The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) voiced its support of President Biden’s fiscal 2025 budget, which proposed $29.2 billion in discretionary authority for the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). The proposed amount would be a $2 billion increase from the 2023 level.
“NPPC advocated for and supports increased funding for USDA programs that address animal disease prevention and preparedness and programs that support agricultural producers,” the association said in its most recent capital update. “NPPC appreciates the administration’s acknowledgment and willingness to address the pork industry’s concerns for keeping the US swine herd healthy and keeping food safe.”
The budget addresses several funding requests that would benefit the pork industry including money allocated to African swine fever (ASF).
Proposed funding for USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) includes: Read more