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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
NPPC past president Barb Determan is disappointed World Pork Expo is canceled, but believes it's the right decision.
Industry
NPPC Past President Reflects on Decision to Cancel 2001 World Pork Expo
Don’t panic, it’s been done before.
November 18, 2020 09:20 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Provincial market supervision departments will organize sampling of pork products to check for the ASF virus.
Hog Production
China to Require Meat Processors to Test for African Swine Fever
China will require all meat processors who handle raw pork to test for the presence of African swine fever virus in May.
November 18, 2020 09:20 PM
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Jennifer Shike
2019 University of Missouri Pork Institute applications are open.
Industry
University of Missouri Youth Pork Institute Opens Door for Exploration
Are you interested in the future of pork production, new technologies, or want to be a leader in the pork industry and are still in high school? Then the 2019 University of Missouri Pork Institute is your answer.
November 18, 2020 09:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
National Pork Producers Council board member Gordon Spronk, DVM, says the industry’s greatest risk is at the borders from travelers coming in from all over the world and imported goods primarily used in agriculture. 
Hog Production
Pork Industry Stands Firm Against African Swine Fever
Nine resolutions and advisements adopted in March to prevent foreign animal diseases from entering the U.S.
November 18, 2020 09:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig said, "This bill establishes vital protections for Iowa livestock producers against special interest groups with malicious intentions, specifically individuals who may cause physical or economic harm to the animals and/or facility owners. Safeguarding our livestock producers is critical to securing our state’s ag-based economy."
Hog Production
Reynolds Signs Ag Trespass Bill in Iowa
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commends signing of bill that protects Iowa pork producers and economy.
November 18, 2020 09:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Recipients of the $5,000 AASVF-Merck Veterinary Student Scholarship (from left): Shelby Perkins, University of Missouri; Grace Elijah, Kansas State University; Rachel Stika, Iowa State University; Sophie Leone, Colorado State University; Kayla Castevens, North Carolina State University; Elizabeth Noblett, North Carolina State University; and Taylor Homann, University of Minnesota. Also pictured are Drs Jack Creel, Joe Roder, and Justin Welsh, Merck Animal Health. Not pictured are scholarship recipients Matt Finch, Iowa State University; Jamie Madigan, North Carolina State University; and Zach Talbert, University of Illinois.
Industry
Next Generation of Swine Veterinarians Receive Scholarships at AASV
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation awarded scholarships totaling $25,000 to 15 top veterinary students.
November 18, 2020 09:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
China issued a ban on the import of pigs, boars and other porcine products from Vietnam, in an attempt to curb the spread of ASF.
Hog Production
African Swine Fever Discovered in Pigs on Truck in Sichuan Province
A new outbreak of African swine fever was confirmed in Sichuan province in southwest China after a truck carrying pigs was stopped on a highway.
November 18, 2020 09:19 PM
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Jennifer Shike
During the recent Top Producer Summit, I moderated a panel of finance experts during the Executive Women in Agriculture (EWA) event. The group included K•Coe Isom’s Kala Jenkins, First Financial Bank’s Jessica Lehman and Farm Credit Services of America’s Angie Treptow. 
Industry
Wayne Farms Employees Embezzle $100,000 in Payroll Fraud Scheme
Police arrested five employees of Wayne Farms, the sixth largest vertically integrated poultry producer and processor in the U.S., after the company uncovered a payroll fraud scheme costing the company nearly $100,000.
November 18, 2020 09:18 PM
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Jennifer Shike
“Stick with us,” Trump told farmers and attendees at his campaign-style speech at the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ national convention in Kansas City July 24, 2018.
Market News
Trump Urges Cooperation, Seeks Trade Resolutions
President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Tuesday urged cooperation in pursuing resolution to the ongoing trade disagreements with China, reports Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer.
November 18, 2020 09:17 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Meat and poultry exports were a mixed bag, while beef imports were on the rise.
Market News
U.S. Pork Industry Takes Steps to Safeguard Future Trade Opportunities
Access to foreign markets hinges on compliance with new standards
November 18, 2020 09:17 PM
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