In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: NPPC leads the charge asking USTR to ‘recommit’ to aggressive trade agenda; NPPC’s Dr. Johnson represents U.S. pork at Codex meeting on contaminates in foods; personnel moves bolster NPPC’s public policy profile; USDA Swine Contract Library highlights usage, improvement opportunities; USDA holds Data Users’ Meeting following NASS program change announcements; and Tai testifies on Administration’s 2024 trade agenda. Take a deeper dive below.  NPPC leads the charge asking USTR to ‘recommit’ to aggressive trade agenda | NPP ..read more

Washington, D.C., April 17, 2024 — The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is pleased to announce several staff updates to enhance the organization’s advocacy efforts. Andy Curliss will join the organization as vice president of strategic engagement, effective April 22, 2024. In this new role, Curliss will lead a range of efforts focused on expanding the reach and influence of the U.S. pork industry. “As our industry evolves due to changing policies and economic challenges, we are excited to welcome Andy back to Team Pork,” said Bryan Humphreys, NPPC CEO. “With his in-depth a ..read more

In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: pork producers push priorities with members of Congress; Agriculture Chair Thompson says Farm Bill will move in May; Iowa pork producer attends Japan prime minister’s congressional address; U.S. pork exports continue to surge in 2024. Take a deeper dive below.  Pork producers push priorities with members of Congress | Agriculture Chair Thompson says Farm Bill will move in May | Iowa pork producer attends Japan prime minister’s congressional address | U.S. pork exports continue to surge in 2024 Pork Producers Push Prior ..read more

In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: NPPC’s Stevermer shares stage with Agriculture Sec. Vilsack in USDA roundtable; NPPC helps set export promotion priorities for USMEF; NPPC weighs in on oversight of emerging biotechnology; NPPC’s Johnson participates in food policy conference; and National Trade Estimate Report details barriers to U.S. exports. Take a deeper dive below. NPPC’s Stevermer shares stage with Agriculture Sec. Vilsack in USDA roundtableNPPC helps set export promotion priorities for USMEFNPPC weighs in on oversight of emerging biotechnologyNPPC’s Jo ..read more

In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: NPPC leads bipartisan discussion on implications of Prop. 12, Question 3; USDA’s latest Hogs and Pigs Report portends positive 2024; coalition weighs in on proposed effluent guidelines for meat packers; NPPC participates in HHS Healthy People 2030 initiative; swine veterinarians tour National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility. Take a deeper dive below. NPPC leads bipartisan discussion on implications of Prop. 12, Question 3USDA’s latest Hogs and Pigs Report portends positive 2024coalition weighs in on proposed effluent guidelines ..read more

In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: NPPC applauds USDA purchase of more pork for food nutrition, assistance programs; NPPC’s Dr. Carr engages in Codex Commission; President’s budget requests funding for swine programs; USDA issues final ‘Product of USA’ labeling rule; and House Ag labor group recommends reforms to H-2A program. Take a deeper dive below. NPPC applauds USDA purchase of more pork for food nutrition, assistance programsNPPC’s Dr. Carr engages in Codex CommissionPresident’s budget requests funding for swine programsUSDA issues final ‘Product of USA ..read more

In this week’s National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) Friday recap: Producers approve traceability resolution at annual meeting; SEC climate rule victory a relief for agriculture producers; USDA issues final Packers & Stockyards Act rule; NPPC’s Formica says EPA’s WOTUS rule still problematic for farmers; NPPC installs new officers, elects board; and pork industry leaders recognized at Pork Industry Forum. Take a deeper dive below. Producers approve traceability resolution at annual meetingSEC climate rule victory a relief for agriculture producersUSDA issues final Packers & Stockyard ..read more

Introducing Lori Stevermer of Easton, Minnesota as 2024-2025 president of the National Pork Producers Council. The post Meet Lori Stevermer, 2024-2025 NPPC President appeared first on National Pork Producers Council ..read more

Thank you to Scott Hays of Monroe City, Missouri, for serving as of the National Pork Producers Council in 2023-2024. The post Outgoing 2023-2024 NPPC President Scott Hays appeared first on National Pork Producers Council ..read more

CHICAGO, Illinois, March 7, 2024 — The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) proudly announces the induction of new officers and the election of members to its board of directors.  “We are thrilled to welcome these accomplished individuals to NPPC’s board of directors,” said NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys. “Their diverse backgrounds and proven track records will provide valuable perspectives and strategic insights as the pork industry navigates the challenges and opportunities ahead.” The 2024-2025 NPPC board officers are as follows [Read full bios here]: Lori Stevermer of Easton, Minne ..read more