The Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA) and the Minnesota Pork Board (MPB) have announced Kate Maddock as director of farmer outreach. Maddock joined Minnesota Pork in May 2024 as the sustainability outreach coordinator, where she built meaningful relationships with farmers and helped advance sustainability programming across the state. In her new role, she will continue driving sustainability initiatives while also expanding her focus to strengthen connections with pig farmers and support broader state and national pork priorities.
Expanding Outreach and Sustainability Efforts
As director of farmer outreach, Maddock will lead efforts to develop and implement outreach strategies that raise awareness of MPPA, MPB, National Pork Producers Council, and National Pork Board programs. In addition to driving recruitment and retention in the Strategic Investment Program, she will support the implementation of sustainability initiatives, such as the On-Farm Sustainability Reports and USDA’s Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) program. Maddock will also lead the Activate: Minnesota Pork Leadership Cohort, a leadership development program aimed at empowering the next generation of industry leaders.
A Trusted Advocate for Pig Farmers
“Kate leads with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a deep sense of purpose, always grounded in her commitment to serving Minnesota’s pig farmers,” said Jill Resler, CEO at Minnesota Pork. “Her integrity and passion are evident in everything she does, and I am grateful to have her on our team. Kate will be instrumental in ensuring farmers’ voices are heard and their priorities are reflected in the work we do across the industry. I look forward to the continued impact she’ll make in this role.”
In her new position, Maddock will continue to serve as a trusted resource for pork producers, connecting them with industry expertise and ensuring their perspectives are included in conversations shaping the future of the pork industry.
Continuing to Build Farmer Connections
“Kate has already made a strong impact, and I look forward to seeing her continue building connections with Minnesota’s pig farmers,” said Todd Selvik, president of the Minnesota Pork Board of Directors. “She will play a key role in making sure producers feel heard and supported, while also helping communicate the important work being done by Minnesota Pork and our national partners. This position ensures farmers stay connected to the resources and programs that help move our industry forward.”
This role reflects Minnesota Pork’s commitment to fostering strong industry relationships, elevating farmer voices, and advancing the shared priorities of pig farmers across the state.
Contact Kate
Maddock can be reached at kate@mnpork.com.
