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PA Pork Highlights “Taste What Pork Can Do” Campaign at State Farm Volleyball Classic

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September 1, 2025 

Editors Note: Photo Attached; PA Pork Sponsored swag for locker rooms.  

PA Pork Highlights “Taste What Pork Can Do” Campaign at State Farm Volleyball Classic 
 

Pittsburgh, PA -The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council (PA Pork) proudly wrapped up its sponsorship of the State Farm Volleyball Classic, where pork took center stage in fueling athletes and engaging fans throughout the weekend. 
 
As part of practice day activities on Saturday, August 30, all participating teams were treated to a pork lunch, emphasizing pork’s role as a lean, high-quality protein that supports performance, strength, and recovery. 
 
Participating teams also received “Taste What Pork Can Do” branded giveaways, including phone charging cords, stickers, and volleyball socks, connecting athletes with pork in a fun and memorable way. 
 
Throughout the tournament, fans experienced the “Taste What Pork Can Do” campaign across the stadium concourse and on the jumbotron, where they learned more about the important role pork plays in a balanced diet. 
  

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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Weston Spect, has recently been selected to join the 2025 class for the Pork Leadership Institute (PLI). Weston grew up on a small horse farm in Somerset, Pennsylvania, where he developed a passion for agriculture through 4-H, FFA, and raising fair pigs. He attended Pennsylvania State University, earning a degree in Animal Science with a minor in Equine Science.

After graduation, Weston began his career in feed sales before joining Country View Family Farms. Over the past two years, he has advanced through their Manager Trainee Program and is now the Farrowing Lead at a 5,500-head Prop 12-compliant farm.

Weston credits mentors at Country View Family Farms, for fostering his growth, stating, “The knowledge and support from my colleagues have been invaluable. I’ve been fortunate to learn from a team that prioritizes continuous improvement and innovative problem-solving.”

“I’m incredibly honored and excited to have been selected for PLI,” Spect shared. “The program offers a unique opportunity to meet industry professionals from across the country, exchange ideas, and gain new perspectives that I can bring back to my farm and community.”

As Weston embarks on this journey, he reflects on his growing passion for pork production. “I never imagined how rewarding this industry could be. It’s incredible to walk into a grocery store and see a product you’ve worked hard to produce on the shelf. I encourage young adults to step out of their comfort zones and explore a career in the pork industry—it’s a truly fulfilling experience.”