To potentially prevent or limit the next zoonotic disease outbreak, USDA scientists are developing new tests and tools to identify and track the COVID virus and its variants in wild and domestic animals.

The House on Friday averted a government shutdown by voting 225 to 201 in favor of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023—the omnibus spending bill. Here’s what’s in it for ag.

Another year has come and gone, but one thing has remained the same— the foundation for the success of the industry relies on its people. Our 2022 PORKtober features serve as examples of the industry’s greatest asset.

Taiwan’s defense ministry said China sent 71 warplanes and seven naval vessels on “strike drills”⁠ — rehearsals for conflict ⁠— into its air-defense zones.

If there is such a thing as “normal,” Caleb Shull, director of research and innovation for The Maschhoffs, says he’s not sure the pork industry will see it in 2023. Here’s his take on what producers can expect.

There’s no question the risk of virus transmission in feed is real and poses concern for the U.S. swine industry. How can this knowledge make a difference?