Sustaining rural communities

and feeding families worldwide

For over 35 years, Wakefield Pork has been more than a business—we're a partnership between families, growers, and employees united by a commitment to excellence in agriculture and community resilience.

Sustaining rural communities

and feeding families worldwide

For over 30 years, Wakefield Pork has been more than a business—we're a partnership between families, growers, and employees united by a commitment to excellence in agriculture and community resilience.

founded by families, built for community

rooted in family farming

In 1991, two second-generation farming families came together with a vision: create a pork production company that does right by its people, its partners, and its communities. That founding principle still guides everything we do today.

What started as a partnership between two families has grown into one of the top 25 largest pork production companies in the United States, caring for 57,000 sows and marketing over 1.7 million hogs annually across central Minnesota and northwestern Iowa.

But size hasn't changed our values. We're still family-oriented at our core, still committed to the rural communities we serve, and still focused on building relationships that last generations.

Meet Wakefield Pork

Get to know the people, the land, and the values behind everything we do.

quality pork production

Wakefield Pork is a leading agricultural production company specializing in quality, nutritious, and affordable pork. We operate through contract and lease facilities across central Minnesota and northwestern Iowa, partnering with independent growers and employing agricultural professionals who share our commitment to excellence and community.

57,000

sows in our care

1.7 million

hogs marketed annually

Top 25

pork producer in the U.S.

300+

farm sites

what sets us apart

Employee-Centric Operations

People-first approach to agriculture

We believe sustainable agriculture starts with sustainable careers. Our approach to staffing and scheduling prioritizes both productivity and employee well-being. The result? Strong retention, loyal teams, and a track record of supporting our people through all stages of production.

Adaptive Excellence

Innovation through empowerment

We embrace site-specific innovation. Each of our facilities can adapt methods based on what works best, fostering employee creativity and ownership rather than rigid compliance. This approach leads to better outcomes for everyone involved.

Weatherproof Partnership

commitment that doesn’t waver

Our track record speaks for itself: consistent partnership through market volatility, unwavering support for contract growers, and a business model built around community resilience. We're here for the long term—through good times and challenging ones.

Led by Experience, Driven by Values

Our leadership team brings decades of agricultural expertise and a deep commitment to the values that define Wakefield Pork. They're not just executives—they're mentors, innovators, and champions of our employee-first, grower-first culture.

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    Steve Langhorst

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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    Mary Langhorst

    CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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    Lincoln Langhorst

    GENERAL MANAGER

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    Todd Marotz

    CHIEF PRODUCTION OFFICER

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    Justin Sandmann

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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    Briana Barr

    HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

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    Mike Atzenhoefer

    HEAD OF FARROWING

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    Bill Lebrun

    HEAD OF GROW FINISH

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    Neal Paszkiewicz

    HEAD OF TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

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    Trey Strei

    SENIOR FIELD REPRESENTATIVE

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    Dean Meis

    SENIOR FIELD REPRESENTATIVE

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Central Minnesota & Northwestern Iowa

Strengthening rural communities across the heartland

Our operations span multiple communities across two states, and we take our role as a community partner seriously. From local employment to supporting area businesses to investing in community initiatives, we're committed to the long-term vitality of rural America.

Community Commitment:

  • Local employment opportunities across multiple counties

  • Long-term partnerships with independent family farms

  • Support for community organizations and initiatives

  • Investment in sustainable agricultural practices

Be Part of Something Bigger

Whether you're an agricultural professional looking for a career that respects your expertise or a grower seeking a true partner for your farm's future, we invite you to explore what Wakefield Pork can offer.

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