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Pork Storks & Montana Colonies Partner to Launch State’s First Premium Boar Stud — A Major Step Toward Total In-State Genetic Independence
Montana’s pork industry is entering a new era. After years of relying on out-of-state semen shipments, the Montana Colonies — operating as Treasure State Sires and owners of the new facility — have partnered with Pork Storks, who will lease and operate the stud, creating the first commercial boar stud in the state built for […]
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Nov 03, 2025
Why a Federal Lawsuit Could Change How Pork Is Priced, Tracked, and Sold
A quiet courtroom fight may have bigger implications for the pork industry than most people realize. Most people in the swine industry aren’t following the Agri Stats lawsuit. It’s not about disease, feed costs, export markets, or barn labor. It’s not even about what’s happening today — it’s about something that happened years ago. But […]
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Nov 03, 2025
SNAP Funding Standoff Puts Pork Demand at Risk
Why a Washington Budget Fight Matters All the Way Back to the Barn As Congress continues its budget standoff, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is now days away from a lapse in funding. If nothing changes, the program that helps more than 40 million Americans buy groceries will temporarily shut down on November 1 […]
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Nov 03, 2025
Total Immersion, Dr. Chris Sievers Young Alumni Award DVM (16) Storm Lake, Iowa
Each summer, the College of Veterinary Medicine offers a series of veterinary internships in the swine, beef and poultry industries. The internships give the students a chance to spend the summer collaborating with leading veterinarians in the specific field on any number of areas. For the swine internship, students are immersed daily in modern swine […]
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Nov 03, 2025
Taiwan Confirms ASF Case Genetically Linked to China and Vietnam What It Means for Global Pork Biosecurity
Taiwanese animal health authorities have confirmed that the African Swine Fever (ASF) virus detected at a Taichung pig farm in late October is almost genetically identical to strains circulating in China and Vietnam. Lab sequencing shows a 99%+ match, indicating the virus likely originated from the same regional lineage now moving through Asia. Although Taiwan […]
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Nov 03, 2025
Robotic automation in the meat industry – challenges and solutions
The need for automation in the meat industry is increasing due to high demand, challenging working conditions, and a shortage of skilled labor. New technology is taking automation a significant step forward. The development of an adaptive robotic system that integrates 3D imaging, CT scans, and artificial intelligence is a major advancement in meat industry […]
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Nov 03, 2025
Stories and Perspectives from the Farm – Harvest Edition Part 2, By Wanda Patsche
Farm Updates Well, I can see the end of harvest! I am only a few hours away from being completely done. I am ready to be done and back to having a “normal” life. Unfortunately, we have had a few breakdowns. But nothing that was significant. This is what I saw as I crossed the […]
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Oct 31, 2025
Seaboard Reports $109 Million Third-Quarter Profit, Demonstrating Strength and Stability in the Pork Sector
Seaboard Corporation has reported a $109 million profit for the third quarter of 2025, supported by $2.54 billion in total revenue. The performance reflects the company’s strong operational discipline, diversified portfolio, and continued confidence in the pork and logistics sectors. Operational Resilience and Strategic Balance Seaboard’s vertically integrated structure—spanning live production, processing, and international logistics—continues […]
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Oct 31, 2025
Darden Hams Invests $1.2 Million in New Virginia Production Facility
The Virginia ham industry is getting a major boost as Darden Hams announces a $1.2 million investment to build a new 7,200-square-foot production facility on a 10-acre site in Isle of Wight County. The expansion strengthens Virginia’s deep-rooted pork heritage and expands capacity for one of the state’s most recognized ham producers. The new facility […]
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Oct 31, 2025
Feral Swine Investigation Leads to Food Relief Across Montana
A potential feral-swine incident in north-central Montana has turned into an unexpected success story for both animal-health officials and local communities. After roughly 100 uncontained pigs were discovered near Malta, Montana, state and federal authorities quickly stepped in to prevent the animals from establishing a feral population—while ensuring the meat would go to good use. […]
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