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Pork production is in the heart of this award-winning family!

February 03, 2025 02:05 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

What does it take to become a Master Pork Producer?

Dan Weber’s passion was sparked at a young age. Since then, he and his family have shown hard work, expertise, and dedication to the industry.

The Iowa Pork Producers Association takes us to Waukon Feed Ranch to learn about his operation.

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