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Latest hogs and pig report shows slight increase in numbers

First quarter pigs report stayed in line with economist projections with tighter margins, Dave Bergmeier writes. Read More

K-State swine nutritionist Jason Woodworth says more than 10,000 pigs from commercial swine units in Minnesota and Ohio were used in recent research trials, noting that industry partners are integral to research happening at the university. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension)
Dave Bergmeier, Editors, Livestock, Livestock Markets, Swine

Pork industry has positive eye toward 2026

A small piglet in the farm. Swine in a stall. Shallow depth of field portrait of young pig in the farm.
Dave Bergmeier, Swine, USDA

U.S. hog inventory down 1%



Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

New February feedlot webinar series from Iowa State

Iowa global ag trade webinar

Record hog and pig inventory forcing prices lower