Let’s celebrate all things pigs and pork because it is National Pork Month after all! So enjoy the industry that brings home the bacon.

Here are some facts to start off the month:

• Pigs are used for more than just meat. There is a wide range of byproducts produced.
• It is an industry supporting 550,000 jobs.
• Contributing $23.4 billion to the United States economy.
• 2.2 million metric tons of pork or pork related products are exported.

There will always be organizations in the industry providing information; whether it is facts, recipes, or proper cooking temperatures. They care, so shout out to those hard workers in the pork industry! This month is for you! #porktober

Check out the National Pork Checkoff for recipes and information or the National Pork Producers Council for more facts. Take time to reach out to local pig farmers near you.