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The pandemic has a long-lasting impact on managing talent, and the return to the “normal” workplace environment will pose new challenges, as well as opportunities, AgCareers.com says.

Smithfield Foods, Inc. appointed Shane Smith, a veteran of the company, as president and CEO. Smith will succeed Dennis Organ, who is stepping down for personal reasons after serving in that role for less than a year.

As part of #PORKWeek21, lawmakers joined AgriTalk to discuss the USDA’s recent decision not to appeal a decision to remove the provision allowing for faster line speeds at pork processing plants.

Labor ranks as one of the top issues facing U.S. pork producers, says Kerry Scott, program manager for másLabor. At the 2021 World Pork Expo, he shared programs that may help producers get the help they need.

Swine are a great vehicle to improve food security for families in rural areas in the U.S. and in the developing world since they are efficient, adaptable and prolific, says up and coming leader Josue Chinchilla-Vargas.

You spend time implementing best management practices on your farm – shouldn’t you do the same for your succession plan?

How does a good welfare program allow for continuous improvement to promote outstanding animal husbandry and provide quality care for animals? Carissa Odland, DVM, says it comes down to training, tools and tracking.

Although he’s grateful technology allowed education to continue during the pandemic, Chad Carr, a professor at the University of Florida, says he can’t wait to see students gather again to participate on judging teams.

The 33rd World Pork Expo drew in more than 10,000 people for the pork industry’s most anticipated event of the year. Find out what people thought and check out these scenes from the show.

Meet Julia Holen, an up and coming voice of the pork industry who’s passionate about swine nutrition and assisting commercial producers with practical strategies to optimize sow performance and piglet survival.