Hog Industry News
World Pork Expo attendees shared more about what they were looking forward to seeing, learning and doing at the 2024 event.
NPPC’s president, Lori Stevermer, along with Matt Gent, president of Iowa Pork Producers Association offer producer perspectives on policy, animal and consumer perceptions during World Pork Expo.
Boehringer Ingelheim and the University of Minnesota launched the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae Eradication Roadmap to equip veterinarians and producers with a resource to inform, prepare and guide them through eradication.
The #100kPorkChop competition launches this week to found out who has the best pork chop in the D.C. area. Pork producers from Virginia, Iowa, and North Carolina will be also be donating $100,000 to local food banks.
With 339 million Americans, how does the pork industry effectively and efficiently build demand for pork? The National Pork Board has new research and data to help target different demographics and generations.
The Illinois Pork Producers Association awarded $13,500 to nine students to help further their education.
USDA creates online decision tools to help livestock producers with determining qualified losses of animals and feed due to natural disasters.
Professor Dan Shike was appointed interim head for the Department of Animal Sciences (ANSC), part of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Iowa Select Farms announced the appointment of Nick McCulley as the company’s new president. He has a 22-year track record in the swine production industry.
Pork producers in Minnesota have two new resources to engage with as the Minnesota Pork Producers Association recently hired a sustainability outreach coordinator and a director of producer services.
Donated pork by Ohio pork producers will provide nutrient-rich protein for months of meals in the Toledo area, where community members face food insecurity.
Standard Nutrition Company announced the newly-formed Passel Farms and acquisition of Cactus Family Farms on May 21.
If there’s one thing Jesse Heimer took away from his Pork Leadership Institute experience, it’s that as a pork producer, he needs to better understand what’s going on at the grocery store. But that’s not all.
Lexi Ammann says she would not be where she is today without the opportunity she had to show a pig. It sparked a passion and drive to pursue a future in the commercial swine industry.
More states are passing legislation regarding lab-grown meat products, whether it be with a ban to sell the products or labeling requirements. Lawmakers acknowledge consumers’ concerns and their right to transparency.
New hires at Pharmgate and FeedworksUSA position companies for growth. dsm-firmenich shares its recent findings in mycotoxin survey.
Industry shares announcements about biogas monetization, swine webinars, and a new research and development center in the heart of the animal health corridor.
When you become a livestock “show mom,” rest assured you’re going to experience your fair share of teachable moments. Here are five reasons why show moms deserve a little extra celebration.
Kansas State University Department of Animal Sciences and Industry graduate student Katelyn Gaffield was recognized as a 2024 recipient of the Larry Corah Graduate Student Award, which includes a $1,500 scholarship.
Bacon was on everyone’s mind on Wednesday at the Illinois State Capital. Here’s why.
Here’s a round-up of new hires in the pork industry.
Here’s a round-up of recent headlines from state pork associations.
Hormel Foods Corporation announced that Jeff Grev, vice president of legislative affairs, will be retiring after a 40-year career with the company. Chad Randick will succeed Grev as vice president of legislative affairs.
Topigs Norsvin USA announces the appointment of Juan Carlos Pinilla, DVM, MS, as Director of Technical Services.
Christensen Farms, one of the largest family-owned pork producers in the U.S., released its 2023 Sustainability Report on April 22.
Paul Ayers, animal care manager at The Maschhoffs, has been named the 2024 Core Values Award winner for his outstanding commitment to the company.
Former North Carolina Pork Council CEO Andy Curliss will join the National Pork Producers Council as vice president of strategic engagement, effective April 22.
The National Pork Producers Council led agricultural organizations in urging the Biden administration’s Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to recommit to an aggressive trade agenda. Here’s why.
Alltech announced a new marketing structure designed to better serve both the company’s customers and the needs of its internal teams
More than 200 meat and poultry plants were recognized by The Meat Institute at the 2024 Environmental, Labor and Safety+ Conference in New Orleans for their positive environmental impact efforts.