Dave Klocke is a lifelong pork producer from west central Iowa who creates solutions to common issues in swine operations. Having been awarded 2 patents and 1 patent pending, Dave continues to solve daily production headaches. Dave takes the time to focus on the source of a problem instead of putting a band-aid on a symptom. As president and founder of PigEasy, Dave walks with you through every step of improving production and operational efficiency.
Because Easy Is Better.
“So much of what we do is fundamental to our name, PigEasy. When you make it better for the pig and the pig has the power to care for itself, it becomes easier for the people.” – Dave Klocke, president
View ProductsMealMeter feed dispenser
BrEasy is a sliding baffle that focuses the pit fan’s airflow to draw out the coldest and heaviest gases from right above the manure line. Simply use the visual pit indicator and raise the baffles with a cable turn system. BrEasy creates a healthier barn environment for people, pigs, and pits with a rapid ROI. How? An ISU study found that BrEasy: reduces in-barn ammonia by 32%, odor by 43%. Additional trials found a substantial reduction in propane use.
Fresh feed, all the time. Every time.
The MealMeter was developed by an intuitive producer who was frustrated by wasted feed and limited feed intake in the breeding area of his sow farm. This sow feeding device is instrumental in increasing feed consumption with every sow at this critical time in her reproductive cycle while at the same time greatly reducing feed waste. In areas that are either labor intensive or full of feed and water waste, the MealMeter takes the human element out of feeding and meets the demands of each sow’s varied eating times.
GDU/Finishing Feeder
The PigEasy Gilt Development and Finishing Feeder is a “pig” intuitive approach to feeding gilts in the GDU and pigs in the finishing barn. Unlike any other, this system utilizes the patented MealMeter technology for an unparalleled, no need to adjust feeder. Its individual pans and divided eating spaces are designed to diminish feed and water waste while optimizing feed consumption.
Pig ID Cart
The PigEasy ID Cart is a simple and effective tool for quickly and uniformly tagging and tattooing pigs. Typically a time-consuming and fatigue-inducing chore, the PigEasy ID Cart eliminates stress on your hands and back with two foot pedal operated taggers. This allows the operator to use both hands to hold the pig for a more consistent and easy application of each tag or tattoo.
The industry-leading AI Saddle (AI Plus) is the easy and effective approach to the artificial insemination process. The sleek and indestructible design holds the bottles or bags in place to be completely emptied and also puts pressure on the sow allowing technicians a hands-free method to breeding multiple sows at one time.
Customers Love Our Products
Ben Wikner, Wikner Farms
“The ideas Dave comes up with are amazing,” says Ben, referring to PigEasy’s founder, Dave Klocke, a pork producer from Templeton, Iowa. “I love the fact that PigEasy’s products work as promised. I took forward to seeing what they come up with next.”
Mark Townsend, Hartford City, IN
“I think the SnoutSpout is an excellent product. It is easy to install, and once installed it stays secured. It is very durable and I appreciate the reduced profile of the spout. There is nothing which protrudes into the crate and no risk of injury to the sow.”
Steve Hennen, Ghent, MN
“I’m happy with the PigEasy feeders. You don’t have to worry about bad feed in the bottom. We’ve seen better feed intake compared to the other feeders we have used. They’re really a good deal.”
John Guikema, Snider Farms
“Tagging with the ID Cart is way easier than tagging by hand and about 3 times faster. We have tagged around 8400 pigs with it and it still works great.”
Scott Wilson, Wilson’s Prairie View Farm, Inc.
We love the ID cart! We’re able to have one person tagging pigs versus two and cuts tagging time in half. It’s very user friendly, easy to use product that speeds up the tagging process.
Steve P
8/9/19
“I’ve tried others, but this breeding saddle works by far the best.”
Meet The PigEasy Team
Dave Klocke
President
Katie Holtz
Vice President
Katie Holtz is the second oldest of the Klocke family and Vice President of PigEasy. After graduating from the University of Northern Iowa, Katie worked in outreach and client relations in the agricultural industry before partaking in the family venture. Katie manages the overall collaborative efforts of the team, works to expand new markets for PigEasy, and heads PigEasy’s marketing strategy.
Jennifer Ruby
Sales Manager
Jennifer serves as PigEasy Sales Manager. Jennifer comes to PigEasy with many years of experience in swine production and swine equipment sales, working with integrators and independent producers. Jennifer will be a source of information on the PigEasy product line and will collaborate with you on best ways to implement the PigEasy system in your operation.
Steve Langley
Director of Business Development
Steve Langley serves as PigEasy’s Director of Business Development. Steve comes to PigEasy with years of experience in sales and business leadership. Steve brings to PigEasy skills in strategic planning, developed plan execution and dynamic market conditions adjustment. Steve is a key component in planning marketing initiatives, researching new opportunities, developing new markets and increasing overall sales.
Mark Brincks
Shop Manager & Design Leader
Mark Brincks is the PigEasy Shop Manager and Design Leader. Coming to PigEasy with years of shop and technical experience, Mark is integral in the design of all PigEasy custom work. Mark works with customers on developing custom pieces for easy and secure installation of the PigEasy system and ensures your order arrives ready for application.
Jenny Porter
Accounting / HR Manager
Jenny Porter handles the Accounting and HR duties for PigEasy. Jenny graduated from Iowa Western Community College with an AAS in Human Resources, then later attended AIB and earned a BS in Accounting. With much expertise in her field, Jenny joined the PigEasy team in April 2019 and is responsible for all aspects of the accounting management and human resources.
Karen Klocke
Office Manager
Karen Klocke is PigEasy’s Controller and overall Office Manager. Having decades of farm business management experience under her belt, Karen oversees office operations and heads the company’s financials.
Ben Klocke
Operations Manager
Ben Klocke is the oldest of the Klocke family and serves as the Operations Manager for PigEasy. Ben also handles the daily operations for Klocke Farms, Inc and his own farming operation to allow Dave the ability to focus more on PigEasy.