In a sign of strengthening partnerships and trust, NPB representatives met with two of Japan’s largest importers of U.S. pork and one of the country’s leading retailers recently. Growth is anticipated in this market due to the commitment by one of Japan’s largest retailers to increase their purchase of U.S. pork, replacing Canadian pork in …
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Apr 12
NPB Update | Introducing Our First Chief Sustainability Officer
NPB announced today it has named its first Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) by appointing an industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience in sustainability and environmental program leadership. James “Jamie” Burr took the role of National Pork Board CSO on March 27. Burr leads the sustainability team of five public health, animal welfare …
Mar 29
NEW: Pork & Partners Program Connects with Health Professionals
Pork and Partners, a community for nutrition professionals, was launched by NPB last week to build strategic and mutually beneficial relationships with health professionals, to help build their skills and knowledge while being a credible resource. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) present a large opportunity to reach thousands of consumers each year. NPB is committed to …
Mar 01
Putting Pork on the Dinner Plate
Families are seeing higher prices at the grocery store and are challenged to put together a family meal while sticking to a budget. NPB is working hard to become a resource for consumers of the widest range of cultures and socio-economic levels to show how pork can be an affordable and nutritious meal option. …
Feb 15
NASDA, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the pork industry unite in a new partnership to protect the U.S. from African Swine Fever
At the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Winter Policy Conference today, NASDA, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Pork Board (NPB) and National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) announced a new partnership to enhance coordination and preparedness to prevent and protect the United States from African Swine Fever (ASF), a deadly pig disease …
Feb 08
2022 Beef Exports Set Annual Records; Strong Finish for Pork Exports
U.S. beef exports set annual records for both volume and value in 2022, according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Pork exports finished lower year-over-year but export value was the third largest on record, trailing only the highs reached in 2020 and 2021. Pork exports continued …
Dec 21
Pig Farmers Donate to Pork for Packs Backpack Program
The Oklahoma Pork Council announced its annual donation to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma’s Pork for Packs program in the amount of $10,000. “We are so grateful to have the support of the Oklahoma Pork Council and the pork producers they represent in the fight against hunger,” said Stacy Dykstra, chief executive officer of …
Dec 13
October Pork Exports Largest in 16 Months
Pork variety meat exports were particularly strong in October at 55,271 metric tons (mt) – up 33% from a year ago and the second largest volume on record. Pork variety meat export value was record high at $126.2 million, up 29%. While growth was driven primarily by record volume exports to China/Hong Kong (up …
Nov 22
Holiday Dinner Ideas from the Pork Board
In this time of giving thanks, we give ours to you. Thank you for everything you do to support the pork industry each day — we’re grateful for your feedback, support and partnership. Below are a few of our favorite pork recipe ideas that are perfect for celebrating with family and good friends. Happy Thanksgiving! From …
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