Euthanasia of hogs, packing plant problems, selling to local consumers, and other challenges being faced by pork industry producers and processors, has been all over the news. University of Nevada, Reno Extension is providing a venue for producers across the country to discuss their challenges and possible solutions with each other and experts in a free online session Tuesday, May 19, 10-11:30 a.m. PST. Organizers hope to help lead discussion on possible alternatives and opportunities. Organizers hope to help lead discussion on possible alternatives and opportunities, including exploring the possibility to distribute hogs to interested persons for personal consumption. Speakers/panelists include:
Chichester said this is truly a baffling and stressful time for many of the nation’s agricultural producers.