National Pork Board 2006 Committee Abstracts
Board of Directors
President: Lynn Harrison
Vice President: Steve Weaver
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Steve Murphy
Departmental Connection: Chief Executive Officer
Board Charge
The board of directors has the ultimate responsibility for the collection of
funds for the national pork checkoff, their disbursement to state
organizations, and their investment in industry promotion, research and
consumer information programs.
The board of director’s primary charge is the vision and strategic direction of
the organization, to insure that the organizations plans and budget are in
alignment with the vision, and to hire and supervise the chief executive
officer.
Time Obligation
To be determined by board of directors.
Current Board of Director Members and Date Term Commenced
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15 members are nominated and ranked by the Pork Act Delegates and selected by the secretary of agriculture
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A minimum of 12 states must be represented on the board of directors
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Members serve a 3 year term, and may serve two terms
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Officers are elected by the board of directors annually
Lynn Harrison
Steve Weaver
William Brown
Alan Wilhoite
Timothy Bierman
Brian Zimmerman
Jeff Galle
Everett Forkner
Roy Henry
Henry Moore
Dianne Bettin
Bruce Samson
Dennis Michael
Gene Nemechek
Steve Murphy
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Committee: Nominating
Chair: Wayne Peugh
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: James Meimann
Departmental Connection: Governance and Operations
Committee Charge
To solicit, screen, interview, evaluate and recommend 8 candidates to the Pork
Act Delegate Body to be elected as nominees to the U.S. Secretary of
Agriculture for appointment to the National Pork Board, and also for 2 seats on
the Pork Checkoff Nominating Committee.
Time Obligation
The committee meets by telephone one or two times each year in
November/December, to review communication efforts to solicit candidates, to
review lists of potential and actual candidates and to create a plan to solicit
additional candidates if necessary. A 2-3 day interview meeting is held in
Kansas City the first part of January to conduct face-to-face interviews, as
well as phone interviews. From this meeting a list of prioritized candidates is
created, and that list is circulated to states in preparation for elections at
the Pork Act Delegate session.
Committee members should meet these criteria:
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Are familiar with and knowledgeable about Pork Board programs.
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Are knowledgeable about producers who exhibit national leadership skills.
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Are knowledgeable about the Pork Industry.
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Have diversity in gender, geographic areas, type of operation, producer types etc.
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Conduct themselves in an open, unbiased and objective manner.
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Some members should be familiar with the work of the committee, with NPB, States, organizational businesses, etc.
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Four members elected by Pork Act Delegates
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Two members named by the National Pork Board
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Chair named by National Pork Board
Current Nominating Committee Members
Wayne Peugh
Lonnie Hoelscher
William Kessler
John Adams
Terry Vanlaningham
Craig Mensink
Carrie Tengman Keppy
James Meimann
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Committee: Resolutions
Chair: Alan Wilhoite
Advisor: Jim Slaughter
Departmental Connection: Governance and Operations
Committee Charge
To review and evaluate resolutions submitted for consideration by the National
Pork Producers Delegate Body (Pork Act) related to promotion, research and
consumer information from local, state or national pork producers or importers
or their pork-specific organizations; to organize, evaluate, compare to
existing policy, edit with the consent of the originator; to offer amendments
or clarifying language; to make recommendations to the Pork Act Delegate Body.
Time Obligation
The committee typically meets only on conference calls. There are generally 2
calls scheduled for late January/early February. This is as late as possible to
receive all adopted resolutions from State Association Annual Meetings, yet
early enough to evaluate them as a Committee, organize and add background
information, and prepare them for printing in the Delegate Manual to be mailed
to all Pork Act Delegates. E-mails are used to communicate much of the
information. There are no face to face meetings. There is approximately a 10
day time period of substantial activity in reviewing background materials and
responding to ideas. In this manner each resolution is prepared with enough
information to assist Delegates in a productive debate, and to successfully
deal with each resolution.
Current Resolutions Committee Members
Alan Wilhoite
Wayne Peugh
Gene Nemechek
Karen Richter
William Kessler
Jamey Tosh
Oscar Manbeck
Steven Kerns
William Luckey
David Louk
Jim Slaughter
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Committee: Budget
Chair: Timothy Bierman
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Larry Kline
Departmental Connection: Finance and Accounting
Committee Charge
This is a standing committee of the Board of Directors whose purpose is to
continually evaluate the financial position of the organization and make
recommendations to the board of directors regarding budgeting targets, both
revenues and expenditures, and supplemental funding requests. The budget
committee also is responsible for oversight of the organizations Plan of Work
and the development of the annual strategic operating plan and budget. And
finally, the budget committee has oversight responsibility for the state pork
association checkoff plan and budget.
Jobs:
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Establish industry budget projections and monitor revenue and expenses.
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Establish guidelines and format for state plans and budgets.
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Receive, review and recommend approval of state plans and budgets and their revisions.
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Develop and monitor the operating budget of the National Pork Board.
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Review and coordinate with the Plan of Work and Budget Task Force priorities
on industry plans and budgets for recommendation to the National Pork Board.
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Request, review and recommend industry programs and projects to the National Pork Board
from submitted proposals utilizing industry input and issue identification processes.
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Submit approved or revised plans and budgets for use of funds to U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Review, monitor and communicate collection and compliance policies and practices.
Time Obligation
The committee meets 3 – 4 times per year for one to two hours always in
conjunction with a board meeting so no additional time or travel is required.
Additionally, committee members participate in the plan of work process which
requires 2 noon-to-noon meeting sessions and there are infrequent conference
calls.
Current Budget Committee Members
The committee is made up exclusively of members of the board of directors and
is appointed by the officers of the board.
Timothy Bierman
Dianne Bettin
Steve Weaver
Bruce Samson
Gene Nemechek
Larry Kline
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Committee: Compensation
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Steve Murphy
Departmental Connection: Governance and Operations
Committee Charge
This is a standing committee of the Board of Directors
whose purpose is to evaluate CEO performance, decide CEO
compensation and set CEO goals; to work with the CEO to
determine the annual organizational goals and bonus program; and
to work with the CEO to determine the NPB’s salary increase pool
and benefit plans.
Time Obligation
The committee meets 2 times each year by conference call
and once per year in person.
Current Compensation Committee Members
The committee is composed of the board officers, the immediate past president
and one at-large member.
Lynn Harrison
Randy McMahon
Gary Machan
Steve Weaver
Wayne Peugh
Steve Murphy
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Committee: Administrative
Chair: Steve Weaver
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: James Meimann
Departmental Connection: Governance and Operations
Committee Charge
The Administrative Committee is one of four standing committees of the Board,
along with Budget, Compensation and Audit. It is responsible for liaison with
USDA, the supervision and review of the administrative procedures and policies
for implementation of the Pork Act and for oversight of state pork associations
with regard to Administrative Compliance procedures.
Duties:
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Review and recommend administrative policies to the National Pork Board.
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Maintain effective liaison with USDA, and provide
appropriate oversight of checkoff funded projects and programs for consistency
with the Pork Act and Order and with USDA Policy.
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Oversee State Association Pork Act Delegate Election and/or Selection Processes.
Review all state documents, work with states and National Pork Board Staff to perfect them
where possible, and submit to USDA for appointment of Delegates.
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Review and approve an annual State list for Administrative Reviews.
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Manage State Administrative Reviews and recommend
approval of state systems, modification of policies or processes as needed, or
withholding funds or such other measures as may be required to bring state into
compliance with the Pork Act and Order, USDA policy and Pork Board Policy.
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Oversee Board internal and external communication of National Pork Board funded programs.
Time Obligation
The Administrative Committee meets approximately 3 times annually, always in
conjunction with a full Pork Board meeting. This work is supplemented by
regular email communications to update the Committee on activities under its
jurisdiction and to gain approval to move forward. Meetings are usually 1 – 2
hours.
Current Administrative Committee Members
The committee chair is always the board vice president and the committee is
made up exclusively of members of the board of directors and is appointed by
the officers of the board.
Steve Weaver
Alan Wilhoite
Everett Forkner
Brian Zimmerman
Lynn Harrison
James Meimann
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Committee: Audit
Chair: Dennis Michael
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Larry Kline
Departmental Connection: Finance and Accounting
Committee Charge
The Audit Committee is responsible for: financial accountability of Pork Act
funds; performance accountability of programs where Pork Act funds are
utilized; and determining that funds have been spent in keeping with the
provisions of the Pork Act.
Financial Accountability - Appropriate Use of Funds
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Confirm that checkoff dollars are appropriately spent.
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Secure, receive and review financial audits for state pork producer organizations receiving mandated funds.
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Select and recommend audit firm(s) and their appropriate use.
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Submit approved audits to USDA.
Performance Accountability
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Establish methods to determine that programs meet defined objectives.
Time Obligation
The committee meets 2 – 3 times per year for one to two hours always in
conjunction with a board meeting so no additional time or travel is required.
Current Audit Committee Members
The committee is made up exclusively of members of the board of directors and
is appointed by the officers of the board.
Dennis Michael
Roy Henry
Henry Moore
William Brown
Wayne Peugh
Larry Kline
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Committee: Producer Services
Vice Chairman: Jon Hoek
Chair: Ronald Schoo
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Michael Laughery
Departmental Connection: Educational Services
Committee Charge
The Producer Services Committee gives direction on producer services, programs,
initiatives, and delivery mechanisms such as professional industry
certification programs, the Pork Information Gateway concept, the national
cooperation initiative, and the distance learning modules and conferences &
seminars. Further, this committee works with educators, instructors, and
third-party influencers to deliver educational material to help pork producers
to be competitive in today’s industry. This committee also develops tactical
plans for review by the Plan of Work Taskforce and National Pork Board of
Directors.
Purpose
The purpose of the Producer Services Committee is to develop ideas and promote
comprehensive programs of producer information/education which meet the needs
of the entire pork industry. Its task is to help identify the major issues,
which require an educational effort for pork producers.
Time Obligation
The committee meets 3 times each year, January, April & August. Each
meeting is typically a two day meeting.
Current Producer Services Committee Members
Jon Hoek
Ronald Schoo
Jeff Galle
Jimmy McLamb
Scott Phillips
Jeremy Lehrman
Wayne Singleton
Tom Layne
Joe Wolfe
Clarence Wurtz
Jamey Tosh
Tammy Zimmerman
Stanley Rosendahl
Samuel Hines
William Brown
Joe Higgins
Mary Langhorst
Jim Fiala
Dennis Michael
Ross Kiehne
Orlando Gil
Bradley Thornton
Doug Wenner
Leon Sheets
Michael Laughery
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Committee: Producer and State Relations
Vice Chairman: William Kessler
Chair: Dawn Jarolimek
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Nicole Boettger
Departmental Connection: Producer & State Relations
Committee Charge
Purpose of this committee is to provide guidance and input for the Producer
& State Relations department and its strategies/activities. This leadership
will be focused on Producer Outreach, State Relations, and the Producer Service
Center activities. The committee will provide input on programs linking the
national, state and local pork organizations, their relationships and
collaborative activities. The committee may also provide input and feedback to
the Communications department as it develops messages for producers.
Time Obligation
This committee meets one to two times per year. The duration of meeting is
normally noon on one day to noon on the next day, but may be adjacent to an
activity focused on producer interaction and outreach.
Current Producer and State Relations Committee Members
William Kessler
Dawn Jarolimek
John Weber
Henry Moore
Clark Souther
Jeff Galle
Joe Hall
Jim Albaugh
John Foushee
Roy Lee Lindsey
Nannette Bierma
Nicole Boettger
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Committee: Swine Health
Vice Chairman: Teena Middleton
Chair: Jim Niewold
Advisor: Sabrina Swenson
Advisor: Harry Snelson
Advisor: James Leafstedt
Advisor: Eric Bush
Advisor: Paul Yeske
Advisor: Jennifer Greiner
Advisor: John Korslund
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Lisa Becton
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Patrick Webb
Departmental Connection Science and Technology
Committee Charge
The Swine Health Committee is responsible for identifying and prioritizing
diseases that impact the swine industry (such as PRRS and PMWS), reviewing,
approving and allocating check-off dollars for proposed research projects,
determining outreach and educational priorities for producers and establishing
positions on key swine health issues to represent the best interest of the pork
industry. Current projects/programs are the PRRS Elimination Initiative, swine
ID, biosecurity, disease surveillance, and emergency planning and preparedness.
Time Obligation
The committee meets for two days at least twice yearly – February and the Fall
– but may meet an additional time if needed. Monthly conference calls are held
and usually last one hour.
Current Swine Health Committee Members
Teena Middleton
Jim Niewold
Jay Hawley
Gene Nemechek
Mark Engle
Jon Caspers
Alan Wilhoite
Fred Cunningham
Marc Compart
Robert Rasmussen
Cory Bollum
Ron White
William Laegreid
Wayne Peugh
Ken Horton
Marcus Kehrli
Luc Dufresne
Thomas Fangman
Dale Springer
Jennifer Greiner
John Korslund
Eric Bush
Paul Yeske
James Leafstedt
Sabrina Swenson
Harry Snelson
Patrick Webb
Lisa Becton
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Committee: Animal Science
Vice Chairman: Stephen Healy
Chair: Everett Forkner
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Mark Boggess
Departmental Connection Science and Technology
Committee Charge
Mission Statement – Identify, design and support comprehensive animal science
research and education programs to provide science-based information to the
pork industry. The Animal Science Committee identifies animal science related
research & educational opportunities to enhance producer competitiveness
and profitability. It has named the following issues as programming priorities
for 2006: Sow Longevity (gilt development and maximizing the productive life of
the breeding herd), Pork Quality (developing a comprehensive consumer pork
quality study), Feed/Nutrition (partnering with United Soybean Board to
investigate energy content in feeds and how feeds affect the neonatal diarrhea)
and Swine Genomics (swine genome sequencing and genetic resistance to PRRS and
other diseases). Other programming areas include alternatives to antimicrobials
and niche pork production – alternative production systems.
Time Obligation
The Animal Science Committee meets for two days twice annually, generally July
and December. Also, the committee meets 2-3 more times annually via conference
call. Members are encouraged but not required to attend various advisory group
and oversight committee meetings throughout the year.
Current Animal Science Committee Members
Stephen Healy
Everett Forkner
Joel DeRouchey
Mohammad Koohmaraie
Bruce Samson
Steve Meyer
Dean Boyd
Keith Erlandson
Harold Hodson
Brian Zimmerman
Archie Clutter
Darrell Anderson
Scott Newman
Michael Bayes
Daniel Hodges
Eric Berg
David Meisinger
Kirk Ferrell
Hans Stein
Curtis Zehr
Rodger Johnson
Maynard Hogberg
Steven Pollmann
Mark Boggess
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Committee: Animal Welfare
Chair: Dale Norton
Advisor: John McGlone
Advisor: Edmond Pajor
Advisor: Candace Croney
Advisor: Thomas Burkgren
Advisor: Temple Grandin
Advisor: Kellye Pfalzgraf
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Sherrie Niekamp
Departmental Connection Science and Technology
Committee Charge
The mission statement of the Animal Welfare Committee is to maintain and
promote the pork industry tradition of responsible animal care through the
application of scientifically sound animal care practices. The committee’s
primary responsibility is to identify and address welfare issues facing the
industry, such as housing and transportation. The committee is also responsible
for the development and maintenance of the Swine Welfare Assurance Program
(SWAP) as well as funding swine welfare related research each year.
Time Obligation
The Animal Welfare Committee usually meets three times yearly - February, July,
and November. Meetings last approximately a day and a half. Conference calls
between meetings are held as needed.
Current Animal Welfare Committee Members
Dale Norton
Angela Baysinger
James Moody
Claude Williamson
Anna Johnson
Janeen Salak-Johnson
Robert Dykhuis
Michael Mullady
Lesa Carlton
Timothy Bierman
John Kellogg
Donald Lay
Randall Salsbery
Brian Zimmerman
Steve Weaver
Donald Butler
Michael Bayes
John Deen
Paul DuBois
Jeff Hill
Don Buhl
James McKean
Kellye Pfalzgraf
Candace Croney
Thomas Burkgren
Edmond Pajor
Temple Grandin
John McGlone
Sherrie Niekamp
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Committee: Environment
Vice Chairman: Jerry Foster
Chair: George Pettus
Advisor: Alan Sutton
Advisor: Ann Wilkie
Advisor: Carrie Tengman Keppy
Advisor: Jerry Hatfield
Advisor: Amy Schmidt
Advisor: Dan Miller
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Allan Stokes
Departmental Connection: Environmental Programs
Committee Charge
The Environment Committee is charged with
developing proactive programs to help producers meet the challenges
for responsible pork production and protecting the environment while
maintaining the economic competitiveness of the U.S. pork industry. The Committee has oversight
over Pork Checkoff funded research and technology transfer programs
related to environmental issues surrounding pork production
including air quality, odors, water quality in surface and
groundwater, manure and nutrient management, and land practices. Key
issues that the Committee is currently focused on are resolution of
the odor issues surrounding pork production and participation in the
National Air Emissions Study in cooperation with other livestock
industry groups and the U.S. EPA.
Time Obligation
The Committee meetings are generally held
quarterly – February, June, September & November – and are
usually two days in length. Additional meetings may be held by
conference call if necessary to address special topics.
Current Environment Committee Members
Jerry Foster
George Pettus
Chad Keppy
Lee Waldo
William Brown
Tim Stroda
Lynn Harrison
David Preisler
Randy Barefoot
Randy McMahon
Randall Spronk
Danita Rodibaugh
Andrew Derstein
Terry O'Neel
Rick Rehmeier
Curtis Barwick
Henry Moore
Dan Miller
Carrie Tengman Keppy
Ann Wilkie
Alan Sutton
Jerry Hatfield
Amy Schmidt
Allan Stokes
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Committee: Pork Safety
Vice Chairman: Ian Levis
Chair: Barbara Determan
Advisor: Kirk Ferrell
Advisor: Robert Delmore
Advisor: Laurie Hueneke
Advisor: Thomas Burkgren
Advisor: James Pettigrew
Advisor: Julie Funk
Advisor: James McKean
Advisor: David Pyburn
Advisor: Jennifer Greiner
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Steve Larsen
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Liz Wagstrom
Departmental Connection Science and Technology
Committee Charge
To assure the safety of US pork through coordinated science-based efforts
throughout the pork chain. The committee efforts are directed to decreasing the
potential for foodborne illness associated pre-harvest and post-harvest with
pork products and to improving product image with regard to safety among
consumers worldwide. In addition to food safety the committee has
responsibility for antibiotic use and resistance as well as the technical
content of PQA.
Time Obligation
The committee meets as needed, averaging three two day meetings each year –
February, July, and Fall. There are another 3-6 conference calls held each
year.
Current Pork Safety Committee Members
Ian Levis
Barbara Determan
Clint Oliver
Scott Dethlefsen
Matt Jacobs
Derek Petry
Liza Alton
Roy Henry
Leonard Huskey
Deborah Johnson
Randall Curless
Kip Gruell
Jerry Cannon
David Martin
Gene Nemechek
Collette Schultz-Kaster
Eugene Ver Steeg
Jill Appell
Rachelle Bailey
Alan Wilhoite
Jennifer Greiner
James McKean
David Pyburn
Laurie Hueneke
Julie Funk
Thomas Burkgren
James Pettigrew
Robert Delmore
Kirk Ferrell
Liz Wagstrom
Steve Larsen
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Committee: Demand Enhancement
Chair: Craig Christensen
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Joy Johnson
Departmental Connection Demand Enhancement
Committee Charge
The Demand Enhancement Committee is responsible for oversight of all Pork
Checkoff-funded integrated marketing programs, to increase the consumer demand
for pork by improving pork’s acceptability and availability. The Committee
provides producer oversight and input in the following areas:
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Consumer Marketing
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Consumer Advertising
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Pork Information Bureau (public relations)
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Channel Marketing
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Retail Marketing
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Foodservice Marketing
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Marketing Resource Center (market research)
The Committee’s charge is to support a long-term
approach to building pork demand by investing the funds necessary to make a
significant difference in consumer behaviors. Plus the Committee plays a role
in communicating the Don’t be blah success to date with producer audiences.
Time Obligation
Currently two committee meetings are held each year; one in the spring and one
meeting in the fall. The meetings are typically 2 days, usually a noon to noon,
not including travel time for members. In the past, one meeting has been held
in Des Moines, Iowa and one at a external location that provided an educational
component related to programs. To familiarize themselves with the market,
committee members are also asked to periodically participate in departmental
functions such as retail promotions, foodservice promotions, industry meetings
such as American Dietetic Association, Foodservice Advisory Council, Retail
Advisory Council, etc.
Current Demand Enhancement Committee Members
Craig Christensen
Jeff Galle
David Reinecker
Richard Robinson
Timothy Bierman
Jill Appell
Gary Oberdiek
Tom Blumhardt
William Luckey
Brian Zimmerman
Sharon Oetting
Brad Greenway
Steve Schmeichel
Ole Nielsen
Dianne Bettin
Gary Stanford
Craig Mensink
Dennis Hill
Nick Sommers
Barbara Determan
William Wooding
John Foushee
Carol Hein
Dennis Michael
Joy Johnson
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Committee: International Trade
Vice Chairman: Craig Christensen
Chair: Hugh Dorminy
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Steve Murphy
Departmental Connection Demand Enhancement
Committee Charge:
The Pork Trade Committee is responsible for oversight of all Pork
Checkoff-funded export marketing programs, implemented through the efforts of
the United States Meat Export Federation (USMEF). The Committee provides
producer oversight in the following areas:
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Establish a world-class image and reputation for the U.S. Pork industry in the minds of importers and consumers
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Create acceptance among the trade and consumers in key international markets.
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Continue the positioning of U.S. Pork in the global marketplace as the safest, highest quality,
most consistent and available, best-tasting pork the world over
U.S. Pork is currently exported to over 87 different
countries. Japan is the largest market for U.S. Pork exports, buying more than
half of U.S. exports on a value basis. Other key markets include Mexico, Korea,
China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Russia, Central Europe and Latin America.
The Committee’s charge is to support a long-term approach to building pork
demand in export markets by investing the funds necessary to gain market access
and make U.S. Pork an accepted choice. In addition, the Committee plays a
critical role in working with the Pork and Allied Trade Committee of USMEF
which has producer, packer, and grain association members.
Time Obligation:
Currently two committee meetings are held each year in conjunction with USMEF
Board of Directors meetings; one in the spring and one meeting in the fall. The
meetings are typically 2 days, usually a noon to noon, not including travel
time for members. Committee members may be asked to participate in conference
calls on specific initiatives by department.
Current International Trade Committee Members:
Craig Christensen
Hugh Dorminy
Thomas Pitstick
Duke Sand
Dan Halstrom
Richard Isler
Karen Richter
Howard Wetzel
Don Nikodim
John Adams
Dirk Jones
Sam Carney
Wayne Peugh
Jill Appell
Michael Bayes
Timothy Bierman
Joy Philippi
Danita Rodibaugh
Nick Giordano
John Hinners
John Hardin
Steve Murphy
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Committee: Niche Pork Development
Chair: Robert Uphoff
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Larry Cizek
Departmental Connection Demand Enhancement
Committee Charge
The Niche Pork Development committee is responsible for oversight of all Pork
Checkoff-funded marketing programs involving opportunities for pork in the
niche markets. Niche markets are those in which consumers are looking for pork
with specific attributes that are not met in the traditional ways of producing
and marketing pork. The Committee provides producer oversight and input in the
following areas:
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Producer and industry educational programs
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Customer awareness activities
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Research
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Producer and customer communications
The Committee’s charge is to oversee programs which
enhance pork consumption by meeting customer demands for value-added pork and
pork products while helping increase the opportunity for niche producer
profitability.
Time Obligation
Currently one committee meeting is held in Des Moines each July The meeting is
typically 2 days, usually a noon to noon, not including travel time for
members. Other meetings may be scheduled if warranted. Quarterly updates are
sent to all committee members. To familiarize themselves with the market,
committee members may be asked to periodically participate in departmental
functions such as producer niche seminars and research meetings. Committee
members are expected to take an active role in meetings and external functions.
Current Niche Pork Development Committee Members
Robert Uphoff
Nick Sommers
David Reinecker
Steve Weaver
Steven Moeller
Keith Penry
Bruce Samson
Carol Mueller
Tim Beeler
Dale Trebesch
Steven Kerns
Everett Forkner
Larry Cizek
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Committee: Nutrition
Chair: Mark Reding
Primary NPB Staff Liaison: Ceci Snyder
Departmental Connection Demand Enhancement
Committee Charge:
The Pork Checkoff’s Nutrition Committee oversees nutrition research which
advances the demand for pork. Nutrition research at the National Pork Board is
managed within the Demand Enhancement department, with both planning and
publicity based on the end-consumer target. Committee members do not need a
background in human nutrition or marketing, but an interest in the promotion of
pork as part of a healthful lifestyle is helpful. The Committee was restarted
in 2005 based on the Board members’ insight regarding the need for nutrition
research to support demand and assist policy mandates of the NPPC. Currently,
research has covered a reanalysis of the pork’s nutrient content (with the
University of Wisconsin and the USDA) and a weight loss study (with Purdue
University). The Committee sets research priorities – with the assistance of
NPB staff and a nutrition research consultant – and votes on research
proposals.
Time Obligation:
Currently the Committee has one face-to-face meeting a year with an educational
component. The meeting will likely be a two-day commitment,
depending on travel time. The Committee also conducts at least two conference
calls a year. As issues warrant, NPB staff may ask for input via email.
Current Committee Members:
Mark Reding
Alan Wilhoite
Theresa Tassell
Dianne Bettin
Jake Barrow
Lisa Tapper
Barbara Determan
Charlotte Rommereim
Kathy Morton
Jeremy Lehrman
Danita Rodibaugh
Rachel Anthony
Charlotte Meier
Ted Grayson
Jill Appell
Meg Johnson
Ceci Snyder
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For questions and comments please contact:
Nicole Boettger
National Pork Board
1776 N.W. 114th St.
Des Moines, IA 50325
Phone: 515 223-2612
Email: nboettger@porkboard.org
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