Tough Markets Ahead? How Pork Producers Are Preparing for 2027 | State of the Pork Industry Report

With economic headwinds looming and margin pressure projected into 2027, what should pork producers be doing right now to protect the bottom line without sacrificing herd health? In this quarterly installment of the State of the Pork Industry Report, host Jennifer Shike sits down with industry lead…

The Pork Podcast: Brett Stuart: Is the Bottom in Sight? | Episode 57

People across the globe know Brett Stuart as the go-to mind for global protein trends, famous for his sharp data, honest delivery and on-the-ground market research. But his grounded perspective wasn't born in a high-rise office—it was forged on a cattle ranch out West. When his father passed away …

The Pork Podcast: Andy Rash: The Power of Asking ‘What If?’| Episode 56

In modern pork production, market swings, rapid tech shifts and sheer volumes of data can quickly become overwhelming. How do the best leaders cut through the noise, embrace the chaos, and ask the bold questions that move the needle? In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits dow…

The Pork Podcast: Hyatt Frobose: Modern Stockmanship in Tech-Driven Barns | Episode 55

If you ask Dr. Hyatt Frobose what he wants written on his headstone someday, it isn’t corporate titles—it’s simply "Stockman." In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, Jennifer Shike catches up with longtime friend, industry leader, and Kansas stockman Hyatt Frobose. As North America Com…

The Pork Podcast: Jackie Bowman Ponder: From the Coal Mine to the Pig Barn | Episode 54

What can a 25-year trial lawyer, a University of Chicago MBA, and a former coal mining executive teach us about the future of the pork industry? A lot more than you might think. In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Jackie Bowman Ponder, owner and chief legal offi…

The Pork Podcast: Clint Schwab: Building the Future of Swine Genetics | Episode 53

How do we bridge the gap between highly complex genetic science and practical, bottom-line solutions for commercial pork producers? In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Dr. Clint Schwab, Vice President of Technology and Customer Success at AcuFast Genetics. A lif…

The Pork Podcast: Jill Resler - The Impact of Today’s Decisions on Tomorrow’s Farmers | Episode 52.

How do you lead over 3,000 family pig farms into the next generation while keeping your own boots dirty on the farm? In this episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Jill Resler, the CEO of Minnesota Pork. Jill isn't just an executive leading from a boardroom; she is a Sout…

The Pork Podcast: Kyle & Ellen Knauth: Building Proven Genetics & Winning Show Pigs

When you walk the aisles of the Indiana State Fair or San Antonio, the name Knauth is synonymous with champion banners and high-selling lots. But what does it take to build a powerhouse sow herd from the ground up? In this episode of The Pork Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Kyle and E…

Pork Podcast: Mike Paustian - Dirty Boots Science | Episode 50

How does a PhD microbiologist end up leading the Iowa pork industry through its greatest modern crisis? In this milestone 50th episode of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with Mike Paustian—a man who sits at the unique intersection of cutting-edge science and generational farming. P…

The Pork Podcast: David Newman and Glynn Tonsor: Pursuing One More Pound | Episode 49

In Episode 49 of The PORK Podcast, host Jennifer Shike sits down with two heavyweights of the industry: Dr. David Newman, CEO of the National Pork Board, and Dr. Glynn Tonsor, Agricultural Economist from Kansas State University. The goal? A radical vision called "One More Pound." If every America…