Pork producers from across the U.S. travel to Washington, D.C., urging Congress to address Prop 12’s impact on prices, family farms, and interstate commerce in the pork industry.
Read MoreThe International Conference on Pig Livability will be held November 5–6, 2025, in Omaha, presenting expert panels and breakout sessions on innovative solutions to improve pig survival and swine industry practices.
Read MoreBuilding a high-functioning team isn’t just a nice thing to do, experts say there is a strong business case to do it. Companies that cultivate strong, collaborative teams consistently outperform their competitors, driving innovation, engagement and results, according to the FranklinCovey Blog. Studies have shown that high-performing teams are significantly more productive and creative than ineffective teams, making more-informed decisions and saving more time while producing better results. High-functioning teams also see higher employee engagement and job satisfaction, reducing turnover by 50%. Joel DeRouchey, professor swine nutrition and state Extension leader at Kansas State University, says building a high-functioning ‘team’ is one of the most important things you can do to achieve success, whether it’s your team at work, a volunteer committee, or even your family. Though the size and dynamics of each of those teams varies greatly, what makes them high functioning doesn’t. Shar
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