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Jennifer Shike

As the brand leader of Farm Journal’s PORK and host of “The PORK Podcast,” Jennifer Shike pairs her deep animal science expertise with a heart for the people in the pork industry. Her work is a vital resource on swine health and biosecurity, reporting on threats such as PRRS, PED and African swine fever. By keeping a close watch on national and state policy, she translates trade deals, California’s Proposition 12, environmental regulations and farm bill updates into what they mean for American pork producers.

Latest Stories
EPA
Ag Policy
EPA Administrator Nominee Regan Hosts Roundtable with Ag Leaders
EPA Administrator-designate Michael Regan hosted a virtual roundtable with members of the Ag CEO Council and staff, composed of leaders of some of the largest agriculture and farm organizations in the U.S.
January 08, 2021 03:12 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Wild Pig
Industry
Western States Unite to Keep Feral Pigs from Crossing U.S.-Canada Border
Invasive species councils in Montana and Washington are serious about preventing Canadian feral pigs from crossing into the western United States.
January 07, 2021 04:32 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Farmers to Families Food Box Program
Ag Policy
USDA Announces Fifth Round in Farmers to Families Food Box Program
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the USDA will purchase an additional $1.5 billion worth of food for nationwide distribution through the Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
January 05, 2021 09:59 AM
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Jennifer Shike
Export ship
Beef Production
A Look at U.S. Pork and Beef Export Market Opportunities in 2021
When it comes to meat export markets, particularly pork, 2020 was a year to remember. Here’s why 2021 holds promise for both U.S. pork and beef export opportunities.
January 04, 2021 03:51 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Gene editing
Ag Policy
USDA Oversight of Gene-Edited Livestock: A Seismic Shift for Agriculture
USDA announced its intent to have primary oversight over gene-edited livestock. Secretary Perdue said this would be a significant step in modernizing regulations of agricultural animals produced by genetic engineering.
December 21, 2020 03:01 PM
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Jennifer Shike
Obstacles to Opportunities Logo
Industry
Animal Agriculture Alliance Virtual Summit Turns Obstacles to Opportunities
The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2021 Stakeholders Summit will be hosted virtually May 5-6 bringing top thought leaders in the industry together to discuss hot-button issues and out-of-the-box ideas.
December 10, 2020 10:49 AM
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Jennifer Shike
Livestock Hauler
Industry
Hours of Service Waivers Extended Again for Livestock and Feed Haulers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration extended its COVID-19 emergency declaration for Hours of Service (HOS) waivers for the transportation of livestock and livestock feed through Feb. 28, 2021.
December 04, 2020 02:43 PM
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Jennifer Shike
JBS Greeley Plant
Industry
JBS USA Removes At-Risk Workers Amid Community COVID-19 Surge
To protect essential frontline workers, JBS USA has voluntarily removed hundreds of at-risk workers from a Greeley, Colo., beef plant in response to rising COVID-19 infections in the community.
December 04, 2020 12:16 PM
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Jennifer Shike
ASF VIrus
Beef Production
USDA Awards $14.4 Million in Farm Bill Funding to Protect Animal Health
From increasing practical livestock biosecurity measures to advancing rapid depopulation and disposal abilities during animal disease outbreaks, Farm Bill funding will support endeavors to protect animal health.
December 01, 2020 01:38 PM
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Jennifer Shike
African swine fever (ASF) could be the biggest event in animal protein for years, as the devastating disease spreads beyond China’s borders.
Markets
African Swine Fever’s Global Impact
African swine fever (ASF) could be the biggest event in animal protein for years, as the devastating disease spreads beyond China’s borders.
November 18, 2020 07:41 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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