A study published by researchers from the University of North Carolina has left us shaking our heads once again. This one claims that the closer you live to a hog farm, the more likely you are to visit a hospital …
Jen Kendrick, Author at NC Pork Council
Post-tropical cyclone Ian has little impact on NC pig farms
Ian moved through North Carolina yesterday as a post-tropical cyclone, bringing rain and tropical storm force winds to most of the state.
Initial reports indicate that no pig farms have experienced any significant issues. There are no reports of impacts …
2022 scholarship recipients announced
RALEIGH – The North Carolina Pork Council Scholarship Committee, chaired by Denise Mason, has selected six students to receive $1,000 scholarships this year.
The scholarship committee and the North Carolina Pork Council as a whole, take great pride in supporting …
With an active hurricane season predicted, here are five things to know about NC hog farms and hurricanes
Hurricane season is officially here and NC State researchers have predicted an above-average season with 17-21 named storms. Here are five things to keep in mind as we enter hurricane season.
Things have improved dramatically in the past 20 …
Remembering the Porkettes
Since the beginning, women have been a part of the rich history of agriculture and pork production. Whether they are caring for animals, operating feed mills, completing groundbreaking research or fighting for our industry on Capitol Hill, there is not …
Dr. Shannon Wiley: Investing in communities through investing in youth
by Milosh McAdoo, NC Pork intern
The passing down of skills, techniques and passions has been a cornerstone of the agriculture industry for centuries. For many farmers, the traditions of taking care of livestock and crops were taught by parents, …
Four honored at 2022 NC Pork awards luncheon
RALEIGH – Four individuals were honored at a recent awards luncheon as part of the North Carolina Pork Council’s annual conference. Dr. Todd See, chairman of the conference committee presented the awards along with NCPC President Jared Porter. The following …
Celebrating National FFA Week and the impact of pig production
by Milosh McAdoo, NC Pork intern and former NC FFA State Officer
There is something special about seeing a young person sporting the blue corduroy jacket of the National FFA Organization. This jacket may not be this year’s trendiest fashion …
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA PORK COUNCIL
In accordance with provisions stated in Article VIII of the North Carolina Pork Council Bylaws, notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of the members of the Council will be held on Thursday, March 3 at 7:45 am at …
Animal science major joining NC Pork for a semester of learning
Nestled in the central portion of North Carolina, right at the divide of I-40 and I-85, Efland is one of those small towns that can easily be missed if you’re not looking for it. I am Milosh McAdoo, and this …