In the weekly recap from the National Pork Producers Council: NPPC hails proposed rule to allow faster packing plant line speeds; Thompson talks Farm Bill 2.0 with Illinois pork producers; groups support EPA rule on CWA NPDES permits; and NPPC participates in 102nd USDA Ag Outlook Forum as commodity outlooks are released. Find out more…
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 17, 2026 — The National Pork Producers Council applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s proposed rule to update the New Swine Inspection System’s line speed regulations to increase efficiency at pork processing plants. The proposal aims to remove maximum line speed limits for establishments operating under NSIS. Participating establishments will be allowed to set…
In the weekly recap from the National Pork Producers Council: NPPC’s Stateler hits Capitol Hill as House Farm Bill 2.0 drops; U.S., Taiwan finalize reciprocal trade agreement; U.S. signs new trade agreements with Argentina, Bangladesh; new rule restores H-2A workers ability to obtain CDLs; ag, business groups want Regulatory Flexibility Act strengthened; and USDA to…
America’s Pig Farmers Appreciate Proposed Prop. 12 Fix in Farm Bill 2.0 WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 13, 2026 – U.S. pork producers are one step closer to critical regulatory certainty—and consumers closer to keeping pork affordable—with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson’s (R-PA) Farm Bill 2.0, which includes a federal fix to the massive issues…
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 13, 2026 – In a key win for U.S. pork producers, President Trump has finalized a beneficial trade agreement with Taiwan, a direct result of the National Pork Producers Council’s long-fought effort to secure greater market access in the Asian nation. “Our 15-plus year endeavor to break down trade barriers in the…
In the weekly recap from the National Pork Producers Council: new trade deals concluded with Central American countries; Trump, India’s Modi finalize trade agreement; Vaden says USDA employees moving out of DC starting this summer; U.S. Senate honors women in agriculture; and Congress approves funding package to keep government operating. Take a deeper dive below.…
In the weekly recap from the National Pork Producers Council: House Agriculture Farm Bill markup set for late February; and top Ag Committee democrat to run for governor. Take a deeper dive below. Listen to the Capital Update Here! House Agriculture Farm Bill Markup Set for Late February Top Ag Committee Democrat to Run for…
In this week’s recap from the National Pork Producers Council: Pork Leadership Institute 2026 class selected; USDA Deputy Secretary Vaden calls Prop. 12 ‘internal protectionism’; House funding bill would renew AGOA for one year; and EPA seeks nominations for advisory committee. Take a deeper dive below. Listen to the Capital Update Here! Pork Leadership Institute…
Des Moines, Iowa (Jan. 22, 2026) – The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and the National Pork Board (NPB) are proud to announce the Class of 2026 for the Pork Leadership Institute (PLI), a premier program designed to equip pork producers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead the industry forward. This year, 19…
In this week’s recap from the National Pork Producers Council: Agriculture Secretary Rollins visits with Pennsylvania pork producers; congressional agriculture leaders agree on advancing workforce, farm bill in 2026; Trump administration says California Proposition 12 is a war on farmers, consumer choice; Waters Advocacy Coalition supports new WOTUS Rule; U.S. House approves AGOA renewal; and…
