Pork industry warned to adapt or face extinction in Des Moines
Orville K. Sweet of the National Pork Producers Council warned at a Pork Value Conference that the pork industry must read signs and respond intelligently or risk extinction. He cited a consumer demand for lean products, the checkoff program raising 8 million dollars yearly, and the April 1980 hog crisis as contexts for a new game plan to win with shoppers.
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Realistic push for lean pork amid market pressures
A pork industry leader warns lean meat goals must fit profit, processing costs, and retailer demand. He notes fat content reductions rose over a decade but stresses economic incentive and consumer needs. He cites volume profits, case space, and potential gene tech as future steps, urging US adaptation and innovation.
Block announces farm disaster changes and insurance sign up
Washington DC final sign up for USDA all risk crop insurance ends August 31 in most areas. Secretary Block warns Congress limits disaster payments to counties with no insurance. Insurance coverage expands to nearly 3,000 counties covering corn wheat cotton grain sorghum rice barley and 22 other crops. Farmers urged to sign up, call county ASCS or toll free 1 800 447 4700 for agents.
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