Pork Business
Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 84,100 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $39.81, down $0.09 per head from last week.
Reid Weiland makes investments and sets outcomes for his farmland that pay back with environmental, yield and long-term metrics.
Ready to rethink soybean meal? Nutritionists, veterinarians, producers and academia are encouraged to attend the Iowa Swine Day Pre-conference Symposium, “Soybean Meal 360,” with eight leading swine industry experts.
NPPC’s Ashley Johnson defended pork producers’ stewardship of antimicrobial use at the United Nations’ multi-stakeholder hearing on antimicrobial resistance.
On the second episode of Unscripted, a new podcast hosted by AgDay’s Clinton Griffiths and U.S. Farm Report’s Tyne Morgan, Chris Bennett provides a behind-the-scenes look at how he finds such amazing stories.
A family-owned and operated company that specializes in the production and distribution of crafted meat snacks plans to expand its operations in Galesburg, Ill., resulting in more than a $2-million economic impact.
Although the lessons learned are different for each stakeholder group, Yvette Johnson-Walker, DVM, says lessons are always learned when people come together for a foreign animal disease tabletop exercise. Here’s why.
No H5N1 flu virus was found after cooking ground beef to medium to well done, USDA said in a briefing on Thursday after conducting a study as it addresses concerns over an outbreak of the disease in dairy cattle.
Canadian Pork Council’s goal is to develop an ASFMeter, a portable and low-cost tool, for rapidly diagnosing African swine fever in the field.
The U.S. House Agriculture Committee’s unveiling of its 2024 Farm Bill was met with applause from the National Pork Producers Council.
I’m trying to keep busy, so I don’t have to sit in all the feelings that come with a senior graduating. Although you know it’s a good thing, and it’s what you raised them to do, it’s awfully hard to let them go.
APHIS bolsters animal health protections with more than $22 million in farm bill funding for research projects and vaccine bank.
New hires at Pharmgate and FeedworksUSA position companies for growth. dsm-firmenich shares its recent findings in mycotoxin survey.
Industry shares announcements about biogas monetization, swine webinars, and a new research and development center in the heart of the animal health corridor.
The 2024 Iowa Swine Day program has a program packed with highly regarded speakers focusing on important issues facing U.S. pork producers, the Iowa Pork Industry Center announced.
Shares of Brazil’s JBS SA rose 7% in early morning trading on Wednesday after the world’s largest meatpacker reported strong first-quarter results in spite of headwinds faced by its large U.S. beef business.
(Adds details from earnings statement) SAO PAULO, May 14 (Reuters) - Brazil’s JBS SA , the world’s largest meat-packer, on Tuesday reported a net profit of 1.64 billion reais ($319.74 million) for the first quarter,
The breathtaking views of Guanajuato, Mexico, weren’t easy to leave behind, but she knew her children deserved better than what she could provide them there. So, she took a chance on a new life. This happened next.
We are fighting many battles now in the pork industry. From disease to animal rights extremists to misconceptions of what it’s like to work on a pig farm, I’m reminded of how much the people on the front line matter.
Well known bacon, hot dog and processed meat brand, Oscar Mayer is reportedly for sale for $3 to 5 billion.
Livestock feeders find solid profits as the summer grilling season begins. Beef and pork packers continue to struggle with negative margins.
Porcine deltacoronavirus emerged about a year after detection of PEDV. A study funded by the Swine Health Information Center is filling the gaps in current epidemiologic information regarding PDCoV post-introduction.
The impact of depopulation incidents on employee mental health can’t be discussed enough, says veterinarian Randy Jones.
A new private brand from Walmart has launched to provide a unique experience at still affordable prices.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 18,775 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $76.17, down $2.85 per head from last week.
USDA’s “Farm to Fork” is one way the pork industry can communicate with state and federal agencies about food safety concerns and help shape policies considered by various agencies. Here’s why NPPC prioritizes it.
As summer approaches, preparing the barn to be ready for seasonal heat should begin before the summer heat wave starts. Here are five things to consider:
When you become a livestock “show mom,” rest assured you’re going to experience your fair share of teachable moments. Here are five reasons why show moms deserve a little extra celebration.
Problem solving. Mock motions. Collaborative discussions. Clever debates. There’s a new opportunity for young pork enthusiasts coming to the 2024 World Pork Expo on June 5-6 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Summer Doty hasn’t saved anyone from a burning building or led an army into battle. She hasn’t jumped into the path of an oncoming train. Still, the work she does at Islercrest Farms is proof not all heroes wear capes.