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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.
Heat stress is a multimillion-dollar problem for all stages of pork production. Here are ways to maximize reproductive performance during periods of seasonal infertility.
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.
While misconceptions cause consumer skepticism, concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) provide the vital efficiencies, strict animal welfare standards and economies of scale needed to feed a growing global population.
The U.S. lets the 16-year USMCA extension deadline pass, opting for rolling annual talks. Experts break down what this means for “predictability” and the leverage needed for disputes.
Higher beef prices and grocery inflation are pushing the cost of a backyard barbecue higher in 2026.
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Profitability returns to the swine industry in early 2026, highlighted by a rise in owner’s equity to 56% and working capital exceeding $1,000 per sow.
As federal agencies weigh new guidelines, a joint study from Purdue and the University of Illinois reveals strong public support for ultra-processed food labeling and school-based restrictions, while taxing these products remains unpopular.
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.
The move will start a six-year review period as the U.S. pushes for stricter automotive content rules in negotiations with Mexico.
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.
Artificial intelligence isn’t replacing the farmer; it’s strengthening the legacy by turning decades of experience into real-time, actionable insights.
Pork industry leaders say demand remains strong heading into grilling season, driven by growing global protein consumption and resilient export markets, even as consumers face rising financial pressure and tighter household budgets.
Logue succeeds Kevin Still to lead the Indiana-headquartered co-op
Managing temperatures for gestating sows and finishing pigs is critical for preserving lifetime performance, muscle development and long-term industry productivity.
The quarterly count shows inventories continue to rise as producers eke out profits at mid-year.
From supply volatility and PRV wake-up calls to shifting demand, industry experts share five critical takeaways for U.S. pork producers heading into the second half of 2026.
From the feed mill to the sow barn and from the boardroom to the halls of government, meet young leaders leveraging their livestock experiences to shape the future of U.S. pork.
Sen. Boozman’s Farm Bill 2.0 bolsters farm safety nets and updates conservation programs, but notably excludes Prop 12, E15 and pesticide labeling.
Industry experts say that in a year of steady prices and lurking risks, producers should prioritize patient marketing and operational discipline over chasing “home run” profits.
Industry leaders at World Pork Expo highlight the risks of over-extending production. To ensure operational integrity, producers must prioritize biosecurity, sound data and tailored SOPs over sheer throughput.
New data from Kansas State University shows Americans still want more protein, but record financial pessimism is pushing consumers to seek value and rethink how they buy meat.
Five leading economists weigh in on how disease, trade and the “income effect” will shape a pivotal year for the U.S. pork industry.
David Newman and Glynn Tonsor explain why the industry’s next great frontier isn’t better production — it’s building a consumer who values pork more.