Events
NPPC Welcomes New Producer Leadership to Shape National Advocacy Efforts
The National Pork Producers Council elected new officers and board members to lead the organization through the 2026-2027 term. These experienced leaders will guide NPPC’s advocacy efforts, advancing policies that support the growth, sustainability, and long-term resilience of the U.S. pork industry. “These leaders are stepping up at an important moment for our industry,” said […]
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Mar 07, 2026
NPPC Celebrates Future Leaders with Annual Scholarship Awards at National Pork Industry Forum`
The National Pork Producers Council proudly announced the recipients of the 2026 Lois Britt Memorial Pork Industry Scholarship, the Neil Dierks Scholarship, and the inaugural U.S. Pork Center of Excellence (USPCE) Swine Legacy Scholarship during the National Pork Industry Forum in Kansas City, Missouri. Sponsored in partnership with CME Group and the National Pork Industry […]
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Mar 07, 2026
Influence of dietary vitamin concentrations and of 25(OH)D3 in diets for growing-finishing pigs
Diego Guerrero, Ph D. student in the Stein Monogastric Nutrition Lab, discusses the Influence of dietary vitamin concentrations and of 25(OH)D3 in diets for growing-finishing pigs. Adapted from a presentation at the 2025 ASAS Midwest Section meeting, March 10-12, 2025.
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Mar 06, 2026
The Feed Market Signal Swine Producers Shouldn’t Ignore: Amino Acids
When pork producers think about feed costs, the focus often lands on corn and soybean meal. But quietly, another category of ingredients is shaping the economics of modern swine nutrition: amino acids. Synthetic amino acids—particularly lysine, threonine, methionine, and tryptophan—have become foundational tools in swine diet formulation. They allow nutritionists to precisely balance diets, reduce […]
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Mar 06, 2026
House Agriculture Committee Advances Farm Bill with Bipartisan Support
The U.S. House Agriculture Committee has advanced new farm bill legislation with bipartisan support, marking a significant step toward updating federal agricultural policy after years of delays and temporary extensions. Following a lengthy markup session that included extensive debate and amendments, the committee approved the legislation in a 34–17 vote, with several Democrats joining Republicans […]
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Mar 06, 2026
Pipestone Journal Winter 2026 – Clarity in Chaos
Today’s production environment is filled with variables we can’t control: disease pressure, market volatility, feed risk, labor challenges, and global uncertainty. When stress is high and information is incomplete, chaos can creep in quickly. The operations that perform best aren’t reacting in the moment—they’ve already planned for it. Preparedness is the best insurance you never […]
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Mar 06, 2026
NPPC Inducts Pork Industry Titans to Hall of Fame
Ken and Julie Maschhoff are presented with the Pork Industry Hall of Fame award in recognition of their contributions to the pork industry. The National Pork Producers Council is proud to announce the induction of Ken and Julie Maschhoff and Sam Carney into the NPPC Hall of Fame during the 2026 National Pork Industry Forum. […]
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Mar 05, 2026
Parker Honored with Paulson-Whitmore Award as Distinguished State Executive
The National Pork Producers Council recognized John Parker as the recipient of the distinguished Paulson-Whitmore State Executive Award, honoring his decades of exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing the U.S. pork industry. This award was presented in partnership with the National Pork Board. A steady leader and collaborative voice, Parker’s 40-plus year tenure as executive […]
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Mar 05, 2026
How Incineration Helps Prevent ASF & Other Emerging Diseases
How Incineration Helps Prevent ASF & Other Emerging Diseases Why thermal destruction — when engineered correctly — strengthens biosecurity infrastructure As global disease pressure continues to intensify — particularly with the ongoing threat of African swine fever (ASF) — mortality management has shifted from a routine chore to a strategic biosecurity decision. Forward-thinking pork producers […]
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Mar 05, 2026
Setting the Standard in Waterline Cleaning: Four Decades of Practical Experience
In recent years, the condition of drinking water systems in livestock production has received increasing attention. Producers, veterinarians, and technical specialists are discussing more frequently how waterline hygiene and biofilm influence water delivery and daily barn management. This growing awareness is a positive development, as clean drinking systems are a fundamental part of modern poultry […]
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