Reports from three swine publications indicate the 2023 World Pork Expo was a success. Authors cite camaraderie, concerns about personal and professional health and touch on the top issues covered in seminars and presentations. Prop 12, labor, input costs, biosecurity, market opportunities and new technologies were topics of high interest, as were world-class BBQ and fellowship.
Source: National Hog Farmer, June 18, 2023. Link.
WPX continues to provide value to producers and the industry as a single event to see what’s new, collect information and compare notes, all with the goal of producing safe, nutritious, affordable pork for U.S. and global consumers.” Scott Hays, NPPC president
Source: PORK, June 13, 2023. Link.
There’s no question the U.S. pork industry is in major turmoil and producers are struggling. But in general, the comments heard around the trade show were that despite the challenging industry environment, producers were optimistic, and conversations were good.
Also see: World Pork 2023 Review with Casey Bradley, PhD, swineweb (video), June 15, 2023. Link. (29:38)