The renewed national focus on the correlation between what Americans eat and how it impacts our overall wellbeing creates a timely opening for our industry to highlight the proven health benefits of eating pork.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans serve as a cornerstone for promoting health and preventing disease. For U.S. pork, these guidelines play a crucial role in shaping consumption and perceptions surrounding pork.
When we talk about advocacy in animal health and welfare, pre-harvest activities come to mind. Funding programs to protect the nation’s pig herd from FADs is a priority. Equally important are post-harvest policy issues.