A wholesome, safe food supply that is produced responsibly is an expectation we all share.
Our Commitment to Responsibility America’s pork farmers have known for many generations that responsible and sustainable animal agriculture not only is the right thing to do but also makes good business sense. Using resources wisely, caring for the land for future generations and promoting animal well-being are age-old principles of pork farming still in practice, though today they encompass the latest in science and technology.
Principles Guide Our Actions Through strong state and national farmer-led organizations, our efforts and commitment to advancing responsible animal agriculture are stronger and more comprehensive than ever before. Every individual involved in pork farming, from barn workers to farm owners, must uphold a set of ethical principles every day. As an industry, we publicly affirm our obligation to these principles: • Produce safe food • Protect and promote animal well-being • Ensure practices to protect public health • Safeguard natural resources in all practices • Provide a work environment that is safe and consistent with the other ethical principles • Contribute to a better quality of life in our communities
Proactive. Forward Thinking. Pork industry leaders know that the ethical principles come to life only through continuous education, training, reinforcement and adoption of these principles as part of our business culture. For more than 20 years the industry has promoted: • Education and training programs to producers and allied employees to bring best practices into the farm setting • Research in areas such as animal health and environmental management • New technology and production practices that deliver on the promise of responsible animal agriculture To learn more about responsible pork farming, visit porkcares.org. America’s pork farmers proudly celebrate the USDA’s 150th anniversary.