Pork producers run their operations using the latest production methods, precise feed rations, the best animal science, and the newest technologies and innovations to help them produce the safest, most nutritious pork. They also benefit from federal programs and fair federal regulations. Without them, producing pork can be a challenge. NPPC ensures that programs and policies help, not hinder pork production.
hog farms in the United States
hogs marketed annually
of hog farms in the U.S. are family farms
Agriculture is experiencing a severe labor shortage, and pig farm employment has declined since 2021, despite the industry’s high wages and competitive benefits. The industry is historically dependent on a range of foreign guest worker visa programs to help meet workforce needs, including the H-2A, TN, and J1 visa programs.
Read MoreAnimal health and maintaining consumer access to high-quality, affordable pork are top priorities for America’s pig farmers. California Prop. 12 opens a Pandora’s box of state regulatory overreach that threatens family farms across the country. This overregulation hurts farmers, increases costs for consumers, and compromises our nation’s food security.
Read MoreIn the National Pork Producers Council’s (NPPC) weekly recap: NPPC applauds animal health legislation in House, Senate; House funding bill includes provisions beneficial to producers; Senate confirms Vaden as…
In the National Pork Producers Council’s (NPPC) weekly recap: WOAH adopts international standard for ASF vaccines; groups ask White House to support International Ag Institute; and NPPC’s 37th annual…
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 4, 2025 — At the 2025 World Pork Expo today, leaders from the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) delivered a clear message: the pork industry’s future will…