Secure Pork Supply Plan: Take Action Now to Reduce Impact Later
Several improvements were made to the Secure Pork Supply (SPS) Plan, which provides on-farm preparedness before a foreign animal disease (FAD) outbreak.
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Several improvements were made to the Secure Pork Supply (SPS) Plan, which provides on-farm preparedness before a foreign animal disease (FAD) outbreak.
John Parker is honored with the Paulson-Whitmore State Executive Award for 41 years of leadership and service to the Virginia pork industry.
Mike Tokach, Ph.D., and Dr. Lisa Tokach, DVM, are honored with the National Pork Board Distinguished Service Award for their combined 70 years of service to the pork industry. Through leadership in swine nutrition, veterinary medicine and producer education, their work has left a lasting impact on the future of pork.
2025 U.S. Pork exports delivered one of their strongest years on record, totaling 2.9 million metric tons valued at $8.4 billion. Through strategic partnerships, NPB continues to expand global demand and maximize value for U.S. pork producers.
The 2026 AASV annual meeting brings together veterinarians to discuss real-world challenges producers are facing. The meeting provides a valuable opportunity for NPB to keep a pulse on swine health, ultimately benefiting producers and the industry at large.
Protect your show pig investment with better health practices and real-time traceability. Learn how the free AgView® MyBarn tool helps exhibitors track movements and safeguard the industry against disease.
By partnering with retailers, the National Pork Board utilized digital marketing and holiday promotions toward the end of 2025 to keep pork at the center of the plate across thousands of stores.
With the start of a new calendar year comes the release of the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs). The updated guidelines reinforce a focus on whole, natural and real foods, including nutrient-dense proteins like pork that support balanced eating patterns.
The U.S. pork industry’s on-farm audit system, the Common Swine Industry Audit (CSIA), is undergoing the most comprehensive update in its history. Ongoing evaluation and improvement of industry audit programs support continuous progress, strengthen credibility, and reinforce the U.S. pork industry’s commitment to responsible animal care.
The results of the quarterly survey came in outside the high range of expectations. However, there is plenty of uncertainty about future supply as expectations for growth largely hinge on productivity improvements. Breeding herd on December 1 was still 0.9% lower than a year ago, which will tend to cap growth this winter.