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Ham for the Holidays
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The Truth of the Matter
Learn the truth about NC hog farms
Five things to know about NC hog farms and hurricanes
Here are five things to keep in mind as we continue through hurricane season.
- Things have improved dramatically in the past 20 years.
- NC hog farms have fared well during devastating hurricanes.
- More than 300 hog lagoons in the floodplain have been voluntarily closed.
- Municipal waste treatment plants represent a greater threat than hog farms.
- Beware of photos claiming to show flooded hog farms. Click here to read more >>
Nominate a worthy colleague for annual awards
Nominations are now open for the following categories:
- Hall of Fame
- Outstanding Pork Producer of the Year
- Emerging Leader Award
- Award for Excellence in Innovation
- W.W. Shay Award for Industry Distinction
Deadline is Dec. 1, 2022.
Hog Farm documentary now available
Hog Farmer: The Trials of Joey Carter is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video. The documentary, filmed by Raleigh filmmaker Jason Arthurs, follows Duplin County hog farmer Joey Carter through the Smithfield nuisance lawsuits in 2018. To learn more about the documentary and for a link to the streaming service, go to HogFarmerFilm.com.
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Almond-Stuffed Pork Chops
Basic stuffed chops with almond crunch. Serve with a mixed green salad and sautéed green beans.