Youth Involvement

Youth Pork Leadership Institute
Young pork enthusiasts from around Ohio have a chance to learn about all facets of the pork industry at the Youth Pork Leadership Institute, a three-day seminar held in Columbus in June. Ten young men and women are selected to participate in the event, which is sponsored by the Ohio Pork Producers Council.

One goal of the institute is to make young people realize that the pork industry has many facets, including packing, retail, food service, research and communication. In addition, the institute teaches leadership and communication skills that will assist participants in their future careers. Following the institute, participants will have the opportunity to be youth ambassadors for Ohio's pork industry.

The Youth Pork Leadership Institute is open to anyone between the ages of 16 and 21 who has an interest in the pork industry. To apply, an application must be completed and submitted along with a resume to the OPPC office. Applications are available by clicking here or by calling 800-320-7991.

Ohio Pork Industry Queen
The Ohio Pork Industry Queen serves as a spokesperson for the industry throughout her year of reign at numerous promotional events and activities around the state. The queen is selected by judges at the annual Ohio Pork Congress. Contestants present a speech on a pork related topic, answer an impromptu question from a panel of judges and are each interviewed by the judges. The selection of the queen is based on beauty, personality, neatness, presentation, poise and knowledge of the pork industry.

If you would like more information on the Ohio Pork Industry Queen contest or would like the Ohio Pork Industry Queen to make an appearance at your local event please contact the Ohio Pork Producers Council at 800-320-7991.