Podcasts

The Minnesota Porkcast

The Minnesota Porkcast takes a dive into the world of pork to help producers and people across Minnesota stay up to date. Brownfield talks with Minnesota Pork about new outreach programs and opportunities to spread the message about pork. Listen to this podcast to learn about recent developments in the pork industry and “Taste What Pork Can Do.”

Latest Episode

The Minnesota Porkcast: Activate Session Four

In this porkcast, we hear from Logan Tesch and Travis Brown on their experience with the Activate program through Minnesota Pork. Learn about Activate's latest session, why they joined the program, and what they've gained from being a part of it! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

April 20 • 9m 59.8s

Episodes

The Minnesota Porkcast: Activate Session Four

April 20 • 9m 59.8s

Advocacy in Action with The Activate Program

In this Porkcast, we are joined by Minnesota Pork Executive Board Member and crop and livestock farmer, Brad Kluver. He tells us about the inaugural Activate Program, and says they visited the state capitol to learn about communication, leadership training, federal and state policies, and how they can better advocate on behalf of Minnesota Pork. They looked at current priorities, saw firsthand how decisions are made, and met with multiple Minnesota senators. Listen to learn more about Minnesota Pork and why Brad joined the Activate Program! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

March 25 • 6m 9.8s

The Minnesota Porkcast: Taste What Pork Can Do for Gopher Basketball

Minnesota Pork director of Communications Bailey Ruen says a recent promotion at a University of Minnesota men’s basketball game highlighted the “Taste What Pork Can Do” campaign. She tells Brownfield from banner ads to a “pig” competing in a 3 point shooting contest, fans were able to experience a fun and informative atmosphere, as well as a big time Big Ten upset. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

February 10 • 13m 10.7s

The Minnesota Porkcast: Minnesota Pork Activate Program

Minnesota Pork director of farmer outreach Kate Maddock says her role is all about connecting with pig farmers all across Minnesota. She tells Brownfield the new Activate Program equips emerging leaders with essential skills and industry knowledge to be able to confidently advocate on behalf of Minnesota pig farmers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

January 28 • 12m 42.3s

The Minnesota Porkcast: 2026 Minnesota Pork Congress

The keynote speaker for February’s Minnesota Pork Congress is Hunter Pinke, a nationally renowned speaker whose athletic career was cut short by injury. As a farmer himself, Pinke says agricultural producers face obstacles out of their control. And he plans to bring a message of overcoming to Pork Congress attendees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

December 8 • 11m 45.1s

The Minnesota Porkcast: Minnesota Pork’s Animal Health Initiatives in Action

The Minnesota Pork Board recently formed an Animal Health Task Force. One of its members is Mark Schwartz, Director of Innovation and Research, Schwartz Farms Inc., and Assistant Professor in the Department of Population Medicine, University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. Another member is Dr. Paul Yeske of the Swine Vet Center. Both state that the mission of the task force is to ensure Minnesota Pork leads the nation in herd health improvement to support a nutritious, safe food supply, protect public health, and advance animal well-being. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

November 11 • 14m