Exports of U.S. corn, distiller’s dried grains with solubles (DDGS) and the corn equivalent of meat products to the five countries totaled nearly 520,000 metric tons in 2016/2017.
As they gathered in the bleachers to listen to industry leaders and experts share their knowledge about the swine industry, I couldn’t help but think these are the most important faces of our industry.
One of the biggest challenges for farmers today is finding and keeping good help. Farms need sophisticated, engaged, dedicated and hard-working employees.
A recent study says pesticide levels in organically grown foods is equal to conventionally grown foods. Yes, consumers are paying more for organic foods that still use pesticides. But that won't change their minds.
The jury verdict against a hog farm last week sent reverberations throughout the pork industry. It was the first of several pending lawsuits in North Carolina, and it set a dangerous and uncomfortable precedent.
Farm Journal's PORK Editor Jennifer Shike says we need to take advantage of opportunities to educate and expose young people to the most noble and rewarding industry around.
Launch of the Green New Deal was derailed by "farting cows" headlines, which may have created more long-term damage to your business than the proposed environmental plan.
