Hogan to compete for IPPA youth post

     Caleb Hogan of Monticello is one of 15 young men and women who will be competing for three spots on the 2020 Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) Youth Leadership Team.

     The competition will be held during the Iowa Pork Congress Jan. 22-23, and winners will be named at the evening banquet Jan. 23.

     The Youth Leadership Team is designed for those who are passionate about the pork industry. Contestants are high school seniors or college students up to age 20 at the time of the event. Candidates will be judged on their knowledge about pork and pig production as shown in a speech presentation, personal interview, media interview, experience, and a test about topics.

     The female contestant with the highest score will automatically be crowned Iowa Pork Queen. Two other applicants will become Premier Pork Youth Ambassadors, with each receiving a $4,000 scholarship and plaque.

     All three will assist with state pork promotional and educational activities throughout 2020.