SwineCast: Recent Episodes
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SwineCast 1254 Show Notes:
- U.S. swine producers will face continued economic challenges for the first portion of 2024, with a reduction in feed costs arriving by summer. But producers will still need to improve herd health and make their production systems more efficient if they are to survive.
- The At The Meeting team welcomes back Mark Greenwood, a recently retired executive with Compeer Financial, to discuss what producers can control as 2024 swine markets unfold.
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1253 Show Notes:
- The US Swine Health Improvement Plan (US-SHIP), with its House of Delegates and recently elected General Conference Committee (GCC), provides an action-oriented structure to safeguard and improve the health of the U.S. swine herd.
- The At The Meeting team talks with US-SHIP senior coordinator Dr. Tyler Holck (Iowa State University), and Mike Walker (Christensen Farms), chair of the GCC. Together, the group discusses how US-SHIP’s representative structure is critical to the industry’s future success.
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1252 Show Notes:
- The absence of improved standards for tracing the movement of pigs in the U.S. is producing unnecessary risk for producers and the industry.
- While an estimated 70 percent of producers favor improved traceability, near unanimous adoption is needed to reassure U.S. trade partners and protect producer income in the event of a U.S. foreign animal disease event. The At The Meeting team talks with Rob Brenneman (Brenneman Pork) about what is needed to improve traceability to protect the future of U.S. Pork Exports.
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1251 Show Notes:
- Recruiting the next generation of swine veterinarians is challenging, which puts the future of swine health at risk.
- The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Chris Richards (Managing Director, Apiam Animal Health) about how Apiam has successfully used mentorships, career planning, flexible workplace practices, student debt reduction, and other tools to hire and retain staff who are shaping the future of livestock veterinary services.
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1250 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System (SDRS) invited Dr. Gustavo Silva (Iowa State University) to discuss the importance of disease diagnostics for production management and the cost of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae elimination.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 68, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1249 Show Notes:
- Decreases in pork production in other EU countries have created growth opportunities for Spanish pork producers, but the potential for increasing regulation and declining consumption of pork are causing concern.
- Both threats could drive significant declines in EU pork production in the years ahead. The ATM team discusses the situation with Albert Morera at one of the EU’s largest pork producers, the Vall Companys. Mr. Morera is director general of pork and livestock divisions.
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1248 Show Notes:
- Tim Heiller with PIC shares how the DISC Personality Test can help teams work better together.
SwineCast 1247 Show Notes:
- Dr. Dusty Oedekoven (Chief Veterinarian, National Pork Board) toured the European Union and surrounding countries to learn more about how African Swine Fever (ASF) is managed.
- Key takeaway: The EU has zone standardization language and practices in place for regions with ASF. This standard helps provide bio-containment, bio-exclusion, and supports business continuity for pork operations, with some regions able to ship pork products after zone practices have been implemented during an ASF outbreak.
SwineCast 1246 Show Notes:
- Dr. Meredith Petersen (Iowa State University Swine Medicine Education Center) shares a research update on veterinary telehealth and telemedicine. Key message is telehealth offers an opportunity for improving veterinary efficiency but the current telehealth equipment needs improvement.
SwineCast 1245 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System (SDRS) invited Dr. Craig Bowen (Purdue University) to discuss Purdue’s Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory contributions, motivations to join the SDRS project, and the expected benefits for swine stakeholders.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 67, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1244 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System shares aggregate data from participating veterinary diagnostic laboratories (VDLs) in the United States of America. Plus Dr. Thomas Petznick (ArkCare) joins the conversation on the PRRSV scenario in Nebraska, enteric coronavirus biosecurity strategies, and Sapovirus epidemiology. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 66, …
SwineCast 1243 Show Notes: With several successful California Prop 12 certifications behind her, Dr. Cara Haden from Pipestone Veterinary Services has important insights about the compliance process. She shares with the At The Meeting team how important detailed documentation is to the Prop 12 certification process. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are …
SwineCast 1242 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team discusses the project’s new developments funded from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). New developments include monitoring new PRRSV variants, traceability of pathogen co-detections, and SDRS representativeness. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 65, that can also be found …
SwineCast 1241 Show Notes: The European Union swine producers are facing challenging headwinds related to economics, environmental concerns, and perceptions of livestock conditions. Is this an opportunity for U.S. producers or a foreshadowing of the future? The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Oliver Duran (Boehringer Ingelheim Leader for the Swine Technical Services Team) …
SwineCast 1240 Show Notes: Dr. Rodger Main (Professor & Director, Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory) shares updates on Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and what it will do to help food animal health monitoring in Iowa and across the U.S.
SwineCast 1239 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Pablo Pineyro (Iowa State University) to discuss discusses PCV2 monitoring strategies. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 64, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1238 Show Notes: Reducing costs and managing capital are key survival strategies during periods of challenging production economics. The ‘At The Meeting‘ team talks with John Schwartz, CEO and President of Schwartz Farms, one of the leading swine production companies in the U.S. Mr. Schwartz provides insights on how to lead during the current …
SwineCast 1237 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Amy Maschhoff (The Maschhoffs) to discuss tips and pitfalls for eliminating Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae from a large production system. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 63, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1236 Show Notes: Joni Bell (Great Caterers of Iowa and the Rib Shack), Jim Murray (National Pork Board), and Kelsey Sutter (Iowa Pork Producers Association) talk about pork’s prominence on the menu & in the meat case.
SwineCast 1235 Show Notes: Dr. Ryan Brook (University of Saskatchewan) shares how wild pigs have spread and what the future holds.
SwineCast 1234 Show Notes: Dr. Tyler Te Grotenhuis (Christensen Farms) and Dr. Mike Eisenmenger (recently retired from the Swine Vet Center) discuss with the At The Meeting team how to implement biosecurity on nursery-grow-finish sites. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. …
SwineCast 1233 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Maria Clavijo (Iowa State University) to discuss Streptococcus suis dynamics, diagnostic process, and interventions to control the clinical expression of this pathogen.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 62, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1232 Show Notes: Dr. Steve Meyer (Lead Economist, Partners for Production Agriculture) joins the At The Meeting team to discuss the outlook for current low pig prices. Lower demand and increasing costs will make 2023 a difficult year, but Meyer says it is important to remember the advantages U.S. pork producers enjoy. * On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison* are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1231 Show Notes:
SwineCast 1231 Show Notes: “Doing what we know how to do” is the best next step in efforts to eliminate PRRSv from the U.S. herd. The At The Meeting team presents a clear agenda in its continuing conversation with Dr. Scott Dee (Retired Director of Applied Research, Pipestone Veterinary Services) and Dr. Reid Philips (PRRS technical Brand Manager, Boehringer Ingelheim). The group acknowledges that PRRS elimination won’t be easy or immediately profitable, but a patient, persistent and proactive approach will yield success. * On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison* are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1230 Show Notes:
- Decades of hard work have produced a wide assortment of tools to fight the spread of PRRSv. Success and failure and no silver bullets have discouraged many – leaving the impression that the PRRSv cannot be eliminated.
- The At The Meeting team documents how far the pig industry has come with two front-line leaders in the PRRSv battle: Dr. Scott Dee (Emeritus Director, Discovery and Innovation, Pipestone Research) and Dr. Reid Philips (PRRS Technical Manager, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Inc USA).
- On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1229 Show Notes:
- Dr. Carmen Alonso (Boehringer Ingelheim Integrated Health Management) and Dr. Dale Polson (Boehringer Ingelheim Integrated Health Management) share how continuous technology monitoring (collecting various data elements like audio via SoundTalks) can identify sick pigs before humans can identify them.
SwineCast 1228 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Rebecca Robbins (PIC) to discuss Porcine Reproductive And Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV) L1C variant moving to US eastern states.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 61, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1227 Show Notes:
- Dr. Fernando Leite (Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health – US) shares an update about the various strains of Salmonella, especially Monophasic Salmonella.
SwineCast 1226 Show Notes:
- Improved sequencing tools can make PRRS elimination easier, but the techniques also show how difficult-to-change management practices help drive the continued evolution of the PRRS virus. The ATM team talks with Dr. Kim VanderWaal (University of Minnesota) to understand the tools and the practices that need to change if the industry is to erase the drain on revenues caused by PRRS.
SwineCast 1225 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Jordan Gebhardt (Kansas State University) to discuss the dissemination of swine pathogens through animal feed manufacturing facilities, feed mitigation, and biosecurity strategies, and Swine Health Improvement Plan (US SHIP) initiatives on feed biosecurity.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 60, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1224 Show Notes:
- From the 2023 Iowa Pork Congress session on Foreign Animal Diseases, Dr. Robin Holland (USDA) shares research on using oral fluids to help detect African Swine Fever.
SwineCast 1223 Show Notes:
- From the 2023 Iowa Pork Congress, moderator Ben Nuelle (Iowa Pork Producers Association Policy Director) talks with Eldon McAfee (Brick Gentry Law Firm) about cases claiming nuisance and provides an update on decisions made by the Iowa Supreme Court and other Iowa courts.
SwineCast 1222 Show Notes:
- Is your staff doing all the little things right in your swine breeding program? How do you know if they are? PICs Dr. Lori Thomas Kociemba (PIC Technical Services Manager) and Kendall Weger (PIC Reproduction Team) talk thru the keys to successful breeding outcomes.
- More information on breeding https://www.pic.com/?s=breeding
SwineCast 1221 Show Notes:
- The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Clayton Johnson (Carthage Veterinary Services) for an update on the recent data collected by the SDRS.
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 59, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.
SwineCast 1220 Show Notes:
- How are suppliers involved in biosecurity? PIC’s Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager) and Michael McKinney (PIC Key Account Manager) look at feed mill biosecurity and discuss how biosecurity pays big dividends when properly followed.
SwineCast 1219 Show Notes:
- It is likely that Denmark will soon move aggressively toward PRRS elimination. The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Nicolai Weber (Project Manager, Danish National PRRS Reduction Program) to learn the strategies and expectations of the Danish pork industry.
SwineCast 1218 Show Notes:
- Dr. István Szabó (Hungarian National PRRS Eradication Committee Member) and Dr. Adám Bálint (Hungarian National Reference Veterinary Diagnostic Directorate) share with the At The Meeting team how Hungary eradicated the PRRS virus from the majority of the country’s herds.
SwineCast 1217 Show Notes:
- What are the benefits of a strong veterinarian relationship? Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Programs Manager) share information on developing and maximizing your servicing veterinarian as a key biosecurity resource. They address how often your veterinarian should be on site and what you should expect from them in the biosecurity arena.
SwineCast 1216 Show Notes:
- From the 2022 Missouri Pork Expo, Andrew Howerton (Reliance Pork) shares about how social media is used at Reliance Pork.
SwineCast 1215 Show Notes: From the 2022 Missouri Pork Expo, Alice Roach (University of Missouri) talks about Social Media, Making A Plan, And Sticking To It. Resources from the University of Missouri: Harnessing Social Media to Build Your Business [link] Facebook and Instagram Insights [link]
SwineCast 1214 Show Notes: The U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan (US-SHIP) project has rapidly gained momentum over the past year. The At The Meeting team revisits the Swine Health Improvement Plan a year later with the leaders of the project Dr. Rodger Main (Iowa State University) and Dr. Tyler Holck (Iowa State University). On ‘At …
SwineCast 1213 Show Notes: The Squeal brings insights on technology innovation and transfer into packing plants. Drew Cashman (Fresh Pork Research, Development, and Commercialization Manager, Clemens Food Group) and Brandon Fields (Global Director, Applied Meat Science, PIC) come together to highlight how technology has been applied to reduce labor hours per pound and to create …
SwineCast 1212 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Jianqiang Zhang (Iowa State University) for an update on the recent date collected by the SDRS. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 55, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports.
SwineCast 1211 Show Notes: Last minute opposition threatens to derail a five-year effort by Wholestone Farms to build a next-generation pig processing plant in Sioux Falls, SD. The producer-owned company is planning a harvest facility that provides economic benefits while bringing producers closer to consumers. The At The Meeting team goes in-depth with Dr. Luke …
SwineCast 1210 Show Notes: Is it time to review your mortality protocols? Every livestock enterprise deals with deaths a bit differently but there should be common considerations. Dr. Deanne Hemker (PIC Health Assurance Veterinarian) and Jason Pooley (PIC Health Operations Programs Manager) walk through key points on setting up and managing mortality.
SwineCast 1209 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Marcelo Almeida (Iowa State University) for an important discussion post-weaning colibacillosis, APP outbreak investigation, and the importance of population-based samples for disease monitoring. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 54, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports.
SwineCast 1208 Show Notes: Increasing efficiency and productivity are keys to surviving the current inflationary economy–and many producers are well-positioned. The ‘At the Meeting’ team discusses the details with Brett Stuart, a founding partner of Global AgriTrends. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of …
SwineCast 1207 Show Notes: Can Animal Agriculture Come Together to Save the Planet? – Jack Bobo (Director Global Food and Water Policy,The Nature Conservancy). Jack provides context on sustainability and offers possible approaches to helping agriculture going forward. Key take away: Personalizing your stories to build trust. From the 2022 Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit, …
SwineCast 1206 Show Notes: The ATM team digs into preliminary data from one of the nation’s leading swine producers – the Pipestone System – to discover the realities of productivity and costs associated with Prop 12 compliance. Joining the team is Dr. Evan Koep from the Pipestone System, who has analyzed the various production systems …
SwineCast 1205 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Fernando Bortolozzo (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul – Brazil) for an important discussion about pre-weaning mortality, United States compared to Latin America, the Importance of day 1 care, cross-fostering, and colostrum intake, and actions to improve pre-weaning mortality. This …
SwineCast 1204 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team chats with special guest Dr. Guilherme Cezar about new features and next steps for the Swine Disease Reporting System. They also review increased PEDV activity among the US states, and PRRSV activity in the US, looking at lineages and regional spikes. This SwineCast episode shares …
SwineCast 1203 Show Notes: New challenges from PRRS virus strains in Spain and the U.S. require changes in human behavior. Reviewing a portfolio of biosecurity interventions and prioritizing those that are most practical and effective is critical. These and other PRRS recommendations are featured in the At The Meeting team’s conversation with Dr. Carles Vilalta …
SwineCast 1202 Show Notes: Economic sanctions have sparked expansion of Russian pork production to the point where export to China is likely. The At the Meeting team learns about Russia’s swine industry with Brad Heron, director of pork operations for Cherkizovo, one of Russia’s leading protein production companies. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob …
SwineCast 1202 Show Notes:
- Economic sanctions have sparked expansion of Russian pork production to the point where export to China is likely. The At the Meeting team learns about Russia's swine industry with Brad Heron, director of pork operations for Cherkizovo, one of Russia's leading protein production companies.
- On 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1201 Show Notes:
- From the 2022 Pork Academy, Dr. Sara Crawford, with Sustainable Environmental Consultants, shares insights on being sustainable in the business of pork.
SwineCast 1200 Show Notes:
- From the 2022 Pork Academy, Victor Ochoa, with SwineWorks, highlights the lack of labor, largely due to a reduction of immigration visas, and what options are available to help find people to work on farm.
SwineCast 1199 Show Notes:
- Dr. Steve Meyer, Partners for Production Agriculture by EverAg, highlights key hot issues in the economics of pork production, including markets, trade, and, at the top of the list, production costs.
- "And that's not going to get better anytime soon.", says Dr. Meyer
SwineCast 1198 Show Notes:
- Bill Even, CEO at National Pork Board, opens up the 2022 Pork Academy at the World Pork Expo with a coffee talk on sustainability, foreign animal disease, labor, and trade.
SwineCast 1197 Show Notes:
- Planning and preparing for African swine fever's arrival in the United States can feel overwhelming. To sort through it all and avoid fatigue, the National Pork Producers Council and National Pork Board have formed a working group charged with coordinating the work. The At the Meeting team learns what producers can expect when they talk with Dr. Jeremy Pittman, veterinarian with Smithfield Hog Production.
- On 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1196 Show Notes:
- The At The Meeting team learns about how pork production for some producers in Ukraine is rebounding, while, for others, their livelihood remains disrupted. Listen in as the ATM team talks with Oksana Yurchenko, president of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders. Ms. Yurchenko is hopeful that production can get back to normal but there are many challenges.
- On 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1195 Show Notes: * The Swine Disease Reporting System team has a conversation with Dr. Dustin Oedekoven (Chief Veterinarian at National Pork Board and President of the United States Animal Health Association) about swine diseases and Dr. Oedekoven's role at the National Pork Board. * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 51, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports.
SwineCast 1194 Show Notes: * The Swine Disease Reporting System team celebrates it's 50th edition with special guests to highlight the swine industry disease challenges and how SDRS can help. * Joining the celebration are Dr. Brigitte Mason (Country View Family Farms & SDRS advisory member), Dr. Paul Yeske (Swine Vet Center & SDRS advisory member), Dr. Phillip Gauger (Iowa State University), and Dr. Tara Donovan (The HANOR Family of Companies & SDRS advisory member). * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 50, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
.SwineCast 1193 Show Notes:
- The ATM team and guests provide insights into achieving Mycoplasma elimination at the system level, and the lessons these experiences might have for other swine diseases. Joining the ATM team are Dr. Paul Yeske (Swine Vet Center) and Dr. Maria Pieters (University of Minnesota).
- On 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1192 Show Notes: * From the 2022 Minnesota Pork Congress, Dave Wasserman (Cook Political Report) provides a view into US politics and the coming election year.
SwineCast 1191 Show Notes: * From the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress, Dr. Meredith Peterson (Swine Medicine Education Center) moderates a panel that brings producers insights on African Swine Fever in other countries. The panel also provides an update on ASF in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. * On the panel are Dr. Jack Shere (USDA), Dr. Verna Schutz-Schwark (DRV), Dr. Martina Oetjen (Westfleisch SCE mbH), and Dr. Keith Erlandson (Zoetis), with Dr. Meredith Peterson (Swine Medicine Education Center) as the moderator.
SwineCast 1190 Show Notes: * What are the building design considerations to house larger and faster animals? * Joining us for part three in this three part series to talk about facility design and genetic development are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
SwineCast 1189 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 49. * The Swine Disease Reporting System team brings together the lead people from the five SDRS supporting Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories to share their perspectives and updates on swine diseases. * The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory group includes Dr. Angela Pillatzki (South Dakota State University Animal Disease Research And Diagnostic Laboratory), Dr. Franco Matias Ferreyra (Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory), Dr. Jerry Torrison (University of Minnesota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory), Melanie Prarat Koscielny (State of Ohio Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory), and Dr. Rodger Main (Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory). * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 49, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1188 Show Notes: * From the 2022 Iowa Pork Congress, Dr. Jayson Lusk, Purdue University, talks about the challenges facing the pork industry, looking at key areas like concentration, capacity, and resiliency; sustainability and innovation; inflationary pressures; and politics, policy, and meat consumption.
SwineCast 1187 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 48. * This episode of the Swine Disease Reporting System covers reports of PCR detection for PRRS, Enteric Coronavirus, and Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae, plus disease diagnosis from the Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. * From Swine Disease Reporting System, experts from Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories of Iowa State University, University of Minnesota, Kansas State, South Dakota State University, and the Ohio Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, provide a regular update on swine diseases and seasonal issues of importance for producers. * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 48, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1186 Show Notes: * What's happened in efficiency and productivity and how should that affect our facility design for today and the future? * Joining us for part two in this three part series to talk about the degree and direction of genetic efforts are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
SwineCast 1185 Show Notes:
- Challenges abound for the swine industry in 2022, with staffing shortages, COVID impacts, foreign and domestic disease threats, and all the external demands for alternative production practices.
- Glenn Stolt, president and CEO of Christensen Farms, joins with the 'At The Meeting' team to provide his perspective on the opportunities for engaged leadership [audio].
- On 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), and is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1184 Show Notes:
- This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 47.
- In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares review their recent update with Dr. Luc Dufresne (Seaboard Foods & SDRS advisory member).
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 47, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1183 Show Notes: * Sometimes it's good to step back and take a look at trend lines. What's happened in efficiency and productivity and how should that affect our facility design for today and the future? * Joining us for part one in this three part series to talk about the degree and direction of genetic efforts are Dr. Saskia Bloemhof (PIC leader of the North and Latin America Genetic Services team), Nat Stas (PIC technical services specialist), and special guest Dr. Mark Knauer (North Carolina State Swine Extension Specialist).
SwineCast 1182 Show Notes:
- This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 46.
- In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares review their recent update with Dr. Peter Schneider (Innovative Agriculture Solutions & SDRS advisory member).
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 46, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1181 Show Notes:
- From the 2021 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, Mario Peña with PorkColombia, shares an update on PorkColombia's approach to understanding and monitoring African Swine Fever risks within the country of Colombia.
SwineCast 1180 Show Notes:
- From the 2021 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, Dr. Solenne Costard with EpiX Analytics highlights a cost effective approach to manage African Swine Fever.
SwineCast 1179 Show Notes:
- From the 2021 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, Rex Smiley, Clinical Scientist at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, shares several field studies on the FLEX ParvoPRRS vaccine.
SwineCast 1178 Show Notes:
- This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 45.
- In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares review their recent update with Dr. Brigitte Mason (Country View Farms & SDRS advisory member).
- This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 45, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1177 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 44. * In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares welcome the Ohio Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory to the SDRS network. The Ohio ADDL team shares their thoughts on the SDRS network. * Joining the show from the Ohio ADDL are Melanie Prarat (Ohio Department of Agriculture), Dr. Dennis Summers (Interim State of Ohio Veterinarian), Dr. Richard French (Director, Ohio Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory), and Dr. Yan Zhang (Ohio Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory). * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 44, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1176 Show Notes:
- From the 2021 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, Dr. Wes Schweer shares how health challenged pigs can benefit by using Zinpro's water soluble zinc products.
SwineCast 1175 Show Notes:
- The At The Meeting team sits down with two organizers of the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan (USSHIP) to discuss its benefits and why it is necessary.
- Dr. Rodger Main and Dr. Tyler Holck, both of Iowa State University, talk with the ATM team [Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant)] about USSHIP and how it is part of a national African Swine Fever (ASF) strategy for U.S. pork producers and that it could offer a valuable structure to return the industry to normal trade following a foreign animal disease outbreak [audio].
- 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1174 Show Notes: * If a modified live vaccine is one of your weapons against a significant PRRS break, using the labeled dose at the right time is critical. Yet this science-based fact is not always followed. * Dr. Mike Roof, Iowa State University, talks with the ATM team [Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant)] about why proper dosing of PRRS vaccines is so important in reducing the impact of a PRRS break [audio]. * 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1173 Show Notes: * This is part three of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices with Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Techical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services). This episode wraps the series with a conversation on the importance of well managed wean to finish operations as we look at proper environment and stocking density.
SwineCast 1172 Show Notes: * The emergence of PRRS 144 has increased the risks of breaks in sow herds. * Dr. Karyn Havas (Pipestone Research) and Dr. Mariana Kikuti (University of Minnesota) join The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) to identify what producers can do to reduce the threat. * 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1171 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 43. * In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares talk about sow longevity with Dr. John Deen. * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 43, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1170 Show Notes: * This is part two of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices with Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Techical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services). This episode looks at site preparation.
SwineCast 1169 Show Notes: * This is part one of a three part series looking at best wean to finish practices with Dr. Will López (PIC Wean to Finish Technical Services Specialist), Isaiah Spath (PIC Wean to Finish Techical Services), and Lance Barton (Belstra V.P. of Pig Production & Genetic Services). This episode looks at incoming weaned pigs and a new tool to help you manage the transition and grow out.
SwineCast 1168 Show Notes: * Various PRRS strains, including 144 lineage C, remain dangerously active in the Midwest pig production belt, despite a hot, dry summer. * Three veterinarians describe what they are seeing and doing to reverse PRRS-driven losses. Dr. Deb Murray (New Fashion Pork), Dr. Kat Wood (Christensen Farms), and Dr. Ryan Strobel (Swine Vet Center), have a lively and timely discussion with the The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant). * 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1167 Show Notes: * Dr. Montse Torremorell, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, shares highlights on what to expect at the 2021 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference.
SwineCast 1166 Show Notes: * This is part three of a three part series on meat tenderness with Dr. Steven Lonergan (Iowa State University), Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager), and Dr. Andrzej Sosnicki (PIC Technical Services Director). In this episode the group takes a look at animal handling, standards of practice, and carcass handling.
SwineCast 1165 Show Notes: * This is part two of a three part series on meat tenderness with Dr. Steven Lonergan (Iowa State University), Brandon Fields (PIC Applied Meat Science Manager), and Dr. Andrzej Sosnicki (PIC Technical Services Director). In this episode the group takes a look at meat tenderness and those management factors that can make a difference in the end product.
SwineCast 1164 Show Notes: * African Swine Fever (ASF) returns to the Caribbean is the focus of this 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison. After nearly 50 years, African Swine Fever (ASF) has returned to threaten the Caribbean swine population, including Puerto Rico. What are the risks for producers? * The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) puts the Dominican Republic ASF outbreak in context with Dr. Peter Fernandez, a former USDA APHIS senior executive and now working through PJF AgroStrategies Consulting, LLC to provide expertise to various U.S. agricultural industries and private entities. * 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1163 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 42. * In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes, Dr. Giovani Trevisan, and Dr. Daniel Linhares dive into PRRSv whole-herd monitoring & call for action in grow-finish. * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 42, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1162 Show Notes: * This is the Swine Disease Reporting System update number 41. * In this Swine Disease Reporting System update, Dr. Edison Magalhaes and Dr. Giovani Trevisan provide an update on SDRS findings with Dr. Montse Torremorell, Professor, Department of Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM) at the University of Minnesota. * This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 41, that can also be found at http://agtoday.us/swine-reports
SwineCast 1161 Show Notes: * From the 2021 World Pork Expo Pork Academy, a panel of experts share insights on global trade, review China's impact, and talk about U.S. diversification strategies. * International markets were worth a record $7.7 billion to the U.S. Pork industry in 2020 as China and other foreign markets pushed demand for pork to new heights. Learn about the global protein landscape, including China’s role, how the U.S. Meat Export Federation promotes pork in Asian countries and National Pork Board’s strategy to diversify exports. A pork producer will also share their perspective on the importance of exports to their own business. * The panel includes Dr. Clay Eastwood (Director of International Marketing for National Pork Board), Joel Haggard (Senior Vice President for the Asia Pacific Region at the U.S. Meat Export Federation), and Rupert Claxton (Meat Director for Gira International).
SwineCast 1160 Show Notes: * From the 2021 World Pork Expo Pork Academy, Amy Johnson (BrownWinick Law Firm) shares insights on negotiating contracts and highlights practical points to consider as you approach your next opportunity to negotiate contracts.
SwineCast 1159 Show Notes: * 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison has a conversation around research that has uncovered how multiple protocols are needed for effective elimination of influenza. * The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guests Dr. Gustavo Lopez (University of Minnesota) and Dr. Cameron Schmitt (Pipestone Veterinary Services), discuss new insights into this challenging disease. * 'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.
SwineCast 1158 Show Notes: * From the 2021 World Pork Expo, NutriQuest's Casey Westphalen and Steve Weiss highlight how they work with pork operations to help them grow and improve their bottom line.
SwineCast 1157 Show Notes: * From the 2021 World Pork Expo Strategic Investment Program (SIP), Dr. Jayson Lusk (Purdue University) shares some macro trends and highlights some potential opportunities.
SwineCast 1156 Show Notes: * From the 2021 World Pork Expo, the NPPC officers and senior staff address the industry’s public policy priorities. The panel includes Jen Sorenson (NPPC President), Terry Wolters (NPPC President-Elect), Scott Hays (NPPC Vice President), Neil Dierks (NPPC CEO), Nick Giordano (NPPC VP and Counsel, Global Government Affairs), and Dr. Liz Wagstrom (NPPC Chief Veterinarian). * Some of the group addressed African Swine Fever issues, the pork line speed rule, and California's Farm Animal Confinement Initiative (also known as Prop 12).