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Hong Kong authorities on Thursday ordered the culling of around 5,600 pigs in a herd after the African swine fever (ASF) virus was discovered at a local pig farm.

With the expectation of a short beef supply in 2024, pork has an opportunity to pick up some of the share of retail sales. But, pork needs to find a way to hold on to these shares in the long term.

Although foreign animal disease may be more likely to enter the country with the animals themselves, feed – including soybeans and corn – also raise concern in the livestock industry. Here are three ways to lessen risk.

Swine practitioners consider many factors when implementing antibiotic regimens. DVM student Sarah Lutz says duration of therapy is also important. She studied how quickly Excede (CCFA) goes to work after a single dose.

The Canadian Pork Council says it’s critical that the government makes Bill C-234 law quickly. Here’s why Canadian pork producers are behind this legislation.

Rep. Thompson, chairman of the House Ag Committee, continues to express optimism about passing a new farm bill in December in the House of Representatives. But he says an extension of the current farm bill is needed.

Cattle feeding margins decline even as fed steers trade steady to higher for the week. Packer margins erode on weaker wholesale beef prices. Pork producer margins improve but remain underwater.

While Thanksgiving staples like turkey, green beans, gravy and stuffing will be common throughout the country, items such as cornbread, ham and macaroni and cheese are more likely to be a part of meals in the South.

Iowa State University linebacker Zach Lovett is joining in on Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing initiative encouraging Iowans to eat more pork.