The Oklahoma Pork Council Excellence Award recognizes pork producers who have made the daily work of raising pigs more than just a job, but a passionate calling to care for their animals and the people around them. This award covers all sectors of pork production, and it rewards those outstanding producers who excel in at least one of Oklahoma Pork’s four strategic intentions.

Throughout her 20-year career with The HANOR Company, Kelly Haymaker has become known for her deep love of her boars, her strong commitment to biosecurity, and her focus on continuous improvement. She began her pork career in HANOR’s sow farms before spending nearly two decades managing the 200 animals housed at the company’s Ames Boar Stud location.

As a boar stud manager, Kelly makes it her mission to provide the best possible care to her pigs every day. She oversees a four-person team that produces high quality semen used throughout HANOR’s Oklahoma operations. She holds all employees and visitors to the highest level of accountability for herd health, and she continually challenges the system to better prevent disease entry on HANOR farms. Kelly serves as an excellent role model for treating your pigs and people with genuine care.

The Oklahoma Pork Council celebrates Kelly for her heartfelt example of pork production excellence!