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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
To help combat the labor shortage and show appreciation for hardworking employees, the Illinois Pork Producers Association started a new program to celebrate employees that go above and beyond. Here’s the 2023 winner.
Merck Animal Health has completed a minority investment in LeeO Precision Farming B.V., and will assume distribution of LeeO’s digital swine traceability solution in selected markets over the coming months.
What happens when you change up the grocery store meat case and position ground pork right next to its competitors?
The bullish September Hogs and Pigs Report indicates producers are keeping production at a level that meets consumer demand, said Altin Kalo, chief economist at Steiner Consulting in Merrimack, N.H.
After spending a summer working with pigs and seeing not only the devastating effect of PRRS on a sow farm, but also the labor shortage crisis facing the swine industry, Carly Bates wanted to find a way to help.
Pork producers have a lot to be proud of when it comes to sustainable production practices, says Ashley McDonald, NPB’s vice president of sustainability. Now it’s time to quantify it.
Terry Wolters, NPPC president, discusses the pork industry’s top priorities on AgriTalk this week.
High turnover in the swine industry is challenging in all areas, but there’s no doubt boar studs may have some of the most challenges when it comes to training staff, says Megan Hood, DVM.
If you’re curious about the future of veterinarian technology, rest assured it looks bright. Learn about the winner of the 2022 Morrison Swine Innovator Prize.
What started off as a normal day on the farm for 13-year-old Kaden Wall on Nov. 3, 2020, ended in tragedy when Kaden’s life was taken too soon as a result of a freak farm accident.