The National Pork Board is currently accepting applications to fill positions on nine Pork Checkoff program advisory committees. The committee system provides in-depth analysis and oversight of specialized projects and programs, including the planning, budgeting, goal-setting and evaluation of Pork Checkoff programs.

“Serving on Pork Checkoff advisory committees is a great opportunity for producers to show their support of the industry,” said Bill Winkelman, vice president of producer services for the National Pork Board. Committee members include industry professionals from diverse background and geographic regions, each committed to lending their expertise to the U.S. pork industry.”

Any pork producer or importer who has paid all Checkoff assessments that are due, or is a representative of a producer or company that produces hogs and/or pigs, is eligible to serve on a Pork Checkoff advisory committee. Applications will be accepted until October 1.

Applications are being accepted for the following committees:
Animal Welfare
Domestic Marketing
Sustainability
Pork Safety, Quality and Human Nutrition
Producer and State Services
Public Health and Producer Safety
Swine Health
International Trade