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Very low non-farm unemployment rates can make finding hog farm employees more challenging.

As heat indices soar, how can you keep your livestock and pets safe during dangerous temperatures?

“You can’t take your foot off the pedal,” says Justine Smith of the University of Georgia. The explosive wild pig problem is escalating, and the public’s help is needed in reporting feral swine sightings.

Kids aren’t the only one learning valuable life lessons at stock shows – parents do, too. Veteran show mom Emily Spray gets real about comparison, navigating disappointment and keeping the big things big.

This critical role represents the interests of America’s farmers and ranchers and the U.S. government in trade talks with foreign nations by working to reduce trade barriers, opening new markets, and eliminating unfair trade practices.

Fairs provide an invaluable time to engage with the public about agriculture. But watch out for detractors attempting to sway public opinion and protest these events.

Bill Minton, DVM, says the goal of this event is to share on-farm experiences, research and market information to help inform customers and industry partners.