Rising feed costs in 2021 will challenge livestock producers 12.11.2020 By Joel Crews CoBank predicts increases of as much as 14% in the hog sector as China rebuilds its herd.Read More
Pork producers beware: China begins swine herd rebuild 11.09.2020 By Erica Shaffer CoBank offers strategies for US pork producers to mitigate potential declines in demand from the world’s largest consumer of pork.Read More
AFBF shares findings on cattle market volatility 09.28.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The group also recommended policy changes for 2021 among its members.Read More
Lawmaker introduces ‘Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020’ 09.23.2020 By Erica Shaffer The law focuses on ensuring regionally sufficient negotiated cash trade and equipping producers with more information.Read More
NPPC makes a virtual case for pork industry aid 09.22.2020 By Joel Crews The association addressed needs based on COVID-19 challenges and the threat of ASF.Read More
JBS details plans for its $50 million “Home Strong Initiative” 08.06.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company intends to have the money fully allocated to facilities and towns by the end of 2020.Read More
House representatives introduce cattle transparency measure 07.13.2020 By Ryan McCarthy This is a companion piece of legislation to a bipartisan Senate bill.Read More
Lawmaker seeks protections for small pork producers 05.21.2020 By Erica Shaffer Rep. Jim Hagedorn wants to ensure independent farmers are being treated fairly.Read More
House Democrats lay out livestock provisions in latest COVID-19 bill 05.14.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The NPPC supported the action taken in the latest proposal of the HEROES Act.Read More
Lawmakers to introduce bipartisan bill to increase transparent cattle pricing 05.13.2020 By Bob Sims The senators believe the legislation will aid market efficiency and create competition.Read More
