A multistate outbreak of HPAI Type A (H5N1) in dairy cows began on March 25, 2024, in Texas. The cross-species outbreak immediately drew the attention of pork industry organizations whose representatives began collaborating for a cohesive, coordinated – not duplicative – effort to be informed, engaged, and responsive on behalf of the pig farmers and […]

The province of Ontario enhances its key loan guarantee program and its investment in marketing to increase exports and domestic sales.

Decision-support tool from MU Extension lets users unlock insights for starting, expanding agriculture ventures.

Regulatory issues hamper US meat exports to Canada, with USMEF pushing for streamlined documentation processes.

Too much heat in hog buildings can lead to stressed pigs – or even worse. As the dog days of August approach, producers need to be vigilant when it comes to keeping pigs cool. Making sure cooling systems work is key, says Joseph Zulovich, Extension ag engineer with the University of Missouri. He says with

Fly larvae mature in moist places like manure piles and winter-feeding areas.

The USDA reports a 1% rise in US cattle on feed compared to last year. Placements and marketings show declines, indicating adjustments within the cattle industry.

The U.S. pork industry supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and generates billions in revenue. It contributes to rural economies and exports drive further growth.

BBC For the past 12 years, Freddy Morales has spent most of his time in close proximity to America’s dairy cows, working on several of the country’s thousands of dairy farms.

Biosecurity is a key component to animal health and disease prevention on any livestock farm.