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Young Pork Advocates Issues Meet

The Young Pork Advocates Issues Meet is brought to you by founding sponsors Novus and Nutra Blend. This is a competitive speaking event for young people aged 18-22 as of June 1, 2025. Through preparatory research, creative problem solving, collaborative discussion, and the drafting of mock motions, competitors will dive deep into current pork industry issues and gain an understanding of the NPPC producer-led policy development process.

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, June 4

Orientation
Varied Industries Building, South Hallway
9:30 - 9:45 AM

Wednesday, June 4

Round 1
Varied Industries Building Meeting Rooms, South Hallway
10:00 -10:45 AM

Wednesday, June 4

Round 2
Varied Industries Building Meeting Rooms, South Hallway
11:15 - 12:00 PM

Thursday, June 5

Final Four Round
Anne & Bill Riley Stage
3:00 - 3:45 PM

Thursday, June 5

Competition Results Announced
Anne & Bill Riley Stage
4:15 PM

Explore the Industry Further

Interested in learning more about the pork industry during your visit?

Clive, IA

Iowa Pork Producers Association

Clive, IA

National Pork Board Headquarters

Urbandale, IA

National Pork Producers Council Headquarters

Iowa State University, Ames, IA

National Swine Research and Information Center

Iowa State University, Ames, IA

U.S. Pork Center of Excellence

Perry, IA

American Association of Swine Veterinarians Headquarters