Sara Brown

The Livestock Today blog is your place to learn the latest production news for the livestock industry. Whether on the road or in the office, Sara Brown writes about all issues important to livestock producers.

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A one-year delay is needed before North Carolina’s new water quality requirements for large hog farms can take effect, budget writers say.
Ag Policy
N.C. Delays New Swine Industry Water Regs
North Carolina’s new water quality requirements for large hog farms will not take effect this year as intended under the state Senate’s proposed budget plan. A one-year delay is needed, budget writers say.
November 10, 2020 10:55 PM
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China’s second-largest pork producer, Muyuan Foods says it will continue to increase production this year, despite the challenges of African swine fever.
Hog Production
China’s Muyuan Foods Still Focused on Expansion Despite ASF
China’s second-largest pork producer, Muyuan Foods says it will continue to increase production this year, despite the challenges of ASF, as it bets on the reduced pork supply and higher prices to boost profits.
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Higher tariffs on U.S. exports has weighed heavily on profits, says leaders of Chinese pork producer, WH Group, who owns Smithfield Foods.
Hog Production
China’s WH Group Calls For End to Trade War As Profits Drop
Higher tariffs on U.S. exports has weighed heavily on profits, says leaders of Chinese pork producer, WH Group, who owns Smithfield Foods.
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Industry
What Would You Baconize?
The bacon craze has no limits it seems! What do you think will be the next item to add bacon?
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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“The safeguard trigger is obviously not good,” says Gerardo Rodriguez, USMEF regional marketing director, “But this is a result of people looking...for the product—more interest in finding U.S. pork in Panama.”
Ag Policy
Panama Pork Tariffs: What Will the Impact Be?
“The safeguard trigger is obviously not good,” says Gerardo Rodriguez, USMEF regional marketing director. “But this is a result of more interest in finding U.S. pork in Panama.”
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Raporal S.A. has been making livestock feed for almost 50 years and producing pork for nearly 40 years.
Hog Production
Producing Portugal’s Pork: Raporal Sets A High Standard
Just east of Lisbon, Portugal, a company called Raporal S.A. is a leader in pork production. It’s 10,000 sow herd produces 29 weaned pigs per sow per year.
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Japan is the largest value market and second-largest volume market for U.S. pork.
Hog Production
By the Numbers: Japan Is A Top U.S. Pork Market
Japan is the largest value market and second-largest volume market for U.S. pork.
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Tyson reports all nine of their core business segments reported a 5.3% increase in volume over the past 13 weeks, and all categories are showing year-over-year increases. Prepared Foods had a record quarter with $249 million in operating income and 12.3% return on sales.
Hog Production
Tyson Foods Reports Strong Q2; Plans for ASF Impacts
In its second quarter profit statement, Tyson projects its U.S. pork, chicken and beef units will all benefit from increased demand due to African swine fever outbreaks.
November 10, 2020 10:54 PM
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Follow the proper biosecurity measures for any visitor on your farm—whether neighbors or international visitors.
Hog Production
U.S. Grains Council Ups Biosecurity Protocols to Prevent ASF Spread
To prevent the spread of African swine fever, the U.S. Grains Council have updated their biosecurity protocols to ensure a safe pork supply.
November 10, 2020 10:53 PM
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After the cancellation of the World Pork Expo, PETA plans to display a new billboard, with a anti-pork production message, near the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
Ag Policy
On Heels of WPX Cancellation, PETA Plans Billboard Near Iowa State Fairgrounds
After the cancellation of the World Pork Expo, PETA plans to display a new billboard, with a anti-pork production message, near the Iowa State Fairgrounds.
November 10, 2020 10:53 PM
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