WPA distinguished service awards

Each year Wisconsin Pork Association recognizes four individuals that are selected as outstanding pork industry leaders and friends during our annual meeting during the Corn Soy Expo in February.

The four award categories include the following:

  • Producer Honoree-Awarded to a pork producer whose contributions to the Wisconsin swine industry merit special recognition.
  • Industry Honoree-Awarded to allied industry representatives who are dedicated to promoting and serving the industry.
  • Agri-Communicator– Acknowledges the efforts of an individual or business who has communicated and promoted the pork industry.
  • Friend of the Industry-Awarded to an individual or business who provides exemplary service to the Wisconsin Pork Association.

2025 recipients

To learn more about our award recipients, click HERE.

Producer Honoree- Alicia Prill-Adams
Industry Honoree- Jim Quackenbush
Agri-Communicator Honoree- Bob Middendorf
Friend of the Industry Honoree- Rep. Travis Tranel