Roy Graber Roy Graber is a senior reporter at WATT Global Media. From the AuthorInternational TradeSustainability rules reshape US grain export accessNAEGA's Alejandra Castillo says shifting EU deforestation and biofuel rules add uncertainty for exporters.Livestock & Poultry DiseasesChaos of PRRS compared to an office burning downJBS technical director says he feels the industry is getting smarter in dealing with outbreaks, but the disease still “has a way of making us seem dumb.”International TradePork exports give big boost to US soybean, corn sectorsPork's global reach ripples through feed grain markets, Indiana producer says.Worker SafetyRoof fire occurs at Alabama rendering plantNobody was injured in the incident at Tyson Foods’ River Valley Ingredients facility.African Swine FeverChina's hog sector faces major herd liquidationPost-ASF overproduction, declined consumption amid demand for other proteins cited as key reasons.International TradeNPPC hopes for USMCA renewal with minimal changesTrade agreement's continuation would give U.S. pork preferential market access into the two countries, integrate the three nations' supply chains and facilitate collaboration on animal health issues.Livestock & Poultry DiseasesPRRS costs US pig industry billions annually as ASF threat persistsNational Pork Board CEO discusses swine health plan with Oklahoma State University ag dean Jayson Lusk.African Swine FeverASF remains a major concern for National Pork BoardThe United States is much more prepared for a potential outbreak than it was in 2019, but preparedness efforts continue.Legal NewsCalifornia man gets 3 years for $4.8M canola theftA Fresno man and his accomplice stole millions of dollars' worth of canola meant for cattle feed, then sold it to farms and dairies through a Texas contact.Animal Feed Regulations & SafetyCoalition urges Congress to include Prop. 12 fix in farm billNearly 400 agricultural groups say California's animal housing law creates regulatory uncertainty, drives up pork prices.African Swine FeverASF in Spain challenging Pilgrim’s Pride pork businessSpain’s inability to export to China has created an oversupply of sausage and other pork products in Europe.African Swine FeverASF response plans require thorough cooperationIndustry and government officials stress the need for detailed planning and cross-sector collaboration to manage potential African swine fever outbreaks.Page 1 of 12Next Page
