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What should you do to prevent a PEDV infection? And if your herd gets PEDV, how can you survive it? Here’s help.
The PEDV storm came and went. PEDV seems to have faded into the background of daily life. However, when it hits a sow farm, it is every bit the monster it was when we first saw it. It’s time for a review.
Water is often the forgotten nutrient in swine programs. Iowa State University assistant professor Laura Greiner shares six ways to make sure pigs are getting the best start possible in the nursery.
From feral swine damage prevention to foot-and-mouth disease vaccine purchases, USDA APHIS has been focused on critical work for animal agriculture amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are five noteworthy achievements.
The competition is heating up around the world as more countries look for ways to fill the pork protein gap caused by the after-effects of the deadly ASF virus. Experts share how the U.S. can grow exports.
The FDA approved a first-of-its-kind intentional genomic alteration in a line of domestic pigs on Monday.
South Korea authorities are building more fences to raise its guard against the deadly African swine fever virus. Since October 2018, 883 cases of ASF have been discovered in wild boars in border areas.
China’s pig and sow herds, ravaged by African swine fever over the past two years, recovered to more than 90% of normal levels by the end of November, the official news agency Xinhua said.
As African swine fever rages in Vietnam, the U.S. pork industry, through a $1.7 million USDA FAS grant, is studying the virus in real time as the disease breaks on farms across Vietnam. Here’s an update on the latest.
Ventilation systems need regular check-ups to prevent environmental issues that can compromise pig health. Winter audits are especially important, with ventilation running at low levels with little room for error.
No matter if you’ve just graduated, or have been out of school for thirty years, education continues throughout your lifespan. Truly learning, versus just being trained, makes the difference.
Livestock producers will face more feed cost inflation next year than they have in a decade, challenging their ability to recover from a difficult, volatile 2020.
The North American Meat Institute’s lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of California’s Proposition 12 received key support from the federal government and 20 states with the filing of two amicus briefs.
Getting pigs off to a good start is both an art and science, and even under the best of circumstances it can be challenging. Here are five key areas to for producers to focus on this year.
China’s securities regulator said hog futures would be listed on the Dalian Commodity Exchange on Jan. 8, as the world’s top pork producer finally rolls out a commodity contract that’s been discussed for over a decade.
NPPC says it looks forward to working with the U.S. Trade Representative in 2021 on numerous trade-related issues, including the U.S. rejoining the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership.
When it comes to the global pork market, how much do other countries care about taste? Although every culture has its own definition, Pork Checkoff’s Norman Bessac says there are three basic things customers want.
While hogs have grown heavier and leaner over the years, improvements in handling and processing have allowed for improved quality.
The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2021 Stakeholders Summit will be hosted virtually May 5-6 bringing top thought leaders in the industry together to discuss hot-button issues and out-of-the-box ideas.
2020 hog slaughter has certainly challenged capacity this year, and it’s been a good test – and no minor test at that – said Iowa State University ag economist Lee Schulz.
President Donald Trump told reporters Wednesday he has asked the Justice Department to look into allegations that U.S. meat packers broke antitrust law.
An RNA genetic sequencing method studied by researchers at the University of Minnesota finds that rapid, unbiased pathogen detection can be achieved at the species and strain level.
Three meat industry trade groups sent a letter to the nation’s governors seeking to prioritize meat and poultry workers for COVID-19 vaccinations following healthcare workers and those in long-term care facilities.
As the dust settles on a difficult 2020, the National Pork Producers Council is gearing up for a busy 2021. A new administration and congressional turnover means educating policymakers about pork producer priorities.
Measuring antibody response to a commonly used vaccination against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus could better predict swine reproductive success than common genetic selection strategies.
Behind the walls of a hulking industrial compound in rural China, top pig producer Muyuan Foods is trying to raise more hogs on a single site than any company in the world - a risky investment with deadly ASF lingering.
U.S. pork exports continued on a torrid pace through the first 10 months of the year, with exports up 15% over last year and now accounting for 26% of all U.S. production.
Adapting market development programs for U.S. pork, beef and lamb to a COVID-impacted world and meeting the changing needs of international consumers were dominant themes of the USMEF Strategic Planning Conference.
Affordable health insurance is a pain point in rural America, an issue National Rural Health Association says is getting worse, not better. Now, agricultural groups are helping find solutions for farmers and ranchers.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration extended its COVID-19 emergency declaration for Hours of Service (HOS) waivers for the transportation of livestock and livestock feed through Feb. 28, 2021.