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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
Outside a sow barn
Hog Production
Considering Prop 12 Conversion? Think About These Things First
At a time marred by COVID-19 disruptions and high inputs, the decision to become Prop 12 compliant is no small one. Kent Bang discusses critical things to consider before converting your barn to become compliant.
February 07, 2022 08:40 AM
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Jennifer Shike
Pig Barn in the Winter
Hog Production
APP Strikes with a Vengeance in Upper Midwest Pig Farms
It was the Friday after Thanksgiving. A finishing supervisor discovered a large spike in pig mortality. By the time his team removed the dead pigs and mass treated the site hours later, mortalities had tripled.
February 04, 2022 02:20 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Feeder pigs
Industry
Why U.S. Hog Producers Will Remain Cautious This Winter
The U.S. pork industry has had a great start in 2022 despite uncertainty from a resurgence of COVID-19 cases that have slowed pork slaughter in some areas. However, producers remain cautious.
February 04, 2022 08:00 AM
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Jennifer Shike
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Industry
Why Collaboration Made All the Difference: SHIC Unveils 2021 Progress Report
Coordination and collaboration. For the U.S. pork industry, those words aren’t hollow. They define perhaps the biggest accomplishment of the industry in 2021.
February 03, 2022 01:44 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Uncertainty in Global Pork Outlook
Industry
The COVID-19 Wild Card: Uncertainty Dominates Global Pork Outlook
Rising costs against a slowing economy threaten margins along pork supply chains, says Chenjun Pan in Rabobank’s latest Pork Quarterly report.
February 02, 2022 03:47 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Industry
Room for Optimism in the Lean Hog Market, Payne Says
COVID-19 staffing issues at pork processing facilities and trucking challenges have limited slaughter numbers. John Payne, author of Swine Times, shared his view on the market with AgDay TV’s host Clinton Griffiths.
February 02, 2022 08:26 AM
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Jennifer Shike
Pigs in trailer
Industry
Iowa Pork Producers Pass State Resolutions on Transportation, Swine Health
Labor issues related to transportation of pigs have many Iowa pork producers concerned about the availability of truck drivers to keep pigs moving through the supply chain. Here’s the resolutions IPPA delegates passed.
February 01, 2022 04:12 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Pigs
Hog Production
5 Pork Industry Opportunities: Focus on Production Efficiency
The pork industry has arguably made as much progress as any livestock species when it comes to producing more with less. As improvement continues, can it happen in a way that allows for improvement across all metrics?
February 01, 2022 03:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Company news
Industry
Company News: Fast Genetics Acquires Acuity, Arm & Hammer Reorganizes
Fast Genetics, a Canadian-based swine genetics company owned by STgen, acquires Acuity, an Illinois-based company founded by The Maschhoffs. Arm & Hammer restructures their internal organization.
February 01, 2022 02:16 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Fence in snow storm by Pexels by Pixabay
Hog Production
Winter Storms Are On the Way: Are Your Barns Safe?
Winter Storm Landon is on its way, expected to spread a big mess of snow, sleet and freezing rain from the Rockies to the Plains, Midwest and parts of the Northeast. Don’t forget to pay attention to your barn roofs.
February 01, 2022 10:09 AM
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Jennifer Shike
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