Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner in Livestock Solutions Since 1976
Founded in 1976, Wiechman Pig has established itself as a leader in the swine industry, driven by a legacy of family expertise and innovation. Our founder, Lawrence Parks, built upon decades of generational knowledge to create a business that now operates 29 facilities across the U.S. and Canada. We specialize in swine marketing, livestock transportation, trailer wash services, and finishing buildings, with a focus on delivering value to producers and processors.Our commitment to bio-security, humane transportation practices, and industry-leading infrastructure reflects our dedication to advancing livestock operations. With four generations actively involved, we combine tradition with modern solutions to meet evolving industry needs.
Services
Swine Marketing
Livestock Transportation
Trailer Washes
Finishing Buildings
Roaster Pig Harvest
Feeder Pig Sales
Custom Processing
Bio-Secure Washes
Sow Marketing
Wean-to-Finish Facilities
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of specialized swine industry expertise.
- Our fleet follows National Pork Board Transport Quality Assurance standards.
- We operate 29 facilities across 13 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
- Fourth-generation family leadership ensures deep industry commitment.
- Bio-secure trailer wash facilities reduce disease transmission risks.
Services
Swine Marketing
We specialize in swine marketing, offering cull sow, market hog, and feeder pig sales across 29 facilities. Our precise sorting system maximizes value for producers and processors. With nationwide operations since 1976, we provide expert livestock pricing and logistics solutions.
Livestock Transportation
Our fleet provides humane livestock transportation with certified drivers following National Pork Board guidelines. We operate company-owned and owner-operator vehicles across North America. Safety and animal welfare are prioritized in every delivery.
Trailer Washes
We offer bio-secure trailer wash facilities in Iowa, North Carolina, and Minnesota. Services include self-serve and vet-inspected wash options to prevent disease transmission. Our washes support producers and transporters in maintaining hygiene standards.
Finishing Buildings
We construct wean-to-finish facilities with over 175,000 spaces built since 2006. Our facilities in Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois support efficient swine growth cycles. Designs focus on maximizing production efficiency and animal health.
Roaster Pig Harvest
Our USDA-inspected plant in Warsaw, NC processes premium roaster pigs from 10-150 lbs. We offer fresh/frozen options with custom processing and export capabilities. Products are distributed domestically and to the Caribbean.
People
Lawrence Parks
President & CEO
Fourth-generation livestock expert leading Wiechman Pig since 1976. Expanded operations to 29 facilities across North America while maintaining family values and industry innovation.
Haylee Parks
HR Director
Manages human resources for the multi-state operation, ensuring staff development and company culture alignment. Represents the fourth generation actively involved in the family business.
Kevin Krum
Chief Operating Officer
Oversees daily operations and strategic growth initiatives. Coordinates logistics and facility management across the company's extensive North American network.
Hayden Parks
General Manager - Livestock Operations
Manages livestock operations with hands-on experience across all facility types. Implements best practices for animal welfare and operational efficiency.
Nicole Crites
Chief Financial Officer
Directs financial strategy and reporting for the multi-million-dollar enterprise. Ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting expansion and service diversification.
Questions
What livestock services do you offer?
We provide swine marketing, transportation, trailer washes, finishing buildings, and roaster pig processing across the U.S. and Canada.
Do you offer bio-secure trailer washes?
Yes, in Iowa, North Carolina, and Minnesota with full-service and self-serve options.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, fourth-generation family leadership continues our 1976 founding legacy.
How many facilities do you operate?
29 livestock marketing facilities across 13 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.
What transportation certifications do you hold?
Our drivers follow National Pork Board Transport Quality Assurance Program standards.