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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.
