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Jennifer Shike

As the brand leader of Farm Journal’s PORK and host of “The PORK Podcast,” Jennifer Shike pairs her deep animal science expertise with a heart for the people in the pork industry. Her work is a vital resource on swine health and biosecurity, reporting on threats such as PRRS, PED and African swine fever. By keeping a close watch on national and state policy, she translates trade deals, California’s Proposition 12, environmental regulations and farm bill updates into what they mean for American pork producers.

Latest Stories
Although Paul Sundberg, DVM, is always one to turn the spotlight onto others, the pork industry wants to say thank you for his years of devotion to helping pork producers and pigs thrive.
A new study confirms the difficulty in eliminating viral RNA from a contaminated feed mill post-introduction and highlights the need for continued emphasis on biosecurity for preventing pathogen entry.
Regardless if you are a resolution maker or disagree with that theory completely, the start of a new year is a great time to revisit goals for your pork operation and for yourself. Here’s a look at what readers said.
With so many variables and unknowns facing the U.S. pork industry now, a little free advice can’t hurt. Although these economists admit you may have heard this before, here’s what they would encourage you to remember.
Here’s a look at five research projects the Swine Health Information Center is funding to better understand the potential use of tongue tips for monitoring emerging diseases.
Practicing veterinarians and producers, as well as researchers and academics, can apply for one of three $35,000 awards for research related to swine health and production.
Christensen Farms, one of the largest, family-owned pork producers in the U.S., is getting ready to celebrate a big milestone in 2024.
Former basketball coach John Wooden and swine health leader Paul Sundberg share at least one thing in common. They both define success by “never quite getting there.” Sundberg says trying to “get there” makes life fun.
Jan.1 marks a change for U.S. pork producers as California’s Proposition 12 takes effect. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Bernt Nelson discusses pork market conditions.
Although implementation of California’s Proposition 12 is technically in effect, experts agree the practical aspect of enforcement is less obvious. The most notable changes will follow full enforcement on Jan. 1, 2024.