Disease Alert: PED Jan 8, 2025
Swine Health Ontario is spearheading the Ontario initiative to improve disease prevention, detection, response, containment and elimination, leading to better decisions and added value at the farm and industry levels.
Research presented at the 2026 American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) Annual Meeting offered new insight into how medication delivery, water quality, and treatment protocols can influence health outcomes in commercial swine production. Several presentations and posters focused on practical issues veterinarians and producers face when delivering medications through water systems, as well as treatment […]
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Nor-Feed, a global specialist in plant-based extracts for animal nutrition and health and part of the Adisseo group, has announced the appointment of Nicolas Tessier as General Manager, effective March 1, 2026. Tessier succeeds Olivier Clech, who will transition to a non-executive role on the company’s Board of Directors after leading the organization for more […]
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An Australian Approach to Balancing Welfare and Economics in Pork Production | Steve Coleman
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By Swine Web News Desk Piglet survival remains one of the most important performance indicators in modern swine production, and new trial data suggests that targeted heating strategies in the farrowing crate can play a significant role in improving outcomes. A recent trial conducted in Chile compared a heat mat system designed for piglet zones […]
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By Swine Web News Desk Iowa Select Farms recently partnered with emergency responders and industry organizations to host a livestock trailer rollover response training, helping first responders better prepare for the rare but challenging scenario of a livestock transportation accident. The hands-on training took place at the Iowa Falls Fire Department and was organized in […]
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Dr. Clayton Johnson has been named the 2026 recipient of the Meritorious Service Award, recognizing his outstanding dedication and service to the American Association of Swine Veterinarians and the swine industry. Johnson serves as Director of Veterinary Services at Carthage Veterinary Services in Carthage, Illinois, where he leads a team of veterinarians working with production […]
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UMN Extension has a key role in the certification of pig transporters, specifically the folks who haul pigs from farm to farm, and those who deliver market hogs to regional harvest facilities. Pork Checkoff’s transport curriculum, Transport Quality Assurance (TQA), includes current handling and transportation content in a course for truck drivers. Drivers complete the […]
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Proper maintenance of ventilation equipment plays a critical role in maintaining the health, comfort, and productivity of pigs in modern swine barns. According to Nat Stas, Technical Services Director with PIC North America, ventilation systems are responsible for ensuring pigs have sufficient oxygen while maintaining stable humidity levels inside the barn. Ideally, relative humidity should […]
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USMEF partners with Honduran importer to expand the range of U.S. beef and pork cuts utilized in San Pedro Sula’s foodservice sector. USMEF conducted a series of training sessions with key hotel, restaurant and café customers of Honduran importer Grupo Alza in the northern city of San Pedro Sula. With a metro area population of […]
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SwineWeb Industry Outlook examines the structural forces shaping pork production beyond the daily news cycle. Quick View: Five Forces Shaping Pork Production Margin discipline is driving strategic decisionsProducers are prioritizing cost certainty, operational resilience, and financial control after several years of volatility. Herd health is becoming structuralDisease risk — particularly PRRS — is influencing facility […]
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