The USDA has confirmed that porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) has been identified in the United States for the first time through testing at the National Veterinary Services Laboratory. This is not a new virus, nor is it a regulatory/reportable... (Continue reading)
I am a bit late getting this month’s article together what with the lingering cold temperatures and wet soils. Finally Mother’s Day brought a ray of hope. Some of my neighbors (and even some customers) couldn’t resist the temptation to... (Continue reading)
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. (BIVI), announces the promotion of Sarah Jorgensen to senior brand manager for the company’s U.S. Swine Business. Jorgensen, who joined BIVI in February 2007, was a swine sales representative servicing key accounts. In her new role,... (Continue reading)
The Illinois Pork Leadership Institute (IPLI) is an opportunity for youth of the Illinois pork industry to meet with others like themselves and learn more about their industry. IPLI focuses on leadership, citizenship, and communication skills through hands-on experiences. Youth... (Continue reading)
Core Tip: Operating income of Seaboard Corp.’s Pork segment in the first quarter ended March 30 totaled $32,264,000, down 39 percent from $52,873,000 in the same period a year ago. Operating income of Seaboard Corp.’s Pork segment in the first... (Continue reading)
Dr. Noel Williams discusses his pioneering study that showed the effect of Mecadox® (carbadox) on feed efficiency in pigs under conditions of low or high level immune system activation The project began with the simple notion that a young pig not... (Continue reading)
Five regional finalists have been selected and are competing for votes for America’s Farmers Farm Mom of the Year 2013. Voting for the finalist runs from May 1st through May 10th. You can read about the regional winners and vote... (Continue reading)
March exports of U.S. beef were down in volume from a year ago but edged slightly higher in value, while pork exports slumped on lower results in several mainstay markets, according to statistics released by USDA and compiled by the... (Continue reading)
Field case study shows that even in modern confinement, reinfestation occurs There can be a misconception among producers that modern confinement systems with high bio-security practices mean the end to worms. A field case study conducted by Dr. Joe Connor,... (Continue reading)
Although slaughter by-products haven’t been discussed much for a long time, there now appears to be an increasing demand for the feed ingredient functional proteins in the meat industry, according to Gert Mulderij. More than a decade ago consumers started... (Continue reading)
Information is gleaned from NOAA websites, assembled by Illinois Farm Bureau® Information is gleaned from NOAA websites, assembled by Illinois Farm Bureau® Updated flood projection charts are available at NOAA online sites. Click the tab labeled “Rivers and Lakes”,... (Continue reading)
To view complete report, click here. The pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim looks back on a successful financial year 2012. Despite many challenges, it succeeded in maintaining profitable growth. Net sales rose by 11.5 percent compared to the previous year, to... (Continue reading)
By: Eric Mittenthal Two reports over the last several weeks have questioned meat and poultry safety by suggesting our products pose serious foodborne illness risk. These reports by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and Center for Science in the Public... (Continue reading)