Pork
With a record number of 18 breakout sessions and a keynote by sought-after consumer economist Leo Feler, the 2026 Ohio Pork Congress will be the most expansive ever, says Cheryl Day, Ohio Pork Council executive vice president.
Two wild boar were found dead near Barcelona and tested positive for ASF. Officials suspect the wild boar ate contaminated food such as a sandwich.
U.S. agricultural exporters depend on the binding nature of USMCA provisions to access its closest markets and make sales, lawmakers wrote in a letter to Ambassador Greer.
An economic study that found the meat and poultry processing industry contributes $57.3 billion to the U.S. economy and provides 584,000 jobs.
August data showed a relatively strong performance for U.S. pork exports. But beef exports were sharply lower than a year ago, impacted heavily by an impasse with China that has effectively locked U.S. beef out of the world’s largest import market.
An array of trade barriers continue to prevent the red meat industry from reaching its trade potential in specific markets within Europe and Southeast Asia.
Although the U.S. red meat brand has great meaning around the world, Jay Theiler says the livestock industry can’t take this for granted and must continue to invest in international marketing, especially as global competitors increase their quality to compete with the U.S.
More than 30 producers came together to make this acquisition possible and demonstrate what’s achievable when people unite around a common goal.
Flavor is the most complex palatability parameter as it is influenced by a combination of taste-related compounds and aromas released during cooking.
U.S. pork and beef variety meats are winning in Mexico. Here’s why.
Ben Barcovtch is stepping up to help others in his community during the government shutdown because “no one should go hungry.” He hopes to inspire others to do the same.
A new report spotlights how agricultural acquisitions and business strategy linked to the Chinese government have amassed production and power, and it’s being called into question by policy thinktank America First Policy Institute (AFPI).
The restructuring reflects an ongoing focus to balance cost discipline with reinvestment in areas critical to its future, the company says. Restructuring charges are estimated in the range of $20 million to $25 million.
President Trump and President Xi Jinping of China reached a trade and economic deal that includes suspending retaliatory tariffs set in March.
USMCA has been a boon for the American meat, livestock and poultry sector, along with the broader American food and agriculture economy and ancillary industries, The Meat Institute says in comments to the USTR.
Pork products offer incredible nutritional value, yet they are at risk of being labeled as an “ultra-processed food,” while other foods lacking nutritional value, may evade the classification.
Strong quarterly results reflect a steady market for protein-rich staples such as pork, meat cuts and sausages, as persistent inflation and still-high cost-of-living prompt consumers to prioritize home-cooked meals.
Landmark deals demonstrate that America can maintain tariffs to shrink the goods trade deficit while opening new markets for U.S. farmers, says Ambassador Jamieson Greer.
Hayes served the pork industry as the National Pork Producer Council’s consulting trade economist for 30 years and as National Pork Board’s consulting international marketing economist since 2010.
Nutrient-dense pork offers much needed protein to meals.
The results are in for one of Iowa’s most popular culinary contests, dating back to 2003.
Pork just had one of its most successful Septembers in quite some time with consumers engaging with pork in new ways. Here’s how Minnesota is teaming up with the National Pork Board to bring the Taste What Pork Can Do campaign to more people.
Animal protein sector remains a primary benefactor of strong demand and suppressed feed costs.
After weathering historic losses in 2023, producers are returning to profitability. National Pork Board CEO David Newman emphasizes how authenticity and transparency are essential for driving long-term success for producers.
Industry leaders expect continued momentum for Brazilian meat exports through year-end, supported by resilient demand and expanding access to strategic markets.
After extensive product research and taste testing, the chain settled on a popular U.S. pork sausage to spice things up a little.
Triumph Foods is the only pork processor to receive zero-dollar resolution, the company says.
The first processor to file a lawsuit against California’s Proposition 12, Triumph Foods adds pork to DOJ’s litigation effort against California.
An updated report shows how U.S. animal agriculture supports global planetary health goals.
Because of the temporary nature of the H-2B visa, the Meat Institute says H-2B visas are often not used by meatpacking workers.