Pork producers are questioning Subway’s announcement this week that the chain is moving to serving “only protein from animals that have never received antibiotics.” During a press call this morning coordinated by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance, Dr Jennifer Koeman with the National Pork Board said the restaurant chain has not said how they expect to accomplish this action … Read More
NPPC Questions Prison Pork Removal
This week, NPPC asked the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) for more details on its decision to remove pork from the menu at its 122 facilities beginning Oct. 1, the start of the new fiscal year. A BOP Spokesman has stated that the move was supposedly based both on costs and the results from a survey of federal inmates. NPPC … Read More
Apply for Pork Checkoff Board of Directors
The Pork Checkoff’s Board of Directors is now accepting nominations to fill five three-year terms. State pork producer associations, farm organizations or anyone who pays into the Pork Checkoff, which includes pig farmers and pork importers, may submit nominees. Pork Act Delegates must rank a minimum of eight candidates before being sent to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack for … Read More
1st America’s Pig Farmer of the Year Named
The National Pork Board has named Keith Schoettmer recipient of its first-ever America’s Pig Farmer of the Year. The pig farmer from Tipton, Indiana, was recognized for his excellence in raising pigs using the We Care ethical principles and connecting with today’s consumers about how pork is produced. “We are pleased to have Keith represent America’s pig farmers, and we … Read More
Chubby Chipotle Campaign Exposes "Burrito Disguise"
A full-page ad ran in the New York Post last week highlighting the Center for Consumer Freedom‘s Chubby Chipotle campaign. The ad exposes Chipotle’s “healthy” burritos as 1,500 calorie meals. The ad also points out that in addition to their Burrito Disguise, Chipotle is also facing a class-action lawsuit for alleged violation of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. “Chipotle … Read More
Ag Industy Comments on TPP Negotiations
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations have successfully concluded in Atlanta and many believe it will benefit all sectors of the U.S. economy by boosting U.S. exports and eliminating trade barriers. “While the full details of the partnership will not be released until the President presents it to Congress, cattle producers are assured this is a true 21st century agreement,” said … Read More
House Reauthorizes Mandatory Livestock Price Reporting
The House has voted to reauthorizing Mandatory Livestock Price Reporting through 2020. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the National Pork Producers Council applaud this bill, saying it will ensure cattle producers have access to critical market information. “We thank the members of the House in passing this important legislation to ensure cattlemen and women have access to market information,” said NCBA … Read More
Senate Reauthorizes Mandatory Livestock Price Reporting
U.S. Senator Pat Roberts, R-Kan., Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, has announced Senate passage of H.R. 2051, the Agriculture Reauthorizations Act of 2015. The bipartisan legislation reauthorized Mandatory Price Reporting (MPR), the National Forest Foundation Act and the U.S. Grain Standards Act (USGSA). “I’m proud to lead a Committee that gets things done in a … Read More
NPPC Urges South Africa to Lift Restriction on US Pork
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is continuing to urge South Africa to lift their restrictions on U.S. pork. The United States and South Africa are continuing to discuss market access for U.S. meat and poultry; the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is continuing a review of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which benefits South Africa; … Read More
Serve on Pork Checkoff Program Advisory Committee
The National Pork Board is currently accepting applications to fill positions on nine Pork Checkoff program advisory committees. The committee system provides in-depth analysis and oversight of specialized projects and programs, including the planning, budgeting, goal-setting and evaluation of Pork Checkoff programs. “Serving on Pork Checkoff advisory committees is a great opportunity for producers to show their support of the … Read More