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flag Iowa hog farmers Josh Volante and Megan, and Illinois farmer Bruce Brinkman, honored as Master Pork Producers for sustainable, family-run operations.

flag Josh Volante and Megan, hog producers from Iowa, have been named Master Pork Producers by the Iowa Pork Producers Association. flag They operate a hog feeding business across three sites, using manure on their family’s crop land and relying on technology and animal welfare principles. flag Volante, who began raising pigs in 4-H at age 9, expanded his operation since 2006 despite economic challenges. flag Megan supports the farm with seed sales, ag consulting, and nutrient management. flag The family values community and mentorship, especially after becoming parents. flag Bruce Brinkman, a 55-year veteran pig farmer from Illinois, raises 3,200 antibiotic-free pigs under contract and uses manure as fertilizer on his 1,100-acre farm, where he grows corn, soybeans, wheat, and hand-planted horseradish. flag He has served on agricultural boards and hopes his sons will continue the farm.

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