President Donald Trump’s consideration of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, announced Monday, has sparked concerns across North America, particularly for agriculture and trade-dependent industries. Trump indicated the tariffs could take effect as early as February...
A federal judge in Colorado has granted preliminary approval for settlements totaling more than $200 million in a class-action lawsuit involving workers at red meat processing facilities across the United States. The lawsuit alleged that major meat processors conspired...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a new slate of presidential appointees who will help shape agricultural policy and programs under the current administration. Announced on January 21, 2025, these appointments reflect a renewed focus on innovation,...
The legal journey surrounding a tragic incident at a Prestage pork facility took another turn as the Iowa Supreme Court ruled that the accused, Lukouxs Brown, is incompetent to stand trial for the alleged murder of coworker Wayne Smith...
The USDA’s recent announcement on the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit marks a significant shift in federal biofuel policy. This update simplifies credit eligibility by removing the bundling requirement for feedstocks, a move that could ripple across agricultural...
A North Carolina business court has ruled that the civil case between Smithfield Foods and Maxwell Foods will proceed to trial, following the termination of a 25-year hog supply agreement that has led to a heated legal battle.
The dispute...
President-elect Donald Trump has reaffirmed his commitment to universal tariffs, dismissing reports that his administration is considering narrowing the scope of his proposed import duties. Trump's tariff plans, which could impose a 10% to 20% duty on goods from...
In December, the Missouri Pork Association, National Pork Board and the University of Missouri held the fourth annual FFA Swine Facility Management Contest in Columbia, Missouri. Eighteen teams competed in this hands-on event which focuses on real-world jobs in...
The 52nd Annual Iowa Pork Congress, North America’s largest winter swine trade show, is set to take place on January 22-23, 2025, at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The highly anticipated event will bring together thousands of...
Former President Donald Trump recently made headlines with his provocative comments about reclaiming U.S. control over the Panama Canal, a move that could have significant implications for global trade, including the swine industry.
In a statement shared during a Christmas...