World Pork Expo's educational seminars highlight the latest pork insights

Pork industry professionals will get the latest in production and management education through topical seminars at the 2022 World Pork Expo, presented by the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). World Pork Expo takes place June 8-10 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa.

This year’s line-up of Business Seminars and Pork Academy gives producers the opportunity to learn about critical topics such as sustainability, data, industry collaborations, nutrition, and more.

“These seminars provide opportunities for pork professionals to stay on top of the latest challenges, topics, trends, and innovations in our industry,” said NPPC President Terry Wolters, owner of Stoney Creek Farms. “The World Pork Expo is an excellent place to learn how to improve operations and outcomes with the newest strategies.”

5 Business Seminars to Choose From

This year’s line-up of Business Seminars includes a variety of sessions, such as multi-part panel discussions and Q&A opportunities. All Business Seminars take place in the Varied Industries Building.

Business Seminars schedule of events:

Wednesday, June 8:

• Today’s Science, Tomorrow’s Success
• Sustainability of Modern Protein Production in Times of Global Supply Chain Uncertainty
• Economic Outlook of the Crop & Pork Industry
• Perfect Plan for Fall Profitability & Beyond: Live!

Thursday, June 9:

• Gilts vs. Barrows - New Innovation for Closing the Gilt Gap

5 Pork Academy Sessions and Networking Opportunities

This year’s Pork Academy is included with admission. Presented by the National Pork Board and Pork Checkoff, the Pork Academy introduces big ideas and innovative thinking from experts ready to tackle the challenges faced by pork producers and our communities. All Pork Academy events also take place in the Varied Industries Building.

Pork Academy schedule of events:

Wednesday, June 8:

• Coffee Talk: Hot Topics in the Pork Industry
• Sustainability Series: What’s Coming and Why You Need to Be Ready

Thursday, June 9:

• Foreign Animal Disease Series: The Alphabet Soup of Disease Response
• Foreign Animal Disease Series: Depopulation and Disposal
• Sustainability Series: Decoding Carbon Markets – What Do They Mean to You?

Be sure to check out the sponsored Lounge Hours in Meeting Room B from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and again from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for opportunities to network with staff experts from the National Pork Board and get answers to your questions about sustainability and disease preparedness.

There’s still time to register to join thousands of pork industry professionals at this summer’s must-attend pork event. Learn more about the 2022 World Pork Expo at our website, which contains details about registration, daily events, hotel availability, and more.