Pennsylvania Declares Pork Month during Capitol Breakfast  

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Editors Note: Photo(s) Attached Suggested Caption: Pork Month Declaration presentation during the 2025 Pork and Policy event held by PA SIP.  

Pennsylvania Declares Pork Month during Capitol Breakfast  

The Pennsylvania Strategic Investment Program (PA SIP) hosted its first-ever Pork and Policy event at the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Wednesday, October 29. The gathering brought together agricultural leaders, policymakers, and members of Pennsylvania’s pork industry to celebrate October as Pork Month in the Commonwealth. 

During the event, an official proclamation was presented declaring October as Pork Month in Pennsylvania, recognizing the pork industry’s significant contributions to the state’s economy, workforce, and food system. The proclamation celebrates the dedication of Pennsylvania’s pork producers and their ongoing commitment to sustainability, animal care, and community engagement. 

“Pork and Policy is an opportunity to bring producers and policymakers together to strengthen understanding and collaboration across the pork industry,” said Kurt Good, PA SIP Vice Chairman. “We’re proud to recognize the men and women who raise pork in Pennsylvania and the positive impact they make every day.” 

Nearly 100 attendees joined the morning celebration, which featured a breakfast highlighting a variety of pork cuts and dishes, along with maple bacon signature lattes from a local Pennsylvania business. The event provided a welcoming environment for conversation, connection, and collaboration between pork producers and legislators. 

PA SIP extends its appreciation to the elected officials and their staff who attended and continue to show their support for Pennsylvania’s pork industry. Their ongoing engagement helps strengthen the future of agriculture in the Commonwealth and ensures that the voices of Pennsylvania’s producers remain heard in policy discussions. 

The Pork and Policy event reflects PA SIP’s commitment to fostering dialogue between agriculture and government, celebrating industry achievements, and promoting awareness of the critical role pork production plays in Pennsylvania’s economy and communities. 

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The Pennsylvania Strategic Investment Program (PA SIP) functions as a state-level initiative affiliated with the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) to ensure producer-driven input and resources are effectively directed toward advancing the pork industry. PA SIP manages voluntary contributions from producers and industry partners. These funds are allocated to support initiatives that strengthen the state’s pork sector and provide Pennsylvania producers with a voice in decision-making processes. PA SIP not only ensures local producer engagement but also channels state-level resources into broader national advocacy efforts, linking Pennsylvania’s pork producers to a coordinated policy strategy that promotes sustainability, economic growth, and long-term industry viability. 

PA Pork Strengthens Retail Partnerships with Weis Markets and Allegiance Retail Services 

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Editor’s Note: Photo Attached: Weis Markets recipe of a Spicy Asian Ground Pork Burger 

PA Pork Strengthens Retail Partnerships with Weis Markets and Allegiance Retail Services 

The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council (PA Pork), continues to build strong retail connections through strategic collaborations with Weis Markets and Allegiance Retail Services, reaching thousands of consumers with engaging, educational content promoting fresh pork. 

In September, PA Pork teamed up with Weis Markets for a social-media campaign featuring registered dietitian Kimberly Varner, RD, who shared simple, flavorful pork recipes that inspire confidence in the kitchen. The campaign’s videos, featured on Weis’s Facebook, Instagram and TikTok pages, generated significant viewership. 

To encourage trial and engagement, Weis hosted a $25 gift-card giveaway and distributed pork coupons through social media and Penn State tailgate prize packs. Weis Quality Ground Pork saw notable increases in month-over-month and year-over-year sales Compared to the month prior to the promotion: 23% increase in sales and 21% increase in units sold. Year over year for the month of September: 103% increase in sales and 55% increase in units sold 

The partnership extends beyond Weis through PA Pork’s collaboration with Allegiance Retail Services, a cooperative serving independent supermarkets across the Northeast. Through a custom recipe, email blast, and a cooking class, the Allegiance partnership helps highlight pork’s versatility and nutritional value at member stores including Foodtown, Brooklyn Harvest and Fresh Grocer. 

The video shorts and longer-format content illustrate this multi-channel approach: 

Together with its retail partners, PA Pork continues to strengthen the connection between farmers, retailers and consumers, ensuring pork remains a trusted and loved protein across Pennsylvania and beyond. 

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The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council (PPPC) administers the Pork Checkoff on behalf of the state’s nearly 3,000 pig farmers. PPPC acts as a steward for Pork Checkoff funds at the state level and is charged with executing specific programs in the areas of promotion, research and education. No funds may be used for lobbying or to influence government policy. Checkoff-funded promotions are designed to increase domestic pork sales through consumer, retail and food service outreach. Additionally, Checkoff-funded research is administered in all areas of pork production, processing and human nutrition to develop a higher quality, more profitable and innovative product in the competitive meat protein market. 

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Parker’s Plate Showcases Pork in Back-to-School and Fall Recipe Segments 

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September 26, 2025 

Editor’s Note: Photo Attached: Suggested Caption: Parker Wallace host of Parker’s Plate 

Parker’s Plate Showcases Pork in Back-to-School and Fall Recipe Segments 

Pork took center stage in two recent lifestyle TV features as Parker Wallace, host of Parker’s Plate, prepared flavorful, family-friendly recipes in partnership with the Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council. 

On FOX Baltimore’s BMORE Lifestyle (Sept. 18), Wallace shared quick and protein-packed dishes perfect for back-to-school schedules. Recipes featured pork as a lean, affordable option for weeknight meals that deliver both flavor and nutrition in a short amount of time. 

Wallace joined WUSA9’s Great Day Washington (Sept. 25) to usher in fall with hearty pork recipes tailored for cooler weather. The segment highlighted comforting seasonal dishes that showcase pork’s versatility. From savory slow cooker meals to easy kid friendly meals, Parker highlighted how pork can fit in your meal plan.   

“Whether it’s fueling your kids after a long school day or creating something warm and cozy for fall, pork is a perfect fit for every table,” Wallace shared during the segments. 

The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council is grateful to Parker Wallace for helping showcase pork in creative and approachable ways. Her recent segments reminded viewers of pork’s versatility in everyday cooking, while also underscoring its value as a lean, high-quality protein packed with essential nutrients. For a closer look at a few of the featured recipes and more pork inspiration, visit whypapork.com/recipes-home 

Watch the full segments here: 

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The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council (PPPC) administers the Pork Checkoff on behalf of the state’s nearly 3,000 pig farmers. PPPC acts as a steward for Pork Checkoff funds at the state level and is charged with executing specific programs in the areas of promotion, research and education. No funds may be used for lobbying or to influence government policy. Checkoff-funded promotions are designed to increase domestic pork sales through consumer, retail and food service outreach. Additionally, Checkoff-funded research is administered in all areas of pork production, processing and human nutrition to develop a higher quality, more profitable and innovative product in the competitive meat protein market.