USMEF Statement on National Pork Board CEO Announcement

USMEF Statement on National Pork Board CEO Announcement The National Pork Board announced the appointment of David Newman, Ph.D., as its new chief executive officer. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom issued the following statement: The National Pork Board has made an outstanding choice, and USMEF congratulates Dr. Newman on his appointment. USMEF has had numerous opportunities to work with Dr. Newman in his many pork industry leadership roles, so we know firsthand the expertise and experience he brings to this role. Dr. Newman knows the importance of both international and domestic demand for U.S. pork, and that it is critical to maximize both. We look forward to working closely with him and the entire Pork Board team to deliver value for U.S. producers.