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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
The latest news from pork industry groups around the country.
Here’s a look at new products, partnerships and approvals that are making headlines in the pork industry.
The swine veterinarian community gathered together on Feb. 28 to honor the outstanding achievements of students and practitioners during the virtual American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation increased research funding in 2021 from $60,000 to $100,000 in recognition of the need for research with direct application to the swine veterinary profession.
A quick look at some of the quotable moments from veterinarians and swine industry leaders at the 2021 American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) annual meeting.
Three research proposals were selected to receive the Awards for Advancing Research in Respiratory Disease and $35,000. The program funds research relating to infectious porcine respiratory diseases.
University of Illinois student Erin Kettelkamp received the $5,000 scholarship for top student presentation at the 2021 American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.
A virtual FFA community can only fill the gap so far. I am grateful FFA has found solutions during the pandemic, but I believe the things FFA members have missed drive home the reasons why FFA is so important today.
National Pork Producers Council delegates passed two resolutions at its virtual annual meeting during the Pork Industry Forum and elected officers. Here’s a recap.
Roy Poage’s impact on the pork industry extends far beyond production. If it wasn’t for his out-of-the-box thinking, Jimmy Dean’s iconic sausage may never have graced the tables of homes across the U.S. Here’s why.