Kylee, Paige and Tré had a blast connecting with producers and countless industry professionals while at the 31st annual World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa, June 9-11. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and ASF biosecurity measures in 2019, pork enthusiasts have not walked the Iowa State Fairgrounds freeway since 2018. This year, the pork community was thrilled to see each other again.

“It is so nice to meet people I work with virtually every week, but never in person,” said Paige Endres, Oklahoma Pork Council marketing and communications manager. “It was a breath of fresh air to see smiling faces!”

Whether in workshops, hospitality tents or networking socials, industry leaders were eager to ensure that pork remains the protein on the center of the plate. The 2021 World Pork Expo showcased the resiliency of the pork industry, as well as the immense leadership we have across the nation. #RealPork #RealPigFarming