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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
Here’s why the leader of one of the most active state pork organizations in the country believes strongly in the power of communication.
It takes a strong team to achieve nearly 44 years of marriage. Here’s the secret behind one of the pork industry’s most beloved couples.
From markets to retail activations, the conversations were powerful and packed full of opportunity at the Illinois Pork Expo in Springfield.
Cash cattle decreased slightly at $207.25 per cwt., while lean carcass hog prices came in slightly higher at $85.78 per cwt.
The health of our nation is at risk as these dietary guidelines inform all federal nutrition programs, says Iowa pork producer Rob Brenneman.
Indiana Pork announces a program rebranding of its long-standing partnership with Feeding Indiana’s Hungry and the winners of the Taste of Elegance competition.
A friendly competition grew into much more for two young show pig enthusiasts from North Carolina.
The impact of January’s cold spell was far-reaching, even to pigs inside climate-controlled barns. Experts discuss the impact of cold weather and what can be done to help mitigate those challenges with a new cold spell coming in this week in many areas of the U.S.
From the Madison County Fair to the Illinois State Fair, how one couple’s love story led to a multi-generational passion for pigs.
When it comes to passing the farm bill, what are the opportunities and challenges pork producers need to consider?