Sponsored by the National Pork Producers Council, the 2024 World Pork Expo will provide attendees with the latest insights across all aspects of the pork industry. This year's event features a new two-day schedule and the return of the world's largest trade show dedicated to pork. Other highlights include the return of free educational seminars and the introduction of the Young Pork Advocate Issue Conference at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa.
“In an ever-changing industry like this, it's important to stay informed and innovative,” said Lori Stevemer, NPPC President. “This is especially true as we welcome young people who are passionate about making a difference. The 2024 World Pork Expo will improve the knowledge of all professionals and will help create opportunities such as the Young Pork Advocates Issues Conference. It’s all about supporting young talent through events.”
Young pork issue advocates meet
World Pork Expo is excited to introduce a new competitive speaking event for young people passionate about the future of the pork industry. The Young Pork Advocates Issues Meet, sponsored by Novus and NutraBlend, is designed to engage pork enthusiasts ages 17-22 to address real-world industry challenges. Participants research, problem solve, debate, draft mock motions, and gain valuable experience in the NPPC policy development process.
The competition will be held during the Expo and will begin with an orientation session followed by a round-robin discussion on the first day. The second day will feature the final round, culminating in an exciting announcement of results. Top winners will receive scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 and a trip to the NPPC Legislative Action Conference.
Gain industry insights at business seminars
We are looking forward to seeing you again this year with a new lineup of business seminars. These seminars will focus on key pillars of the industry, including sustainability, technological advancements, and other pressing issues shaping pork production today. They will be held in a variety of industrial buildings and feature comprehensive panel discussions with leading experts and interactive Q&A sessions.
Business Seminar Event Schedule:
-
Wednesday June 5th
-
1-3pm Kent – Partner in Continuous ImprovementSponsored by Kent Feeds, Location: Varied Industries Building, Conference Room B, Speakers: Jim Smith, Michael Edmonds, Kale Causemaker. Join Kent to learn the latest in pig nutrition, including new developments in the NexGex Advanced lineup and the introduction of his EFFICOR, a new pig-derived probiotic.
-
2-3pm Impact of clean feed on endemic diseases in pigsSponsored by Anitox, Location: Varied Industries Building, Meeting Room D. With Francisco Dominguez, improving clean feed to reduce endemic diseases in pigs, exploring the effectiveness of feed disinfectants and optimal biosecurity strategies in feed mills. Discover the benefits.
-
-
Thursday, June 6th
-
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Health and Productivity Challenge – How is the United States leading the world in sustainable and profitable pork production? Sponsored by Alltech, Location: Varied Industries Building, Conference Room D. Alltech's Mark Lyons led a discussion on the role of the U.S. pork industry in global trade, animal health, and sustainability, and for both producers and consumers. The aim is to improve economic and environmental outcomes for
-
Network and learn at Pork Academy
Sponsored by the National Pork Board and Pork Checkoff, Pork Academy once again offers interactive sessions featuring expert analysis and engaging discussions. Located in the Varied Industries Building, attendees can gain valuable insights and enter for a chance to win exclusive pork-related prizes. Admission to the Pork Academy sessions is included with World Pork Expo admission.
Pork Academy event schedule:
-
Wednesday June 5th
-
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Economic outlook for the pig industry, Location: Upper conference rooms of various industrial buildings. Steve Meyer and Joe Kerns discuss domestic and international pork demand, price impacts, and market consumption in an interactive economics session.
-
1-2pm Building public trust in porkLocation: Varied Industries Building, Conference Room C. Speaker: Nicholas Gabler, Iowa State University. Pedro Uriola, University of Minnesota. Katie Sanders of North Carolina State University and Alexa Lamb of the University of Georgia. With a focus on building consumer trust, the Real Pork Trust and his consortium explore strategies to bridge the gap between the public and farm practices.
-
2:30pm – 3:30pm How pork impacts our plates and our industryLocation: Various industrial buildings, conference room C. Discover the latest in pork nutrition research and learn how collaboration with nutrition experts enhances pork's appeal during this informative panel discussion.
-
-
Thursday, June 6th
-
9:00am – 10:30am Endemic diseases, biosecurity and other hot topics in pig healthLocation: Varied Industries Building, Conference Room B. Moderator: Brent Pepin, National Pork Board, Speaker: Deb Murray, New Fashion Pork. Lisa Becton, Pig Health Improvement Center, Guilherme Cezar, Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine, Laura Dalquist, Pig Veterinary Center. Address pig health concerns with leading experts through engaging discussions focused on disease and biosecurity.
-
10:30am- 11:45am Positioning pork for success: meeting consumers where they areLocation: Varied Industries Building, Meeting Room C. Leverage insights from NPB Consumer Connect to learn how understanding consumer behavior can increase the relevance and demand of pork.
-
1pm – 2:15pm The Future of All PorkLocation: Varied Industries Building, Meeting Room C. Explore the future of pig farming as we discuss opportunities and challenges with experts in gene editing, AI, and other advanced technologies.
-
2:30pm – 3:30pm Carbon markets, CSA, ROI, etc.Location: Varied Industries Building, Conference Room B. Moderator: Jill Brokaw, National Pork Board. Get the latest information on climate change smart grants, sustainability funding opportunities, and how they impact on-farm practices.
-
Register today
Don't miss your chance to join thousands of pork industry professionals at World Pork Expo 2024! Online registration ends on May 30th. For registration details, event updates, hotel information and more, please visit: Website.
