USDA Forecasts Narrower Agricultural Trade Deficit Heading into FY2026

Monday, December 29, 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is projecting a narrower agricultural trade deficit in fiscal year 2026, supported by stronger-than-expected export performance and modest declines in imports—an outlook that carries implications for U.S. pork and livestock producers navigating global markets. According to USDA’s latest quarterly trade forecast, the ag trade deficit is expected to decline to […]

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New Training Resources Strengthen Use of Standardized Outbreak Investigation Tool for Swine Producers

Monday, December 29, 2025

New training videos and a written user guide have been released to support adoption and effective use of the Standardized Outbreak Investigation Program web application, a disease investigation tool funded by the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC). The web-based application, launched in 2023 and developed by Iowa State University, was created to standardize the way […]

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Global Training Courses Target Biosecurity and Disease Elimination in Swine Production

Monday, December 29, 2025

As biosecurity and disease management remain central to herd health and production stability, new international education opportunities are being made available to swine and poultry professionals in 2026. The courses, highlighted through the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV), are organized by World Veterinary Education in Production Animal Health and focus on practical, science-based approaches […]

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NDSU Swine Barn Expansion Enhances Education, Research and Real-World Production Experience

Friday, December 26, 2025

North Dakota State University’s swine unit is expanding, adding new finishing space and classroom facilities that will help the operation run at full capacity while strengthening hands-on learning and applied research opportunities for students and future pork professionals. Growing Capacity for Training the Next Generation The existing barn — originally built in the early 1980s […]

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Six Pork Producers Appointed to National Pork Board of Director

Friday, December 26, 2025

Six pork producers from across the country have been appointed to serve on the National Pork Board Board of Directors, reinforcing the producer-led structure that guides Checkoff investments and priorities for the U.S. pork industry. The appointments bring new voices, regional representation, and hands-on production experience to the board, which plays a central role in […]

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Ohio Updates Gestation Housing Rules, Offering Clarity and Long-Term Planning for Pork Producers

Friday, December 26, 2025

Ohio has finalized updates to its livestock care standards related to gestation housing, providing pork producers with clear guidance and a defined timeline as the industry continues to evolve alongside market expectations, animal care practices, and facility innovation. The updated rule allows existing gestation stalls to remain in use through the end of 2025, while […]

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April hogs over resistance

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

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People & Profiles: Brigham H. – Leadership Rooted in Responsibility, Culture, and Family

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Schwartz Farms Inc. has built its reputation on strong people, long-term commitment, and a culture that values responsibility just as much as results. Few stories reflect that better than that of Brigham H., one of the company’s long-serving farm managers and its newest PAP manager. Brigham has been part of the Schwartz Farms team since […]

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Registration now open for 2026-2027 SowBridge Educational Series

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

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 2026, and registration is now underway. The series is provided online through the Zoom platform, and each session is recorded for later viewing. Suggestions from participants guide […]

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Hogs Creep Higher, By Ben DiCostanzo, Senior Market Strategist Walsh Trading, Inc., December 23rd 2025

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

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