Texas Pork Producers Association

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Texas Pork Producers Association At TPPA, we believe in the power of Texas producers, the potential of healthy herds, and the promise of future leaders.

Through collaboration, education, and bold advocacy, we grow a pork industry that is resilient, respected, and ready for what is next.

11/03/2026

May we introduce your new favorite ice cream, “Bacon Me Happy” 🥓🍦

Yes, you read that right... BACON in your ice cream! Don’t miss out on this sweet and savory treat. 🤩

📍Where? Available at ALL Austin Lick Honest Ice Creams locations.

🗓️ When? THIS WEEKEND ONLY!

Tag someone who needs to try this!


Our weekend at the Texas Elite Showcase is one of our favorites, and we are sure these new additions and updates will ma...
11/03/2026

Our weekend at the Texas Elite Showcase is one of our favorites, and we are sure these new additions and updates will make it even better. Check out some of the additions made for the upcoming year! 💜

New for 2027:
▪️Judge-selected gilts, except champions and reserves, are eligible for an opt-out option from the sale
▪️New location and date for the Gilts of Distinction sale
▪️Improved exhibitor contests
▪️Media internship for college students

Entries are open until December 1st. We hope to see you all next year in Kerrville! To learn more, please visit www.texaseliteshowcase.com.

Tell your friends - entries for the 2027 Texas' Elite Showcase! 🤩Entries will be open until December 1st. All entries mu...
11/01/2026

Tell your friends - entries for the 2027 Texas' Elite Showcase! 🤩

Entries will be open until December 1st. All entries must go through your county agent or ag teacher. For questions, please contact [email protected].

🔗 For more information, visit www.texaseliteshowcase.com/enter.

The Texas Pork Producers Association is honored to announce the winners of the inaugural Texas Best Pork Chop Competitio...
10/30/2026

The Texas Pork Producers Association is honored to announce the winners of the inaugural Texas Best Pork Chop Competition! 🏆

With over 1,600 votes, these restaurants were selected as champions in the following categories:
🥩 Champion Pork Chop - Wunsche Bros Cafe & Saloon
🍽️ People's Choice Champion Pork Chop - Wunsche Bros Cafe & Saloon
🍽️ Champion Fine Dining Pork Chop - Sixty Vines
🍽️ Champion Casual Dining Chop - Wunsche Bros Cafe & Saloon

Congratulations to all the winners and finalists on earning top honors in the inaugural year of this contest! Thank you for celebrating the versatility, quality, and flavor of pork with your incredible dishes.

Learn more about our champion pork chops below! 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/2s3j7apa

🐷 Pigs are starting to fly at BBQ Fest with this fun collab! Our friends at  have teamed up with  to create a one-of-a-k...
10/30/2026

🐷 Pigs are starting to fly at BBQ Fest with this fun collab!

Our friends at have teamed up with to create a one-of-a-kind flavor, “Bacon Me Happy,” featuring decadent bacon crumble lard cake mixed into creamy brown sugar, chipotle, and sweet smoked paprika ice cream.

Stop by Live Fire Lane on Saturday for a taste, then find it at all Austin Lick Honest Ice Creams locations on November 7 and 8!

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Uniquely Texas Pork As part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, students collab...
10/29/2026

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Uniquely Texas Pork

As part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, students collaborated on projects centered around assigned topics, conducting research, evaluating target audiences, and developing content for the association to use. To celebrate their hard work and creativity, we’re excited to showcase each team’s final presentation!

Sarah Albus, Malaina Baker, and Emma Perez teamed up to create content highlighting pork in different cultures represented in Texas. Through their project, they completed the following:
▪️Conducted three (3) interviews with representatives from the German, Hispanic, and English cultures
▪️Created the "Pork Passport" to encourage consumers to try pork in different cultural meals
▪️Established a social media account where their content received over 3,000 views each

We are so proud of these girls' efforts and cannot wait to use their content! View their final presentation through the link below. 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4upvdebd

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Telling the Stories of Texas PorkAs part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, st...
10/28/2026

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Telling the Stories of Texas Pork

As part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, students collaborated on projects centered around assigned topics, conducting research, evaluating target audiences, and developing content for the association to use. To celebrate their hard work and creativity, we’re excited to showcase each team’s final presentation!

Kotton West and Weston Lackey teamed up to create stories that connect the different perspectives within the Texas pork industry from producers to consumers. Through their project, they completed the following:
▪️Conducted six (6) interviews representing different industry perspectives
▪️Created six (6) different communications pieces highlighting their interviews
▪️Established an outline for Texas Pork to use to continue their work

We are so proud of these boys' efforts and cannot wait to use their content! View their final presentation through the link below. 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4upvdebd

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Pork Meals Made Easy for College StudentsAs part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Aca...
10/26/2026

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Pork Meals Made Easy for College Students

As part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, students collaborated on projects centered around assigned topics, conducting research, evaluating target audiences, and developing content for the association to use. To celebrate their hard work and creativity, we’re excited to showcase each team’s final presentation!

Reese Huffaker, Kenley Krohn, and Madeline Rakowitz teamed up to create and test content on social media specifically for the Gen Z audience. Through their project, they completed the following:
▪️Created 10+ different social media posts
▪️Conducted research as to what content resonates best with different age groups
▪️Reached 16 different countries with their media platforms

We are so proud of these girls' efforts and cannot wait to use their content! View their final presentation through the link below. 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4upvdebd

GIVEAWAY  #3 🍽️Texas Pork is giving away a $100 credit to the winning restaurant to a lucky voter in the Texas Best Pork...
10/24/2026

GIVEAWAY #3 🍽️

Texas Pork is giving away a $100 credit to the winning restaurant to a lucky voter in the Texas Best Pork Chop Competition!

To enter...
1. Follow Texas Pork AND vote for your favorite pork chop
2. Like & Save this post
3. Tag two friends you would want to take with you

The last day to vote is TOMORROW, October 25th! Winners will be announced only on this account on October 26th.

Vote now for your favorite pork chop and learn more about the contest below. 👇
🗳️ Vote here: https://tinyurl.com/y6zy36jp
🔗Learn about the contest: https://tinyurl.com/yj6r38eu

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Your Guide to Choosing, Cooking, and Loving Texas Pork As part of the new "ChopTalk...
10/23/2026

🌟 "ChopTalk" Presentation Highlight: Your Guide to Choosing, Cooking, and Loving Texas Pork

As part of the new "ChopTalk" Advocacy Academy, students collaborated on projects centered around assigned topics, conducting research, evaluating target audiences, and developing content for the association to use. To celebrate their hard work and creativity, we’re excited to showcase each team’s final presentation!

Alaya Prado, Madison Hunzeker, and Reese Sagebiel teamed up to create a guide for consumers, as well as social content highlighting pork selection, cooking, and more. Through their project, they completed the following:
▪️Conducted a consumer survey with 100+ responses
▪️Created four (4) social media videos
▪️Established a consumer guide to utilize when planning their pork meals

We are so proud of these girls' efforts and cannot wait to use their content! View their final presentation through the link below. 👇

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4upvdebd

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PO Box 16011
Lubbock, TX
79490

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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