Pork Business
University of Illinois researchers say the domestic pig is ideal for biomedical research studies because their brain size, rate of development and digestive system are excellent analogues for human newborns.
The breaded pork tenderloin is a sense of pride for many Iowans, and their appetite for perfection is once again needed to find the state’s juiciest, most flavorful sandwich.
When finalizing tax documents, you might find yourself thinking about the tax dollars you could have invested back into your farm. One way you might make those dollars work for you is to contract grow pigs.
Health insurance coverage and healthcare costs are among the greatest challenges for self-employed Americans, including farmers.
When used in conjunction with an M. hyo-closure program, exposing all or some part of the herd to M. hyo is often considered a crucial first step in the herd-closure process, says Amy Maschhoff, DVM, with The Maschhoffs.
Columnist Kent Bang of Compeer Financial outlines five of the main factors impacting the cost of pork production today and ideas to consider to control the rising cost of production.
Two neighbors who’ve spent more than a decade perfecting their barbecue are this year’s Pulled Pork Madness winners. Their restaurant, Smokin’ Butt Barbeque in Davenport, Iowa, received the most votes.
Anticipation of a return to normal is in the air, CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange said in its latest quarterly report. But for the economy and rural industries, there will be no going back to pre-COVID conditions.
China imported 1.02 million metric tons of meat in March, customs data showed on Tuesday, the highest monthly volume since at least January 2020, as the world’s biggest meat buyer stocked up to fill shortages at home.
The restaurant industry appears to be on the rebound following the pandemic with more restaurants reporting a surge in demand, but trends also show more consumers may be moving out of urban areas.
Biosecurity ranks high on the list of concerns for swine veterinarians who want hog units tightened up to reduce disease. Improvements can be expensive but the cost of not making those improvements could be much higher.
View Farm Journal’s PORK’s free one-hour webinar on California’s animal welfare regulation, Prop 12. Find out what industry experts have to say about how it could impact the U.S. pork industry and entire supply chain.
Carbon Contract Reality: Why Conservation-Minded Farmers May Not Qualify for Private Carbon Programs
The chase to capture carbon continues. It’s a possible new source of income for farmers and ranchers, but it’s also bringing a set of challenges and questions. The answer could be both public and private programs.
With pork production in the Philippines heavily impacted by ASF, President Rodrigo Duterte issued an executive order temporarily lowering tariff rates for imported pork muscle cuts.
The use of air filtration systems on sow farms has been proven to reduce the incidence of airborne illnesses, however, many swine operations still operate without one. Here are reasons why producers should reconsider.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 8,230 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $98.72, down $2.24 per head from last week.
February exports of U.S. pork and beef remained below the rapid pace established in early 2020. Still, exports were consistent with USMEF’s February projections. Here’s a look at the numbers.
Animal rights activist Matthew Johnson with the group Direct Action Everywhere has been charged with trespassing at a food operation for his Feb. 5 presence outside an Iowa Select Farms sow operation in Dows, Iowa.
While critics say President Biden’s infrastructure plan is too costly and includes more than infrastructure, proponents say it could help bridge the rural and urban digital divide.
The Ohio Expositions Commission announced that the 2021 Ohio State Fair will not be open to the public, and will instead focus on agricultural and educational competitions for exhibitors, their families and guests.
The adage that “knowledge is power” is especially true when it comes to understanding mold and mycotoxins. Lon Whitlow, professor emeritus at NC State University, offers five reminders to help livestock producers.
As the 2021 bull market continues, it’s leading to a growing level of optimism from farmers. The latest Ag Economy Barometer from Purdue University/CME group shows farmer sentiments rose to 177 this month.
Hasty decisions made under pressure during the pandemic might not have been ideal from a disease management perspective, says Clare LeFevre, Carthage Veterinary System Ltd. She weighs in on depopulation and repopulation.
The Philippine government announced it will provide more market access for pork imports to combat rising pork prices and stabilize supplies.
Trade remains crucial to the continued success of the U.S. pork industry. In any given year, U.S. pork producers ship product to more than 100 countries.
If you want to improve animal well-being and human safety on the farm, start by looking at the overall structure of the facility. Here are five safety and animal care tips to ensure your facilities remain sustainable.
“The wild hog is very possibly the most dangerous animal in the wild. And he knows no enemies and he knows no fear,” says Hank Berdine of the Mississippi Levee Board in a new video series, Feral Swine in America.
How will Proposition 12 be enforced? If I invest a lot of money to change my barn to be compliant, what’s coming next that I’ll need to adapt to? There are more questions than answers about Prop 12 implementation.
The second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP 2) restarted April 5. Farmers have 60 days to either apply or make modifications to their existing CFAP 2 applications.
The history of wild pig hunts is filled with unusual stories, but the chase for a 750-lb. beast hiding in plain sight on a Mississippi farm ranks as a standalone account. Farming reality outshines fiction.