Let’s meet an honorary Master Pork Producer who’s learned the recipe for a successful operation

Kent Mowrer is being awarded posthumously as an honorary Master Pork Producer for his dedication and hard work toward Iowa’s pork industry.

Video provided by: Iowa Pork Producers Association

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