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NPB helps producers prepare for and manage foreign animal diseases (FADs). FAD readiness exercises serve as practical training sessions for industry stakeholders in the event of an unthinkable disease outbreak.
NPB has named David Newman as its next CEO. He brings proven leadership and a strong commitment to serving America’s pig farmers.
The first cohort of the Real Pork Scholars program wrapped up this summer, and the impact is already clear. This program supports graduate and professional students with mentorship, training and networking — broadening their view of career paths in the pork industry.
The National Pork Board’s new five-year, producer-led Farrowing Housing Research Plan is generating practical, U.S.-specific data to help producers make informed, independent decisions about farrowing housing — whether that means validating current systems or considering alternatives.
Recent studies—from military cadets to older consumers—demonstrate pork is a whole food that delivers superior meal satisfaction, flavor complexity and nutrition, reinforcing pork’s everyday value.
The swine industry has mobilized a proactive, cross-sector response to the ongoing risk of H5N1, collaborating with animal and public health experts to protect pigs, people and the food supply. Through weekly coordination, research investment and biosecurity efforts, the industry is preparing for any potential detection in the U.S. swine herd.
The Taste What Pork Can Do™ campaign is fueling industry-wide collaboration, with packers and retailers launching innovative promotions that showcase pork’s flavor, versatility and everyday appeal.
Upholding proper biosecurity and traceability measures protects farms, our food supply and the future of agriculture—and there are practical tools available to help all producers work toward the common goal of keeping pigs healthy.
NPB and industry partners are focusing on the health of the U.S. swine herd and actively developing a comprehensive National Swine Health Strategy.
Improving Pig Survivability is an ongoing project encompassing research, education and extension efforts with the goal of reducing overall mortality in the U.S. commercial swine industry.
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