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If the funding measure fails, USDA has a contingency plan in place for essential workers and services. The plan would retain a small number of administrative employees to oversee activities including disaster response and cybersecurity should funding lapse.
There are challenges that come with the process, but also hidden opportunities that can help the rising generation build for the future.
‘Tis the season for goodwill and stepping up to support others. Here are just a few things that are happening in the pork industry to spread cheer this holiday season.
Every once in a while, there is a bond that is so strong that it can only exist between exhibitor and the animal. But that bond takes time together, hours of practice and patience.
A new study using pigs shows that inhaled vaccines could potentially reduce viral transmission and improve vaccine efficiency.
With 30 tax provisions set to expire at the end of 2025, four experts explain how and when you could be affected.
Speakers will address critical topics including profitability in swine production, pork demand, grain and soybean meal markets, and day-to-day decisions made inside the farm gate.
Pork producers do not have the luxury of waiting for Congress to pass a new, five-year Farm Bill next year, says Lori Stevermer, president of the National Pork Producers Council.
Leather work gloves are often considered “consumables” due to the frequency with which they wear out or go missing on the farm. If you know how to match glove design and type of leather to the job, you can buy fewer gloves.
It’s time for 2025 predictions. The past two years have been challenging for most producers as the market has offered few times to lock in profits.
USMEF offers Mexico seminars to educate about equipment, target market and cooking methods.
The House of Representatives released its Continuing Resolution text, which includes a one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill, $10 billion in farmer economic aid, $21 billion in ag disaster funding for 2023 and 2024 and year-round E15 sales.
Of all the lessons Fredrik Sandberg has learned over the past 14 years in his career, one stands out more than the rest.
A one-year extension of the 2018 farm bill, tied to the continuing resolution, has sparked intense negotiations over economic assistance to farmers.
A coalition of 268 agricultural and business organizations asked dockworkers and port operators on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico to return to the bargaining table to hammer out a new labor agreement.
Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was below average this past week, with 31,850 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $64.71, up $0.80 per head from last week.
Agricultural groups said over the weekend they do not support year-end spending package sans economic aid for ag producers.
The Swine Health Information Center announced renewed funding for the Domestic Swine Disease Monitoring Report including the addition of Escherichia coli monitoring.
USDA approves funding to bolster efforts to prevent further spread through surveillance, animal health checkpoints and domestic preparedness.
As federal policy decisions tend to heavily impact rural industries, the outcome of the 2024 election promises to significantly shape the rural economy in the year ahead. CoBank’s annual report outlines what to expect.
Large-scale family farms (GCFI of $1,000,000 or more) accounted for 48% of the total value of production and 31% of agricultural land in 2023.
Brazil’s chicken meat and pork production and exports are expected to eclipse records that were set this year.
This marks another milestone toward protecting Ohio agriculture against the massive disease and economic threat posed by non-native feral swine entering the state.
Why are these big names drawing attention, sparking excitement and inspiring others to step up this holiday season?
A bullish outlook on the U.S. pork market means it’s time to take advantage of opportunities that come your way, says Erin Borror with the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
The packer/feeder margin spread grew this week in favor of the feeder at $285 per head while pork producers found positive margins of $39.77.
A collection of five studies from 2024 publications can help improve farrowing and wean outcomes, ensuring the health and survivability of wean pigs for transport.
“It feels great to know we are helping feed those in need with nutritious protein, especially during the holidays,” says Kassidy Cook, Olympic medalist.
Can we really move more pork consumption domestically? It’s a question Brett Kaysen says he gets all the time from producers. His answer may not be the popular one, but he wholeheartedly stands by it.
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