Pork
While the bill aims to curb childhood obesity, pork producers argue its definition of “ultra-processed” foods lacks scientific consensus and could mislead consumers.
Despite a historically weak yen, U.S. pork exports to Japan surged nearly 20% through May 2026, driven by rising convenience food demand and restricted competitor supply.
Is science-backed advocacy enough to protect farmers’ freedom to operate and ease generational transitions?
According to a new study, compliance costs from mandatory country-of-origin labeling would largely be passed to consumers, raising annual beef and pork prices by more than $1.1 billion.
Higher beef prices and grocery inflation are pushing the cost of a backyard barbecue higher in 2026.
As federal agencies weigh new guidelines, a joint study from Purdue and the University of Illinois reveals strong public support for ultra-processed food labeling and school-based restrictions, while taxing these products remains unpopular.
Although some offal shipments to Mexico have resumed, restrictions on product from Iowa and Texas remain in place and source verification requirements create obstacles for shipments from other states.
Pork industry leaders say demand remains strong heading into grilling season, driven by growing global protein consumption and resilient export markets, even as consumers face rising financial pressure and tighter household budgets.
The quarterly count shows inventories continue to rise as producers eke out profits at mid-year.
Yield loss in meat processing quietly drains margins. Learn where trim, deboning, and shift variance cost you most, and what to do about it.
New data from Kansas State University shows Americans still want more protein, but record financial pessimism is pushing consumers to seek value and rethink how they buy meat.
David Newman and Glynn Tonsor explain why the industry’s next great frontier isn’t better production — it’s building a consumer who values pork more.
Disease remains a major threat to pork production, and industry leaders warn the U.S. risks losing ground to global competitors without stronger controls. That’s where the new National Swine Health Strategy comes in.
PIC’s imaging technology is eliminating human variability to ensure the next generation of pigs meets the highest standards of taste and marbling.
While Latin American and Asian markets propel pork to new heights, beef exports face headwinds from trade impasses and market declines.
By investing in human nutrition research, the National Pork Board is combating misinformation and providing the data-backed evidence needed to position pork as a healthy, versatile choice for every life stage.
Jeff Schomburger will succeed Donnie King as Tyson Foods CEO in October as the company navigates rising cattle costs and supply challenges in its beef business.
At the USMEF Spring Conference, Ricardo Zúñiga highlights how industry voices protected the Central American trade floor — and what global risks could still dampen demand.
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.
Strong employees are not always strong managers, and the difference often comes down to whether they’ve been prepared to lead people, not just do the job.
From internal temperature secrets to creative recipe ideas, learn how to turn this versatile and affordable protein into the highlight of your next backyard barbecue.
The FDA is launching a new systematic process to monitor food additives, incorporating critical feedback from the National Pork Producers Council to prioritize scientific data over non-scientific factors.
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.
While restrictions on variety meats pose a temporary challenge, industry leaders are leaning on science and deep-rooted partnerships to maintain vital market access.
Thursday’s settlement limits what data Agri Stats can collect, and requires it to offer its data not only to meat processors, but also to meat buyers like grocery stores and restaurants.
Driven by record-setting demand in Mexico and a resurgence in key Asian markets, U.S. pork exports reached their highest March volume in five years.
While muscle cuts continue to move, Mexico implements precautionary restrictions on pork byproducts and offal following detections in Iowa and Texas.