News  Agriculture  Livestock

World Pork Expo Showcases What’s Next for Pork Production

National Pork Producers Council’s Doug Frickey discusses this year’s event and what attendees are seeing on the expo floor.

June 04, 2026 04:27 PM • 
Neal Burnette-Irwin

DES MOINES, Iowa (RFD News) — Thousands of pork producers from around the world are gathering in Iowa this week for the World Pork Expo.

The annual event serves as one of the pork industry’s premier gatherings, showcasing the latest developments in production, technology and market trends.

Doug Frickey with the National Pork Producers Council joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report with an update from the event.

During his conversation with RFD News, Frickey highlighted some of the exhibits and attractions available to attendees and discussed the overall mood among producers attending this year’s event.

Frickey also shared what he enjoys most about World Pork Expo and what continues to make the annual gathering a key event for the pork industry.

Related Stories
a6xPccx9.jpg
Trade
USMEF Pushes for Action on African Trade Barriers
USMEF says several African markets continue imposing barriers that limit opportunities for American meat exports.
June 03, 2026 06:12 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
beef cattle.jpg
USDA
First Case of New World Screwworm Detected in the United States
The bovine case was detected in a three-month-old calf in Zavala County, Texas.
June 03, 2026 04:00 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
cute cows_Alex Templeton_FarmHER RanchHER Season &
News
BREAKING: Possible Case of New World Screwworm Found in South Texas
June 03, 2026 03:56 PM
 · 
Currey McCullough
ioZWgDKi.jpg
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture
Scarborough Farms Earns Spot Among YF&R Finalists
John and Savannah Scarborough have expanded their operation to include livestock, microgreens, and compost production.
June 03, 2026 03:21 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
uQWgK4bX.jpg
Sustainability
Arkansas Farm Trail Showcases Huffman Family Farms
The family operation offers farm-raised meats, fresh produce, and an on-site market for visitors.
June 03, 2026 02:44 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
JeqibTUx.jpg
Livestock
Lamb Production Declines as Prices Move Higher
Texas A&M economist David Anderson says sharp declines in lamb and mutton production are helping support higher prices.
June 03, 2026 01:50 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Load More

Midwest Industry Concerns Pork
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

bInxSLQi.jpg
Crops
White Mold Remains Costly Threat to Soybean Growers
The aggressive disease can lead to significant yield losses without timely treatment.
June 04, 2026 01:01 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
gEhcCzbR.jpg
USDA
Rollins Details USDA Response to New World Screwworm
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined federal efforts to contain the pest and prevent further spread.
June 04, 2026 12:59 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
NmhEVZRP.jpg
Crops
Peanut and Cotton Groups Commit More Than $1.4 Million to Research
Funding will support studies focused on production challenges, crop management and new opportunities for growers.
June 03, 2026 03:24 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
wJvqIF5U.jpg
Rural Health Matters
Rural Health Matters: Tick-Borne Illnesses on the Rise
Dr. Jeffrey Gold addressed growing concerns surrounding Lyme disease and other illnesses carried by ticks.
June 03, 2026 03:18 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
LSpWMW7F.jpg
Crops
LSU AgCenter Explores Brazil’s Sugar Industry
The trip gave researchers a firsthand look at Brazil’s massive sugarcane industry and production practices.
June 03, 2026 02:47 PM
 · 
Craig Gautreaux
9bNAviBS.jpg
Rural Lifestyle
Aggie Ice Cream Offers a Taste of Utah State’s Dairy Program
The university’s dairy program combines hands-on education, technology and dairy production.
June 03, 2026 02:45 PM
 · 
Neal Burnette-Irwin
Load More
Agriculture Shows
ChampionsOfRuralAmerica_Header-v01b_1920x1080.jpg
FarmTraveler_HdrGrphcWNewCropLogo_1920x1080.jpg
Agri-PulseNewsmakers_HdrWLogo_20250307_1920x1080.jpg
The New Crop
Champions of Rural America
Champions of Rural America is a half-hour dive into the legislative priorities for Rural America. Join us as we interview members of the Congressional Western Caucus to learn about efforts in Washington to preserve agriculture and tackles the most important topics in the ag industry on Champions of Rural America!
Farm Traveler
Farm Traveler is for people who want to connect with their food and those who grow it. Thanks to direct-to-consumer businesses, agritourism, and social media, it’s now easier than ever to learn how our food is made and support local farmers. Here on the Farm Traveler, we want to connect you with businesses offering direct-to-consumer products you can try at home, agritourism sites you can visit with your family, and exciting new technologies that are changing how your food is being grown.
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Featuring members of Congress, federal and state officials, ag and food leaders, farmers, and roundtable panelists for debates and discussions.
The New Crop
RFD-TV has partnered with a handful of agricultural social media influencers whom we have dubbed The New Crop. These folks have taken to the internet to tell their stories and to raise awareness of where our food comes from and all that goes into feeding the world population.