July/Aug 2015 - Minnesota Pork Board

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No Bones All Meat
Cooking pork properly is all about
temperature and no one knows this better
than brothers, Ryan and Craig Bode.
The Bode brothers grill 4,000 – 5,000
pork chops every summer as a part of
their grilling business they started in
2009. Ryan who farms full time on his
family’s pig farm, was grilling for the
Nicollet County Pork Producers when he
noticed the high demand for grilling and
catering. “There were more events than
the county grilling team could handle and
some of them wanted a full catered meal
not just the pork chop,” said Ryan, “so I
approached Craig and asked if he wanted
to start a business with me.”
After six years, Brothers Boneless Grill has
served over 30,000 pork chops around the
Nicollet County area. They offer boneless
pork chops, rib patties, brats and hot dogs
but the biggest demand is for the boneless
pork chop. They also serve potato salad,
baked beans and deserts and work closely
with Schmidts Meat Market and Hy-Vee
in New Ulm to source all the ingredients.
“We don’t skip on the quality of the meats
and sides,” said Craig, “we strive for
quality and consistency.”
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Lessons Learned from HPAI
Written By: Dr. Beth Thompson, Assistant Director, Minnesota Board of Animal Health
JULY 21
Lenders Meeting
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Country Inn and Suites
1900 Premier Dr, Mankato, MN
JULY 22
PQA & TQA Training - Marshall
PQA Plus 9 a.m.-Noon
TQA 1-4 p.m.
AmericInn
1406 E Lyon St., Marshall, MN
Preregister: colleen@mnpork.com
or 1-800-537-7675
In early March 2015, the State of Minnesota saw the first introduction of highly pathogenic
avian influenza (HPAI) in a turkey flock in Pope County. After diagnosis, the response by
the associated veterinarian, owners and the state was swift, with the flock being depopulated
in a few days. A few weeks went by, with no further positives. However, a second case was
diagnosed on March 25, and at its peak, up to 8 new cases a day in mid-April. By the beginning
of July, there are 104 positive cases in 23 counties.
The research on this virus is ongoing, but there are many questions to be answered. The virus
is characterized by very high mortality. While the virus is believed to have been introduced
into Minnesota through the wild waterfowl population, how the virus is being introduced into
barns is still being studied.
White Bear Lake, MN
Veterinarians, producers, and all associated with livestock can prepare for a response, but
time must be spent on all aspects. Veterinarians and producers must be prepared to initially
recognize a possible foreign animal disease with the appropriate testing and notification being
done. When the positive diagnosis is made, all must be ready to respond.
JULY 25
Three items which are important when formulating a response:
JULY 23
Marketfest - Oink Outing
6-9 p.m.
New Hope Farmers
Market - Oink Outing
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
1. Have a straightforward response plan,
2. Train people who have a livestock background and have local people prepared
and able to respond, and
3. Know what and where basic supplies and assets are, or where you can get them.
New Hope, MN
JULY 25 - 26
Twins Grilling
Minneapolis , MN
JULY 28
Forest Lake Arts in
the Park - Oink Outing
5-9 p.m.
Forest Lake, MN
JULY 30
Centennial Lakes Farmers
Market - Oink Outing
3-7 p.m.
Edina, MN
AUG 1
St. Cloud Area Farmers
Market - Oink Outing
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Having a simple, concise plan that may apply to a variety of different foreign animal or
transboundary diseases is imperative, and the plan has to be distributed, debated, and
updated. Training people who are involved with the site on a daily basis is fairly easy, getting
the community involved takes time. Ramping up the veterinary diagnostic laboratories, and
determining a testing schedule need to happen immediately while the governmental agencies
are dealing with the infected premises. Supplies include the day to day needs of people working
on the response, from testing to depopulation to composting, but also needed are meeting
sites, buildings for storage and vehicles and trailers.
The plan also needs to immediately address business continuity, especially if zones are placed
around the infected premises for trade issues.
Lastly, there is never a time too soon to start thinking about a response plan.
St. Cloud, MN
AUG 4 - 6
FarmFest
28269 Highway 67
Morgan, MN 56266
AUG 8
St. Paul Farmers Market
– Oink Outing
6 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. Paul, MN
AUG 8
Dr. Thompson earned her DVM and swine medicine certification
from the University of Minnesota Veterinary School in 2007. After
graduation, she spent over a year as a swine production system
veterinarian for a Minnesota based company. She joined the Board as
a senior veterinarian in July 2008 and is currently an assistant director.
Dr. Thompson’s list of program responsibilities includes traceability,
swine, carcass disposal, markets and exhibitions, and data requests.
She also has a JD from the William Mitchell College of Law.
Mill City Farmers
Market – Oink Outing
6 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. Paul, MN
AUG 11
Minnetonka Farmers Market
– Oink Outing
3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Minnetonka, MN
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Dr. Thompson is proud of her agricultural background; her brother
and nephew are the fourth and fifth generation on the family farm.
No Bones All Meat
Every event provides an opportunity to showcase
how great pork can taste when cooked properly.
“Every piece of meat that comes off of our grill is
temped,” said Ryan, “everyone always comments on
how great the pork tastes and asks how we do it.”
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“Honestly before we got into this we didn’t realize
how important temperature was,” said Craig, “One
of our main goals is to promote the proper way to
cook pork.”
Ryan and Craig work closely with the Nicollet
County Pork Producers to cover all the events
around the county. Brothers Boneless Grill has
found their niche within the ag sector catering
dinners for seed companies, banks and chemical
companies. “We both have young kids and full time
jobs, so most events occur during the week,”
said Ryan, “this is a hobby that we enjoy, but we both
agree our families come first.” The brothers do about
15 events throughout the summer which is a perfect
fit with their busy lives. Either Ryan or Craig has
been at every event from the beginning. They also
hired Dan Erdman who is their main griller.
“This is what we make it and if we aren’t available we
don’t do an event,” said Craig, “we enjoy what we do
and look forward to continuing to promote pork.”
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MN PORK
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Farmfest
AUG 12
PQA & TQA Training - Waseca
PQA Plus 9 a.m.-Noon
TQA 1-4 p.m.
Minnesota Pork is excited to once again welcome visitors to tent 614 at Farmfest.
Minnesota Pork staff, ambassador candidates and farmers will be on hand to share
recipes, pork samples, and information about pig farming to help engage producers
and consumers in conversation about the pork industry. Whether you are looking
to help children learn about pigs, for the latest update about pork production
practices or for a delicious pork recipe, the Minnesota Pork tent will have plenty of
samples and information for attendees of all ages. The Minnesota Pork Ambassador
candidates will also be presenting individual speeches on a wide variety of topics
about pig farming. Join us at Farmfest for an opportunity to learn about cooking
pork and pig farming.
Southern Research & Outreach Center
35838 120th St.
Waseca, MN
Preregister: colleen@mnpork.com
or 1-800-537-7675
AUG 15
Mankato Farmer’s
Market - Oink Outing
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Mankato, MN
AUG 15
Minnesota Pork Ambassador
Individual Presentation Schedule
Tuesday, August 4th
Chanhassen Farmers
Market - Oink Outing
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Chanhassen, MN
AUG 19
TimeName
County
9:15 am
Hannah Frank
Mower
9:30 am
Andrea White
Isanti
9:45 am
Noah Fenske
Fillmore
10:00 am
Brigit Lozinski
Yellow Medicine
10:15 am
Rachael Mielke
Martin
10:30 am
Madison Schafer
Goodhue
10:45 am
Adam Stevermer
Faribault
11:00 am
Lunch break until 1:00 pm
1:00 pm
Blake Wolters
Pipestone
1:15 pm
Libbey Warner
Cottonwood
1:30 pm
Samuel Baker
Martin
1:45 pm
Miranda Cain
Isanti
PQA & TQA Training - Morris
PQA Plus 9 a.m.-Noon
TQA 1-4 p.m.
West Central Research & Outreach Center
46352 State Highway 329
Morris, MN
Preregister: colleen@mnpork.com
or 1-800-537-7675
AUG 22
Hopkins Farmer’s
Market - Oink Outing
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hopkins, MN
AUG 27-SEPT 7
Minnesota State Fair
St. Paul
SEP 2
Pure Bred Social –
Minnesota State Fair
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
SEP 4-6
Mobile Marketing
St. Paul
SEP 15
Workforce Conference
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Country Inn and Suites
1900 Premier Dr.
Mankato, MN
OCT 3-4
Howl-ween Fest - Oink Outing
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Minnesota Zoo
13000 Zoo Blvd
Apple Valley, MN
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Pork Ambassador
Competition Schedule
Monday, August 3rd
12:20 pm
Personal Interviews
5:00 pm
Judged Group Activity
6:45 pm
Supper & Orientation Meeting
for Candidates
Tuesday, August 4th
9:15 am
Presentations Begin (open to public)
Location: Farmfest,
Junction 67 & 13 (Tent 614)
28269 Highway 67
Morgan, MN 56266
1:00 pm
Presentations Resume (open to public)
Location: Farmfest, MN Pork Tent (614)
5:30 pm
Bowling and Supper
Wednesday, August 5th
9:00 am
Staff Pork Tent
11:00 am
Group Pictures
11:50 am – 12:05 pm
Pork Ambassador Awards Program
Location: Farmfest, Wick Forum Building
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Meet the 2016 Minnesota
Martin County Pork Ambassador
Samuel Baker
Parents: Ryan and Michele Baker
Sam Baker lives in Martin County where he works at the
Hawkeye Sow Center. Through his on farm experience he
has learned the importance of animal health, record keeping
and advocacy. He hopes to use these skills next year while
attending Iowa State University to pursue a career in medicine
and epidemiology. Sam is passionate about how farmers
can create the safest, healthiest, least political product that
will appeal to a large range of national and international
consumers. Sam is active in National Honor Society, musicals
and plays, serves as his student class vice-president, a band
section leader in addition to playing football, basketball and
running track. Sam understands the importance of community
as he volunteers with local blood drives and his church,
St. John’s Lutheran.
Isanti County Pork Ambassador
Miranda Cain
Parents: Michelle Cain and David Geving
Miranda Cain is a graduating senior from Cambridge-Isanti
High School. She will be attending Hamline University this
fall for biology, biochemistry and communications. Miranda
values her agricultural background and hopes to continue
her involvement in the swine industry through her college
career by participating in clubs and organizations. Miranda
was active in speech, Spanish club, swimming, track and field,
National Honor Society and 4-H as well as volunteering in her
community. She is passionate about how we can set standards
of animal welfare, barn cleanliness and producer education to
improve herd health and public image.
Fillmore County Pork Ambassador
Noah Fenske
Parents: Mike and Melissa Fenske
Noah Fenske is currently attending Northern Iowa
Community College for a double major in dairy science and
farm business management. Noah is from Fillmore County
where he works with swine, crops and dairy cattle on local
farms. He believes in the importance of influencing the public’s
perception of agriculture and would like to continue to learn
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from other agriculture groups what tactics and programs are
most impactful for consumer outreach. Noah looks forward
to using the agricultural knowledge he has gained through
his college courses to advocate for agriculture as the Fillmore
County Pork Ambassador.
Pork Ambassador Candidates
Mower County Pork Ambassador
Hannah Frank
Parents: Ted and Kim Frank
Hannah Frank grew up in Mower County on her family’s pig
farm. Through her experiences on her family’s farm, she has
developed a passion for agriculture and communications. This
passion was also fostered through her involvement in 4-H and
FFA. Hannah has been involved in choir, dance, golf, National
Honor Society and her church youth group. This fall Hannah
will be attending Winona State University pursuing a degree
in nursing. Hannah believes that we are all able to contribute
to sharing our stories and the larger story of the agriculture
community. She encourages everyone to volunteer or simply
be advocates for pigs and pork in their everyday lives.
Yellow Medicine County Pork Ambassador
Brigit Lozinski
Parents: Chad and Sharon Lozinski
Brigit Lozinski is a graduating senior from Canby High
School. Throughout her life Brigit has been involved in swine
production originally helping her father with his own barns
which eventually transitioned into managing a nursery for
Christensen Farms. Brigit has also been very involved in 4–H
through showing pigs, veterinary science projects and various
club and county leadership positions. She will be attending
South Dakota State University this fall majoring in animal
science with an emphasis in swine production and a minor in
agribusiness. She hopes to pursue a career in swine nutrition
or genetics and believes quality pig care is an essential part of
our industry.
Martin County Pork Ambassador
Rachael Mielke
Parents: Chris and Patti Mielke
Rachael Mielke is a graduating senior from Fairmont High
School. She plans to attend Winona State University this fall
pursuing a major in elementary education. She discovered
her love for children while babysitting and working with
kids through 4-H and FFA. Rachael created lesson plans and
taught Blue Earth 3rd graders about agriculture through her
FFA chapter. She is also active in 4-H, showing pigs and beef
cattle as well as a variety of non-livestock exhibits. Rachael is
passionate about the swine industry and the potential positive
impact social media could have to help the industry connect
and communicate with consumers.
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Meet the 2016 Minnesota
Goodhue County Pork Ambassador
Madison Schafer
Parents: Brandon and Monica Schafer
Madison Schafer is passionate about the swine industry and
helping agriculture provide a positive, united front. She is from
Goodhue County where her family raises pigs, cattle and crops.
Growing up on the farm, she became a part-time employee as
a 7th grader. Madison is involved in a wide array of activities
including: 4-H, FFA, National Honor Society, choir,
cross-country, class president, and student council. Madison
also volunteers throughout her community. One of her current
volunteer activities is with the Minnesota Pork Board’s Oink
Outings program. She plans on attending South Dakota State
University next year for agriculture communications and
hopes to become an employee for a commodity group one day.
Faribault County Pork Ambassador
Adam Stevermer
Parents: Dale and Lori Stevermer
Adam grew up in Faribault County working on his family’s
farm, Trails End Farm. In addition to working with pigs, he
owns laying hens and sells eggs. Adam is very active in his
4-H club as the Club President. He also serves as the United
South Central FFA Chapter President and the Region VII Vice
President. Throughout high school Adam was active in cross
country, track and the National Honor Society and band. This
fall, Adam will be attending the University of Minnesota for
a degree in agricultural education with a teaching emphasis.
Adam believes that public perception is a looming issue
and has worked through Oink Outings, the State Fair and
other events to educate consumers. He hopes to continue to
help people understand the importance of advocating for
agriculture as an Agricultural Education teacher.
Cottonwood County Pork Ambassador
Libbey Warner
Parents: Gary and Jayme Warner
Libbey Warner is from Cottonwood County where she
graduated from Red Rock Central High School this spring.
Throughout her high school career she was active in band,
choir, drama, 4-H and FFA, twice earning a place in the 4-H
State Fair Ribbon Auction and twice being top FFA fruit
salesman. Libbey attributes her passion and drive for helping
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people to having the opportunity to help a family friend in
need. Next year she plans on attending South Dakota State
University for animal science and agri-business. Libbey
believes we must partner together throughout the agriculture
industry and think outside the box to influence consumers and
share our story.
Pork Ambassador Candidates
Isanti County Pork Ambassador
Andrea White
Parents: Ed and Denise White
Andrea White is an incoming senior at Winona State
University where she is studying social work. Andrea showed
pigs in 4-H and is currently active as president of her rugby
team and an advocate for helping others be active bystanders
when addressing sexual assault. Andrea has worked several
food and customer service jobs throughout her life and is
currently working as a sexual and domestic abuse advocate,
a position that allows her to help victims of gender based
violence. She urges farmers to learn from each other as well as
consumers to determine best production practices and to learn
about market changes that impact farmers locally, nationally
and globally.
Pipestone County Pork Ambassador
Blake Wolters
Parents: Terry and Sylvia Wolters
Blake Wolters is an incoming senior at Pipestone Area Schools
where he is active in football, wrestling and baseball. Blake
is also the Pipestone FFA Chapter President, a Region VI
FFA officer and actively shows pigs in 4-H and FFA. Blake
is passionate about how farmers are working with their
veterinarians to use antibiotics responsibly and helping
consumers understand why, when and how farmers use
antibiotics on their farm. Blake intends to stay involved in
agriculture after obtaining a degree in electrical engineering
and a collegiate athletic career.
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Young Leaders
in Agriculture Conference
“Did we get it right?” Mark Jewell, a
speaker from Nebraska, challenged
fifty-nine young agriculturalists attending
the Young Leaders in Agriculture
Conference (YLAC) to think critically
about how their actions will impact the
future of agriculture. The Young Leaders
in Agriculture Conference, held June 15th
through 17th, in Owatonna, Minnesota,
was created by Minnesota Pork staff to
help 18-22 year olds in agriculture grow,
influence and advocate. Attendees engaged
in workshops, farm tours and training to
develop leadership, communication and
networking skills.
“I hope we are able to change the way
consumers view agriculture so that they
are able to trust we are creating a safe,
wholesome product each and every day,”
said Madison Schafer, an upcoming
freshman at South Dakota State University
from Goodhue, Minnesota. Schafer
attended the 2015 YLAC in order to
continue to develop the skills necessary to
achieve her vision of passionately sharing
her agricultural story with consumers.
During the conference, participants
analyzed the results of their DISC
personality assessments as they heard from
the Zoetis People First Team to understand
how their behavioral styles most effectively
work with others. “This conference has
really helped me understand how to
build relationships with people on a
one-on-one basis in order to tell the story
of agriculture,” said Andrea White, a pork
ambassador from Isanti County.
On Monday night, forty-two industry
leaders shared their knowledge and advice
with the participants during a networking
event where participants gained valuable
connections and built upon their
networking skills.
Participants toured the Gardens of
Eagan an organic vegetable farm to
gain exposure to different types of
production methods. They also visited
the University of Minnesota’s Southern
Research and Outreach Center’s sow unit
where attendees were able to see both
group sow housing and gestation stalls to
understand the benefits and challenges
of both practices. Afterward, Minnesota
Pork staff facilitated a discussion about
the opportunities and challenges that
agriculture faces.
Lastly, the attendees participated in Engage
Training through the Center for Food
Integrity facilitated by Jana McGuire to
learn how communicating with shared
values helps connect consumers with why
producers want to continue to produce
safe, healthy products.
Gabriella Sorg, a sophomore at the
University of Minnesota, is excited to
take the growth, skills and knowledge
she gained from the Young Leaders in
Agriculture Conference back to her
community to advocate for the dairy
industry and agriculture as a whole. “The
most important things for our generation
to remember as we move forward is to
truly have the commitment to follow
through with everything that we learn. We
came to this conference and we gained all
the tools and resources and grew as people,
but hopefully when we go back out into
the real world and can show the world our
love for agriculture.”
Participants enjoyed learning about the University of Minnesota’s Southern Research and
Outreach Center’s sow unit.
Attendees learned
about organic vegetable
production at the
Gardens of Eagan.
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Industry panel, networking evening and seminars kept the participants busy and engaged in bettering themselves as leaders in agriculture.
2015 Minnesota Pork Board
Scholarship Winners
The Minnesota Pork Board awards $1,000 scholarships to students who are pursuing careers
with an emphasis in pork. Applicants must be in college or attending college in the fall. Meet
this year’s scholarship winners:
Toni Chicos - Alden
Toni Chicos will be a freshman at Iowa State University this fall studying agriculture business
management with a minor in animal science. Toni grew up on her family’s farm that raises show pigs
and sells them to kids that want to show in 4-H, FFA and open class. They also own a finishing barn.
She has been involved on the daily operations of the farm and hopes to one day have her own farm
while working in business and learning how to ensure a quality product and a profitable business.
Sarah Orban - Emmons
Sarah Orban is studying animal science at Iowa State University and will be a sophomore. She enjoys
working with animals and was active in FFA. At college she is involved in Block and Bridle. Her love
for animals has her hoping to become a veterinarian specializing in large animals with a focus on
swine. She hopes to continue being involved in 4-H and FFA throughout her life and encouraging
youth to get involved in agriculture.
Braden Rahn - Good Thunder
Braden Rahn will be a sophomore at South Dakota State University studying agricultural science with
minors in animal science, agronomy and ag business. Growing up on his family’s farrow-to-finish farm
is what sparked his interest in the swine industry. He hopes to use the knowledge and skills he has gained
on the farm and at college to help him in his career. He enjoys studying agronomy and animal science.
Having an agronomy background will help his farm become more efficient in producing more grain
for our pigs.
Madison Schafer - Goodhue
Madison Schafer will be attending South Dakota State University to study agricultural communications
with a minor in animal science. In early elementary she began her involvement in the swine industry
by helping farrow piglets, breeding sows and processing piglets. She hopes to continue to bridge the gap
between farmers and consumers. It is her goal to remain active in agriculture and the swine industry and
continue to build trust between farmers and consumers.
Adam Stevermer - Easton
Adam will be attending the University of Minnesota in the fall to study agricultural education. He
wants to teach high school agriculture because he enjoys teaching people new things and wants to
continue to share his passion for agriculture with others. Adam grew up on his family’s pig farm
and was active in 4-H and FFA. He enjoys sharing his passion with others at Oink Outings and
volunteering at Grandma’s Marathon and the Mankato Marathon.
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“For my family’s future”
“I wake up every morning so I can go to work and do what I enjoy — to have
a future for my children and my grandkids. That’s what it’s about. I want
technology that moves my business forward, for my family’s future.”
Rob Brenneman, Iowa pork producer
Tim Brenneman
Live production
manager,
Brenneman Pork
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CAUTION: Ractopamine may increase the number of injured and/or fatigued
pigs during marketing. Not for use in breeding swine.
The label contains complete use information, including cautions and
warnings. Always read, understand and follow the label and use directions.
Elanco, Paylean and the diagonal bar are all trademarks owned or licensed by
Eli Lilly and Company, its subsidiaries or affiliates.
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Owner,
Brenneman Pork
2500 Innovation Way
Greenfield, IN 46140
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Maintaining
Digestive Balance
Shouldn’t Be
THIS
HARD
Your sows have a
lot to juggle before
and after farrowing.
®
Feeding Levucell SB
helps support a balanced
digestive system naturally,
especially during times of stress.
Levucell SB is a unique, naturally
occurring active dry yeast that has
shown to help support the natural microflora
in the large and small intestine. This helps
maintain optimal nutritional status, which can
positively impact microbial balance in the gut.
Contact your Lallemand Animal Nutrition representative
and help your sows keep a balanced digestive system
with Levucell SB.
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Al Moudry
507-772-4475
563-547-2281
Cell: 641-330-6837
Mapleton
David Gartner
507-524-4552
Cell: 507-380-1077
Alberta
Jeff Johnson
320-324-2821
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Shane Tieskoetter
507-481-8277
Cell: 563-422-0969
Faribault
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507-334-7651
Cell: 507-383-4833
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507-376-5552
Cell: 507-360-6197
Lewisville
Terry Mohwinkel
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 Sizable inventory of replacement
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 Repair all makes and models
 Provide on-site service if needed
 Offer Preventative
Maintenance Contracts
ALL OUR MACHINES ARE 100%
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Open Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 5:00
and Saturday 8:30 to 12:00 noon
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Kelly, J., Tokach, M. and Dritz, S. 2003. “Weekly growth and carcass response to feeding
ractopamine (Paylean).” Proc. AASV: 51-58.
Elanco, Paylean and the diagonal bar are trademarks owned or licensed by Eli Lilly and
Company, its subsidiaries or affiliates.
© 2012 Elanco Animal Health. All rights reserved.
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State Fair
Volunteers
Needed
Hyperprolifique
She weans 28 pigs/sows/year and
she can do the same for you.
Wiechman
1-800-247-0012
Pig Co.
Genex FARM SYSTEMS
www.genexfarmsystems.com
A National leader in the marketing of
lightweight butchers, sows and boars.
• F1 parents gilts available
Grilled pork loin samples were popular •with
attendees to last month’s
Purebred Grandparent semen
GrillFest in downtown Minneapolis. Pictured serving
pork samples
are
Minnesota
available
for internal
replacements
Pork Board staff members (left) Jeremy Geske and (center) Colleen Carey. Geske
• Purebred Grandparent gilts available
also helped judge the event’s pork competition. Pipestone
County pork producers,
for closed herds
Terry and Sylvia Wolters, also volunteered their time at the event by visiting with
• 24,000 high health gilts available/year
consumers, serving samples and handing out recipes.
to fill your needs of any size
Weichman Pig Co. provides specific animals
to over 50 meatpackers weekly. Clean and
Buy cull
pigs, boars
daily
disinfected
30'sows,
goosenecks
and 53'
floor
On-farm
with clean,
trailers
trailers pickup
are available
for ondisinfected
farm pickup.
Before you sell
pigsManager
for less, call us
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Meneely,
Junction
of Hwys. 60 &
71, fair
Windom,
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and get
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bid on
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and920-9205
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MN on Highway 15.
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Myron Brye - Manager
Sows • Boars • Light Tops • BBQ • Feeder Pigs
S.E.W. Pigs • Marketing Agreements
866-521-3383
Trucking Available
507-776-5235
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2012
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Visit PitCharger.com or call
888-231-1002 to learn more.
Students from Red Wing High School, located in Goodhue County, view
a video about Minnesota pig farmers at the Minnesota Pork Board educational
trailer. The Red Wing FFA Chapter hosted an open house to educate students about
agriculture. Students also had an opportunity to earn a prize by asking questions
about pigs and pork.
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MN Pork
May/June
2012
2015 EXECUTIV E BO ARD
President:
Kevin Estrem
Secretary:
Sheila Schmid
Vice President:
Meg Freking
Reuben Bode
Nerstand
Jackson
Sleepy Eye
Courtland
Immediate Past President:
Pat FitzSimmons
Dassel
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Kelly Graff
Brian Johnson
JoDee Haala
Wanda Patsche
Brad Hennen
Mark Sample
Sanborn
Sleepy Eye
Ghent
Walnut Grove
Welcome
Le Sueur
Over one million people visit the Minnesota State Fair
each year. As fair-goers try new foods and walk through
thousands of booths, we have an opportunity as pig farmers
to tell our story as part of consumer’s state fair experience.
Minnesota Pork is looking for volunteers for the Oink Booth,
Promotion Booth and Pig 3D: All Sides of the Story Special
Event that are willing to reach out to fair-goers to engage
in conversations about pig farming. Volunteers will receive
free admission into the State Fair and a t-shirt to wear while
working at one of the three booths. We hope you will take
the opportunity to share your story about agriculture with
thousands of curious consumers of all ages at the 2015
Minnesota State Fair. To volunteer contact Colleen Carey at the
Minnesota Pork Board office by calling 507-345-8814 or emailing
colleen@mnpork.com.
PORK RIBLETS
FOR SALE
Blue Earth County Pork Producers
are selling frozen pork riblets
10-pound box of 3-oz. riblets
$45 per box
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TO ORDER
Call John FitzSimmons at
(507) 524-2331
We make sure you can spend time tending their roots.
Serving Southern Minnesota for the past 30 years
Offices in: Kasson, Wykoff and Pine Island, MN
Steve Johnson and Jeff Stevenson (507) 634.4580
Jackie Tlam
Dunnell
Myrna Welter
Stewartville
National Pork Board
Karen Richter
Montgomery
National Pork Board
Craig Mensink
Preston
Minnesota Pork Board
151 Saint Andrews Drive, Suite 810
Mankato, MN 56001
(507) 345-8814
(800) 537-7675
mnpork@mnpork.com
www.mnpork.com
Blue Earth County
Pork Producers
are available for
event grilling.
For more
information on
grilling services,
call Dave Sanders
at (507) 420-1614.
Staff
David Preisler – Executive Director
Jill Resler – Education Director
Pam Voelkel – Events Director
Theresa Twohey – Communication and Marketing Director
Vicki Kopischke – Administrative Assistant
Colleen Carey – Support Staff/Receptionist
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ets.
ailers
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TO ORDER
Call John FitzSimmons at
(507) 524-4511
Wiechman Pig Co.
A national leader in the marketing of
lightweight butchers, sows and boars.
Between Fairmont and Truman, MN on Hwy. 15
866-521-3383 507-776-5235
Does your county pork
association do grilling for hire?
Call the Minnesota Pork Office with your
county contact information. When we
get calls for grilling services, we will
pass it along.
Blue Earth County
Pork Producers
are available for
event grilling.
For more
information on
grilling services,
call Dave Sanders
at (507) 420-1614.
She weans 28 pigs/sows/year and
she can do the same for you.
• Purebred Grandparent semen
available for internal replacements
• 24,000 high health gilts available/year
to fill your needs of any size
1.800.479.0243
www.langeagsystems.com
www.LSGhealthsystems.com
genetics@bevcomm.net
800-955-1382
3500 490th Avenue • Bricelyn, MN 56014
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