PORK Week
The 33rd World Pork Expo drew in more than 10,000 people for the pork industry’s most anticipated event of the year. Find out what people thought and check out these scenes from the show.
From labor to technology, the opportunities to improve tomorrow’s pork operation continue to expand. We asked five industry leaders to share perspectives, including what producers should think about in 2022.
There’s no question it’s an interesting time to be preparing for the workforce. We asked five youth questions ranging from the biggest misconception of their generation to how the industry can attract future leaders.
The opportunities to improve tomorrow’s pork operation continue to expand. We asked five pig farmers to weigh in on a variety of subjects from technology they want to add on the farm to what they can’t live without.
Here’s a recap of important topics, news and happenings within the pork industry!
Chicken wings have been a hot commodity the past decade, but as the trend changes post-pandemic, red meat producers may want to take note. John Phipps explains why.
While overall pork exports are down, Mexico remains hungry for U.S. pork. Exports to Mexico have been on fire this year, up 24% in March. The latest data from April shows shipments to Mexico remain on a record pace.
Pork producers recently set sustainability goals for the industry, but a new On-Farm Sustainability Report is revealing the environmental improvements many pork producers have already achieved.
Farmers reported selling old crop soybeans for $18 and cash corn sits above $8 in some areas. The prices are proving to be painful for pork producers sourcing feed, and it’s possible those prices climb even higher.
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.
200 participants representing 2.3 million pigs and 230,000 acres. That’s a quick look at who has already completed an On-Farm Sustainability Report, says Bill Even, CEO of the National Pork Board.
From PPRS to PEDV, the health challenges facing swine farms today aren’t going away. We asked four veterinarians to share their perspectives, including what pork producers need to pay special attention to now.
Feed costs are seeing volatile swings, even as hog prices trend higher. While the markets produce major whiplash for producers, margins on the farm show costs are increasing faster than returns.
Dynamic markets. Volatility. Russia-Ukraine war. High feed costs. Consumer demand strength. The issues affecting the pork outlook go on and on. Five economists share what’s ahead for the second half of 2022.
Here’s a sneak peek of why you don’t want to miss one minute of PORK Week. Starting on Monday, June 6, through Sunday, June 12, we’ll be honoring pork producers and celebrating industry advancements.
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.
Three industry-leading producers share their thoughts on the top issues facing pork producers right now — margin volatility, labor, and meat quality improvement and innovation.
World Pork Expo is making its grand return to Des Moines this week. This marks the first time since 2018 the event is being held. The National Pork Producers Council says this will mark the 33rd annual event.
After a two-year hiatus, World Pork Expo has returned to Des Moines, Iowa for its 33rd annual event.
The latest Sterling Profit Tracker shows farrow-to-finish operations are seeing $91 per head profits. It is an improvement of nearly $148 from a year ago, when producers were losing more than $57 per head.
As World Pork Expo enters its second day, a policy priority for the pork industry continues to be the issue of line speeds at pork plants. Just this week, Agriculture Secretary said no final decision has been made.
2021 seems to be the year of pork. From growing exports to a change in taste for U.S. pork products at home, pork demand is helping drive higher prices for producers today.
While some signs point to a recovery for China’s hog herd, analysts say reliable and consistent data out of China is absent today after China clamped down on traditional sources of information.
Multi-story hog farrowing and finishing buildings, often in megaplexes with tens of thousands of pigs in China. And according to John Phipps, there may be some benefits to the buildings.
Emma Lasco says when it comes to pig care, catching issues early-on can help avoid bigger problems later. Individual Pig Care training should include a defined vocabulary for identifying at-risk pigs.
Four 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 24.
Antibiotic use. Public perception. Work-life balance. Disease prevention. Animal welfare. Mental health. Five swine veterinarians share their perspectives on the pork industry and the best advice they’ve heard lately.
The feeling of energy and enthusiasm at World Pork Expo was omnipresent: People were glad to be together again. Farm Journal’s PORK captured a few quotes from speakers, attendees and exhibitors on several topics.
The World Pork Expo flies by, filled to the brim with meetings, seminars, photo ops and great conversations with producers near and far. Here’s a synopsis of the sights, sounds and feelings associated with WPX21.
Rupert Claxton isn’t one to mince words. The meat director for Gira International, a consultancy and research firm, shot straight on trade —notably with China — during a presentation at the 2021 World Pork Expo.