Pork industry group

A panel discussion at a conference with five people standing at the front of the room, two large screens displaying "Personalize Pork," and an audience seated at tables listening.

eight-week leadership and learning experience

The Pork Industry Group is an eight-week leadership and learning experience offered by the Oklahoma Pork Council in partnership with Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture. The program is designed for students who want to expand their knowledge of the swine industry and build valuable connections with agricultural professionals across the state.
Participants gain real-world insight into:

Commercial pork production practices

Diverse career opportunities across the pork supply chain

Agricultural advocacy and leadership

Professionalism and career readiness

2026 Fall Pork Industry Group Schedule

Each weekly session features dynamic speakers from across the industry, practical advice for students preparing to enter the workforce, and opportunities to connect with leaders in agriculture. Students also take part in an immersive two-day tour of a commercial sow operation and a large-scale pork processing facility.The program culminates in a final banquet where participants present innovative solutions to current challenges facing Oklahoma’s swine industry before members of the Oklahoma Pork Council Board of Directors. Scholarships are awarded to outstanding participants.

Questions? Reach out to Ashton Mese Johnston at ajohnston@okpork.org.