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Who We Are

Mission Statement: The Michigan Pork Producers Association is comprised of family farmers, committed to producing and promoting consumer access to an enjoyable and healthy pork eating experience.

Vision Statement: The Michigan Pork Producers Association is a voice for family farming. We are committed to pork promotion and consumer collaboration through ensuring safe and high-quality pork is produced in a sustainable and viable manner.

Our Staff

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Mary Kelpinski
Chief Executive Officer
kelpinski@mipork.org

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Emily Schmitt
Program Director
schmitt@mipork.org

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Shelby Tackett
Swine Health Coordinator
misecurepork@gmail.com

Board of Directors

 

Board Officers

Name

Office

Home Town

Tim Kruithoff President Kent City
Jeff Russcher Vice President Zeeland
Kevin Turner Treasurer East Lansing
Beth Gruden Secretary Perrinton

Board Members

Name

Home Town

Pat Abright Coldwater
Aaron Bennett Freemont
Afton Blight-Maksimchuk Homer
Bob Dykhuis Holland
Beth Ferry Benton Harbor
Brandon Hill Mason
Craig Jipping Hamilton
Jarred Lorenz Kalamazoo
Scott McKenzie Marcellus
Josh Norton Bronson
Brian Pridgeon Marcellus
Ed Reed Marcellus
Rick Sietsema Allendale
Andy White Jones