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<br /> The Pork Industry<br /> at a Glance<br /> For the latest updates, visit pork.org or call the<br /> Pork Checkoff Service Center (800) 456-7675.<br /> <br /> Quick Facts<br /> Welcome...<br /> Thank you for your interest in learning more about the dynamic U.S.<br /> Pork Industry through Quick Facts, a Pork Checkoff publication.<br /> As you'll see in the following pages, the story of pork production in<br /> America offers a unique and fascinating look at how modern livestock<br /> production has evolved. While the economies of scale are unlike those<br /> of past decades, the commitment of today's pork producers remains<br /> unchanged – to provide their communities and the world with safe,<br /> wholesome and sustainable sources of high-quality pork.<br /> For 25 years, the Pork Checkoff has worked successfully to advance the<br /> pork industry through promotion, research and consumer information<br /> programs. 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