Hogs - General
February pork exports equated to 27.5% of total pork production.
Undersecretary for USDA’s Marketing and Regulatory Programs Edward Avalos announced last week that USDA is kicking off a national effort to reduce the devastating damage caused by feral, or free ranging, swine.
Highlights of USDA’s Weekly Export Sales Report.
Report expected to show steep drop in hog weight breakdowns from year-ago levels.
A total of 5,017 cases have been reported in 27 states.
Report showed All Hogs & Pigs above traders’ expectations.
Idaho farmers, ranchers and producers say they’re happy with the outcome of the 2014 Legislature.
But restaurant owners are optimistic as spring begins.
Legislation aimed at criminalizing undercover filming or photographing of farm animal operations advanced to the Kentucky Senate on Tuesday with the backing of the state’s most influential farm organization.
Arizona reports its first confirmed case of PEDV.
Chip Flory and Brian Grete discuss the risks involved with record live cattle and lean hog futures.
NAHLN says 296 new cases of PEDV were confirmed the week ending March 9.
Says PEDV a story of the “haves” and “have-nots.”
Dramatic increases in propane costs have many pork producers wondering if it’s more profitable to turn down the thermostat.
A total of 252 new cases of PEDV reported in the latest week.
Text highlights from USDA’s March 2014 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
Beef and pork exports start 2014 above year-ago levels.
Believes markets have factored in a 7% to 10% decline in slaughter.
Due to the cold harsh winter and recent heavy rains and snow melt, livestock producers should keep a close watch on manure storage structures and pumping equipment.
Says PEDV has not “hit an excessive number of farms.”
Steady global economic growth to provide foundation for strong crop demand.
An agricultural bill that opponents warn would undermine Indiana residents’ legal challenges against large livestock farms is moving closer to passage in the General Assembly.
Total cases since start of outbreak rises to 3,528.
Containment is key to treating the virus.
Says pork and beef are gaining due to concerns about bird flu.
Included in the story are three videos Pro Farmer’s Chip Flory took part in.
What are some things that we should be thinking about to help make ourselves more productive and prepared for the upcoming year?
Hard freeze warnings are in effect for areas of Texas & Gulf Coast.