Hog Industry News
Here’s a look at who won awards and achieved Master Pork Producer designation at the 2025 Iowa Pork Congress.
Mycotoxins, natural substances produced by molds and fungi, are more prevalent — and more of a problem in agriculture — than ever before.
Updates from nutrition, genetics and equipment companies serving the livestock industry.
The Iowa Pork Producers Association passed three resolutions at its 2025 annual meeting in Des Moines. Here are the big topics on Iowa producers’ minds.
Enthusiasm. Optimism. Energy. It’s not hard to see those three traits in the newly elected 2025 president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
There’s a certain lure to stepping out onto the trade show floor and looking up and down the lines of booths and vendors. The nearly 250 exhibitors at the 2025 Iowa Pork Congress didn’t disappoint.
The competition, held on Jan, 20, 2025, at the Iowa Events Center, marked the end of a cherished tradition that has celebrated the creativity of professional chefs and the versatility of pork for nearly four decades.
One recipient is a dual-degree veterinary student at the University of Minnesota, pursuing both a doctorate in veterinary medicine and a doctorate in population medicine.
The U.S. IPO market is set for a historic week ahead.
The MetaFarms/SwineTech partnership, driven by customer demand, is the first of its kind, the companies say.
Here’s a round-up of industry news.
Novus International, Inc. and Resilient Biotics are working to create a novel feed solution that supports immune health and helps reduce the risk of respiratory challenges in pigs.
No one questions the value Iowa’s pig farmers bring to the state’s economy, but a new study confirms it.
With growing tourism in Roatán and Honduras, USMEF conducted seminars to help chefs pair local ingredients with U.S. red meat.
The 2025 class includes 17 exceptional individuals from across the country who have been selected to join the program, representing a diverse group of leaders poised to drive innovation and advocacy within the pork sector.
Register now for conference covering profitability and insights into pork demand, economics and productivity in the pork industry.
With a record of outstanding service in teaching, research, outreach and institutional service, Holtkamp is a recognized international thought leader on the importance of and control of infectious diseases, especially those important to the swine industry.
Event features swine health, economics, product innovation, and more.
With a new presidential administration set to take over leadership this month, USMEF sees opportunities with current and new trade partners.
Comment period is open for the public to review the new draft guidelines for labeling plant-based alternative foods.
Smithfield Foods, Inc. has publicly filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to sell shares of its common stock in an underwritten initial public offering.
A semi-truck with a trailer suddenly burst into flames, causing the side of the trailer to split open, while traveling down Interstate 29 near Oxbow, N.D.
The three big pathogens, E. coli, Listeria and Salmonella, have been responsible for those recalls.
Jason Pooley won the 2024 Farm Journal’s PORK Best Beards Contest, praised for his well-groomed, bold beard and mustache.
Perry Mayor Dick Cavanaugh told a local radio station that there are still negotiations ongoing between Tyson Foods and potential buyers.
Find out who will be speaking at North America’s largest winter swine trade show with thousands of attendees, hundreds of vendors and multiple educational sessions.
Micah Render, chair of the Indiana Pork youth committee, says Indiana Pork is optimistic about inspiring the next generation of leaders who will carry Indiana’s pork production forward.
Third living person to be given a gene-edited pig organ is recovering well after surgery.
The World Food Championships in Indianapolis, Ind., attracts thousands of competitors and food lovers from around the globe.
Ralph’s Packing Company of Perkins, Okla., is recalling approximately 3,132 lb. of ready-to-eat pork and beef bologna products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.