Hog Industry News
Paul Yeske, DVM, was named the American Association of Swine Veterinarians’ 2024 Howard Dunne Memorial Award recipient during the association’s 55th Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn.
Angela Baysinger, DVM, was installed as president of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians during the association’s 55th Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn.
Meet the AASV Young Swine Veterinarian of the Year honored during the 55th American Association of Swine Veterinarians Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tenn.
South Korea’s leading animal nutrition company EASY BIO announced the acquisition of a 100% stake in Devenish Nutrition LLC, a U.S. corporation specializing in feed additives.
Melissa Farber Billing, DVM, was recognized for her proficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of veterinary service as well as her tireless service to the American Association of Swine Veterinarians.
Holden Farms’ Veterinarian Matt Allerson was honored as the 2024 Swine Practitioner of the Year by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians during the association’s annual meeting in Nashville, Tenn.
Here’s a peek at some of the great work pork companies are doing in communities across the country.
Senator Lincoln Hough received the Outstanding Legislator Award during the 2024 Missouri Pork Expo. He was chosen for his outstanding support of the Missouri pork industry and all of agriculture.
Merck Animal Health and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships to 10 veterinary students for 2024. Here’s a list of the winners.
The Iowa Pork Producers Association tips its hat each year to local leaders. Here are the 2024 winners.
By popular request, the Expo will feature a new schedule and entertainment options for visitors.
A round-up of news headlines about great things happening in the pork industry.
Smithfield Foods has named Kraig Westerbeek as president of its hog production operations effective Feb. 29, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Shane Smith.
Adam Dohrman, chairman of the Missouri Pork Association, announced Chris Chinn from Clarence, Mo., as the recipient of the prestigious Chairman’s Award during the 2024 Missouri Pork Expo on Feb. 20.
Five young Missouri swine enthusiasts were named Missouri Youth Pork Ambassadors during the 2024 Missouri Pork Expo on Feb. 20.
Nancy Hovel’s pork promotion efforts go back to the early 1990s when she first started to help organize the Goodhue County Pork Producers Food Stand at the Goodhue County Fair.
Experience, dedication and commitment to the land are why Jay Moore received the 2024 Environmental Steward of the Year award by the Minnesota Pork Board. Being a good neighbor is of upmost importance to him. Here’s why.
There’s no question too big or too small for Ashley Englin, new swine specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in northwest Iowa.
Pride for what came before them and a desire to continue the legacy centers the work of the Anderson Family and Anderson Farms of Belgrade, Minn.
Representing agriculture has been a lifelong mission for Minnesota Senator Bill Weber. His passion for advocating for agriculture has been apparent and genuine throughout his time in office.
Leading by example sets the standards on a team by building trust, creating a collaborative environment and forming a culture of accountability. This is how Aaron Hoffmann of Schwartz Farms Inc. shows up as a manager.
Here’s why the Canadian Pork Council is “saying no to a bad deal.”
The ability to connect people to each other and agriculture and the ability to identify challenges before they happen are two talents Dave Preisler used throughout his career working on behalf of Minnesota pig farmers.
Jim and Pam Pool provided an initial gift to jump start the Endowed Chair position in Applied Swine Nutrition at K-State. The endowment will support future faculty to maintain excellent academic standards.
A new collaboration plans to target research studying two swine diseases -- PEDV and PPRS -- as well as immune system function in pigs and piglets using a cutting-edge yeast-based technology.
Here’s a round-up of news headlines from Indiana, Iowa and Illinois state pork associations.
The Ohio Pork Council recognized several top volunteers for their outstanding contributions to the state’s pork industry recently at the Ohio Pork Congress. Here’s a look at this year’s winners.
On Monday, February 5 the news of Bill Northey’s passing quickly spread through the agriculture industry, of which he dedicated his professional life to serving.
According to two sources, in recent days the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York has interviewed former ADM employees, ramping up pressure on the global commodities giant.