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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
Bacon
Hog Production
6 Ways to Keep Bacon on the Plate as China Rebuilds
While China rebuilds its pork production capacity, the U.S. pork sector can take steps to lessen the impact of lower trade flows in the future, CoBank says in its latest report.
November 10, 2020 11:24 PM
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Jennifer Shike
"It's our job to protect our farm," says Barb Determan. "It's really important that we as producers take that responsibility – that we take it on personally and take it on daily."
Industry
3 Ways You Can Help Keep African Swine Fever Out of the U.S.
As reports of ASF make headlines around the globe, the U.S. pork industry continues to work together to keep this deadly virus of pigs out of the country’s swine herd. But the question remains, is it enough?
November 10, 2020 11:24 PM
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Jennifer Shike
The majority of farm structure fires occur late at night or in early morning hours, often going undetected until it’s too late.
Hog Production
10 Ways to Protect Your Barn from a Fire
Barn fires move fast. In less than four minutes, a fire can fill a barn with smoke and completely engulf it in flames in less than five minutes. Here are 10 tips to help you protect your barn.
November 10, 2020 11:23 PM
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Jennifer Shike
National Pork Board Chef Neel Sahni
Industry
Preparing Pork: Chef Neel Sahni Shares His Secrets on AgriTalk
National Pork Board Chef Neel Sahni shares a few of his secrets in the kitchen – for beginners and experts alike – with AgriTalk host Chip Flory in celebration of National Pork Month.
November 10, 2020 11:23 PM
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Jennifer Shike
University of Minnesota veterinary professor Perle Zhitnitskiy, DVM, MSpVM, congratulates Morrison Swine Innovator Prize winner Zack Talbert, a University of Illinois veterinary student, in 2019. Talbert took home the prize again in 2020 and was honored virtually during the online conference.
Hog Production
Talbert Wins Morrison Swine Innovator Prize for Second Time
After turning heads at the 2019 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference with Bio-Barrier 360, a new twist to currently failing fumigation rooms, Zack Talbert went home to make his prize-winning product even better in 2020.
November 10, 2020 11:23 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Peter Davies, Gordon Spronk and Clayton Johnson wrap up the 2020 Leman Conference in "Where Do We Go From Here?"
Hog Production
10 Quotes to Remember from the 2020 Leman Swine Conference
COVID-19 concerns may have kept 2020 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference attendees physically apart, but it did not stop the sharing of ideas and perspectives during one of the industry’s most beloved events of the year.
November 10, 2020 11:23 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Proper management and nutrition can help weaned pigs overcome barriers and position them for long-term success.
Hog Production
Start Weaned Pigs Off Right: Beat These 4 Obstacles
Young pigs have several obstacles to overcome in order to get off and running. From separation from the sow to a new diet, how can you beat the barriers to early feed intake in young pigs?
November 10, 2020 11:23 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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Hog Production
PORK Poll: How is COVID-19 Changing Your Farm’s Protocols?
When it comes to COVID-19 protocols, the pork industry has a leg up on other farming enterprises because of the extensive biosecurity measures already in place. How have you changed protocols because of COVID-19?
November 10, 2020 11:22 PM
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Jennifer Shike
U.S. hog farmers face $5 billion in losses due to COVID-19 and 2 million hogs remain backed up on farms today. Hog farmers are in dire straits and need Congressional action now, experts say.
Hog Production
Hog Farmers Need Help Now
Two million hogs remain backed up on farms today. U.S. hog farmers face $5 billion in losses due to COVID-19. Hog farmers are in dire straits and need Congressional action now, experts say.
November 10, 2020 11:20 PM
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Jennifer Shike
North Carolina is the #2 pork producer in the country in value.
Market News
N.C. Bill Could Provide $25 Million to Help Livestock Supply Chain
A bipartisan bill is set for discussion in the North Carolina state legislature that would provide $25 million in federal CARES Act funding to help meat-processing plants add capacity and help independent producers.
November 10, 2020 11:19 PM
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