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Iowa's Thriving Pork Industry: Facts, Figures, and Future Outlook

Discover key facts about Iowa's pork industry, including its leading role in production and exports, impact on the economy, and ethical practices. Learn about the evolution of pork production in Iowa and the importance of animal welfare, food safety, and environmental stewardship in the industry.

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Iowa's Thriving Pork Industry: Facts, Figures, and Future Outlook

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  1. Iowa Pork Industry

  2. Iowa Pork Facts • Iowa #1 pork producing state in U.S. • Around 30 million hogs are raised annually • Approximately 1/3 of total U.S. production • 6,266 pork producing farms in Iowa • Iowa #1 pork exporting state

  3. Iowa Pork Facts • Approximately 19 million hogs are being raised on family farms at any one time. • As of June 1, 2015, there were 21 million hogs on Iowa family farms.

  4. Iowa Pork Facts • More than 40,000 jobs are directly related to daily production.

  5. Iowa Pork Facts • Production alone contributes nearly $7.5 billion annually to the Iowa economy.

  6. Iowa Pork Facts • Total value-added contributions by hog farmers to the state is $4 billion annually.

  7. Abundant feed supply 25% corn & 39% soybeans fed to pigs Iowa #1 pork exporting state • Iowa lead the nation in pork exports in 2012 with more than $1.4 billion in sales.

  8. Iowa #1 pork exporting state • The top international customers for Iowa pork are Japan, Canada and Mexico.

  9. Iowa’s Pork Producers ... 94% of Iowa’s farms are family farms

  10. It’s not what it used to be! Pork production has changed

  11. Diversified farms: A little of everything --- pigs, cows, sheep, etc … Smaller farms Most farms were owner / operator farms Open lots/pastures Pigs were fat Public … some connection with agriculture Farms are highly specialized with their production Larger & fewer farms Numerous farm systems Confinement Pigs are lean Public … little connection with agriculture 50 Years of Change 1960 2010

  12. Even with all these changes … Our ethical principles continue to be… • Protecting animal well-being • Producing safe food and protecting public health • Safeguarding natural resources • Supporting our communities and being good neighbors

  13. Animal care is first and foremost …

  14. Ensuring pork quality & safety ... a top priority

  15. Ensuring Food Safety … • Pork producers establish a herd health plan. • Work closely with a veterinarian. • Only specific, targeted use of antibiotics. • Maintain medication records. • Track all treated animals.

  16. Caring for the Environment … using practices to protect Iowa’s rivers, lakes & streams

  17. Being good neighbors

  18. Pork Production is Good for Iowa!

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