Leadership
Being stuck is a normal situation people find themselves in. To get unstuck, Kacee Bohle suggests it starts by taking take a 360-degree evaluation of your reality.
Alltech will gather global thought leaders and innovators for an immersive exploration of the bold ideas shaping the future of agri-food.
Oftentimes the best thing we can do is take the time to listen. People don’t need your advice; they need your attention.
Winners will receive a $2,500 scholarship and an all-expenses paid trip to NPPC’s Fall Legislative Action Conference in Washington, D.C.
What is Minnesota Pork doing to grow the next generation of leaders in the pork industry?
By understanding what each generation values, companies can boost retention, satisfaction and engagement across employee groups, creating a workplace that meets the needs of today’s workforce while preparing for the future.
Although other agricultural industries are finding it challenging to engage Generation Z, the pork industry has a different story to tell. Seth Mitchell is proof that the pork industry is doubling down on developing young leaders.
Creating a culture that encourages employees to think, be creative, come up with new ideas, and steer away from over process drives this industry leader every day.
As I thought about my career, it struck me how often I’ve felt (and looked) like the only one like myself in the room. Lori Stevermer reminded of why that is a very good thing.
Whether she’s busy on the farm or speaking in front of the Senate on behalf of America’s pork producers, Lori Stevermer models speaking out and showing up for who and what you believe in.
Are you being honest with yourself? It’s time to set appropriate expectations and write them down on paper.
Pork industry CEOs open up about what they want pork producers to take away from their time in Orlando.
What we do with where we’re placed is up to us. Don’t doubt the cumulative power of the little things. I’ve seen them add up to make a big difference in the world.
Angela Baysinger was a ground-breaker and shattered the glass ceiling for so many, Anna Johnson said at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians annual meeting.
Meat industry entrepreneur and innovator Doug Hankes of Western Smokehouse Partners says calculated risks changed the trajectory of his life and family business.
Investing in employee development is just as important as investing in equipment. By building a skilled and engaged workforce, farmers can boost efficiency, retention, and long-term success.
For Lance Dunbar, there are many similarities between his career as director of production for Professional Swine Management and his role as a firefighter. It all comes down to doing the right thing even when it’s hard.
To combat misconceptions, we must build relationships. You can’t simply meet a legislator once and then expect them to take your side on labor policy, Proposition 12 or line speeds.
Among the secretary’s first public appearances since being confirmed last week, the fireside chat on Tuesday, Feb. 18, will cover key topics driving the future of agriculture.
Seth Mitchell will fill the vacancy created by retiring Al Juhnke.
Mackenzie Bressler will lead CPPA’s efforts to support California’s pork producers and strengthen the state’s pork industry.
What keeps a family farming operation going strong for more than 100 years?
Enthusiasm. Optimism. Energy. It’s not hard to see those three traits in the newly elected 2025 president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association.
Complacency happens to our operations when we decide we are simply too busy working in the business to work on the business.
One thing my dad taught me at an early age was that if I didn’t keep myself busy, he would. When you live on a farm, there is always something to do. Here’s a look at that lesson in life through my lens now.
Employee performance evaluations are essential for fostering growth, aligning goals, and addressing areas for improvement. What questions will you ask your employees in 2025?
Dig into these question-and-answer stories with five innovative minds in the U.S. pork industry. They share their thoughts on business strategies, lessons learned in their career and look ahead to future trends in the pork industry.
None of us operate in this industry as an island, and learning how to collaborate, communicate and exchange ideas respectfully are the skills needed to maintain good relationships that lead to success for all of us.
Grant funds will help enhance the American Royal’s agriculture education programs throughout 2025
There’s just something about women stepping up to encourage each other to achieve professional success.