Hogs - General
With congressional recesses approaching in August and October, agricultural leaders are pushing for a reconciled bill that addresses both partisan demands and critical livestock protections.
A personal look at the people, innovation, and unexpected highlights that made World Pork Expo 2026 a week to remember.
USMCA is essential for securing multi-billion dollar trade relationships and maintaining the cross-border collaboration necessary to combat foreign animal diseases.
How to spot — and stop — toxic behaviors poisoning your business.
Manure is often a major headache, but new systems are turning waste into “liquid gold” and clean water to boost pork producers’ bottom line and solve storage challenges.
NPPC leaders at World Pork Expo detail how proactive engagement and science-based policy work secure critical legislative wins and regulatory relief for the pork industry.
As livestock producers face unprecedented stressors, industry experts are reframing mental health as a critical component of farm safety and long-term operational success.
From understanding the fight-or-flight response to the “Take Five” safety pause, discover how calm handling and proper preparation protect both caretakers and animals.
A $40 million initiative creates a sustainable, “cost-plus” domestic market for American livestock producers that will deliver 3 billion protein-rich meals every year.
Inspired by her father’s resilience in the 1980s, Angie Traetow shares why farmers must trade distractions for deliberate planning.
Don’t let your dedication put you in danger. Learn how to spot the silent signs of heat stress and protect your team from the summer’s deadliest hazard.
Company cites ‘continued uncertainty’ as the reason for the May 20 lockout in Fort Morgan, stressing that the $33.4 million contract offer remains fair and competitive.
A new study confirms that international red meat demand accounted for over 600 million bushels of grain usage in 2025, significantly increasing the per-bushel value for American corn and soybean farmers.
The U.S. House approved legislation to allow year-round sales of E15 gasoline nationwide, aiming to lower fuel prices while facing pushback over potential refinery costs and the impact on the national debt.
By moving key support functions to Iowa and Georgia, the agency seeks to better align its scientific and administrative resources with the rural communities they serve.
Praise God for the goodness that being a farmer is — not because it is easy and not because it is always profitable, but because it gives us the eyes to see that an ordinary Tuesday can be the best day we have ever asked for.
University of Kentucky researchers investigate how modern genetics are outpacing biological limits, leading to growth challenges in the swine industry.
Texas A&M veterinarians document the first cases of ractopamine toxicity in canines, emphasizing the need for rapid treatment and specialized cardiac care.
The new Helical-powered platform centralizes genetic data and predictive tools to enhance breeding accuracy and meat quality.
Rusagro has shuttered three pig farms in the Belgorod region due to security risks, resulting in a decline in quarterly pork production.
The Meat Institute’s latest brief empowers U.S. producers to replace generic global averages with precise, peer-reviewed data that reflects modern efficiency.
How combining vision, creativity and technology can fuel the entrepreneurial drive.
“This is one of the saddest things I’ve seen in American agriculture in my lifetime,” says Bill Peter. “It ends with glass and metal covering millions of acres.”
Smithfield innovates new bratwurst flavors just in time for the summer grilling season.
Costco’s viral “I Got That Dog in Me” bourbon has sparked a hot dog frenzy, commanding resale prices of up to $1,000.
When market pressures mount, “toughing it out” can feel like the only option—but it might be your biggest risk.
When the daily demands of an operation become overwhelming, long-term strategy is often the first thing to go. But what if hard times are actually the best time to grow?