Media Statement

Media Statement 01/29/25

NPPC Congratulates, Shares Zeldin’s Vision to Lead EPA

WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 29, 2025 – The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) President-Elect Duane Stateler, a pork producer from McComb, Ohio, released the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Lee Zeldin to serve as Administrator to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “Pork producers appreciate and need the freedom to farm without overregulation, while at the same time respecting our environment and natural resources. As leaders in sustainability, pork producers have…

Media Statement 05/01/24

NPPC Statement on Congressional Farm Bill Developments

The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) President Lori Stevermer, a pork producer from Easton, Minn., released the following statement on today’s Farm Bill developments. “The Biden Administration and Congressional Republicans agree that Congress must correct the market chaos caused by California Proposition 12. This misguided initiative burdens American consumers with higher pork prices and jeopardizes…

Media Statement 05/11/23

NPPC Statement on SCOTUS Opinion on California Proposition 12

“We are very disappointed with the Supreme Court’s opinion. Allowing state overreach will increase prices for consumers and drive small farms out of business, leading to more consolidation. We are still evaluating the Court’s full opinion to understand all the implications. NPPC will continue to fight for our nation’s pork farmers and American families against…

Media Statement 03/06/23

NPPC Statement on “Product of the USA” Label Rule

NPPC is still reviewing the proposed “Product of the USA” label rule and plans to submit comments. Today’s fully integrated and globally competitive North American market benefits consumers, American farmers, and the U.S. economy. It is important that the proposed rule not violate international obligations under the WTO and agreements with our Canadian and Mexican…

Media Statement 12/22/22

NPPC Applauds Senate Confirmation of Dr. Emilio Esteban as USDA Undersecretary for Food Safety

Congratulations to Dr. Emilio Esteban on his Senate confirmation as USDA Undersecretary for Food Safety. Dr. Esteban brings decades of experience to his new position, and we look forward to continuing to work with him and his team at USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to further our common goal of producing safe, wholesome pork…

Media Statement 12/22/22

NPPC Applauds Senate Confirmation of Doug McKalip as USTR Chief Agricultural Trade Negotiator

Congratulations to Doug McKalip on his Senate confirmation as USTR Chief Agricultural Trade Negotiator. More than $8.1 billion of pork products are exported to over 100 countries, supporting more than 100,000 U.S. jobs across the pork production chain. We look forward to working with McKalip and his team to further strengthen and expand markets across…

Media Statement 12/21/22

NPPC Statement on the Confirmation of Alexis Taylor as USDA Trade Undersecretary

Congratulations to Alexis Taylor on her Senate confirmation as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs. Her experience and knowledge of agricultural policy and trade issues will serve our industry well.

Media Statement 12/19/22

NPPC Statement on Philippines Extension of Reduced Pork Tariff Rates Through 2023

Statement by Terry Wolters, NPPC president and owner of Stoney Creek Farms in Pipestone, Minnesota “The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) applauds Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s announcement on the extension of lower tariff rates on pork and other food items. Gaining better market access to the Philippines has been a top trade priority for…

Media Statement 11/30/22

U.S. Pork Producers Praise Biden Administration’s Efforts to Avert Rail Disruptions

The National Pork Producers Council applauds the administration for its leadership in addressing the challenges associated with rail shipments and taking actions to avert further supply chain disruptions of agricultural goods. Having stability and predictability in the U.S. supply chain supports American farmers and the U.S. economy by ensuring consumers have access to fresh and…

Media Statement 10/11/22

SCOTUS Oral Arguments Media Briefing Recording

The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) briefed media following oral arguments on NPPC vs. Ross before the U.S. Supreme Court. Below is an audio recording from the briefing. Listen to the Recording NPPC does not permit the rebroadcast or retransmission of this audio event in its entirety, without expressed written consent. When using soundbites, please give attribution…