Key takeaways
Swine herd health status appears to be relatively stable heading into 2025, but challenges with PRRS and PEDv could cause problems.
Farm labor, automation and industry economics all provide opportunities.
Foreign animal diseases, particularly African swine fever,...
In a last-minute decision, U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed the implementation of 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico for at least 30 days, following discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum....
Smithfield Foods, the largest pork processor in the U.S., has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining its domestic operations, stating that no further plant closures are planned. This decision comes as the company focuses on growth strategies and long-term market...
Smithfield Foods, the world’s largest pork producer, saw its shares rise on Tuesday after raising $522 million in its initial public offering (IPO). The company’s stock began trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “SFD,”...
NPPC Prepares to Collaborate with Trump Administration and 119th Congress on Critical Pork Industry Issues
National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) officers were in Washington, D.C., for Donald Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th President of the United States. The event marked...
Pork producers can now make a difference through product purchases that fund scholarships for military and first responder families.
Zoetis has announced the expansion of its Patriots’ Pledge initiative, offering pork producers a unique opportunity to give back while investing...
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...