PORK INDUSTRY ECONOMIC UPDATE
Analysis of the USDA Hogs and Pigs Report - what do the numbers mean? Read this report and more on John Lawrence’s Web site.
Be sure to check the current market reports to the right. →
IN THE NEWS
If you’re one of the more than 200 Iowa confinement site manure applicators who haven’t attended training yet this year, pay attention: you have only until Dec. 31 to complete training requirements. If you don’t attend a training in 2008, you’ll need to take a make-up exam next year. Read more in this news release from the Iowa Manure Management Action Group at ISU. 11/12/2008
IPIC Quality Management Systems coordinator Terry Faidley has developed a QMS template for participation in the National Animal Identification System’s Premises ID number program. The three-page plan in pdf format helps producers create an effective and efficient individualized plan for their operations. 10/09/2008
Light test weight grains could provide positive economic impact to pork operations. South Dakota State University Extension swine specialist Bob Thaler says farmers should consider using lower priced, lower test weight corn in their swine feeding programs. Decreasing corn cost can help offset lower feed efficiency, but he cautions users to be sure mold and mycotoxin concerns are properly addressed before switching to the lower test weight grains. More information is on the SDSU Web site. 09/25/2008
