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In this article, Jim Eadie makes a strong case for the pork industry to
capitalize on opportunities in fast food and restaurant chains. He
explores how dedicated pork-branded fast food and pork-house restaurants
could revolutionize consumer demand for pork, benefiting producers and
the entire industry. The discussion focuses on timing, branding, and the
unique position pork holds in the market.
Read the full article here: Seizing the Moment. https://www.swineweb.com/weekly-commentaries/seizing-the-moment-the-case-for-pork-brand-fast-food-and-pork-house-restaurants-by-jim-eadie/
Digestibility of energy and concentrations of digestible and metabolizable energy in high-protein canola meal, conventional canola meal, and soybean meal in diets fed to gestating sows
Canola meal and soybean meal (SBM) are the most commonly used sources of amino acids in diets for swine. However, via genetic selection, varieties of canola with greater concentrations of crude protein and reduced concentrations of fiber have been identified. Following oil extraction, the resulting high-protein canola meal (CM-HP) contains 3 to 5 % more […]
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Apr 13, 2026
USDA Budget Isn’t Just a Cut — It’s a Signal to the Industry
By Swine Web The latest USDA budget proposal isn’t just about reducing spending. It’s about redefining the role of government in agriculture. And for the swine industry, that signal is worth paying attention to. This Isn’t a Cut Story — It’s a Priority Story Yes, overall funding is proposed to decline. But what matters more […]
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Apr 13, 2026
Investigation of Saskatoon berry pomace for mitigation of AMR in swine production
Pomace, the pressing remains of fruit, is known to be rich in phytochemicals, such as polyphenolic compounds, which possess anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and/or anti-oxidative properties. These characteristics may protect the gastrointestinal tract (GI) and act as an alternative to in-feed antibiotics. The aim of this project examined the effects of saskatoon berry pomace on overall […]
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Apr 13, 2026
SWINETIME — EPISODE #88 Wean to Market Filtration: Raising the Bar on PRRS Biosecurity
In this episode of the SwineTime Podcast, host Dr. Spencer Wayne welcomes Dr. Adam Schelkopf, Pipestone veterinarian and partner, for a candid discussion on air filtration in wean‑to‑market pig barns and where it realistically fits into today’s PRRS control strategies. PRRS continues to be one of the most challenging and costly diseases in pork production. […]
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Apr 13, 2026
June Hogs trend is lower
To “Read” Walt’s charts, keep the following in mind: Support – this term refers to a trend line or price area under the market which is expected to hold the market from potential decline. Resistance– a price area or trend line above the market that is expected to prevent or stall price increases. Trend lines […]
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Apr 12, 2026
Stories and Perspectives from the Farm, By Wanda Patsche, April 10th 2026
Spring Planting Soon? It’s a bit crazy, but there were farmers planting soybeans in March! Yes, the 30th of March, in Minnesota, we drove by a planter planting soybeans. I realize there is a trend to plant soybeans sooner than we have in the past. But, boy, in March? So what is happening on the […]
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Apr 10, 2026
Less Invasive Sampling Methods for PRRSV Detection in Swine: Dry Blood Spots, Oral Swabs, and Tonsil Oral Scrubbing in Intentionally Exposed Gilts
Abstract Serum collection from swine is invasive and labor-intensive, which limits its practicality for disease surveillance and highlights the need for less invasive and cost-effective alternatives. In this study, we evaluated the sensitivity of blood-soaked filter papers (dry blood spots [DBS]), blood-soaked swabs, oral swabs (OS), and tonsil oral scrubbing (TOSc) when compared to serum […]
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Apr 10, 2026
Prairie Fresh Taps Into Summer Demand with America 250 Packaging Initiative
As the industry prepares for peak grilling season, Seaboard Foods is leaning into both tradition and timing—rolling out a limited-time packaging initiative for its Prairie Fresh brand tied to America’s 250th birthday. The move centers on Prairie Fresh Natural pork ribs, with updated packaging hitting retail shelves from early spring through the Fourth of July. […]
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Apr 10, 2026
Different Path for Beef and Pork Processing | Kit Laramore & Joe Galasso
Different Path for Beef and Pork Processing | Kit Laramore & Joe Galasso
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Apr 10, 2026
June hogs in down trend
“Charting is a little like surfing. You don’t have to know a lot about the physics of tides, resonance, and fluid dynamics in order to catch a good wave. You just have to be able to sense when it’s happening and then have the drive to act at the right time.” ~ Ed Seykota Walt […]
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