From time to time, the Oklahoma Pork Council presents a career achievement recognition known as the Golden Pig Award. This accolade is reserved for leaders who exhibit a longstanding example of character, knowledge and dedication within pork production. For 2023, one producer who finished his distinguished career earlier this year perfectly embodies the “Golden Pig” benchmark.

After more than 30 years with Prestage Farms, Greg Stephens recently began a well-deserved new life chapter of retirement. At the recent Oklahoma Pork Congress, Greg was announced as the 2023 Oklahoma Pork Council Golden Pig Award recipient for his hard work and devoted leadership.

In 1991, Greg moved from Florida to work in Prestage’s North Carolina Swine Division. There he was instrumental in the expansion and success of the company’s farrowing, finishing, nursery and service operations.  With experience in nearly all segments of the business, Greg was called upon in 2011 to lead Prestage’s newly acquired Oklahoma Swine Division. He and his wife Kathy made Oklahoma their home over the past 12 years while Greg oversaw every component of Prestage’s Oklahoma footprint. His employees and their pigs have achieved high performance under Greg’s tenure. Additionally, the Oklahoma Pork Council has continually benefitted from his wisdom and perspective. In retirement, Greg plans to spend more time with his family and enjoy outdoor experiences like hunting and fishing.

Congratulations to Greg Stephens on his retirement and this special honor from his peers!