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3,000+ Family Pig Farms Strong

We offer a unique value to producers and consumers through research, education, and promotion of pork. We work to elevate the confidence of Minnesota consumers in pork and the families who raise it. The Minnesota Pork Board is funded by the 3,000 pork farming families in Minnesota through the Pork Checkoff and receives USDA Oversight.

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Our Mission

Create and implement programs that support Minnesota's pig farmers and the future success of the state's pork industry.

Our Mission

Create and implement programs that support Minnesota's pig farmers and the future success of the state's pork industry.

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What is Pork Checkoff funding?

U.S. pig farmers and importers pay 35 cents per $100 of value when pigs are sold and when pigs or pork products are brought into the United States.

A percentage of the annual Pork Checkoff collections return to the state where the funding originated. Minnesota’s return is 16.5 percent of the total amount collected in the state. An outside auditor annually reviews the spending of Minnesota’s Pork Checkoff dollars to assure the money is used in accordance with federal law.

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Minnesota Pork by the Numbers

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2025 Minnesota Pork Board of Directors

Front row, left to right:
Mike Boerboom (Marshall), Mike Patterson (Kenyon), Myrna Welter (Stewartville), Daryl Timmerman (President, Mankato), Jay Fultz (Tracy).

Back row, left to right:
Mike Walker (Sleepy Eye), Brad Kulver (Lakeville), Todd Selvik (Vice President, Waseca), Roger Punt (Prinsburg), Vince Baack (North Mankato), Brian Schwartz (Sleepy Eye), Chris Compart (Nicollet).

National Organization Members (not pictured):
Lori Stevermer (National Pork Producers Council, Easton), Todd Marotz (National Pork Producers Council, Sleepy Eye), Gordon Spronk (National Pork Board, Pipestone, MN).

Todd Selvik, President

Waseca

Mike Patterson, Vice President

Kenyon

Jay Fultz, Secretary

Tracy

Vince Baack

North Mankato

Mike Boerboom

Marshall

Madison Hokanson

Cannon Falls

Brad Kluver

Lakeville

Brian Schwartz

Sleepy Eye

Daryl Timmerman

North Mankato

Pat VonTersch

Luverne

Mike Walker

Sleepy Eye

Myrna Welter

Stewartville

Todd Marotz, National Pork Producers Council

Sleepy Eye

Lori Stevermer, President, National Pork Producers Council

Easton

Dr. Gordon Spronk, Vice President, National Pork Board

Pipestone

Terry Wolters

Region

Minnesota Pork Board Staff

Jill Resler

Chief Executive Officer

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Colleen Carey

Administrative Assistant

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Kate Maddock

Director of Farmer Outreach

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Kenzie Moline

Marketing Intern

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Bailey Ruen

Director of Communications

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Lauren Servick

Director of Public Policy Strategy and Sustainability

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Pam Voelkel

Director of Events and Promotions

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Jordan Zimmerman

Director of Finance and Human Resources

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Our Committment

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About Jill

As CEO of the Minnesota Pork Board and Minnesota Pork Producers Association, Jill Resler is dedicated to developing and executing a strategic vision that serves and empowers Minnesota pig farmers. Working alongside a talented and committed team, she works to ensure an exceptional return on investment for farmers while cultivating a culture of excellence within the organization.

Jill is committed to leading well to ensure opportunities for the next generation of Minnesota pig farmers. Upholding integrity and fostering strong relationships are central to Jill’s values, driving the advancement of Minnesota’s pork industry with dedication and excellence. Rooted in her passion for agriculture and those who dedicate their lives to it, Jill has spent her career focused on listening to, understanding, and advocating for the farmer’s voice.

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About Colleen

As administrative assistant, Colleen Carey manages office communications, scheduling, and provides support to the staff and board members. Colleen leads membership for the MPPA and coordinates the distribution of promotional and educational materials.

Colleen has worked for Minnesota Pork since 2007. She says serving Minnesota’s pig farmers is a privilege and fulfills her values of agriculture and community relationships.

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About Kate

As Director of Farmer Outreach, Kate is dedicated to building strong, lasting relationships with Minnesota’s pig farmers. Since beginning her role in 2024, she has worked to engage farmers in key industry programs while ensuring they have access to the resources and support needed to succeed.

Kate serves as a trusted connector, linking farmers with valuable tools, information, and networks that help address both the opportunities and challenges facing the pork industry. She enjoys working with Minnesota pig farmers and making sure farmers’ voices are not only heard but actively represented in the conversations shaping the future of the pork industry.

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About Kenzie

As the 2025 summer marketing intern, Kenzie's projects include social media, writing, photography, and help leading events like the Young Leaders in Agriculture Conference and the Minnesota State Fair. Kenzie will be a junior at Minnesota State University - Mankato studying marketing.

Outside of work, Kenzie stays busy with her show pigs and cattle. She also enjoys spending time outside, being with her family, and exploring local coffee shops!

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About Bailey

As the director of communications, Bailey Ruen leads digital and print content, public relations strategies, and media relations that build trust in Minnesota pig farmers.

Bailey joined Minnesota Pork in 2023. Whether creating content to share pork’s story digitally or interacting with consumers at the state fair, she is rooted in serving Minnesota’s pig farmers to ensure the care they have for pigs, people, and the planet is known.

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About Lauren

In her role, Lauren Servick leads the development of public policy strategy and sustainability efforts on behalf of Minnesota's more than 3,000 family pig farmers.

Lauren has worked for the organization since 2017. She finds that working for pig farmers is extremely rewarding, knowing her work helps ensure the next generation of Minnesota’s family pig farmers can carry on the tradition of providing a sustainable, nutritious protein for a growing and hungry world.

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About Pam

As director of events and promotions, Pam Voelkel oversees nutritional and food safety outreach to retail and health professionals. Pam leads Minnesota Pork’s presence in a multitude of events including the Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Pork Congress, and Grandma’s Marathon.

Pam has been with the organization since 2002. She says working at Minnesota Pork is very rewarding, as the farmers she works for and with are some of the best in the world.

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About Jordan

As the director of finance and human resources, Jordan oversees financial operations, human resources, and internal systems that help Minnesota Pork run effectively and efficiently in service to farmers.

Jordan joined the Minnesota Pork team in June 2025 with a deep commitment to supporting agriculture’s future. Raised on a crop and livestock farm in southern Minnesota, she now lives and works on a fourth-generation farm near Nicollet with her husband, son, and daughter. When her family isn’t working on the farm, they’re attending her kids’ sporting events or heading to barrel races with their horses.

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