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.
Water is the most consumed nutrient in any swine operation, yet it often receives less attention than feed. While feed quality is closely controlled, waterline systems can gradually accumulate organic material and microbial populations. Over time, biofilm can develop on the inner surfaces of pipes, creating an environment where bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms can […]
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Low-protein diets may be nitrogen-deficient for optimal growth in pigs. Previous work showed a benefit in grower pigs when dietary nitrogen, either through protein or non-protein nitrogen, was increased. The objective of this study was to determine the impact of dietary nitrogen content and source on finisher pig performance. Finisher pigs were fed a nitrogen-deficient […]
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Soil type, drainage and pig behavior influence pasture productivity and long-term success of outdoor swine systems. Pasture-based pig production continues to grow across Michigan as farms diversify livestock enterprises and meet demand for locally raised pork. Outdoor systems provide pigs with access to fresh air, forage and soil, but these environments also put pressure on […]
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A new wave of research funding is set to sharpen how antibiotics are used in pork production—bringing more precision, more data, and ultimately, better long-term outcomes for herd health and industry sustainability. At the center of this initiative is a focus on reducing uncertainty. Producers and veterinarians have long relied on experience and evolving best […]
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What actually happens when you operate under Prop 12 for three years? In this episode, Brent Hershey shares real-world results from his operation—moving beyond uncertainty to measurable performance gains. 👉 Record piglet production 👉 98.3% conception rates 👉 Mortality under 10% 👉 No additional labor required 👉 Heat stress effectively eliminated This isn’t theory—it’s operational […]
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The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) took center stage in Washington, D.C. this week, leveraging National Agriculture Day and high-level government engagement to reinforce key priorities for U.S. pork producers. NPPC’s board of directors attended the White House’s Celebration of Agriculture, where Donald Trump recognized the contributions of America’s farmers and emphasized the urgency of […]
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Moving faster than disease In today’s swine production environment, diseases move fast—and we can’t afford to fall behind. The scale, speed, and interconnectedness of today’s systems mean that pathogens can move through production networks faster than traditional biosecurity measures can track. Written protocols still matter, but they are no longer enough on their own. The […]
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As manure application season ramps up, one of the highest-risk activities in pork production is often hiding in plain sight. Manure is a valuable nutrient resource—but it is also one of the most efficient vectors for disease transmission across farms. Recent pressure from PEDv and PDCoV has reinforced a reality producers can’t afford to overlook: […]
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Pork production today operates with extraordinary precision. Producers closely monitor genetics performance, feed conversion, herd health, and barn environmental conditions with remarkable accuracy. Across North America, the industry has invested heavily in technologies and management systems designed to improve efficiency and predictability inside the barn. Yet one critical part of the system often receives far […]
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