Chris Hodges, a pork industry leader, will take over as CEO of the National Pork Board on Feb. 16. Currently based in Kansas City, Hodges is senior vice president for business development of Smithfield Farmland.  “Over the years, I have grown to understand the needs and challenges facing pork producers,” Hodges said. “From product marketing to disease management to sustainability, I look forward to working with the National Pork Board staff and board to develop the tangible tools and grass-roots programs on behalf of America’s pig farmers.” Read more