Hank Wurtz, a prominent advocate for animal welfare, has emerged as a key voice in the ongoing debate over California’s Proposition 12 and its potential repeal through the Farm Bill. Wurtz argues that Prop 12 represents more than just...
NPB is excited to announce the expansion of the Advancing U.S. Pork Sustainability and Market Value grant program to support pork producers in nine additional states.
Originally focused on Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri, the grant, which is part of USDA’s...
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In a recent discussion on Farmscape, swine management experts highlighted the effectiveness of moving pigs in smaller groups for smoother, more efficient handling. Dr. Jennifer Brown, an animal welfare specialist with the Prairie Swine...
Several leading pork producers, including Hormel, JBS, and Tyson, argue that a recent letter from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) supports their defense against antitrust allegations. The DOJ’s letter, submitted in a Minnesota federal court, emphasized that sharing...
In a collaborative effort to fight hunger, Smithfield Foods, a leading pork producer, partnered with United Supermarkets to donate 15 tons of protein to the South Plains Food Bank in Texas. This substantial contribution equates to over 30,000 pounds...
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) expressed concerns about the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee's latest report, criticizing the lack of scientific basis for recommending plant proteins as a replacement for animal proteins.
“The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has the opportunity...
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has announced her support for an ongoing effort to overturn Massachusetts’ Question 3, a law that has raised concerns among pork producers. The law, which imposes strict animal welfare requirements on pork products sold...
In a recent report, Philippine hog producers have voiced concerns over the low vaccination rates among hogs, citing bureaucratic red tape as a significant hindrance. The current situation poses a growing threat to the local swine industry, which is...
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) announced the 2024 recipients of its two most prestigious awards, who will be honored Nov. 7 at the USMEF Strategic Planning Conference in Tucson, Ariz.
Nick Giordano, the former lead lobbyist for the National...
According to Eurostat data, the European Union’s pigmeat production fell to 20.6 million tonnes in 2023, marking an 11.8% decrease from its 2021 peak. Spain and Germany remain the largest producers, with Spain accounting for 4.9 million tonnes and...