Pork
Canada has approved the importation of beef and pork from Brazil, which had been blocked over health concerns, authorities from both countries said.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allowed three pork plants to increase processing line speeds this month as part of a trial program, reviving a policy that started under the Trump administration.
The U.S. land grant system boasts some of the best meat science programs in the world, and more than half of the students in those programs are women. A new organization is looking at the hurdles to retain this talent.
Soaring grain prices in the wake of Russia’s attack on Ukraine are hurting Brazilian meatpackers, but trade disruptions facing Ukrainian and Russian meat producers may be an opportunity to boost Brazil’s global trade.
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Current shipping bottlenecks and the importance of a “just-in-time” market loom over red meat exports in 2022. USMEF Economist Erin Borror commented on the industry’s supply chain challenges.
The post-pandemic consumer will continue to drive changes to the industry. Find trends, storytelling strategy and actionable insights with experts Maeve Webster and Danette Amstein at the upcoming Stakeholders Summit.
U.S. pork shipments to Mexico have been incredible, but they aren’t the only ones in that part of the world who are buying U.S. pork. Economist Brett Stuart shares insight on a new growth market for U.S. pork.
Brazilian meatpacker Marfrig Global Foods SA aims to appoint its own board members at food processing business BRF SA, it said on Monday, having built a stake of about 33% in the company.
McDonald’s Corp said Carl Icahn has nominated two members to its board of directors in an escalating fight over the treatment of pigs by the burger chain’s suppliers.
Even though U.S. pork export tonnage was down 2% last year, experts agree 2021 outperformed expectations. Still, with uncertainty in the marketplace, can the 2022 forecast hold promise for growth in export markets?
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.
Four new members of the Minnesota Pork Board of Directors were elected to represent the state’s 3,000 pig farming families.
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S., consumers faced unknown territory in the meat industry that raised questions of resiliency. Since then, consumers have helped drive changes to the pork industry with their dollar.
Multiple trade agreements aided in reaching unprecedented levels of red meat exports for 2021. USMEF Economist Erin Borror weighed in on the recent report during the Weekly USMEF Audio Report.
Pork reigns as champion in the Super Bowl Sunday food line-up. It’s tasty, versatile and a great value this year. Here are five recipes that are sure to win over hungry football fans, or more importantly, the foodies.
Chosen for his outstanding support of the Missouri Pork Association, the Missouri pork industry and all of agriculture, Representative Dean Plocher (R-89th District) receives the Outstanding Legislator Award.
The Missouri Pork Association welcomes producers, suppliers and distributors to the 2022 Missouri Pork Expo-- an event promoting the pork industry, current research, and education for youth and adults.
Aldi Inc. filed a price-fixing complaint against several pork processors and Agri Stats.
Due to excellence in production and serving as positive partners to Iowa pork production, Master Pork Producers and Master Pork Partners were named at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and long-time policy influencer Jerry Fitzgerald were recognized as Honorary Master Pork Producers at the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress.
Three youth named to the 2022 Iowa Pork Youth Leadership Team, displaying excellence as a leader in the industry. These individuals will spend the next year participating in public activities promoting pork production.
Challenges are often opportunities in disguise, three pork industry leaders expressed during a recent Farm Country Update. Here’s a look at the topic of total pork demand and how to win over the meat case.
Risk management is a hot topic in the hog market. Scott Brown, University of Missouri economist, believes there are more reasons to be concerned about lower prices than optimism about higher prices as he looks ahead.
Wade Hendricks is always thinking about the next generation and how he can breed better Duroc hogs. Here’s why he jumped at the opportunity to get involved with a new Duroc pork program.
What do consumers want? Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2022 Stakeholders Summit will dive into the question, hoping to stay ahead of the next wave of consumer preferences.
It’s a prime opportunity to address a gap in the industry, says National Swine Registry CEO Clay Zwilling. Here’s why NSR is moving forward with its first association-based branded pork program, Certified DUROC Pork.
The demand for crocodile meat is exploding in Thailand as local consumers are hit by a spike in the price of pork.
The 2022 Annual Meat Conference (AMC) to be held in February, hosted by the North American Meat Institute (NAMI) and The Food Industry Association (FMI) has been cancelled.
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.
Total China meat supply in 2022 is expected at 79 million tons, revised up 7% from the prior forecast and again surpassing total meat supplies before ASF struck. Here’s a look at the revised forecast.