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Bringing pork industry leaders from across the U.S., Farm Journal’s PORK caught up with visitors at World Pork Expo to find out the best piece of advice they’ve heard lately.
Reasonable public policy that preserves producers’ freedom to operate, ensures healthy animals, provides access to a reliable pipeline of workers and expands markets for pork products is needed for a sustainable future.
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) announced the culmination of a strategic planning and repositioning effort to drive momentum in shaping the future for the next generation of pork producers.
Some leaders are transformational. Others are strategic. Some are more traditional. Or at least that’s what the books say. NPPC’s new CEO Bryan Humphreys admits he doesn’t fit under any of those categories.
Maybe you’ve seen him speak at a state meeting, or maybe you’ve listened to him on a webinar. NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys is certainly no stranger to the industry, but here are five things you may not know about him.
The National Pork Producers Council is submitting comments on the EPA’s toxicological review of formaldehyde, which is used to prevent Salmonella infections in pigs and as a disinfectant, among other things.
The NPPC applaudes the decision by the Securities and Exchange Commission to extend the comment period on its reporting requirements proposal on climate change-related information.
Three U.S. pork producers share why they’ll be heading to the World Pork Expo this June.
A proposed Clean Water Act regulation that could affect millions of acres of farmland is moving forward. Still, SCOTUS will hear a case that will clarify what CWA covers, likely sending it back to the drawing board.
World Pork Expo attendees can choose from 10 free seminars at this summer’s Expo, June 8 to 10.
“We need action now,” National Pork Producers Council president and Minnesota pig farmer Terry Wolters urges legislative leaders during NPPC’s Legislative Action Conference in Washington DC.
Precedent-setting mandates are coming at ag from all angles, undermining freedom of farmers. These regulations aren’t based on science. They aren’t based on experience. Many argue they aren’t based on a shred of truth.
In an industry traditionally dominated by men, Deborah Johnson stood out in the crowd when she became the North Carolina Pork Council’s first female state executive in 2005.
NFL football legend and broadcaster Joe Theismann greeted pork producers during a keynote at the National Pork Industry Forum. Farm Journal’s PORK sat down with Theismann to get his take on pork, football and goals.
The National Pork Producers Council installed new officers and elected members to its board of directors at its annual business meeting during the National Pork Industry Forum. Here’s a look at your new industry leaders.
When delegates weren’t voting on new leadership or discussing resolutions, National Pork Industry Forum attendees heard from a variety of speakers. Here are a few of our favorite things we overheard at Forum.
At Pork Forum, delegates approved a change in the mandatory Pork Checkoff rate from $0.40/$100 value per live animal to $0.35/$100 effective Jan.1, 2023. It passed with 94% of shares voting in favor.
Although the topics discussed weren’t all fun and lighthearted at the National Pork Industry Forum, being united in purpose and together in person was exactly what many producers and industry staff said they needed.
Three pig farmers share the issues that are top of their mind heading into this important week in the pork industry at the National Pork Industry Forum in Louisville, Ky.
“Agriculture is one of the key solutions in a more carbon positive future,” says Mitchell Hora.
Montana native who grew up on the family’s farrow-to-finish swine operation, Dr. Anna Forseth will serve as NPPC’s new director of animal health.
The National Pork Producers Council urges the Biden administration to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The benefits to U.S. exports would be significant, says NPPC’s Maria Zieba.
Iowa counties with organized and active local pork groups were recognized at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress for their efforts in 2021 to grow membership and increase local activities.
The 2022 World Pork Expo announces its date and opportunities for producers to network, attend educational seminars and visit the world’s largest pork trade show.
Labor issues related to transportation of pigs have many Iowa pork producers concerned about the availability of truck drivers to keep pigs moving through the supply chain. Here’s the resolutions IPPA delegates passed.
U.S. pork producers can now export sausage and similar products to Nigeria. On Jan. 12, the country located on the western coast of Africa, announced it is partially opening its market to U.S. pork.
For as long as there have been animals, there has been Salmonella. It’s an evolving problem. Here’s why industry leaders are tuning into USDA’s effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products.
The National Pork Producers Council and the National Pork Board have kicked off the 2022 class of Pork Leadership Institute, a jointly funded and organized training curriculum designed to develop future leaders.
Pork prices, not industry profits, are rising. Economists reveal that prices are rising due to increased transportation costs, supply bottlenecks and delays and increased labor costs throughout the pork chain.
We can’t think of a more fitting way to honor NPPC CEO Neil Dierks, one of the greatest leaders of all time in the industry, than with reflections from friends and colleagues as he prepares to retire later this month.