Pork Business
After two decades of military service and multiple deployments, Michael Williford discovered that the discipline of a soldier and the demands of a hog barn were a perfect match for his next chapter.
EPA is removing DEF sensor requirements to end costly equipment shutdowns and save farmers an estimated $4.4 billion annually.
Genetic selection is a viable tool for reducing incidence of pelvic organ prolapse, but research shows body condition score and perineal score need to be part of the solution.
While the U.S. breeding herd continues to contract, record-breaking productivity is keeping total inventory levels steady at 74.3 million head, according to the March 1 USDA Hogs and Pigs Report.
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.
Mexico has launched two aggressive investigations into imports of U.S. hams and shoulders. NPPC’s Maria Zieba breaks down the evidence, the potential for summer tariffs, and why the U.S. industry is preparing for a long fight to protect its most vital export market.
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.
Check out the Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker for week of March 21.
Pig producers squeezed by rising costs and falling hog prices. Chinese authorities intensify efforts to stabilize the market.
You take care of your land and livestock—don’t forget to take care of yourself.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in September 2026 using October 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $76.37, down $18.89 for the week, and $12.69 below the average cash price for the week of $89.06.
Discover the critical risk factors and proven measures that can help producers break the cycle of disease infection in grow-finish operations.
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.
Brian Bledsoe of Brian Bledsoe Weather explains what’s driving the record heat, how long it may last and why it’s not a repeat of 2012.
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.
While the fear of PRRS rebreaks remains a major hurdle for producers, veterinarian Reid Philips says a systematic, coordinated approach can turn the “impossible” goal of elimination into reality.
As senior supervisor for Tyson Foods’ genetic nucleus farm, this barn hero proves that showing up and stepping up are the foundation for success as a leader. Here’s how Hannah Bevins retains employees and improves efficiency in the herd.
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.
New insights into digestible mineral requirements suggest that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to calcium and phosphorus may be limiting sow longevity and performance.
Check out the Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker for week of March 14.
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.
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision, ensuring agricultural organizations can raise their own legal arguments and defend farming practices against more stringent nutrient regulations in the Maumee River Watershed.
As the high-stakes July review approaches, agriculture and business groups call for a long-term renewal of the USMCA to ensure market predictability and protect billions in U.S. exports.
While the technical tools for disease control exist, the real power to defeat endemic viruses lies in the daily, disciplined decisions made on the farm and a commitment to industry-wide collaboration.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in August 2026 using October 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $95.26, down $5.03 for the week, and $5.59 above the average cash price for the week of $89.67.
NOAA and CPC issue an official El Niño watch with a 62% chance of forming by late summer. Meteorologist Drew Lerner explains why it’s coming sooner than expected, but warns the extreme forecasts may be overstated. What it could mean for global crops this year.
U.S. pork exports began the year with strong momentum in January, achieving a 3% increase in volume and a 4% rise in value to $692.1 million.