Hog Health
Is wean-to-market filtration the next leap in biosecurity for producers brave enough to challenge the current paradigms of PRRS control?
As construction costs for a standard finishing barn approach $1 million, experts discuss how today’s contract growers can protect their ROI through enhanced biosecurity, manure management and a heightened focus on the first 48 hours of pig reception.
Genetic selection is a viable tool for reducing incidence of pelvic organ prolapse, but research shows body condition score and perineal score need to be part of the solution.
Discover the critical risk factors and proven measures that can help producers break the cycle of disease infection in grow-finish operations.
While the fear of PRRS rebreaks remains a major hurdle for producers, veterinarian Reid Philips says a systematic, coordinated approach can turn the “impossible” goal of elimination into reality.
While the technical tools for disease control exist, the real power to defeat endemic viruses lies in the daily, disciplined decisions made on the farm and a commitment to industry-wide collaboration.
From lifelong achievements in global health to pioneering mentorship programs, discover how these 2026 award recipients are shaping the future of swine medicine.
From clinical mastery in the barn to pioneering technical expertise and the rapid rise of the next generation, discover the stories behind this year’s top honorees at the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.
Make note of these faces and names who will be the swine industry’s next generational of veterinary leaders.
Biosecurity doesn’t stop at the barn door—the feed your pigs consume daily represents a critical, yet often under-recognized, pathway for pathogen introduction.
Although the swine industry has largely learned to live with endemic influenza, Andrew Bowman warns that passive acceptance is a costly mistake. Discover why he believes shifting from management to elimination is “not rocket science” and which three core strategies can break the cycle for good.
New research reveals that continuous camera monitoring combined with targeted feedback can reduce biosecurity violations by more than 70% on commercial sow farms. How can this data-driven shift from reactive audits to proactive surveillance provide a high-return investment for your operation?
As global protein markets evolve, U.S. producers face a shifting landscape of technology breakthroughs and complex regulatory challenges. How will international adoption and consumer perception either disrupt or drive the future of the pork industry?
With a combined 70 years of professional excellence, Mike and Lisa Tokach are pillars of the pork industry. Though their career paths differ, their shared dedication has resulted in a prolific legacy of research, veterinary care and industry advancement.
From school lunch victories to disease elimination, National Pork Board and National Pork Producers Council leaders detail the collaborative strategies transforming the industry’s future.
A pork industry panel delves into the latest updates on the National Swine Health Strategy at the 2026 National Pork Industry Forum. Here are some of the takeaways.
Expert warns that the U.S. represents a geographic region susceptible to the introduction of JEV. Discover the critical clinical signs to monitor.
A new guide offers water line cleaning protocols and provides the essential tools to eliminate biofilms and boost animal performance. Learn how to optimize medication efficacy and reduce production costs with these free, step-by-step management strategies.
Get an inside look at the hot topics veterinarians are discussing at the 2026 American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting.
With antibiotic resistance on the rise, a recent study highlights how health-focused direct-fed microbials can significantly reduce mortality and intestinal colonization in pigs challenged with F18+ E. coli.
Industry experts say its time to move beyond isolated management to a culture of transparency and shared diagnostics. Here’s how the integration of real-time data, AI and regional collaboration is transforming the fight against PRRS and other critical swine health challenges.
There’s no question the 2026 SHIC Plan of Work lays out a multitude of important topics to tackle in the year ahead. But it’s the process that goes into developing this plan that is the most important.
Industry experts unveil a bold 11-step road map to finally achieve a world without PRRS. By applying hard-won lessons from the eradication of pseudorabies, this strategy challenges the industry to overcome its “belief gap” and secure a healthier future for the national herd.
The U.S. is intensifying its proactive measures to safeguard the pork industry from the devastating threat of African swine fever through enhanced border security and industry collaboration. Here’s what you can do to help make a difference.
New oral therapies combine targeted antibiotics with anti-inflammatory agents to improve swine health.
Persistent African swine fever outbreaks in Asia and Europe highlight continued viral pressure. USDA urges pork producers to remain vigilant in keeping this disease out and devotes the week of March 1-7 as ASF Action Week.
Spain, the European Union’s leading pork producer, has reported the first two cases of ASF in wild boar outside of the original outbreak area.
Tom Wetzell, DVM, earns top honors for a lifetime of service to Minnesota Pork. His career reflects a deep commitment to service, collaboration and the long-term well-being of pig farmers and veterinarians alike.
Whether challenges arise from lateral breaks or endemic pressure originating at the sow farm, the fundamental question remains: How do we effectively raise and care for compromised pigs? Although no clear answer exists, here are a few ideas from a swine production system in the Midwest facing these same challenges.
Although rotavirus species A and C are among the most common causes of diarrhea in young pigs, new evidence suggests some strains may also affect the porcine respiratory tract.