For years, the family has been known for its cattle production. Even today, the firm operates three custom cattle feeding operations with a combined capacity of 158,000. Entering the hog business hasn't been easy. Amid a swirl of controversy that led to a state moratorium on corporate hog operations, Hitch has found himself under fire from various anti-hog factions across the state. To me, it's been totally unwarranted.
Hitch is a high-profile target.
That makes me a bigger target. Critics claim large hog operators are endangering the environment. Hitch said science, not emotion, should determine environmental regulations. Yes, there have been mistakes made, but nobody has found problems with the water supply because of hogs. Hitch said hog producers badly needed to polish their image.