Human Nutrition
Pork and Performance: Helping Americans Get Stronger, One Meal at a Time
Pork is more than just tasty — it’s a powerful protein that helps people build muscle, stay strong and recover faster.
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We Care
A Global Stage for Collaboration and Progress
NPB is honored to represent the U.S. pork industry at the 30th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP30), a globally important event held in Brazil from November 10-21, 2025.
Profit Maximizer
While Pork Cutout Continues to Trend Lower, Some Items Are Bucking The Trend
Hog slaughter last week was around 15,000 head less than initially expected, in part due to plants doing maintenance work ahead of the holidays. Expectation is for slaughter to continue to run near 2.6 million head/week through mid-December but then trend lower into January.
AgView
Using AgView® to Streamline Swine Health Production Plans
State animal health officials and pork producers now report time savings, improved data security, and real-time operational benefits compared to managing data through manual spreadsheets and emails.
Pork Checkoff News
Amber Miller to Join National Pork Board as General Counsel
The National Pork Board (NPB) has named Amber Miller, MS, J.D., as general counsel effective Jan. 5, 2026. Miller will provide legal and compliance expertise on behalf of America’s pig farmers.
Human Nutrition
Why FNCE Matters to Producers: Turning Dietitians Into Pork Advocates
The Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo® is the largest gathering of food, nutrition and health professionals, making it a critical opportunity to share pork’s nutrition story with those who guide consumer choices.
Pork Checkoff News
Supporting Retailers Through Technology, Food and Emerging Opportunities
The Retail Advisory Committee (RAC) meeting empowers retailers and industry partners with the tools, data and support needed to connect more effectively with consumers.
Pork Checkoff News
Remembering Elaine Otte: Supporting Pig Farmers Through Relationships
In loving memory of Elaine Otte. NPB's Channel Market Development Manager.
Profit Maximizer
U.S. Pork Supply Outlook: Hog Slaughter, Weights and Price Trends Heading Into the Holidays
Pork supply is currently on the upswing, consistent with the seasonal trend for this time of year. While official USDA data is missing, preliminary estimates put slaughter at near 2.9 million head per week, just shy of last year’s levels.
National Swine Health Strategy
The Road to a Healthier Herd: National Swine Health Strategy Progress
Steady progress continues to be made on the producer-led U.S. National Swine Health Strategy – an essential part of a larger goal to improve the lives of pigs and people.
Market Growth
Exploring Opportunities for U.S. Pork in South Korea
U.S. Pork representatives joined USMEF on the Heartland trip to South Korea, the fifth-largest export market for U.S. Pork. The trip highlighted pork demand and promising opportunities to deepen the relationship.
Profit Maximizer
Pork Market Situation and Outlook
Pork trim prices were counter seasonally higher in the previous three weeks but the increase in supply has finally started to catch up with this market. Strong demand should keep prices above year ago levels but prices in Nov/Dec are expected to be lower than current levels.
