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Five leading economists weigh in on how disease, trade and the “income effect” will shape a pivotal year for the U.S. pork industry.

New data from Kansas State University shows Americans still want more protein, but record financial pessimism is pushing consumers to seek value and rethink how they buy meat.

When you consider that today’s purchased weaner would be sold in December 2026 using December 2026 futures, the weaner breakeven was $27.21, down $9.42 for the week, and $25.08 below the average cash price for the week of $52.29.

David Newman and Glynn Tonsor explain why the industry’s next great frontier isn’t better production — it’s building a consumer who values pork more.

Models can’t yet tell you exactly when New World screwworm will reach your area. Cattle movements, weather and reporting will decide how far — and how fast — it goes.

The words spoken around the table can open the door to healing, hope and the courage to ask for help when it matters most.

The USDA strike team uses dispersal by air and vehicle along with ground release chambers to keep the devastating flesh‑eating pest from gaining a foothold in U.S. livestock and wildlife.

By utilizing the top 1% of genetic performers, artificial insemination allows farmers to increase food production while optimizing resource management and reducing their footprint.

From record-shattering export growth to the sudden trade fallout of a PRV detection, five economists analyze the unexpected trends shaping the 2026 pork market.