PORK Week
From collaborative partnerships to leveraging international market expansion, five pork business leaders say the opportunities are as big as they’ve ever been for the U.S. pork industry. Here’s why.
No one would argue there’s a lot for producers to wade through right now. It can be hard to discern where to put your focus first with so many things trying to catch your attention.
Not only does the U.S. pork industry need to make a product consumers demand, but it needs to expand who it is reaching with our product. Here’s a look at 5 ways the pork industry is growing the marketplace now.
The World Pork Expo will give attendees a new two-day format packed full with an expansive tradeshow, educational seminars and numerous networking events. Here are four important reminders as you head out to the show.
Join us for the pork industry’s most exciting week of the year: PORK Week. We will be honoring producers, providing opportunities to learn new things and celebrating industry achievements June 3 through June 8.
Unclear. That’s how Heidi Vittetoe, co-owner of JWV Pork in Washington, Iowa, would describe her outlook on the pork industry. Three pig farmers get honest about the pork outlook and what’s ahead.
While Ohio pig farmers Phillip Hord and Jessica Campbell’s operations may look different, driving demand is where their paths intersect. By bringing a new flavor to the farm, the producers are also driving pork demand.
Five economists take a look at the issues most likely to spark attention in the upcoming USDA Quarterly Hogs & Pigs Report to be released on June 29.
Economists say U.S. pork producers are faced with a 35% increase in costs with losses currently pegged at $40 per head. Even with strong pork exports, economists warn 2023 could be worse than 1998 for some producers.
They’ve grown up with screens, masks and the threat of African swine fever. Although some may question Gen Z, these youth point out their ‘connectivity’ is a strength and a tool that the pork industry needs.
Challenging. Resilient. Bearish. Introspective. These are four ways that industry leaders describe the pork industry in 2023. However, the most interesting word that came forward was “seatbelts.”
For some people, getting up in front of people to talk is no problem. For others, it’s the stuff nightmares are made of. Not everyone has the gift of gab or is comfortable sharing their story.
Although anything is possible given the volatility in the markets, economist Scott Brown says it will take a combination of lower corn prices and stronger U.S. pork demand to result in profitability for pork producers.
Why did those three young people choose the swine industry? I think it starts with people they met, network they developed and opportunity they had to tie a career to an industry they benefited from as a kid.
Outside perspectives can breathe fresh life and insight into your business. Ten industry leaders in technology, economics, nutrition and health share advice for producers during a pivotal time in the pork industry.
Proposition 12. Sideways breeding inventory. Astronomical input costs. Declining consumer demand. The issues affecting the pork outlook go on and on. Five economists share perspective on what’s ahead.
From profit margins to FADs, there are a lot of things on producers’ minds. Five pork producers weigh in on topics ranging from what they’d like to change about their operation to the messages lawmakers need to hear.
A show pig is often a family affair. For one Georgia family, a show pig became more of a companion as the animal brought their 16-year old daughter normalcy as her father battled cancer in the middle of the pandemic.
Iowa pork producers, Randy Francois and Mike Berdo joined “AgriTalk” to discuss top-of-mind challenges and their outlook for the industry.
From an ‘egg roll in a bowl’ to pork wontons, ground pork has grown in popularity at the meat case. National Pork Board’s Kiersten Hafer and Neal Hull visit “AgriTalk” to share their insight on the ingredient.
This week Chip Flory and Jim Wiesemeyer discuss concern over high temperatures and a lack of rain, cyberattacks, PORK Week and more.
Swine companies announce new products that will be showcased at the upcoming World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 9-11.
When market disruptions rocked the pork industry last year, state pork association leaders stepped up to help producers weather the storm. Five leaders take a look at what’s ahead and what they’ve learned.
As part of #PORKWeek21, lawmakers joined AgriTalk to discuss the USDA’s recent decision not to appeal a decision to remove the provision allowing for faster line speeds at pork processing plants.
The U.S. pork industry has access to lots of technology, but some argue there’s been little adoption of tech on the farm. Five industry leaders share their thoughts on how tech adoption can make a difference.
Labor ranks as one of the top issues facing U.S. pork producers, says Kerry Scott, program manager for másLabor. At the 2021 World Pork Expo, he shared programs that may help producers get the help they need.
Join us for the pork industry’s most exciting week of the year. We will honor pork producers, provide opportunities to learn new things, celebrate industry advancements and report news from the World Pork Expo.
It’s an interesting time in history to be preparing for the workforce and looking for a job. Five youth pig enthusiasts from Oregon to Pennsylvania share why they are pursuing a pork industry career.
National Pork Producers Council CEO Neil Dierks announced his retirement at the end of 2021 after 31 years of distinguished service with the NPPC, including the last 20 as the organization’s leader.
You spend time implementing best management practices on your farm – shouldn’t you do the same for your succession plan?