Jennifer Shike 2024 - square.jpg

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
One of the best ways to tackle challenges on your swine operation is to borrow ideas and strategies from others. Four industry leaders and producers share best practices and lessons learned.
From beginning to end, attendees walked away inspired and challenged. Here are a few reasons why this year’s event was one people are talking about.
Raising pigs in the winter comes with its fair share of health challenges and 2026 is no different. Four industry experts share strategies to rally your operation now.
The addition of foam-based depopulation methods is a gamechanger for swine producers, says Andrew Bowman, DVM, with The Ohio State University. It’s provides a critical advantage in speed, cost and logistics.
Moving from a “task-oriented” mindset to a “people-oriented” one doesn’t require a massive budget—it requires intentionality. Here are six small adjustments that can make your farm a place where employees truly want to be.
Pork exports on track for top-three year despite slight November dip. Meanwhile, beef finds momentum in the Middle East, according to the latest U.S. Meat Export Federation report.
Prevent employee turnover by replacing “chaos” with clear expectations and hands-on mentorship from day one. Three industry leaders share how you can build a confident, engaged workforce that is motivated to stay for the long term.
Global agriculture leaders ADM and Alltech have joined forces to deliver science-backed nutrition across North America.
Producers are expected to take a more cautious stance on expansion in 2026 despite a favorable feed cost outlook.
Harrison Furlow’s journey is a testament to what happens when curiosity meets a “Shark Tank” level of determination.