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Iowa Pork Honors Five HS Girls Basketball Players with Top Producer Awards

The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is proud to honor five exceptional high school girls' basketball players with the prestigious Top Producer Award. This recognition celebrates one standout player from each class following the Iowa Girls State Basketball Tournament championship games.

In partnership with the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU), IPPA presents this award to athletes who exemplify leadership, teamwork, and resilience on the court. These players go beyond individual performance, demonstrating perseverance and sportsmanship that elevate their teams' success during tournament play.

"Whether in pig farming or athletics, success comes from hard work, determination, and teamwork," said Aaron Juergens, a pig farmer from Carroll and president of IPPA. "Reaching the state tournament is no small feat—it takes dedication and countless hours of effort. Congratulations to all the teams, and a special salute to the top producers who helped lead the way!"

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Selling Rams & Helping New Farmers Begin

Video: Selling Rams & Helping New Farmers Begin

It’s shipping day again at Ewetopia Farms as we sell another Suffolk yearling ram! In today’s episode, we load one of our Suffolk rams onto the trailer as he heads off to his new farm to sire the next generation of lambs.

This particular customer has been buying our rams for over eight years, trusting Ewetopia genetics for their gentle temperaments, strong builds, and proven performance. Back home, we get busy looking after the flock that’s staying behind. With the weather turning wet and chilly, it’s time to put down fresh, clean bedding to keep everyone cozy and comfortable for the season ahead. Later, we welcome a wonderful new family who’s just starting out in sheep farming!

They’ve chosen some of our Suffolk ewe lambs to begin their flock — and we couldn’t be happier to help them take their first steps into raising sheep. Stay tuned for a follow-up episode when we help deliver and settle their new flock at their farm.