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The zero-Covid strategy by the Chinese government is slowing their economy. In a rare admission, officials have lowered their GDP growth estimate, almost totally based on cities that aren’t working, especially ports.

Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was below average this past week, with 8,029 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $72.85, up $2.63 per head from last week.

Diesel prices hit $5.58 a gallon on Friday, smashing another record. With NOAA predicting an above-normal hurricane season, it could introduce more trouble for already short diesel supplies.

Feed costs are seeing volatile swings, even as hog prices trend higher. While the markets produce major whiplash for producers, margins on the farm show costs are increasing faster than returns.

Dynamic markets. Volatility. Russia-Ukraine war. High feed costs. Consumer demand strength. The issues affecting the pork outlook go on and on. Five economists share what’s ahead for the second half of 2022.

Two of the most critical challenges facing pork producers are herd health and labor shortages. Unless solutions to these complex issues can be found and implemented, producers will struggle to maintain profitability.

Here’s a sneak peek of why you don’t want to miss one minute of PORK Week. Starting on Monday, June 6, through Sunday, June 12, we’ll be honoring pork producers and celebrating industry advancements.

Some leaders are transformational. Others are strategic. Some are more traditional. Or at least that’s what the books say. NPPC’s new CEO Bryan Humphreys admits he doesn’t fit under any of those categories.

Maybe you’ve seen him speak at a state meeting, or maybe you’ve listened to him on a webinar. NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys is certainly no stranger to the industry, but here are five things you may not know about him.

Less than 50% of the continental U.S. is in moderate drought for the first time since November, but with another drought record still running strong, forecasts show drought could grow over the summer months.