Industry
A one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill, tied to the continuing resolution, has sparked intense negotiations over economic assistance to farmers.
A coalition of 268 agricultural and business organizations asked dockworkers and port operators on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico to return to the bargaining table to hammer out a new labor agreement.
USDA approves funding to bolster efforts to prevent further spread through surveillance, animal health checkpoints and domestic preparedness.
As federal policy decisions tend to heavily impact rural industries, the outcome of the 2024 election promises to significantly shape the rural economy in the year ahead. CoBank’s annual report outlines what to expect.
Large-scale family farms (GCFI of $1,000,000 or more) accounted for 48% of the total value of production and 31% of agricultural land in 2023.
Why are these big names drawing attention, sparking excitement and inspiring others to step up this holiday season?
A bullish outlook on the U.S. pork market means it’s time to take advantage of opportunities that come your way, says Erin Borror with the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
“It feels great to know we are helping feed those in need with nutritious protein, especially during the holidays,” says Kassidy Cook, Olympic medalist.
Here’s a round-up of new products and platforms to help pork producers.
There’s just something about women stepping up to encourage each other to achieve professional success.
Scientists Assess a Tick’s Potential to Spread Disease in Southern U.S.
The numbers show year-over-year increases in October for beef and pork exports positioned to set annual value and value records in 2024.
Hong Kong-based WH Group, the world’s largest pork producer, said its shareholders approved spinning off Smithfield Foods into a listed company in the United States.
Research collaboration creates potential for genetic tools to control disease-spreading ticks.
Texas A&M AgriLife Develops Surveillance Tools for Tick and Feral, Domestic Pig Contact
Qvest LLC has been ordered to pay $171,919 in penalties after federal investigators found the sanitation contractor employed 11 children at a Sioux City pork processing plant.
Information is being sought on industry practices and preferences, research results on consumer perceptions and any impact date labeling may have on food waste.
Two more Tyson plant closures are making headlines with a new WARN notice posted by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.
Hormel Foods forecast annual sales and profit below estimates on Wednesday, hurt by slowing demand for its snacking and meat products, including its Jennie-O Turkey brand.
Chris Miller has proved the power of one on his farmland, measured by the shaping of American youth.
Tyson Foods plans to permanently close a beef and pork plant in Emporia, Kan.
Murphy Family Ventures and Smithfield announced a definitive agreement that will re-establish the Murphy family farming business.
Biosecurity New Zealand has placed strict movement controls on a commercial rural Otago egg farm, after testing confirmed a highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza in chickens.
Five outstanding Iowa girls’ high school volleyball players were awarded with Top Producer awards following the Iowa Girls State Volleyball Tournament.
A free trade agreement with the U.S. that could fuel momentum for U.S. red meat in a broader region of Africa.
To expand the range of U.S. pork and beef cuts in the ASEAN, USMEF led retail and foodservice teams to Korea to study how U.S. red meat is utilized.
From protecting farmers’ freedom to operate to balancing family and career, Oklahoma Pork Council’s executive director shares how teamwork makes it possible.
A little back-of-the-napkin math illustrates the incredible value of the limited-time-offer McRib sandwich, says David Newman with the National Pork Board.
In the third quarter, farm income and loan repayment rates weakened.
Two pork industry technical representative were appointed to USDA’s Task Force on Agricultural Air Quality Research, which examines the connection between agricultural production and air quality and advises the Secretary of Agriculture on scientifically sound, cost-effective, federally supported agricultural solutions that can help improve air quality.