Zoetis has announced the three winners of its Champions of Care Caregiver Awards, recognizing individuals who are dedicated to the pork industry. The company honored the 2026 winners at a special event held during World Pork Expo. Winners are: Alfonso Aguilar Vega, Tosh Farms in Tennessee; Lyle Lupe, AMVC in Arizona; and Rob English, Country View Family Farms in Indiana.
The Caregiver Awards celebrate the vital role caregivers play in raising healthy pigs and supporting a safe, high-quality food supply. A panel of judges selected the winners based on their dedication to animal care, ability to foster strong teams and a commitment to inspire the next generation of industry leaders.
“On farms and in barns, caregivers are the backbone of our industry. And, at Zoetis, we are committed to honoring them and the work they do,” said Wes Lack, National Sales Director, Zoetis Pork. “We’re proud to honor Alfonso, Lyle and Rob, who exemplify what it means to champion care every day through their dedication to animals and their teams.”
Recognizing excellence in caregiving
English has worked in the industry for 33 years and currently serves as the general manager for production operations at Country View Family Farms. He is known for his compassionate demeanor, servant leadership, mentoring teams and championing animal care. He promotes continuous improvement, inspiring hundreds through mentorship with a passion for pig production. He says he especially enjoys working with and mentoring young leaders on the farm.
Lupe is a nursery production manager for AMVC and leads a team of barn managers, overseeing health, production, maintenance and environmental work. He is known for leading with compassion, kindness and a calm attitude. His focus on providing individualized care to maintain animal health is key to his success, along with setting a high standard for his teams.
Aguilar Vega is a herdsman for Tosh Farms and is known for his genuine care in everything he does. In his role, he helps build team culture and encourages others to rise to his level. He shares he enjoys the people he works with and understands his role takes dedication to caring for animals in order to provide food for people. Prior to finding a home in the swine industry, he worked in construction.
The Zoetis Champions of Care Caregiver Awards program kicks off again this fall with nominations for the 2027 Caregiver Awards opening in October. For more information, visit zoetisus.com/pork/caregiver-awards.
