Hog Production
New insights into digestible mineral requirements suggest that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to calcium and phosphorus may be limiting sow longevity and performance.
Most people go to school board meetings to plead for more funding. Illinois pig farmer Josh Maschhoff went to show them how they’re losing it. Here’s why one farmer drove 300 miles to try to put a nutrient-dense protein back on the menu in Chicago Public Schools.
The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision, ensuring agricultural organizations can raise their own legal arguments and defend farming practices against more stringent nutrient regulations in the Maumee River Watershed.
While the technical tools for disease control exist, the real power to defeat endemic viruses lies in the daily, disciplined decisions made on the farm and a commitment to industry-wide collaboration.
Science, politics and trade are shifting rapidly. NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys urges producers to leverage public trust and collective action to overcome emerging challenges.
U.S. pork exports began the year with strong momentum in January, achieving a 3% increase in volume and a 4% rise in value to $692.1 million.
Precision Livestock Farming is shifting swine management from subjective assessments to data-driven accuracy, offering new ways to detect disease early and automate labor-intensive tasks. Here are three emerging technologies to consider.
PIC’s Dan Hamilton shares his raw, inspiring story of losing his wife during childbirth and how the resilience of the agricultural community helped him find hope again.
Biosecurity doesn’t stop at the barn door—the feed your pigs consume daily represents a critical, yet often under-recognized, pathway for pathogen introduction.
NPPC is calling on Congress to deliver the certainty of “Farm Bill 2.0,” emphasizing that a federal solution is an expectation, not just a request. Discover how this legislation aims to fix the costly “patchwork” of state regulations and ensure that affordable pork remains a staple for American families.
Although the swine industry has largely learned to live with endemic influenza, Andrew Bowman warns that passive acceptance is a costly mistake. Discover why he believes shifting from management to elimination is “not rocket science” and which three core strategies can break the cycle for good.
Focused on protecting the freedom to operate for the next generation, Rob Brenneman brings a high dose of energy to his new role as NPPC president. Here’s how he plans to bridge the gap between Washington policy and farm-level reality.
New research reveals that continuous camera monitoring combined with targeted feedback can reduce biosecurity violations by more than 70% on commercial sow farms. How can this data-driven shift from reactive audits to proactive surveillance provide a high-return investment for your operation?
As global protein markets evolve, U.S. producers face a shifting landscape of technology breakthroughs and complex regulatory challenges. How will international adoption and consumer perception either disrupt or drive the future of the pork industry?
National Pork Board President Gordon Spronk is calling for a radical shift in the industry’s mindset, urging producers to prioritize consumer desires over traditional production goals.
From school lunch victories to disease elimination, National Pork Board and National Pork Producers Council leaders detail the collaborative strategies transforming the industry’s future.
A pork industry panel delves into the latest updates on the National Swine Health Strategy at the 2026 National Pork Industry Forum. Here are some of the takeaways.
Expert warns that the U.S. represents a geographic region susceptible to the introduction of JEV. Discover the critical clinical signs to monitor.
Ohio pig farmer Duane Stateler reflects on his year as president and the family legacy that drives his passion for the industry.
Get an inside look at the hot topics veterinarians are discussing at the 2026 American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.
With antibiotic resistance on the rise, a recent study highlights how health-focused direct-fed microbials can significantly reduce mortality and intestinal colonization in pigs challenged with F18+ E. coli.
Armed with a background in applied science and facility management, Katie Brown is focused on strengthening trust between producers and decision-makers.
From AI-driven “social networks” to digital phenotyping, discover the high-tech tools redefining the future of pork production. In an age of algorithms, learn why curiosity and resilience are the ultimate keys to a producer’s success.
Industry experts unveil a bold 11-step road map to finally achieve a world without PRRS. By applying hard-won lessons from the eradication of pseudorabies, this strategy challenges the industry to overcome its “belief gap” and secure a healthier future for the national herd.
New oral therapies combine targeted antibiotics with anti-inflammatory agents to improve swine health.
Despite facing 35 mph wind gusts and rural water-supply challenges, multiple fire departments worked for hours to contain the blaze and prevent further spread of a major fire near London, Ohio.
House Bill 1118 paves the way for improved operational efficiency and real-world solutions for the region’s pork industry by providing graduate and undergraduate students with increased hands-on learning and “birth-to-market” research opportunities.
Strike the right balance between airflow and heat to maintain air quality without driving unnecessary energy costs during the colder months of the year.
From real-time barn monitoring to solar-powered pickups, Dale Stevermer is proving that what’s good for the planet is also good for the bottom line.
Industry experts share critical tips for maintaining barn infrastructure and pig health during severe winter weather. These strategies help producers manage ventilation, prevent transport stress and maintain biosecurity.