National Pork Producers Council - NPPC
After a nearly $900 billion surge in growth over the past year, the U.S. food and agriculture industry continues to serve as a primary engine for national commerce, trade and local economic stability across every state, a new study shows.
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Here’s a look at the winners of the Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship, the Neil Dierks Scholarship, and the U.S. Pork Center of Excellence Swine Legacy Scholarship.
As the high-stakes July review approaches, agriculture and business groups call for a long-term renewal of the USMCA to ensure market predictability and protect billions in U.S. exports.
Science, politics and trade are shifting rapidly. NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys urges producers to leverage public trust and collective action to overcome emerging challenges.
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.
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.
Meet the newest members and returning members of one of the pork industry’s most influential organizations.
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.
John Parker’s lasting impact on the U.S. pork industry and Virginia’s agricultural community was honored during the National Pork Industry Forum.
The National Pork Producers Council inducted Ken and Julie Maschhoff and Sam Carney into the NPPC Hall of Fame during the 2026 National Pork Industry Forum.
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.
Pork producers are among many praising the passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 through the House Committee on Agriculture. Supporters say its provisions will move the needle for farmers, ranchers and rural Americans across the country.
Ohio pig farmer Duane Stateler reflects on his year as president and the family legacy that drives his passion for the industry.
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.
The pork industry is securing its future by turning passionate graduates into high-impact leaders through an innovative, three-part rotational immersion program. Read the full story to see how these rising stars are building the “village” of support needed to tackle agriculture’s biggest challenges.
Minnesota Pork Board recognizes the Terry and Sylvia Wolters Family as this year’s Family of the Year award recipient.
New trade agreement with Taiwan eliminates barriers and expands market access for U.S. beef and pork exports.
To combat the devastating economic impact of domestic diseases like PRRSV, the pork industry is developing a collaborative, producer-led strategy to focus on industry-wide swine health.
The new class includes 19 individuals from across the country in an effort to cultivate leaders who will champion the industry and advocate for its continued success.
The Waters Advocacy Coalition says new definitions provide much-needed clarity and transparency while better preserving the states’ primary role in regulating water resources and land use within their boundaries.
The National Pork Producers Council supports quick passage of a new farm bill that fixes the problems caused by Proposition 12 and continues to advocate for the year-round needs for labor in the pork industry.
After serving as an international trade intern, Molly O’Connor returns to NPPC with more than a decade of experience in federal government relations and food and agriculture policy.
China’s failure to meet its Phase One Agreement commitments has limited U.S. agricultural exports to the Asian nation over the past five years, National Pork Producers Council says.
In comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, NPPC listed 22 countries and the European Union as having varying tariff and/or non-tariff barriers limiting U.S. pork exports.
President Trump and President Xi Jinping of China reached a trade and economic deal that includes suspending retaliatory tariffs set in March.
This endowed scholarship program will award three $5,000 scholarships annually, two to undergraduate students and one to a graduate or professional track student. The program is expected to continue for the next 40 years.
Pork products offer incredible nutritional value, yet they are at risk of being labeled as an “ultra-processed food,” while other foods lacking nutritional value, may evade the classification.
As PORKtober kicks off, it’s easy to get lost in the noise of fall. Between harvest, school activities and preparing for winter, there are a lot of things on everyone’s to-do list. Here are three messages you need to hear this month.
Extraterritoriality, specifically addressed by the country’s founders in the U.S. Constitution, is driving up costs for farmers and prices for consumers, NPPC says.