Hog Industry News
Make plans to attend the swine educational conference in conjunction with social events sponsored by Illinois Pork Producers in August.
JBS global CEO says the impact on JBS operations from the global tariff war have been “insignificant” so far, with a nearly 78% annual increase in net profit driven by its poultry and pork businesses in Brazil and the U.S.
The $95-million expansion includes construction and new processing equipment, and is expected to create 100 new jobs.
Pork industry veteran joined the Swine Health Information Center as grant and contract administrator on April 22.
Beef export value was the highest since June, while Latin American markets again fueled pork export growth. March exports of lamb muscle cuts were the largest in more than five years.
Cuts typically used in trimmings are helping maximize the whole carcass.
A British Veterinary Association survey found 75% of veterinarians are concerned about the negative impacts of farrowing crates on animal welfare, resulting in a recommendation to phase out crates over a 15-year period.
Updated equipment provides students with real-world learning opportunities while offering local consumers a variety of popular meat products.
What is Minnesota Pork doing to grow the next generation of leaders in the pork industry?
A new study asks a deceptively simple question: what is the best way to feed artificially reared pigs? The answer has implications not just for ag, but for biomedical research where pigs are used to study human medicine.
According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, agriculture specialists assigned to the bridge seized a total of 112.86 kgs of chorizo, 3.81 kgs of pork sausage, 1.40 kgs of blood sausage. A $1,000 civil penalty was issued.
Eckrich sausage brand launches new campaign and Topigs Norsvin Canada has new managing director.
The court ruled the EPA’s decision was not “arbitrary, capricious, or contrary to law.”
John Block shares an insider’s perspective on the challenges faced by farmers and policymakers alike.
The pork buyers’ attorneys on Tuesday in a court filing asked U.S. District Judge John Tunheim in Minnesota to preliminarily approve the three new settlements in the class action.
Neogen CEO expects Kersia’s prioritization of investment and growth in the biosecurity market will benefit the business and provide sharpened strategic focus to maximize its potential for continued growth.
Publication helps producers evaluate feed uniformity and identify ingredients that may affect herd outcomes.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average with 25,080 head reported.
The new study, which is expected to get underway later this spring, is a twist on the quest for animal-to-human organ transplants. Researchers won’t transplant the pig liver but will attach it externally to study participants.
Africa trade seminar matches U.S. exporters with buyers from 12 countries.
The U.S. listing, which has been in the works for years, would provide access to a broader pool of investors and possibly aid JBS in raising its valuation closer to its industry peers.
A familiar name in the U.S. pork industry was among the appointees selected to implement President Trump’s America First agenda at USDA to ensure the needs of America’s farmers, ranchers and producers remain a top priority.
In the lawsuit, Compeer Financial claims that because of what it calls “the long-running fraud” perpetrated by the defendant companies, they cannot be trusted to operate their businesses and protect their assets.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this inaugural competition at the Iowa State University James D. McKean Swine Disease Conference.
February pork exports totaled 241,179 metric tons (mt), down 4% from the large year-ago volume, while value fell 2% to $671.5 million.
After serving the National Pork Board for nearly nine years, Bill Even plans to return to his family’s South Dakota farming operation.
U.S. District Judge John Tunheim mostly rejected efforts by leading pork processors to knock out the allegations before any trial.
Flavor and product developments highlight brands’ innovation in the pork category.
The Power of Meat report released on March 24 reveals some major wins for the livestock and poultry industry.
Here’s a quick look at awards achieved and opportunities afforded in the U.S. pork industry.