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The net farm income story this year is far from over. Farmer Mac’s chief economist says history shows USDA’s initial look at net farm income is typically too low and this year may be no different.

Exports to China were monumental for the U.S. pork industry in 2020. Understandably, everyone wants to know how their pork industry recovery is coming along. Brett Stuart of Global AgriTrends shares his perspectives.

Economist Brett Stuart of Global AgriTrends forecasts 2021 pork exports down 2%, but on the back of the growth the industry saw in 2020, he says that’s still a pretty big victory. Here’s why.

As producers explore ways to decrease feed costs and improve efficiencies, it’s important to review health protocols to see if interventions are warranted, says Elise Toohill, DVM, of Carthage Veterinary Service Ltd.

Ohio State University scientists are looking for SARS-CoV-2 in animals and the environment.

Preparation is the best defense, especially when it comes to an animal activist attack. Although no one wants to imagine an animal activist infiltrating their farm, having a plan in place is a wise practice.

FADs are a constant threat to the livestock industry. The country is more tuned in to this struggle than ever before with the recent COVID-19 pandemic. National Pork Board’s Dave Pyburn and NCBA’s Ethan Lane discuss why.

Some people share cool facts about pigs or a picture of themselves holding a newborn piglet to celebrate National Pig Day on March 1. But Pennsylvania pig farmer Chris Hoffman may be kissing a pig.