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Jennifer Shike

As the brand leader of Farm Journal’s PORK and host of “The PORK Podcast,” Jennifer Shike pairs her deep animal science expertise with a heart for the people in the pork industry. Her work is a vital resource on swine health and biosecurity, reporting on threats such as PRRS, PED and African swine fever. By keeping a close watch on national and state policy, she translates trade deals, California’s Proposition 12, environmental regulations and farm bill updates into what they mean for American pork producers.

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Retail Industry
After Late Night of Stripping E15 and Wrangling Pesticide Amendments, the House Passes a Farm Bill
In a major legislative milestone, the House-passed H.R. 7567 offers a roadmap for the next five years of American agriculture.
April 30, 2026 10:41 AM
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Jennifer Shike
Deer Tick
Retail Training
Tick Safety Guide: Preventing Alpha-Gal Syndrome and Lyme Disease
Learn how to protect yourself from ticks, alpha-gal syndrome and Lyme disease with expert tips on prevention, proper clothing and safe tick removal.
April 10, 2026 01:22 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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Retail Business
Beyond the Blame Game: Navigate the Mental Toll of Modern Ag
When market pressures mount, “toughing it out” can feel like the only option—but it might be your biggest risk.
April 03, 2026 07:30 AM
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Jennifer Shike
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Retail Industry
From Constraints to Catalysts: How Ag Leaders Turn Hardships into Strategy
When the daily demands of an operation become overwhelming, long-term strategy is often the first thing to go. But what if hard times are actually the best time to grow?
April 02, 2026 10:27 AM
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Jennifer Shike
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Retail Business
A $10.4 Trillion Engine: Agriculture Drives One-Fifth of the U.S. Economy
After a nearly $900 billion surge in growth over the past year, the U.S. food and agriculture industry continues to serve as a primary engine for national commerce, trade and local economic stability across every state, a new study shows.
March 31, 2026 09:43 AM
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Jennifer Shike
EPA
Retail Industry
Trump, Zeldin Announce ‘Largest Deregulatory Action in U.S. History’
EPA eliminates 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding and vehicle emission standards to save taxpayers $1.3 trillion.
February 12, 2026 03:14 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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Weather
A 2014 Repeat? Why This Meteorologist Sees ‘Bumper Crop Potential’ for 2026
From La Niña to El Niño, what does the shifting Pacific mean for your 2026 yields? Atmospheric scientist Matt Reardon leans toward optimism while keeping his eyes on these factors.
February 11, 2026 11:00 AM
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Jennifer Shike
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Retail Industry
Preserving the Future: How Tennessee is Protecting Farmland While Driving Development
From incentives for conservation easements to a push for sustainable industrial growth, Gov. Bill Lee shares his strategy to protect the future of agriculture in Tennessee.
February 09, 2026 05:37 PM
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Jennifer Shike
North American Free Trade Agreement will be renamed USMCA, for U.S., Mexico and Canada.
Retail Industry
No Trade Agreement Can Boast the Success of USMCA, The Meat Institute Says
USMCA has been a boon for the American meat, livestock and poultry sector, along with the broader American food and agriculture economy and ancillary industries, The Meat Institute says in comments to the USTR.
November 03, 2025 02:31 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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Retail Industry
Tragic Turn: Trailer of Show Pigs Bursts Into Flames on I-80
About a mile after he passed a car on fire, Chad Rieck noticed smoke rolling out of his trailer. Within a minute or two, his trailer carrying gilts back from Aksarben was on fire.
October 02, 2025 02:29 PM
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Jennifer Shike
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