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Pork producers voicing China trade concerns on Capitol Hill 

Some pork producers say escalating trade tensions with China could have lasting impacts on the industry. North central Ohio pork producer Pat Hord says the country is one of the largest buyers of U.S. pork.  “This current state makes it impossible for us to... Read More.

Bill Even, National Pork Board CEO, stepping down

Photo of Bill Even taken by Brent Barnett/Brownfield The National Pork Board has announced Bill Even is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer. In a press release, NPB said Even is returning to his family’s South Dakota farming operation, where he... Read More.

Another strong week for pork export sales

Export sales for pork hit a marketing year high.  The USDA says sales were up 66 percent from the previous week and 88 percent from the prior 4-week average.  Mexico again was the largest customer. Soybeans were up 21 percent from the previous week,... Read More.

Prop 12 causing uncertainty for pork producers

Proposition 12 continues to create challenges for U.S. pork producers. Minnesota pig farmer Todd Selvik says California’s animal confinement law has caused uncertainty for the industry. “You’ve got some farms that are converting old units, some farms that aren’t. On my farm we chose... Read More.

Pork export sales rise from recent lows

Pork export sales bounced back last week. The USDA says pork sales recovered after two consecutive weeks of marketing year lows with Mexico buying nearly half of the total. Rice and soybean oil were the only other commodities to see week-to-week improvements in global... Read More.

Protecting risk management tools crucial for pork producers

The president of the National Pork Producers Council says protecting access to risk protection programs is a priority for the nation’s hog producers. Duane Stateler, a multi-generational farmer from Ohio, says Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin have played a critical role in... Read More.

Demand for U.S. pork benefits from a fair trade environment

The National Pork Producers Council says tariffs can slow demand for U.S. pork on the global market.  Maria Zieba, vice president of government affairs with NPPC, says that when tariffs aren’t an issue, customers prefer U.S. pork. “Not only is it because it’s healthy... Read More.

A cautiously optimistic trade outlook for the pork industry

An Indiana pork producer says maintaining stable trade relationships is critical for the success of the U.S. pork industry. Jackie Ponder says she’s cautiously optimistic the Trump administration’s trade plan will benefit producers. “We don’t feel we’re on solid ground yet because we’re not really... Read More.

New marketing year lows for pork, wheat export sales

U.S. pork export sales notched a marketing year low for the second week in a row. The USDA says most of the usual weekly buyers made purchases during the week ending March 17th, with Mexico leading the way, but there were some reductions to... Read More.

Exports top of mind for Minnesota Pork Producers president

The president of the Minnesota Pork Producers Association welcomes the renewal of certificates allowing more U.S. pork exports to China. Todd Selvik says over 300 U.S. pork harvesting and cold storage facilities have regained access to the Chinese market. “We really didn’t know how... Read More.