The Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) has issued an advisory to livestock producers regarding the recent identification of New World screwworm in Chiapas, Mexico. Following an earlier report from Guatemala in October, this development underscores the need for vigilance...
Saudi Arabia’s growing economy and expanding retail food sector present significant opportunities for U.S. processed meat exports, according to the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) annual report. The kingdom ranked processed meat first among its top 10 growth products,...
Kansas State University is proud to announce the 2025 Swine Profitability Conference, taking place on February 4, 2025, at the Stanley Stout Center, located at 2200 Denison, Manhattan, Kansas.
This annual conference serves as a cornerstone event for the swine...
Conagra Brands, a key player in the food industry, reported second-quarter results for fiscal 2025, providing insights into the broader protein market that are particularly relevant to the swine sector. For the quarter ending November 24, Conagra delivered net...
SowBridge, the distance educational series for those who work with sows, boars, and piglets, and with genetic and reproductive issues, begins its next program year in early February 2025, and registration is now underway. The series is provided online...
A Minnesota federal judge has granted final approval for a $2.4 million settlement between Hormel Foods and a class of commercial indirect purchasers. This settlement resolves allegations of Hormel’s involvement in antitrust violations against the nation’s largest pork producers.
The...
The National Pork Board (NPB) is taking innovative steps to boost pork consumption across the United States by leveraging targeted messaging strategies. By understanding consumer preferences and behavior, the NPB is tailoring its approach to resonate with diverse audiences,...
In a significant development for the agricultural sector, Representative Angie Craig (D-MN) has been named the new leader of the House Agriculture Committee's Democratic members. This leadership change could have a direct impact on the U.S. swine industry, shaping...
Identifying, selecting, and managing the right gilts for an operation is a driving factor in that farm’s productivity. A new video series from Iowa Pork Industry Center focuses on a variety of aspects related to gilt development packaged in...
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has expressed deep disappointment over Congress’ decision to delay the passage of a new Farm Bill and fail to provide a federal solution for California Proposition 12.
“Pork producers cannot afford to wait until...