Pork Business
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in July 2026 using August 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $103.58, up $2.28 for the week, and $4.06 below the average cash price for the week of $107.64.
Prevent employee turnover by replacing “chaos” with clear expectations and hands-on mentorship from day one. Three industry leaders share how you can build a confident, engaged workforce that is motivated to stay for the long term.
Supervising isn’t about doing more; it’s about getting results through others. Here are five easy ways to delegate instead of doing it yourself.
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Texas issues a statewide disaster declaration and USDA makes strategic reallocation of sterile flies to safeguard the U.S. livestock industry and public health.
Producers are expected to take a more cautious stance on expansion in 2026 despite a favorable feed cost outlook.
Harrison Furlow’s journey is a testament to what happens when curiosity meets a “Shark Tank” level of determination.
Record matching funds, research projects, and monitoring outputs underscore value of Pork Checkoff investment.
Although the immediate threat is a public health crisis, the U.S. swine industry is on alert as entry of this virus into the U.S. could lead to devastating industry losses and a complex zoonotic challenge.
Working for the National Pork Board was not about money or fame or checking a box for Patrick Fleming. It was about serving an industry he truly admired and cared about. It was personal.
The proposed settlement requires approval by U.S. District Judge John Tunheim.
Check out the Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker for week of Jan. 24.
To combat the devastating economic impact of domestic diseases like PRRSV, the pork industry is developing a collaborative, producer-led strategy to focus on industry-wide swine health.
During his trip to Clive, Iowa, Trump reaffirms support for year-round E15, backing corn growers and ethanol, while announcing John Deere’s expansion of two new domestic production and distribution facilities.
Dean Frazer of Conrad, Iowa, opens up about why he’s stepping up to the challenge of leading the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
Here’s a round-up of new product news and mergers in the pork industry.
With the federal estate tax exemption at historically high levels, most family farms are no longer at risk of paying federal estate tax. Shift your focus to income tax planning and preserving the step-up in basis at death.
A new report highlights a strategic vulnerability in U.S. swine industry’s nutrient supply chain.
Brock and Sarah Pillen discuss the trends shaping pork production and the next generation of pig farmers.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in July 2026 using July 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $101.30, up $1.72 for the week, and $1.27 above the average cash price for the week of $100.03.
Kari Underly demonstrates creative cuts to encourage consumers and meat professionals.
Canadian regulators have determined PIC’s PRRS-resistant pigs are safe for consumption and approved for manufacturing and importing. Approval was granted after three separate Canadian regulatory agencies conducted independent reviews of research and data.
The new class includes 19 individuals from across the country in an effort to cultivate leaders who will champion the industry and advocate for its continued success.
Biosecurity is the best defense to keep foreign animal disease out. USDA wants to see how you put it into practice.
Lee Schulz details 2026 economic forecast at Iowa Pork Congress.
Driving innovation to combat NWS and prevent its northward spread.
Check out the Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker for week of Jan. 17.
The Waters Advocacy Coalition says new definitions provide much-needed clarity and transparency while better preserving the states’ primary role in regulating water resources and land use within their boundaries.
The National Pork Producers Council supports quick passage of a new farm bill that fixes the problems caused by Proposition 12 and continues to advocate for the year-round needs for labor in the pork industry.
Smithfield has secured rights to sell and market the iconic hot dog brand into perpetuity. How will this impact U.S. pork and beef producers?