Pork Business
More than 16% of new cars sold in California in 2022 were zero-emissions vehicles, the state said, up from 12.41% in 2021 and 7.78% in 2020.
California announced last week that it will ban the sale of internal combustion engine passenger cars by 2035. The decision comes on the heels of diesel shortages along the East Coast, which caught attention on The Hill.
When adjusted for inflation, 2022 net cash farm income is forecast to increase by $13.5 billion (8.7%) from 2021 and be at its highest level since 2012.
As consumers plan to refrain from buying fuel over the Independence Day weekend, what is the likelihood of seeing an impact on prices?
The editors at AgWeb.com are looking at experts’ projections for commodities in 2020 to help you succeed in the coming year. Here’s a look at what analysts are expecting for the upcoming year in the protein segments.
We’re recapping this year’s most important issues though a look back at the covers of Farm Journal’s PORK magazine.
Biosecurity is a large factor that plays into the overall health and profitability of a swine operation.
Using tools, such as a Life Cycle Assessment and the Wean-to-Finish Pork Sustainability Calculator, provide producers data to make better informed decisions on the farm.
Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest became an animal activist’s target, due to Smithfield Foods supplying the hot dogs for the event.
Starting in October, France will ban the use of meat names like “steak” and “sausage” on plant-based protein food in an effort to avoid confusion over the trendy meat alternatives.
In a world of competition, there is value in U.S. agriculture producers finding ways to work together in search for separate, yet common goals.
What do you get when you cross pig semen with coconut water? Uganda pig farmers experience new opportunities in herd reproduction.
Volatility. Feed costs. Labor shortages. Pork producers face a number of challenges in 2022 that will likely affect their bottom line.
PRRS. PED. African swine fever. Biosecurity. As the list of concerns for pork producers continues to grow, Dr. Lauren Glowzenski shares her veterinary perspective on current disease trends and biosecurity issues.
Getting the most out of the nutrients in feed is more important than ever. “We know mycotoxins can limit that,” Paige Gott of DSM says.
Iowa pork producers, Randy Francois and Mike Berdo joined “AgriTalk” to discuss top-of-mind challenges and their outlook for the industry.
From an ‘egg roll in a bowl’ to pork wontons, ground pork has grown in popularity at the meat case. National Pork Board’s Kiersten Hafer and Neal Hull visit “AgriTalk” to share their insight on the ingredient.
From January 2020 to May 2022, retail pork prices increased 27%, according to a recent report. What root causes led to this lofty increase? Experts Dr. Jayson Lusk and Dr. Glynn Tonsor report their findings.
A round-up of news headlines from the pork industry.
An old bacterial nemesis is finding its way into more swine herds, but producers and veterinarians have several tools to keep it at bay.
There is an industry mantra that has existed since animal husbandry began: Healthy sows birth healthy piglets.
From new products to impact report details, the pork industry shows dedication to continuous improvement. Here’s a look at recent news from Hormel Foods, Feed Energy and the Animal Health Summit.
The hog sector began a major transformation in the early 1990s, and has experienced productivity growth and structural change, increased output and expanded exports since. USDA issued a report examining the changes.
Being an advocate for your employees is one of the best things you can do as a sow farm manager because it pays off in their work and in their mental health, says Danielle Voelkel of New Fashion Pork.
The workplace trend, quiet quitting, has gotten a lot of attention lately. Instead of going above and beyond, employees are wanting more from their work-life balance. The question is how do you keep employees motivated?
Producers may be eligible for payments for livestock losses in bad weather and wildfires.
Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was below average this past week, with 33,990 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $42.33, up $1.26 per head from last week.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was below average this past week, with 4,000 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $61.69, down $0.48 per head from last week.
Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 37,250 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $41.37, down $0.67 per head from last week.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 10,204 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $63.70, down $4.17 per head from last week.