Stories, Page 99

Ben Luebbering was recently named a 2019 Pig Farmer of Tomorrow. In this role, Ben shares his farming story with consumers on the National Pork Board social media platforms. Photo courtesy of Ben.

Passion for Pigs

A trio of researchers in the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Division of Animal Sciences were recently honored with one of the more unique awards in their respective careers. (From left to right) Randy Prather, Kristin Whitworth and Kevin Wells were invited to the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis (BAMSL) in mid-August to receive the Inventor of the Year award in the established company category. Also pictured is Dilip M. Shah, who earned an inventor award, and William Holtz, BAMSL's PTC Chair. Photo courtesy Marilyn Krebsbach, BAMSL.

A Unique Honor