With help from youth who participate OPC’s OH-PIGS swine exhibition program, […]
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Ohio’s Pat Hord Talks Sustainability on NPIC Panel
July 10, 2024
Jamie Burr, chief sustainability officer at National Pork Board (left), served as the moderator for the session titled, “Strategic Sustainability Partnerships: How ‘We Care’ Supports Our Customers Today and Into the Future.” Panelists included Sarah Kipp, McDonald’s; Daniel Peerless, Nestle; Chris McLeland, Ducks Unlimited; and Pat Hord, Hord Family Farms. In one of the highly […]
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Pork from Ohio Pig Farmers Donated to Mid-Ohio Food Collective
June 26, 2024
NEW ALBANY, OHIO – In the 20 counties served by the Mid-Ohio Food Collective (MOFC), more than 170,000 meals are distributed each day, with the mission of ending hunger one nourishing meal at a time. To support this community-based nonprofit, the Ohio Pork Council, on behalf of Ohio’s pig farmers, has donated $3,000 in nutritious, […]
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Greater Cleveland Food Bank Receives Donation from Ohio Pig Farmers
June 13, 2024
NEW ALBANY, OHIO – In northeast Ohio, one in seven people is food insecure – a challenge the Greater Cleveland Food Bank is working to solve in the communities they serve. Getting nutritious, high-quality protein is a particular concern for those in need, which is why the annual assistance from Ohio’s pig farmers through their […]
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Ohio Pig Farmers Applaud Ohio House for Passing Feral Swine Bill
June 12, 2024
NEW ALBANY, OHIO – After many months of providing key facts and answering questions with legislative officials, the efforts of the Ohio Pork Council have passed a milestone with today’s passage by the Ohio House of H.B. 503 by a vote of 89-0. Introduced earlier this year, the bill which now must pass the Senate […]
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2023 Annual Sponsors
