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A new year brings new opportunities. But no one can deny 2024 will bring its share of challenges for pork producers. Economists encourage pork producers to consider these four important questions.

The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing initiative with Iowa State football players was named the Best NIL Deal of 2023 by Street and Smith’s Sports Business Journal.

“Schillinger Farms is Prop 12 compliant in California.” Messages like this are popping up on social media as show pig producers who’ve become Proposition 12 certified prepare to sell show pigs in California in 2024.

As we close 2023, it is a poignant moment to reflect on our achievements and ongoing efforts to forge a strategic path for the U.S. pork industry amid a complex policy landscape and ever-evolving global dynamics.

As winter approaches, the challenges associated with the application of manure become more pronounced. Adopting best practices that maximize nutrient utilization and safeguard our water resources is crucial.

Both dynamic and resilient, the animal protein sector is likely heading into another challenging year. However, it’s important to identify potential opportunities that could help your operation survive or even thrive.

Pig farmers needed thick skin in 2023. There is no sugar coating it – 2023 was not fun. Losses were severe and red ink forecasts remain till this coming summer. As the saying goes, with challenges comes opportunity.

A federal judge rules in favor of FSIS in a legal battle, saying, “Simply because Plaintiffs disagree...based on animal welfare concerns does not make Defendants’ adopting of the Final Rule arbitrary and capricious.”

Chinese animal feed and hog producer New Hope Liuhe plans to raise $589.13 million by selling majority stakes in two of its units, as it seeks to replenish capital after months of losses from pig farming.

The country’s top pork producers convened at the National Pork Producers Council’s annual Pork Action Group (PAG) meeting in Marco Island, Fla., on Dec. 13-15.