June 7 - 9, 2007
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Des Moines, Iowa, USA
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) presents the 2007 World Pork Expo, June 7, 8 & 9 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, Iowa, USA.
Now in its 19th year, the World Pork Expo will feature over 1,000 swine industry exhibits, numerous educational seminars, Environmental Center and Job Fair/Career Center.
Friday night entertainment will feature the 60´s pop favorites The Buckinghams, followed up by a performance from pop and country artist Billy Joe Royal.
Exhibitors At The World Pork Expo
World Pork Expo is the trade show for the pork industry worldwide. It''s the perfect showcase for companies who wish to build valuable relationships with the pork producers who use their products.
Technology, genetics, nutrition, equipment... no matter your product or service, it belongs at World Pork Expo!
World Pork Expo Events & Activities
* World Pork Expo Trade Show: At the world's largest pork-specific trade show, a wide array of pork industry products and services will be offered by some 500 exhibitors.
* World Pork Expo Marketing Information Center: The Marketing Information Center offers producers the opportunity to learn about industry trends and outlooks that impact their bottom line. Admission to the Marketing Information Center is free with World Pork Expo admission.
* World Pork Expo Employee Care Center: Learn about the ins-and-outs of working with your employees through these new informative seminars. Admission to the Employee Care Center is free with World Pork Expo admission.
* World Pork Expo Environmental Information Center: The World Pork Expo Environmental Information Center will provide information on capturing the crop nutrient value of production byproducts while bringing together experts to talk about what it takes to navigate the ever-growing maze of environmental reporting requirements. Admission to the Environmental Information Center is free with World Pork Expo admission.
* Pork Industry Career Center: Sponsored by National Hog Farmer Magazine, the World Pork Expo Career Center will help employees find quality job opportunities with employers who need good help. College representatives will also be on hand to talk with those interested in continuing their education. Admission to the Job Fair and Career Center is included free with World Pork Expo admission.
* ID Alley: The ID Alley will feature the latest in identification practices and products to help producers get and stay ahead of the curve in the issues surrounding traceability and food safety.
* World Pork Expo Educational Seminars: Producer education seminars are some of the best-attended events at the World Pork Expo. Hear it straight from the experts on topics including animal health and best-practice production.
* World Pork Open Clay Target Championship: A five-person team shoot-out which has become a “don´t-miss” World Pork Expo event. Shooting times will be assigned after registration form and payment are received by Craig Boelling, National Pork Producers Council.
* World Pork Open 2007 Golf Outing: A World Pork Expo favorite! Reservations are being accepted for the first 144 golfers. Cost is a $125 contribution per golfer. Sign up a foursome or register individually.
* Music Fest: Pork producers are encouraged to make a point of staying around for Friday evening´s hog roast, featuring musical entertainment presented street-dance style on the Grand Concourse. Entertainers will include Billy Joe Royal, whose hits include “Down in the Boondocks” and “Cherry Hill Park,” and ‘60s sensations the Buckinghams, with hits like “Kind of a Drag” and “Hey, Baby, They´re Playin´ Our Song.”
* World Pork Expo Farm Toy Show and Sale: Featuring the fourth edition World Pork Expo commemorative toy tractor - The National Farm Toy Museum, Dyersville, Iowa, will hold the Third Annual World Pork Expo Farm Toy Show and Sale in the Cattle Barn. Check out more than 100 tables of exhibitors selling and displaying farm toys and memorabilia organized by the National Farm Toy Museum. Skilled artisans will display craftsmanship of the farm toy layouts on display in the building and talk one on one with designers. Get tips and advice on how to get started building your own custom farm layout. Don´t miss the chance to purchase the fourth in the series of World Pork Expo commemorative tractors (Specially commissioned 1/16th Scale International 460 with IH McCormick #50 Loader featuring World Pork Expo ID package and Movable loader arms and bucket. This tractor will be retired at the end of 2007 and a new model will be designed for 2008). There are a limited number of World Pork Expo serial-numbered tractors).
* The Great Pork BarbeQlossal™: The nation's best bar-b-quers will vie for a share of $37,500 in cash prizes and national competition points in this World Pork Expo tradition. Contestants will bring their custom-made grills and sauces to compete in the categories of whole hog, ribs, loin and shoulder, and showmanship.
* PigCasso™ Art Show: Pig images in a variety of media will be on display. in this unique traditional show, where artists from around the country vie for cash prizes and ribbons Expo attendees may vote for their favorite artwork in the Audience's Choice Award.
* Pig Races: The excitement and fun of live racing can be found at Expo. Racing pigs will hoof around a sawdust track at blazing speeds. It will be fun for the entire family as you participate in the pageantry of the Pig Races.
* Official World Pork Expo Merchandise Shop: Bring something home for the kids or, better yet, shop for yourself! Exclusive World Pork Expo apparel and merchandise… something for everyone!
* Lunch at the Big Grill: There is such a thing as a free lunch when you visit the World Pork Expo “Big Grill.” Menu to be announced.
* Cruisin' with the Hogs - Iron Warriors: Don't miss the fun as 100 Harley Davidson motorcycles arrive at the fairgrounds and parade up the grand concourse for judging and awards. Cruisin' with the Hogs is a fundraiser for the Iron Warriors of Central Iowa, a group made up of active duty and retired police officers, fire fighters and other public safety officers. The cruise begins at 9 a.m. and takes a 60-mile scenic trip before arriving at World Pork Expo.
* 2007 World Pork Expo Swine Show and Sale: National Swine Registry´s 2007 World Pork Expo Show and Sale features the nation´s top producers showing purebred Berkshire, Chester White, Duroc, Hampshire, Landrace, Poland China, Spotted or Yorkshire hogs.
* 2007 World Pork Expo Junior National Swine Show: One of the top youth shows in the nation, the Junior National Swine Show draws young showmen from across the country. Both swine and showmanship awards are given.
2007 World Pork Expo – Marketing Information Center Schedule
Underwriting Sponsors: Vance Publishing, National Pork Producers Council and Validus
Tentative Agenda
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Sponsor: Pfizer Animal Health
Session Moderator: Veterinarian from Mexico
* Starting Pigs - Veterinarian from Mexico
* Early Identification of Sick Pigs - Veterinarian from Mexico
* Training the Trainer for Service Managers and Employee Supervisors - Veterinarian from Mexico
* Weather Situation and Outlook for Summer 2007 - Elwin Taylor, Iowa State University
* Outlook for Feed Costs in 2007 - 08 and Beyond - Dr. Robert Wisner, Iowa State University
* Hog and Pork Economic Outlook - Glenn Grimes, University of Missouri
Sponsor: AgroSoft North America
* Introduction to AgroSoft – Who we are and what we have to offer - Soren Hertel and Tom Barragy, AgroSoft
* Implementation of AgroSoft in a Large System - Dr. Jim Pillen or Andy Jakubowski, Progressive Swine Technologies
* Implementing and Integration of the AgroSoft System in Operation - Paul Fredsted and Jon Tomsen
* Question and Answer
Friday, June 8, 2007
Sponsor: Cargill Animal Nutrition
Biofuels – Insight from Cargill Session
Moderator: Peter Wamsteeker, Cargill Inc.
* Ethanol: Rethinking the Corn Market - Larry Holy, Cargill Inc.
* Biogas: Reusing the Waste - Ian Purtle, Cargill Inc.
* Nutrients: Revaluing Coproducts - Mark Newcomb, Cargill Inc.
* Question and Answer
* Weather Situation and Outlook for Summer 2007 - Elwin Taylor, Iowa State University
* Outlook for Feed Costs in 2007 - 08 and Beyond - Dr. Robert Wisner, Iowa State University
* Hog and Pork Economic Outlook - Glenn Grimes, University of Missouri
Sponsor: AgroSoft North America
* Introduction to AgroSoft – Who we are and what we have to offer - Soren Hertel and Tom Barragy, AgroSoft
* Implementation of AgroSoft in a Large System - Dr. Jim Pillen or Andy Jakubowski, Progressive Swine Technologies
* Implementing and Integration of the AgroSoft System in Operation - Paul Fredsted and Jon Tomsen
* Question and Answer
2007 World Pork Expo – Educational Seminars
Underwriting Sponsors: National Pork Producers Council and Validus
Tentative Agenda
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Sponsor: Intervent, Inc.
* Session topic to be announced
* Session topic to be announced
* Session topic to be announced
* Question and Answer
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.
* Production Cost Outlook & How to Prioritize Input Costs - Dennis DiPietre, Economist, Columbia, MO
* PRRS: Managing the #1 PCVAD Cofactor - Tom Gillespie, DVM, Rensselaer Swine Services, Rensselaer , IN
* Impact of Ileitis on Your Herd and Profitability - Tom Painter, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim, Columbus, NE
Friday, June 8, 2007
Sponsor: National Pork Board
* 100% Pork, Let´s Keep It That Way - Scanlon Daniels, Circle H Animal Health Bio-Security Update - Joel Nerum, Pipestone Systems
* Pork Quality Assurance Plus™ - Erik Risa, National Pork Board
* Question and Answer
Sponsor: Schering-Plough Animal Health
* Nursery Pig Performance 2007 and Beyond - Dr. Jason Kelly, Suidae Health and Production
* Nuflor Uses and Applications in Nursery Pigs – Residues, MRLs and Exports - Dr. Tim Kniffen, Schering-Plough Animal Health, New Ulm, MN
* A Comparison of Commercial Vaccines vs. Autogenous Vaccines - Dr. Robyn Fleck, Schering-Plough Animal Health, Norman, AR