Tyler Main of Altona, Illinois, is a sixth-generation farmer. His grandfather, father and uncle have all been pork producers.
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Young Illinois pork producer grows into family operation
Tyler Main is a sixth-generation farmer who has worked full time on his family’s pork farm since he graduated from college. His wife, Elise, is an ag teacher.
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