Pork Business
New reports highlight the concerning transboundary spread of a new serotype that evades current vaccines and increases the risk of introduction to the U.S.
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With a strong background in producer engagement, industry outreach and relationship-building, Tina Erickson will take over the reins in July.
As the Iran war drives fertilizer prices up 40%, the Trump administration is warning against price gouging. A new survey shows only 60% of corn farmers have secured their nitrogen needs for 2026.
Don’t be misled by the label. Discover how animal rights activists are posing as family farmers to influence major agricultural legislation and undermine the industry from within.
Redefining the weeknight dinner, Smithfield’s first-of-its-kind lineup of pre-cut, pre-marinated pork offers restaurant-quality flavor with zero prep work.
Today’s market is evolving, not just correcting, according to ag economists. To win the long game, farmers are using generics and delaying machinery purchases as trade shifts to allies and consumers demand premium meat portions.
As market weights continue to rise, a recent study evaluates whether modern chilling systems can keep up—and the results offer good news for meat quality.
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in September 2026 using October 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $71.10, down $0.59 for the week, and $9.89 below the average cash price for the week of $80.99.
While we often focus on winning, the true value of livestock judging lies in the character traits and “intangible advantages” that stay with a person long after the final card is turned in.
A fast-developing El Niño could bring much-needed rain to the Plains, but timing and coverage remain uncertain. Brian Bledsoe explains what a strong event could mean for drought relief.
Sow and piglet mortality are the toughest opponents facing the pork industry today. Mark Knauer applies the same “grind” mentality he used as a Division I wrestler to “takedown” this crisis.
Learn how to protect yourself from ticks, alpha-gal syndrome and Lyme disease with expert tips on prevention, proper clothing and safe tick removal.
A new genetic innovation from the Agricultural Research Service aims to produce 100% sterile male flies, maximizing facility efficiency and safeguarding the U.S. livestock industry from NWS.
The integration of artificial intelligence into financial systems is ushering in a more sophisticated era of tax management — one where software handles the heavy lifting.
Following extensive industry feedback, the updated guide provides a science-based roadmap for states, ranchers and veterinarians to combat potential NWS outbreaks.
The real “Bullet Train” moment for pork production isn’t just about adopting new software, but about redesigning how information flows across your entire operation to move from reacting to events to anticipating them.
Transforming swine data into actionable insights requires a foundation of clean, real-time records to drive smarter health, financial and management decisions.
University of Arkansas researchers find that oregano and rosemary extracts support better long-term pig growth and gut health than traditional antibiotics.
How combining vision, creativity and technology can fuel the entrepreneurial drive.
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China is accelerating the use of fermented local ingredients to slash its reliance on imported soybeans as trade tensions with the U.S. intensify.
The National Pork Board enlists actress Paulina Chávez for “Explora Todo el Gusto del Pork,” a new campaign aimed at driving everyday pork demand among U.S. Hispanic consumers.
While pork export value is on a record-setting pace fueled by growth in Mexico and Japan, U.S. beef exports faced a decline in early 2026 due to limited market access in China.
Smithfield innovates new bratwurst flavors just in time for the summer grilling season.
“This is one of the saddest things I’ve seen in American agriculture in my lifetime,” says Bill Peter. “It ends with glass and metal covering millions of acres.”
When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in September 2026 using October 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $71.69, down $9.36 for the week, and $8.39 below the average cash price for the week of $80.08.
The Common Swine Industry Audit is shifting focus to positive welfare outcomes to ensure U.S. pork remains a trusted, high-quality staple in the global supply chain.
Adron Belk uses data to cut costs, improve yields and make every decision, from fertilizer usage to what tire pressure he uses when planting. The precision-driven strategy is what’s helping drive profitability.
With porcine circovirus type 2d becoming more prevalent in production systems, experts explain how moving to homologous protection can take circovirus “off the table” so you can focus on tougher challenges like PRRS.