If you are reading this digital newsletter, there's a very strong chance you know an award-worthy pig farmer! Applications are now open for the 2024 Oklahoma Pork Council Excellence Awards.

This honor recognizes individuals across all areas of pork production for exceptional commitment or innovation within at least one of the Oklahoma Pork Council's four strategic intention areas: Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness, Workforce At All Levels, Image Enhancement, and Freedom to Operate. Each year, the winners of this award are pork producers who view their work as more than a job, bringing passion to their professions each day. Nominees do not have to be Oklahoma Pork Council members or work in any certain sector of production. Up to four producers will be chosen for this acknowledgement, and the winners will be celebrated later in 2025.

Nominations are due by Saturday, February 15, 2025. Click here to learn more and fill out the quick online application for a deserving member of your team or community.