Industry
When buffet scraps became harder to find, Las Vegas Livestock invested in high-tech automation to handle 55 tons of grocery waste per day—nearly doubling its pre-pandemic processing capacity.
Four ways artificial intelligence helps these farmers manage their business.
New research reveals a 20% surge in pork prices due to Proposition 12, driving producers to Capitol Hill to advocate for a federal legislative fix in the farm bill.
Adron Belk uses data to cut costs, improve yields and make every decision, from fertilizer usage to what tire pressure he uses when planting. The precision-driven strategy is what’s helping drive profitability.
Costco’s viral “I Got That Dog in Me” bourbon has sparked a hot dog frenzy, commanding resale prices of up to $1,000.
When market pressures mount, “toughing it out” can feel like the only option—but it might be your biggest risk.
When the daily demands of an operation become overwhelming, long-term strategy is often the first thing to go. But what if hard times are actually the best time to grow?
After a nearly $900 billion surge in growth over the past year, the U.S. food and agriculture industry continues to serve as a primary engine for national commerce, trade and local economic stability across every state, a new study shows.
As construction costs for a standard finishing barn approach $1 million, experts discuss how today’s contract growers can protect their ROI through enhanced biosecurity, manure management and a heightened focus on the first 48 hours of pig reception.
A new reciprocal trade agreement with Ecuador is set to transform a minimal market into a promising opportunity for U.S. beef and pork producers.
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The story of Landry Mabry’s grand champion barrow is a testament to the power of the livestock community and the heart of the next generation of ag leaders.
After a federal appeals court ruling, Florida’s ban on cultivated meat remains in place, dealing a blow to the industry and reinforcing protections for livestock producers.
Although Mexican consumers love pork in restaurants, home consumption lags behind. USMEF is deploying food trucks and air-fryer demonstrations to teach families how to conveniently prepare U.S. pork, potentially moving the needle for the industry in a “tremendous way.”
From selling commercial tires to serving up 2 lb. pork legends, Jeff Buckler shares how he sold 10,000 tenderloins in a year and put Sadorus, Ill., on the culinary map, one tin pan at a time.
Pig producers squeezed by rising costs and falling hog prices. Chinese authorities intensify efforts to stabilize the market.
Here’s a look at the winners of the Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship, the Neil Dierks Scholarship, and the U.S. Pork Center of Excellence Swine Legacy Scholarship.
What do an air fryer, a gas station snack stick and a carnitas taco truck have in common? They are the front lines of modern pork demand. Here’s why the pork industry is leaning into the trends that matter most to the next generation of consumers.
Lindsey Loken doesn’t just sell pork; she builds trust. By turning her butcher shop into a “no-judgment zone” for curious consumers, the owner of Blondies Butcher Shop has become a vital link between the farm and the urban kitchen.
David Newman is challenging producers to stop thinking “one pig at a time” and start thinking “one pound at a time.” By shifting every American’s diet by just a single pound of pork per year, the industry could see a massive surge in retail sales.
Most people go to school board meetings to plead for more funding. Illinois pig farmer Josh Maschhoff went to show them how they’re losing it. Here’s why one farmer drove 300 miles to try to put a nutrient-dense protein back on the menu in Chicago Public Schools.
Science, politics and trade are shifting rapidly. NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys urges producers to leverage public trust and collective action to overcome emerging challenges.
From lifelong achievements in global health to pioneering mentorship programs, discover how these 2026 award recipients are shaping the future of swine medicine.
Precision Livestock Farming is shifting swine management from subjective assessments to data-driven accuracy, offering new ways to detect disease early and automate labor-intensive tasks. Here are three emerging technologies to consider.
Make note of these faces and names who will be the swine industry’s next generational of veterinary leaders.
PIC’s Dan Hamilton shares his raw, inspiring story of losing his wife during childbirth and how the resilience of the agricultural community helped him find hope again.
From clinical mastery in the barn to pioneering technical expertise and the rapid rise of the next generation, discover the stories behind this year’s top honorees at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.