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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/
NPPC Weekly Recap: WOTUS Win, USMCA Scrutiny & USDA Updates
Week Ending November 21, 2025 In this week’s NPPC recap, pork producers saw significant movement on the WOTUS rule, growing scrutiny around potential USMCA changes, key updates from USDA leadership, and strong NPPC presence at NAFB’s annual “Trade Talk.” Here’s the full breakdown. EPA Issues Proposed Final WOTUS Rule Aligned With Supreme Court The EPA […]
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Nov 24, 2025
Feb hogs min. support at 77.60
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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Nov 24, 2025
Brazil Gains Access to Tanzania for Pork Exports, Strengthening Its Global Swine Market Position
Brazil has added another destination to its expanding global pork portfolio as Tanzania officially opens its market to Brazilian pork products. The move marks a strategic step for Brazil’s protein sector and reinforces the country’s growing influence as a major pork supplier in emerging markets. While Brazil is already one of the world’s largest pork […]
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Nov 24, 2025
When AI Becomes a Drafter of Contracts, By Todd Janzen
When parties cannot agree on the meaning of a word or phrase in a contract and decide to litigate the dispute, courts have many long-followed rules for interpreting the correct (winning) meaning of the disputed terms. These rules have always assumed one or both of the parties (or their lawyers) was the drafter of the […]
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Nov 24, 2025
Effect of weaning body weight and nursery phase feeding budget on nursery pig growth performance, fecal dry matter, and economics
Julian Arroyave – 2025 Midwest ASAS Effect of weaning body weight and nursery phase feeding budget on nursery pig growth performance, fecal dry matter, and economics
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Nov 24, 2025
France Slips Below Pork Self-Sufficiency for the First Time in Two Decades
For the first time in the modern era, France is no longer fully self-sufficient in pork. Industry data for the first half of the year shows the country’s self-sufficiency rate slipping to approximately 98–99%, marking a symbolic turning point for one of Europe’s historically strong pig-producing nations. The shift may seem small on paper — […]
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Nov 24, 2025
Future-Proofing your Assets: From the Ground Up By Tad Woelber
When it comes to running a successful wean-to-finish operation, the condition of your facilities is more than just a backdrop—it directly impacts efficiency, animal welfare, and long-term profitability. Future-proofing your farm starts with a strong foundation, both literally and figuratively. Start With a Facility Audit Before making any improvements, it’s essential to conduct a thorough […]
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Nov 21, 2025
Tyson Reaches Settlement in Indirect Pork Price-Fixing Case
What the Latest Resolution Means for the Pork Industry** Tyson Foods has agreed to a new settlement resolving claims from indirect pork purchasers in the long-running price-fixing litigation that has followed the industry for nearly a decade. While the agreement closes the chapter for Tyson in this portion of the case, the broader antitrust battle […]
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Nov 21, 2025
Only Half of U.S. Farmers Expected to Be Profitable in 2025 What the Financial Outlook Means for the Pork Industry
New lender outlooks heading into 2025 paint a challenging financial picture for U.S. agriculture: only about half of American farmers are expected to turn a profit next year. Rising debt, tightening credit conditions, and persistent cost pressures are setting the stage for one of the toughest financial cycles the industry has seen since before the […]
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Nov 21, 2025
Importer/Exporter Resources Trade & Statistics News & Events About Contact Please Sign In Username Password Remember me Already a USMEF Member and need login credentials? Please contact Heidi Bang. BECOME A MEMBER Background Banner Pork Exports Remain Strong in August; Beef Decline Continues; Lamb Exports Trend Higher
USDA has released August red meat export data, which was delayed due to the lengthy government shutdown. As compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), August data showed a relatively strong performance for U.S. pork exports and an uptick in shipments of U.S. lamb cuts. But beef exports were sharply lower than a year […]
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