MPPA Statement on Implementation of Defense Production Act

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Mankato, Minn. – President Trump signed an executive order yesterday, April 29 that invoked the Defense Production Act (DPA) to send much-needed federal support to the U.S. pork supply chain. The President’s action will allow the federal government to prioritize the continuity of pork processing plant operation, an issue for Minnesota farmers who have seen three of the five primary packing plants where they market animals shut down in recent weeks. The following statement is from David Mensink, a pig farmer from Preston, Minnesota, and president of the Minnesota Pork Producers Association:

“We are grateful for the support from the local, state, and federal government. We need clear, consistent guidelines and all available resources to address the difficult situation. We thank President Trump for taking the next step to help keep packing plants open and re-open those that have shut down.

“Farmers are experiencing an unparalleled drop in the value of their animals and are facing serious financial challenges. Without immediate relief, including expanded financial aid without payment limitations, multi-generational family farms will struggle to survive.

“While getting packing plants back online is critical, the heartbreaking reality is millions of pigs will not be able to enter the food supply. As farmers, that goes against everything we do to care for our animals and provide food for people. We need a strong, coordinated effort between industry and government authorities to depopulate pigs in a safe and ethical way.”

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The Minnesota Pork Producers Association is recognized as highly committed to continued development of a strong industry image that protects the best interests of members and impacts public policy while producing both state and national industry leaders.

MPPA Hosts USDA Round Table

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On Saturday, March 7, Congressman Jim Hagedorn (MN-01), USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach, and Minnesota Pork Producers Association CEO David Preisler hosted a round table discussion with farmers and producers at the Minnesota Pork office in Mankato.Usda Round Table

 

One of Rep. Hagedorn’s top agriculture priorities is to make sure federal agencies are equipped with the necessary tools to combat Foreign Ag Diseases (FAD), such as African Swine Fever (ASF), High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) and Foot-Mouth Disease (FMD). This forum provided a great opportunity for members of southern Minnesota’s agriculture community to discuss the issues impacting their daily lives. The roundbtable also discussed trade policy, plant health issues, price reporting, FDA issues and a general update from Washington.

 

Prior to the roundtable, Rep. Hagedorn and Under Secretary Ibach the Compart Family hosted a tour of Compart’s Boar Store, their family farm near Nicollet, Minnesota.

 

KEYC Channel 12 in Mankato provides this report.

Barka, Mensink, Timmerman, and Mouw Elected to MPPA Board

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Front to Back, L to R: Shelly Schell, Gerg Boerboom, Dave Mensink, Daryl Timmerman, and Lori Stevermer. Back Dr. Gordon Spronk, Amon Baer, Mike Mouw, John Anderson, Adam Barka, Vince Baack, and Terry Wolters.

Adam Barka, Sleepy Eye; Dave Mensink, Preston; Daryl Timmerman, North Mankato; and Mike Mouw, Leota, were elected to the Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA) during their Annual Meeting held on Monday, January 27, at the Hilton Minneapolis in conjunction with Minnesota Pork Congress.

“Minnesota’s pork industry consists of a broad range of farms in both size and style,” says president Mensink. “The Minnesota Pork Producers Association executive board represents that diversity. Each leader brings forth their knowledge and expertise for a well-rounded collective group. As a board, we are looking forward to working on behalf of our members and partners.”

MPPA Board members are elected to three-year terms and work on behalf of Minnesota’s farmers to bring visionary leadership for its members by influencing public policy on a local, state and national level.

Dave Mensink of Preston was elected to serve as MPPA president. In addition, John Anderson of Belgrade was elected as vice-president and Adam Barka of Sleepy Eye was once again elected to serve as secretary.

Other board members include Vince Baack, North Mankato; Amon Baer, Lake Park; Greg Boerboom of Marshall; Shelly Schell, Altura. In addition, Minnesota representatives serving on the National Pork Producers Council board include Dr. Gordon Spronk of Pipestone, Lori Stevermer of Easton, and Terry Wolters of Pipestone.

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Editor’s Note: Photos available upon request from katelyn@mnpork.com.

The Minnesota Pork Producers Association is recognized as highly committed to continued development of a strong industry image that protects the best interests of members and impacts public policy while producing both state and national industry leaders.

Baack, Baer, and Schell Elected to MPPA Executive Board

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2019-2020 Executive Board
2019 Minnesota Pork Producers Association Board:
Front, Left to Right: Amon Baer, Craig Mensink, Greg Boerboom, Shelly Schell, and Daryl Timmerman. Back: Terry Wolters, Vincent Baack, John Anderson, Adam Barka, Ben Johnson, and Jim Compart.

Vincent Baack of Jackson, Amon Baer of Lake Park, and Shelly Schell of Altura were elected to the Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA) during their Annual Meeting held on Monday, February 4 at the Hilton Minneapolis in conjunction with Minnesota Pork Congress.

Jay Moore of Jackson, Lori Stevermer of Easton, and Pat Thome of Adams retired from the nine-member board.

“The Minnesota Pork Producers Association executive board represents the diversity of Minnesota’s pork industry,” says Boerboom. “Board members represent farms of all sizes and styles in Minnesota. These leaders bring a broad base of expertise as well. We’re looking forward to getting to work on behalf of our members and partners.”

MPPA Board members are elected to three-year terms and work on behalf of Minnesota’s farmers to bring visionary leadership for its members by influencing public policy on a local, state and national level.

Greg Boerboom of Marshall was elected once again to serve as MPPA president. In addition, Dave Mensink of Preston was elected as vice-president and Adam Barka of Sleepy Eye was elected to serve as secretary.

Other board members include Daryl Timmerman, North Mankato; John Anderson, St. Cloud, and Ben Johnson, Rochester. In addition, Minnesota representatives serving on the National Pork Producers Council board include Jim Compart of Nicollet and Terry Wolters from Pipestone.

Minnesota Pork Producers Association Annual Meeting Agenda

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Minnesota Pork Producers Association Annual Meeting 

January 15, 2018

1:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Minneapolis Hilton- Symphony III

1001 S. Marquette Ave,

Minneapolis Minnesota 

AGENDA
I. Call to Order – Jay Moore -MPPA president
II. Introductions- MPPA Executive Board, National Pork Producers Council Board Members, MPPA Staff
III. Review of Annual Meeting Procedures, Rules of Debate- Bruce Kleven- MPPA Annual Meeting Counsel
IV. Approval of 2017 Annual Meeting Minutes – Lori Stevermer MPPA secretary
V. Election of 2018 MPPA Executive Board
VI. MPPA Financial Report and Program Review – David Preisler- MPPA chief executive officer
VII. Guest Speaker: Ken Maschhoff, National Pork Producers Council, President 
VIII. 2018 MPPA State Legislative Goals and Outlook –MPPA By-Law Amendment
IX. 2018 Resolutions, Discussion and Action- Greg Boerboom- chair of the Public Affairs committee
X. Election Results for 2018 MPPA Executive Board
XI. Announcements

Guest Speaker: Ken Maschhoff, is chairman of Maschhoff Family Foods, which owns The Maschhoffs LLC, one of the largest pork production companies in the world. A fifth-generation farmer, Maschhoff currently serves as president for the National Pork Producers Council. Ken and his wife Julie have four children, and they reside on the family farm in Southern Illinois.

MPB Annual Meeting 10:30: – 1:00 p.m – MPPA members are encouraged to attend the Minnesota Pork Board (Pork Checkoff) annual meeting prior the MPPA Meeting.