Established by Congress through the Pork Act and Order 40 years ago, NPB is mandated with the tasks of research, promotion and education for the benefit of the pork industry. As part of her role as general counsel, Miller will serve as the liaison between NPB and the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), which provides oversight to NPB to ensure Pork Checkoff funds are honorably used in accordance with the Pork Act and Order.
Amber Miller, MS, J.D., general counsel for NPB, effective Jan. 5, 2026.
“Amber brings a wealth of legal expertise and leadership experience that will strengthen our organization and support the pork industry’s ongoing success,” said Alex Wibholm, chief operating officer for NPB. “Her strategic mindset and collaborative approach make her an excellent addition to our team. We’re excited about the positive impact she will have on our mission and our stakeholders.”
Most recently, Miller’s 10-year tenure as a partner at Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam LLP included support for NPB with antitrust and compliance. While there, she focused on agricultural and business law.
She resides in Lubbock, Texas, with her family.
The National Pork Board has responsibility for Pork Checkoff-funded research, promotion and consumer information projects and for communicating with pork producers and the public. The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in consumer education and marketing, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, science and technology, swine health, pork safety, and environmental management and sustainability. For the past half century, the U.S. pork industry has delivered on its commitment to sustainable production and has made significant strides in reducing the environmental impact of pig farming. Through a legislative national Pork Checkoff, pork producers invest $0.35 for each $100 value of hogs sold. Importers of pork products contribute a like amount, based on a formula. For information on Checkoff-funded programs, pork producers can call the Pork Checkoff Service Center at (800) 456-7675 or visit porkcheckoff.org.
