Impressive demand, tighter hog supplies and a smaller than expected slaughter have created headwinds for the hogs and pork outlook at the start of August. Here are 10 things to keep in mind looking forward.

Grains ended mixed still trying to determine crop size after weekend rains and ahead of crop ratings. Livestock were strong with new contract highs in October lean hogs.

Being a barn cat farmer is not for the faint of heart. But as I’ve reflected on the great cats that have graced our barn and departed too soon, one thing is clear: They are worth the inevitable heartache.

A look at what you need to know from the latest U.S. Pork Industry Benchmarking Report. When should you “freak out” or when should you see something as merely a fluke in the data?

Although not a big surprise, the 2017-2021 Production Analysis Summary for the U.S. Pork Industry revealed a continued mortality increase across all production phases. Here’s a look at why mortality gaps are growing.

Though the animal protein sector faces many challenges, producers transitioned to the first “post-COVID” summer grilling season with blazing success, says CoBank’s Brian Earnest. Here’s a look at his latest report.