Celebrating the retirement of Terri Smith and Jan Archer

RALEIGH (February 28, 2025) — Two long-time members of the NC Pork Council team recently retired, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and hard work that immensely benefited our industry.

 Terri Smith spent sixteen years supporting the NC Pork Council, serving as the glue that held everything together. Terri helped organize events, manage board meetings, and handled countless behind-the-scenes tasks that kept the office running smoothly.

 In honor of her tireless dedication to the pork industry, Terri was presented with the “Order of the Golden Pig” at the NC Pork annual conference in February.

 Jan Archer dedicated more than 15 years to leading the NC Pork Council’s producer education and certification programs, as well as supporting community outreach efforts. Throughout her career, Jan has been a passionate advocate for hog farmers and held numerous leadership positions in the pork industry, including serving as president of the National Pork Board. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on the pork industry, and her leadership will be remembered for years to come.

 Jan was presented with the Lois G. Britt Service Award at the NC Pork annual conference in February.

 “We wish Terri and Jan all the best in their well-deserved retirements and thank them for their many years of service to the NC Pork Council,” said Roy Lee Lindsey, CEO of the NC Pork Council.

About the NC Pork Council

The NC Pork Council is the voice of North Carolina’s pork industry, advocating for the family farmers and industry partners who work hard every day to produce quality pork the right way — safely, responsibly, and sustainably. North Carolina is one of the top pork-producing states in the country, ranking third nationwide and contributing $10.8 billion to our state’s economy each year. Whether through advocacy, education, or community outreach, the NC Pork Council works to support responsible, smart farming practices and to ensure the continued success of the industry. Learn more at www.ncpork.org.