Pork Business
As World Trade Month begins, international commerce remains a core economic pillar for American producers and the broader agricultural economy. Here’s why international markets are vital to pork.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in October 2026 using December 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $57.22, down $7.05 for the week, and $20.69 below the average cash price for the week of $77.91.
State officials have launched an aggressive containment and surveillance plan after five boars in a small commercial herd tested positive for the virus—the first U.S. detection in two decades.
Through the “Pork Power” initiative, Ohio pig farmers are bridging the gap between rural production and urban centers by donating $11,000 to provide essential, high-quality protein to thousands of families across Cleveland, Cincinnati and Columbus.
The new Helical-powered platform centralizes genetic data and predictive tools to enhance breeding accuracy and meat quality.
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When the National Pork Board (NPB) launched the Taste What Pork Can Do® consumer brand campaign last year, the goal was simple: Get more Americans to eat more pork more often.
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With biosecurity being at the forefront of a successful swine operation, detergents are necessary to establish a clean surface in preparation for disinfection.
Traceback links a small Iowa herd to an outdoor Texas herd with suspected feral swine exposure, prompting state and federal officials to move decisively to eliminate the disease.
In a major legislative milestone, the House-passed H.R. 7567 offers a roadmap for the next five years of American agriculture.
As new PRRS strains challenge even the most remote operations, a landmark 16-year study proves that air filtration is a critical tool to reduce disease risk and protect herd productivity.
Rising input costs and geopolitical tensions drive growing pessimism among ag economists, though views differ on how the industry is being reshaped, according to the latest Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor.
Register now for NC State’s Innovation Forum and prepare for a deep dive into health and production at Iowa State’s McKean Swine Disease Conference and Iowa Swine Day.
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.
Check out how digital tools are streamlining show prep while protecting animal health and saving families time this jackpot season.
Rising beef prices and a surge in at-home cooking drove a 6.2% jump in packaged meat sales, helping the pork processor exceed first-quarter expectations.
Surveillance, reporting and veterinary partnerships are framed as critical ways to prevent a single case from becoming a national crisis.
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New data shows that winning in 2026 requires a ‘digital handshake'—using technology to remove friction while keeping the relationship front and center.
PRRS and PED outbreaks are curbing supply despite record sow performance, signaling a potential breakout for lean hog prices.
With barn conversion costs soaring up to 40% and California pork prices jumping nearly 20%, a coalition of ag groups say the economic toll of Proposition 12 is becoming undeniable.
Moving beyond punitive tariffs, NPPC suggests a roadmap for domestic supply chains that swaps trade barriers for tax credits and capital investment.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in October 2026 using October 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $64.27, up $3.23 for the week, and $11.96 below the average cash price for the week of $76.23.
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says a multi-agency Trump administration effort will target fertilizer costs and boost U.S. production, with a major announcement expected yet this week.
When a good employee’s behavior changes, knowing how to respond can be challenging, especially when the right answer is not clear.
Experienced farmers, credible veterinarians, the president of the United States, and state and federal government officials on both sides of the aisle continue to speak up and defend the freedom to farm by fixing California’s misguided Prop 12.
She didn’t follow a pre-paved path; she carved one. Discover how Dr. Anna Forseth’s Montana roots prepared her to lead national swine health policy through “unconventional” leadership.
Rusagro has shuttered three pig farms in the Belgorod region due to security risks, resulting in a decline in quarterly pork production.
As global disruptions ripple through the supply chain, rising energy and logistics costs are tightening margins and shifting consumer demand toward value-driven proteins.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection stops dangerous products from entering the country to protect U.S. agriculture.
From managing the “summer weight dip” to forecasting 12-month returns, this data-driven tool empowers nutritionists to build feeding programs tailored to operational goals.