Homemade Barbecue Sauce + A Visit to an Ohio Hog Farm

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to spend the day on the Shoup Brothers Farm in a partnership with the Ohio Pork Council. It was an informative experience where I walked away understanding more about how hogs are raised, cared for and how pork goes from the farm to table. The Shoup Brothers are so passionate about hog farming and take great care of their animals.

In addition to my time on the farm learning about the hogs, the care of the animals and the process of raising them, I also enjoyed a delicious meal that they prepared for me. Today I am sharing with you the Homemade Barbecue Sauce that we ate on our pulled pork sandwiches. Check out my pulled pork recipe to recreate our meal! This BBQ sauce is an Old Carolina Barbecue Company copycat recipe and one you will find yourself making time and time again.

When I arrived at the Shoup Brothers Farm, Dave and his wife were the first people that I met. They were so warm and welcoming. We discussed the history of their family farm which is a multigenerational operation. Their farm is located in Smithville, Ohio where they raise hogs, along with wheat, corn and soybeans. If you live in Ohio and eat pork, you have probably eaten pork from the Shoup Brothers Farm. They are one of the largest producers of pork in Ohio.