Three interns were selected from a large group of applicants for our 2022 Prestage Farms Mississippi summer internship program. During their internships, the students are given the opportunity to explore general swine production, swine feed and nutritional programs, AI Center lab processes, and the gilt selection process.

The purpose of the North Carolina Pork Council Emerging Leader Award is to recognize and honor a pork producer aged 40 or younger who has contributed to the pork industry in North Carolina and exhibits potential for leadership. This year’s recipient is Josh Coombs of Clinton.