Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Zeb’s Smokehouse
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Press release dated March 31, 2026 in which Chair Ernst of the Senate Small Business Committee names Zeb's Smokehouse of Taylor County, Iowa, her Small Business of the Week. The release says Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties during the 119th Congress. Zeb's Smokehouse has operated since 2015 as a wild game processing business that also offers cuts of locally raised beef and pork. Ernst says Zeb and Andrea built a business that serves farmers, feeds families, and strengthens rural America.
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“Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Zeb’s Smokehouse.”
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Title: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Zeb’s Smokehouse Date: 2026-03-31 Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Zeb’s Smokehouse March 31, 2026 Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Zeb’s Smokehouse of Taylor County. Throughout the 119thCongress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa’s 99 counties. “Zeb’s Smokehouse represents the very best of Iowa’s entrepreneurial spirit. By turning their dream into reality, Zeb and Andrea created a business that serves farmers, feeds families, and strengthens rural America,” said Chair Ernst. “Through strong relationships with local farmers and producers, this small business knows how to meatthe needs of their community.” Since 2015, Zeb’s Smokehouse has grown from a simple dream into a trusted wild game processing operation that also offers quality cuts of locally raised beef and pork. Their unique farm to table service reflects a deep commitment to supporting local farmers and livestock producers, helping families preserve traditions that have been part of rural life for generations. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ### Permalink: https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/3/ernst-names-small-business-of-the-week-zeb-s-smokehouse
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