Pork Business
If predictions hold true, this fall could be a hotter and drier season across much of the U.S.
Iowa State sophomore running back Abu Sama III and freshman offensive lineman Isaiah Seymour participate in tryouts to join the popular ‘Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon’ initiative.
China’s soybean imports reached a record high in August 2024, reflecting significant growth in the country’s demand for the oilseed, but meat imports declined.
African swine fever continues to ravage pig farms in Italy, with at least 24 separate outbreaks and hundreds of farms affected.
Highly pathogenic avian influenza and African swine fever are two high-priority research areas that will be funded through a $17.6-million investment by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to protect the health and welfare of agricultural animals.
The decision is a key part of Canada’s response plans to control and ultimately eliminate an outbreak of FMD should it be detected in Canadian animals.
Providing housing for farm workers is an excellent way to increase employee retention, heighten morale and boost performance.
The value of exports to pork producers in the U.S. cannot be understated.
How often do you spend time thinking about the past? This question struck a nerve with me recently.
Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 90,647 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $32.92, up $1.85 per head from last week.
Producers across the country have experienced headwinds as the farm bill delays continue, ranging from extreme weather to high input costs to uncertain global demand to supply chain disruptions.
The unusual rainfall amounts during spring/summer of 2024 in the Midwest resulted in increased mosquito-related producer concerns such as carcass blemishing in pigs.
Mosquitos aren’t just an annoying threat for humans, they can also transmit many pathogens and cause problems for pigs.
Large displays in 200 Hy-Vee stores across the Midwest featuring the viral NIL promotion with Iowa State Cyclone football players launch this first week of September.
As we approach the end of 2024, there are a few items that should be standard for every pork business in the U.S.
Beef packers saw significant margin improvement the week ending August 30, while pork packer margins, though down from the previous week, were sharply higher than a year ago.
Key Asian markets and Mexico fuel strong month for beef exports and record value for Mexico headlines robust month for pork exports.
The good old farm truck — not only does it get us where we need to go and help us get the day’s tasks done, but it also carries along biosecurity risks that the industry can’t ignore.
Agriculture can sometimes act as a buffer during broader economic recessions, as demand for essential food items tends to remain relatively stable. However, when multiple indicators align in the industry, it can signal a recession.
Purdue University’s Center for Food and Agricultural Business has released a new study that takes a dissects the interactions between farmers and ag professionals.
Makana Therapeutics scientists have discovered that pigs contain a fourth gene that when inactivated will greatly reduce the risk of organ rejection in a human recipient.
As the soybean crush continues to expand, and soybean meal is predicted to be more available, consider how to best formulate antinutritional compounds innate to soy products in pig diets, Iowa State University advises.
This strategic leadership change comes as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to growth and excellence in the pork industry, the company said.
Importers learned about the attributes of U.S. beef and pork, new techniques for processing and safeguards in the industry.
Hormel Foods cut its annual sales forecast, hurt by lower commodity prices and a production disruption at its Planters brand manufacturing facility in Virginia.
Jim Rothermich of Iowa Appraisal joins the Top Producer podcast to share what he’s tracking in farmland auctions.
As fall approaches, many farmers are evaluating the timing of their manure application.
Rotavirus, Clostridium perfringens, E. coli, Coccidia, Sapovirus, Salmonella, Clostridioides difficile. The list of endemic pathogens clamoring to strike your new set of pigs is daunting, and they aren’t going away.
USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) will provide an updated 2024 net farm income forecast on Thursday. Economists say the net farm income picture would look even worse it weren’t for improved livestock prices.