Source: PORK BUSINESS, 1/8/19


   
A new study from the University of Arkansas has confirmed what many have known for some time – America’s pig farmers are producing a product that has become increasingly sustainable over the past five decades. According to the new study, A Retrospective Assessment of U.S. Pork Production: 1960 to 2015, the inputs needed to produce a pound of pork in the United States became more environmentally friendly over time. Specifically, 75.9% less land was needed, 25.1% less water and 7.0% less energy. This also resulted in a 7.7% smaller carbon footprint.

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