Hog Industry News
More than 400 pig farmers, lawmakers, ag industry leaders and dignitaries gathered in downtown Indianapolis for an evening of elegance and celebration.
The closure of the Springfield, Mass., pork plant will affect approximately 190 employees as production shifts to other facilities.
A man of remarkable intellect, John Eggert will be remembered most for his character and integrity.
From Clemens Food Group’s planned series of senior leadership transitions to dsm-firmenich’s data collaboration with Kynetec, here is a round-up of industry news.
Celebrating the people behind Ohio Pork’s progress and momentum, these awards recognize the hard work and ongoing commitment they have shown to make the pork industry better every day.
The H5N1 Risk to Swine Research Program is accepting proposals. The Iowa Pork Producers Association unveils its latest lineup of producer events.
Global agriculture leaders ADM and Alltech have joined forces to deliver science-backed nutrition across North America.
Working for the National Pork Board was not about money or fame or checking a box for Patrick Fleming. It was about serving an industry he truly admired and cared about. It was personal.
Dean Frazer of Conrad, Iowa, opens up about why he’s stepping up to the challenge of leading the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
Here’s a round-up of new product news and mergers in the pork industry.
The new class includes 19 individuals from across the country in an effort to cultivate leaders who will champion the industry and advocate for its continued success.
Smithfield has secured rights to sell and market the iconic hot dog brand into perpetuity. How will this impact U.S. pork and beef producers?
The National Pork Producers Council supports quick passage of a new farm bill that fixes the problems caused by Proposition 12 and continues to advocate for the year-round needs for labor in the pork industry.
Dean Frazer has been named president of Iowa’s largest state organization representing pork producers.
Here’s a look at some of the latest headlines from the pork industry.
The AirStorm Pro fan line with Omni-EC Direct Drive Technology is available in a retrofit kit.
With the retirement of two of its key leaders, USDA APHIS announces the faces who will take on those positions.
The case alleges a years-long conspiracy among leading meat processors to keep wages low.
South Dakota Pork Producers Council announces executive director vacancy.
After serving as an international trade intern, Molly O’Connor returns to NPPC with more than a decade of experience in federal government relations and food and agriculture policy.
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins joins others in fighting food insecurity one ham at a time.
Here’s a look at the producer leaders ranked by peers across the nation and recently selected by USDA.
From the creation of the Beef Center of Excellence to improvements at the Oklahoma State University Swine Research and Education Center, OSU is serious about moving the needle in programs impacting animal health.
Although some fans were less than impressed by the game’s final score, what followed the Big 10 football championship game had many pork producers smiling.
Circumvent CL, a ready-to-use vaccine protecting pigs against porcine circovirus types 2a and 2d and Lawsonia intracellularis, is a new addition to Merck Animal Health’s swine portfolio for pigs three weeks of age and older.
Establishments using a U.S.-origin claim on FSIS-regulated products will need to provide access to documentation demonstrating how the product meets regulatory criteria. FSIS also updated guidelines for label approval.
More than 225 exhibitors, a strong educational program, and two days of networking await pork producers at the Iowa Pork Congress.
With a record number of 18 breakout sessions and a keynote by sought-after consumer economist Leo Feler, the 2026 Ohio Pork Congress will be the most expansive ever, says Cheryl Day, Ohio Pork Council executive vice president.
Although the U.S. red meat brand has great meaning around the world, Jay Theiler says the livestock industry can’t take this for granted and must continue to invest in international marketing, especially as global competitors increase their quality to compete with the U.S.
More than 30 producers came together to make this acquisition possible and demonstrate what’s achievable when people unite around a common goal.