STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: PORK State of the Industry: The next generation of pork consumers Pork industry must embrace opportunities to connect with younger demographics. Jason Menke October 24, 2024 No Comments Long-term consumption trend remains flat to declining on a pounds-per-person-per-year basis.Read More
Sensory analysis finds over 110 unique flavor nuances in pork Pork fat alone has around 30 flavor nuances. Industry News July 26, 2024 No Comments New sensory science research analyzes optimal flavor compatibility of pork.Read More
Patrick Fleming returns to NPB to drive domestic pork demand NPB welcomes Patrick Fleming as vice president of demand development. Industry News July 1, 2024 No Comments Patrick Fleming leads the marketing and domestic demand team on a data-driven approach to make pork more relevant to more Americans.Read More
National Pork Board elects new officers The USDA swears in the new board of directors. Industry News June 7, 2024 No Comments The National Pork Board announces five new board members and four new officers.Read More
Four new members join National Pork Board USDA appoints new members to the National Pork Board. Industry News May 23, 2024 No Comments All four appointees serve three-year terms beginning June 2024 and ending June 2027. Read More
NPPC and NPB unveil Pork Leadership Institute class of 2024 Nineteen individuals from across the nation join the PLI. Industry News January 3, 2024 No Comments Comprehensive, yearlong PLI program comprises five sessions designed to provide a deep understanding of the industry.Read More
USDA announces National Pork Board appointments Five appointees join the National Pork Board. Industry News April 14, 2023 No Comments All five appointees will serve three-year terms beginning June 2023 and ending June 2026.Read More
National Pork Board names first chief sustainability officer The National Pork Board elevates sustainability leadership position to C-suite level. Industry News April 10, 2023 No Comments James "Jamie" Burr leads the sustainability team of five public health, animal welfare and environmental experts.Read More
NPPC recognizes Mike Telford and William Herring Mike Telford receives the Paulson-Whitmore State Executive Award. Industry News March 23, 2023 No Comments William “Billy” Herring was inducted into the National Pork Industry Hall of Fame.Read More
USDA announces appointments to the National Pork Producers Delegate Body Appointments cover 152 delegates, including 147 producers and five importers. Industry News February 15, 2023 No Comments The delegate body meets annually to recommend the rate of assessment, determine the percentage of assessments that state associations will receive and nominate producers and importers to the National Pork Board. Read More