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Regardless of the election outcome, Pro Farmer’s Jim Wiesemeyer and Farm Journal’s John Herath say there are potential positives and negatives for agriculture in either a Trump or Biden presidency. Here’s why.

Agricultural producers and professionals focused on livestock risk management are invited to a free webinar on livestock markets, price risk and risk management options available through USDA.

Pork exports continue to maintain a record pace in 2020, increasing 10% year-over-year in September. Beef exports were fairly steady with last year in major Asian markets, but trended lower overall.

On Nov. 9, more than 200 local meat and poultry processors in Iowa were awarded Meat Processing and Expansion Grants from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.

Putting biosecurity protocols in place can help reduce the risk of disease being transferred to not only livestock, but to humans as well.

Beyond Meat’s stock prices dropped rapidly this week when it became apparent the company would not meet investors’ or the company’s expectations for profitability anytime soon.

WeWork’s enforced vegetarianism is a warning to livestock producers.

One of the most deadly enemies in Texas – the wild pig – is sparking fear as threats of African swine fever hitting U.S. soil dance across the headlines.

When it comes to food, bacon is in a class of its own. As National Pork Board’s Jason Menke says, “Bacon is always there for us.” As the holiday approaches, consider giving one of these gifts honoring this favorite.