Key takeaways
Champions of Care honors pork producers, caregivers and pork professionals by sharing real-life stories of dedication to raising healthy pigs.
Eric Meyers began his journey with aspirations of teaching and coaching, but after almost three decades, he...
The swine industry is mourning the loss of Dr. Roger W. Mandigo, an emeritus professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Department of Animal Science, who passed away on January 24, 2025. Dr. Mandigo’s groundbreaking work in meat processing technology...
Dr. Raj Sharma, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) are leveraging radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology to revolutionize swine health monitoring. By tracking the feeding behaviors of individual pigs, the technology provides an early warning system for...
The Nebraska Pork Producers Association (NPPA) is marking the end of an era as its longtime Executive Director, Al Juhnke, has announced his retirement. Juhnke has been a cornerstone of the Nebraska pork industry, advocating for producers, fostering growth,...
A recent seminar in Lincoln, Nebraska, focused on uncovering new and creative ways to use U.S. pork to meet the growing global demand. Hosted by the U.S. Meat Export Federation, the event brought together experts and international representatives, including...
A devastating fire has led to the destruction of a barn and the loss of livestock at a Pillen Family Farms facility near Platte Center. The fire, which occurred recently, has resulted in significant damage, with the barn being...
Jim Pillen, Nebraska's governor and founder of Pillen Family Farms, has significantly shaped the pork industry. On his first trade mission to Vietnam, he promoted Nebraska's pork exports, a market crucial to his enterprises. Pillen's businesses, including Wholestone Farms,...
The American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) presented three of its most prestigious awards during its annual convention held in Omaha from August 1-3.
Kerres USA was honored with the "F.W. Witt Supplier of the Year" award. An active member...
Meet the new President of the Nebraska Pork Producers Association.... Ryan Preister from Humphrey!
The NEW Education Director Hose De La Cruz on this week's program.....