Tariff Updates: Trump Pauses Tariffs on Canada, Mexico; Duty on China Stays
What Happened: The U.S. delayed a planned 25% tariff increase on imports from Canada and Mexico for 30 days as part of ongoing discussions on immigration and drug...
NOVUS and DPP Partner to Honor Swine Educators at 2025 International Symposium.
Nominations are now open worldwide for the inaugural NOVUS Distinguished Academic Training & Innovation Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to swine education.
This prestigious award, presented in partnership with the...
The 2025 Iowa Pork Congress witnessed a record-breaking fundraising effort as the Dollars for Swine Scholars Auction raised an impressive $62,511, surpassing the previous high of $61,525 set in 2023.
Held at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, the...
The Iowa Pork Producers Association, backed by 23 states, has filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging California’s Proposition 12— a law that imposes strict sow housing standards on pork sold in the state, regardless of where...
U.S. agricultural exports saw a significant boost in 2024, with total bulk shipments rising 22%—marking the largest annual increase in a decade. This growth was largely driven by lower commodity prices, which encouraged global importers to take advantage of...
Exports of U.S. pork eclipsed previous highs in both volume and value in 2024, according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Beef export value climbed 5% from 2023 despite a...
Collaboration between the Canadian and U.S. pork industries continues to deliver benefits for producers, processors, and consumers on both sides of the border. As North American pork production remains highly integrated, strengthening these partnerships is not only good business—it’s...
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has announced new budget investments aimed at strengthening the state's agricultural sector, with potential benefits for swine producers. The initiative includes funding to support farm resilience, land conservation, and rural economic development—key areas that could...
The Brazilian swine industry is keeping a close watch on developments in the cattle sector as increased female cattle slaughter drives a higher beef supply. According to the Center for Advanced Studies in Applied Economics (Cepea), a surge in...
Ohio Pork Council President Nathan Schroeder (far left) presents the Ohio Pork Industry Excellence Award to Jim Albaugh who is joined by his family members (left to right), Dixie Albaugh, Dakota Albaugh, Sheri Albaugh, and Dennis Albaugh.
A true highlight...