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The Swine Health Information Center welcomed two new board members during their meeting held on July 29-30.

The classification would have boosted exports and reduced tariffs on goods from country that is rising supply chain alternative to China.

Growing up on a row crow and hog farm in Indiana, Breanna Lawyer learned early that optimism goes a long way in life.

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome is the most economically damaging illness for swine producers, causing $1.2 billion in annual production loss from 2016 to 2020.

Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 14,525 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $46.41, up $1.70 per head from last week.

This week marked three decades on air for “AgriTalk,” the nation’s first and only radio talk show focused entirely on agriculture and rural America.

Porcine circovirus associated disease presents a significant challenge to swine health and pork production globally.

Don’t rely on your eyesight alone, experts say when it comes to evaluating cleanliness on the farm. Although visual inspection is commonly used to assess farrowing rooms after cleaning and disinfection, visual inspection is often insufficient to confirm the absence of pathogens and reduce disease transmission risk.

Tyson Foods surpassed Wall Street expectations for third-quarter revenue and profit, indicating that demand was rebounding for its meat products, while lower grain prices reduced costs for animal feed.

Mounting financial losses, labor shortages, persistent health challenges and growing environmental concerns are weighing heavily on pork producers. This confluence of issues has created a perfect storm that demands innovative solutions and renewed perspectives.