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Iowa hog farmers Josh Volante and Megan, and Illinois farmer Bruce Brinkman, honored as Master Pork Producers for sustainable, family-run operations.
Josh Volante and Megan, hog producers from Iowa, have been named Master Pork Producers by the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
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.
Volante, who began raising pigs in 4-H at age 9, expanded his operation since 2006 despite economic challenges.
Megan supports the farm with seed sales, ag consulting, and nutrient management.
The family values community and mentorship, especially after becoming parents.
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.
He has served on agricultural boards and hopes his sons will continue the farm.
Los granjeros de cerdos de Iowa Josh Volante y Megan, y el granjero de Illinois Bruce Brinkman, honrados como Maestros Productores de Carne de Cerdo por sus operaciones familiares sostenibles.