Jan 25, 2021
The South Dakota Pork Producers Council recently awarded Dr. Dustin Oedekoven of Pierre, S.D. with the Friends of the Industry Award during the Master Pork Producers Banquet.
The Friends of the Industry Award recognizes state individuals, leaders or businesses for their continued support of the pork industry. Oedekoven will receive a plaque for his outstanding involvement and service to the pork industry.
Oedekoven was raised on a diversified livestock and grain farm east of Sturgis, S.D. The Oedekoven family raised cattle, pigs, sheep, rabbits, and chickens. He learned swine husbandry from his mother, who managed a small farrow-to-finish operation, selling finished pigs weekly at Philip Livestock Auction. Active involvement in 4-H and FFA also helped to foster his interest in animal agriculture.