Hayes earns USMEF Distinguished Service Award

Iowa State University ag economist served the pork industry as National Pork Producer Council's consulting trade economist for 30 years.

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is presenting its Distinguished Service Award this week to long-time Iowa State University (ISU) agricultural economist Dermot Hayes. The award honors outstanding contributors to the red meat industry who exemplify the exceptional, individual dedication responsible for the federation's success.

"It's the biggest honor I've ever gotten," said Hayes, who recently retired from ISU. He continues to serve as a consulting economist for both the National Pork Board (NPB) and...