Pork Industry Seeks Clarity on Trade Deals, Labor Policy and Processed Food DefinitionVideo: Pork Industry Seeks Clarity on Trade Deals, Labor Policy and Processed Food Definition
When Duane Stateler joined the National Pork Producers Council board, he expected his biggest challenge would be pushing back against California’s Proposition 12 while working to expand markets. Instead, he’s now navigating trade disputes and a new MAHA report that puts sausage in the crosshairs as a processed food. Labor shortages and the next farm bill are also on the agenda — all while he continues running his Macomb, Ohio farm and serving as board president.