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We must have a paradigm shift that is focused on making pork loin relevant to young, domestic, multicultural consumers.
Although there were no earth-shattering surprises in the Dec. 1 USDA Hogs and Pigs Report, economist Lee Schulz says there are several important takeaways for pork producers as the year comes to a close.
Nearly half of all farmworkers are undocumented, and industries such as dairy and meatpacking plants are especially vulnerable to labor shortages.
Baltimore’s Impero Foods & Meats, Inc., has recalled 7,485 lb. of raw pork sausage products.
The World Food Championships in Indianapolis, Ind., attracts thousands of competitors and food lovers from around the globe.
Ralph’s Packing Company of Perkins, Okla., is recalling approximately 3,132 lb. of ready-to-eat pork and beef bologna products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
“What are you hearing out there? Are employers still hiring?” These are common questions posed to AgCareers.com.
Smithfield announces the formation of a new company called VisionAg Hog Production.
Bob Morrison’s mantra, “Learn. Teach. Have fun.” is put to work through an annual event that always draws a crowd. Here’s a look at the seven students who competed for the Morrison Swine Innovator Prize in September.
As the Trump administration prepares to return to the White House, these appointments signal a continuation of its previous agricultural policies and priorities, with experienced individuals who have both legal expertise and connections to the farming community.
An advocate for the livestock industry who wears many hats including teacher, coach, mentor, advisor, husband and father, Dan Shike, joins The PORK Podcast for the final episode of 2024.
Now that the profitability potential has returned to the swine industry, a few critical management decisions in the coming months will play a vital role in rebuilding liquidity in your operation.
If the funding measure fails, USDA has a contingency plan in place for essential workers and services. The plan would retain a small number of administrative employees to oversee activities including disaster response and cybersecurity should funding lapse.
There are challenges that come with the process, but also hidden opportunities that can help the rising generation build for the future.
‘Tis the season for goodwill and stepping up to support others. Here are just a few things that are happening in the pork industry to spread cheer this holiday season.
Every once in a while, there is a bond that is so strong that it can only exist between exhibitor and the animal. But that bond takes time together, hours of practice and patience.
A new study using pigs shows that inhaled vaccines could potentially reduce viral transmission and improve vaccine efficiency.
With 30 tax provisions set to expire at the end of 2025, four experts explain how and when you could be affected.
Speakers will address critical topics including profitability in swine production, pork demand, grain and soybean meal markets, and day-to-day decisions made inside the farm gate.
Pork producers do not have the luxury of waiting for Congress to pass a new, five-year Farm Bill next year, says Lori Stevermer, president of the National Pork Producers Council.
Leather work gloves are often considered “consumables” due to the frequency with which they wear out or go missing on the farm. If you know how to match glove design and type of leather to the job, you can buy fewer gloves.
It’s time for 2025 predictions. The past two years have been challenging for most producers as the market has offered few times to lock in profits.
USMEF offers Mexico seminars to educate about equipment, target market and cooking methods.
The House of Representatives released its Continuing Resolution text, which includes a one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill, $10 billion in farmer economic aid, $21 billion in ag disaster funding for 2023 and 2024 and year-round E15 sales.
Of all the lessons Fredrik Sandberg has learned over the past 14 years in his career, one stands out more than the rest.
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.
Agricultural groups said over the weekend they do not support year-end spending package sans economic aid for ag producers.
The Swine Health Information Center announced renewed funding for the Domestic Swine Disease Monitoring Report including the addition of Escherichia coli monitoring.
USDA approves funding to bolster efforts to prevent further spread through surveillance, animal health checkpoints and domestic preparedness.