From Local to Global: Advocacy Panel Discusses Pork Industry Policy Playbook
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 4, 2025 — At the 2025 World Pork Expo today, leaders from the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) delivered a clear message: the pork industry’s future will be strengthened by a united, proactive approach
Farmer Sentiment Reaches a Four-year High in May
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Farmer sentiment improved for the second consecutive month in May, reaching its highest level since May 2021. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 10 points to a reading of 158, up from 148
Purdue Scientists Develop Paper-Based Avian Flu Test, Boosting Early Detection Capabilities
Purdue University scientists have unveiled a new paper-based diagnostic test that enables rapid, on-site detection of avian influenza — a major breakthrough for disease surveillance and control in the field. The technology, which uses nasal or oral
USDA Secures New Dairy Market in Costa Rica
The USDA announced expanded market access for U.S. dairy exports into Costa Rica. In May, Costa Rica’s National Animal Health Service approved the first American dairy cooperative for export under the country’s new streamlined registration system. “Securing
SHIC/AASV Webinar on New World Screwworm Set for June 13
The Swine Health Information Center in collaboration with the American Association of Swine Veterinarians will host a webinar titled Emerging Risk of New World Screwworm and Efforts to Prevent Re-introduction into the US. The webinar will be