Pork producers launch $100,000 pork chop contest

Jun 04, 2024

#100kPorkChop - Hunt for D.C.'s best pork chop begins!

By Farms.com

Pork producers are sizzling up a storm in the Washington D.C. area with the launch of the #100kPorkChop competition. Supported by various organizations, this culinary quest aims to find the most tantalizing pork chop in the Capital Beltway region.

Restaurants in the area are invited to sign up for the challenge until June 17. Once registered, they'll vie for the prestigious title and a hefty $100,000 cash prize. But the competition isn't just about bragging rights and big bucks; it's also about giving back to the community.

Pork producers pledge to donate $100,000 worth of pork products to local food banks, adding a generous flavor to the mix.

The contest unfolds in two exciting phases. From June 19 to July 3, the public will have the chance to sample chops from participating restaurants and cast their votes in the People's Pork Chop Awards.

The top contenders, numbering between three to five, will then advance to the final showdown in front of a panel of culinary experts and pork producers.

The winner of the #100kPorkChop challenge will be crowned on July 23 during the grand food bank donation presentation. It's not just about finding the best pork chop; it's about celebrating local cuisine, supporting restaurants, and making a positive impact on the community.

So, mark your calendars and get ready to indulge your taste buds while supporting a good cause. Join us in the search for D.C.'s ultimate pork chop in the #100kPorkChop competition!

Video: Veteran Farmers: A Legacy of Service in Rural America

Veterans Day is a time to honor the men and women who have selflessly protected our freedoms and values. And for some, the transition from military service to civilian life brings them back to the farm.

At Farm Bureau, we believe it’s important to not only celebrate veterans but also those who continue to make a difference in agriculture and their community. We've partnered with Farm Credit to establish the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence to shine a light on those who have continued to go above and beyond to serve their communities.

This year, we recognize retired Colonel Joe Ricker as the inaugural Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence winner. Joe served over 30 years in the Army before retiring from the Pentagon and completing tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Since leaving the Army, his commitment to excellence in farming and enriching the lives of veterans has blossomed in a myriad of ways in both his local community of Wilkinson, Indiana, and across the country. Joe grows apples and raises bees on his farm in Indiana. Joe founded “Veterans IN Farming,” an organization, now with more than 1,100 members, dedicated to providing veterans in Indiana with the tools and training to succeed in agriculture.

The American Farm Bureau Federation is an independent, non-governmental, voluntary organization, comprised of and directed by farm and ranch families who engage in all types of food, fuel and fiber production.