Jennifer Shike 2024 - square.jpg

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
A fast-moving wildfire scorched over 2,400 acres south of Kuna, Idaho, claiming a livestock building and 38 pigs at Flying Pig Farm before the owner and emergency crews could halt the flames.
As the stock show community navigates a heavy summer, the NJSA is shifting the focus from banners to building relationships, reminding exhibitors that their value isn’t defined by a judge’s handshake.
With African swine fever and foot-and-mouth disease on the move, real-time situational awareness is the critical factor in defending U.S. pork production.
Experts say prioritizing employee engagement and transparent leadership are effective ways to drive consistent profitability.
After leading the industry through a global pandemic, this microbiologist-turned-farmer shares why ‘Plan B’ and a refusal to settle are the keys to surviving the next black swan event.
Industry leaders Hyatt Frobose, Mark Hulsebus, Wesley Lyons and Todd Thurman weigh in on why the future of the pork industry depends on a strong commitment to animal livability and long-term business agility.
Four experts identify the emerging economic and geopolitical trends that are quietly reshaping the global protein landscape.
Rep. Glenn Thompson introduces H.R. 9535 to modernize the H-2A visa program, offering the first statutory reform in 40 years. The bill aims to lower costs, streamline applications and expand eligibility to year-round industries like pork and meat processing.
Top pork producers are staying ahead of the curve by adopting a proactive, non-emotional approach to risk management that extends from biosecurity protocols to long-term capital investments.
Although some offal shipments to Mexico have resumed, restrictions on product from Iowa and Texas remain in place and source verification requirements create obstacles for shipments from other states.