The NC Pork Council establishes awards and recognition programs as a way to offer deep appreciation to people, institutions, and entities that have contributed positively to the pork industry in North Carolina.
NC Pork Awards
2026 Award Winners
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HALL OF FAME
Greg Brown
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EMERGING LEADER
Blake Floars
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OUTSTANDING PORK PRODUCER
Debbie Craig
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W.W.SHAY
Dr. Mary Battrell
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EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION
Dr. Christina Phillips
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LOIS G. BRITT SERVICE AWARD
Curtis Barwick