Food banks across the state are receiving donations of ground pork this fall. They are part of the Pork Power donation program - supported by the Illinois Pork Producers, Illinois Corn Marketing Board, Illinois Soybeans Association, and the Illinois Meat Processors.

Chad Leman, President of the Pork Producers says they will donate 50,000 pounds this year.

The Pork Power Program makes ground pork donations to regional food banks that distribute the pork to local food banks and pantries.