Pork
NPPC President Duane Stateler says the North American pork industries are strongest when they collaborate, share challenges and solutions, and learn from one another.
A shrinking labor pool is already having an impact, and ag experts say it’s only going to get tougher.
Everyone loves bacon. Here’s how two companies are introducing more bacon into stores this summer.
If doing good by our animals is the goal, shouldn’t we strive to do more of it? These may sound like philosophical musings, but they reflect the mindset of much of today’s voting public.
A recent study analyzed over 70 discontinued McDonald’s items, ranging from the McPizza to the Hula Burger.
USMEF shares May export data. While exports to China decreased steeply, Korea and Latin America and other countries increased compared to 2024.
JayJay Goodvin loves rural America. That’s apparent as he travels the countryside searching for the best food and the best stories to share with others.
Courtney Case says her first priority is caring for the sows, but building a positive culture for her team is a close second. Here’s how it’s helped change one sow farm.
The renewed national focus on the correlation between what Americans eat and how it impacts our overall wellbeing creates a timely opening for our industry to highlight the proven health benefits of eating pork.
Cash-traded feeder pig reported volume was above average with 22,650 head reported. Cash feeder pig reported prices were $90.05, up $1.90 per head from last week.
This annual event presented by Iowa Pork Producers Association brings together BBQ enthusiasts while giving back to local communities.
China recently approved 23 U.S. pork plants to export product to the Asian nation, following recent trade talks between Washington and Beijing.
Two studies illuminate food prices for the holiday barbecue season.
New convenience snacks featuring U.S. pork are available in Mexico.
The on-again, off-again reports regarding ICE raids is sowing confusion for those who rely on immigrant labor and causing labor shortages because employees aren’t showing up for work.
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State pork associations in Indiana, Ohio, Missouri and Iowa are keeping busy this summer. Here’s a round-up of some of the recent headlines.
Meat Institute’s Julie Anna Potts says President Trump has an opportunity to solve the agriculture labor crisis that has challenged farmers and ranchers for decades.
The newly approved facilities include 23 pork plants and 83 poultry plants, according to a Chinese Customs database.
National Pork Board shares about new consumer marketing campaign, animal welfare research and protecting freedom to operate so producers can concentrate on raising quality pork.
The new NPB pork promotion, which launched in May, uses data to help drive marketing efforts and measure performance.
The Nebraska was the “largest worksite enforcement operation” in the state during the Trump presidency, the Homeland Security Department said. U.S. Congressman Don Bacon told local media 75-80 people were detained.
Pork export value per head has increased by 24% in the last five years, largely in part to Mexico and growing markets.
Whether it’s pork, beef or chicken, consumers can’t seem to eat enough protein. That’s fueling robust demand and prices for livestock producers.
Even in the midst of a trade war, Brett Stuart of Global AgriTrends is confident deals will get done and the U.S. will have better access, especially if purchase commitments are part of the agreements.
Nearly 300 employees are out of a job, and the company will transition the work to three other production facilities in Wisconsin and Kansas.
This discovery represents a significant step forward for the global lab-grown meat market — which is estimated to grow by between $5 and $30 billion by 2030.
If the U.S. consumer is to truly reimagine pork, some fairly significant changes may be required over time, says CoBank’s Earnest. Despite the challenges associated with broadening pork’s appeal with domestic consumers, he says the industry is in a strong position.
Finding solutions to trade challenges were a significant part of discussions during last week’s U.S. Meat Export Federation Spring Conference in Fort Worth, Texas.
New facility in Perry, Iowa, will create 500 new jobs, boost local economy and feed millions nationwide.