BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SwineWeb.com - Latest Swine News, Technical Articles, Markets, and Events//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SwineWeb.com - Latest Swine News, Technical Articles, Markets, and Events X-ORIGINAL-URL:http://www.swineweb.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SwineWeb.com - Latest Swine News, Technical Articles, Markets, and Events BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140214 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130516T062111 LAST-MODIFIED:20130516T062111 UID:51762@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Pork Expo 2014 DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Feb 12 - 13\, 2014 Event: Missouri Pork Expo 2014 Location: Columbia\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-pork-expo-2014/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140116 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130509T063121 LAST-MODIFIED:20130509T063121 UID:51456@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Congress 2014 DESCRIPTION: Tradeshow Hours: Wednesday\, Jan. 14\, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday\, Jan. 15\, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Minnesota Pork Congress is the Midwest's BEST swine specific tradeshow and pork producer educational event featuring a wide variety of exhibitors\, timely seminars and social activities that are all designed exclusively for pork producers and pork industry stakeholders. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-congress-2014/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131108 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130502T054903 LAST-MODIFIED:20130502T054903 UID:51132@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Advanced Social Media Training DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Nov 6 - 7\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Advanced Social Media Training Location: TBD Contact Info: Name: Teresa Roof LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-advanced-social-media-training-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130608 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130425T062441 LAST-MODIFIED:20130425T062441 UID:50858@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Nebraska Pork Producers Bring Chef Competition to Pinot, Pigs & Poets DESCRIPTION: Visit the website for complete details The Nebraska Pork Producers Association is excited about expanding their continued sponsorship of this year’s Pinot\, Pigs & Poets event at Happy Hollow Club on June 6\, 2013 at 6 p.m. The philanthropic event will feature premium Pinot Noir wines\, cutting-edge pork dishes and entertainment provided by slam poets from the Nebraska Writers Collective. The Nebraska Pork Producers Association has been a sponsor of Pinot\, Pigs & Poets since the event’s inception in 2010. In 2013\, they are enhancing their sponsorship by involving the Taste of Elegance competition. The top chef will win a trip to the 2014 Pork Summit at the Greystone Campus of the Culinary Institute of America in St. Helena\, California. Restaurants participating in Pinot\, Pigs & Poets this year include The Boiler Room\, The Grey Plume\, Happy Hollow Club\, j. coco restaurant\, Le Voltaire\, Lot 2 Restaurant & Wine Bar\, Mahogany Prime Steakhouse\, M’s Pub\, Ryan’s Bistro\, Stokes Grill & Bar\, and Sullivan’s Steakhouse. All proceeds from Pinot\, Pigs & Poets support the Completely KIDS organization and their weekend and after-school food programs for Omaha children in need at local schools and shelters. Completely KIDS serves over 2\,000 children in its after-school programs and provides over 30\,000 meals a year. Last year Pinot\, Pigs & Poets raised over $140\,000 for these programs. “The Nebraska Pork Producers Association is enthused about merging our Taste of Elegance culinary competition with Completely KIDS and the Pinot\, Pigs & Poets event\,” said Shane Meyer\, President of the Nebraska Pork Producers Association. “We have hosted Taste of Elegance for many years under the same format and are looking forward to the unique twist Pinot\, Pigs & Poets brings to the table. Pork producers and farmers devote their lives every day to food production and feeding the world; it’s what we live to do. Marrying the goal to promote our product with an opportunity to feed hungry children is a slam dunk for our organization.” For more information regarding this event\, visit pinotandpigs.org. To find out more about Completely KIDS and their programs and services\, visit completelykids.org. The Nebraska Pork Producers Association is a grassroots\, incorporated\, non profit organization established in 1961. NPPA was developed to promote the pork industry through the enhancement of consumer demand\, producer education and research. For more information\, visit NPPA’s website at www.NEpork.org.   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nebraska-pork-producers-bring-chef-competition-to-pinot-pigs-poets/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130622 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130423T055037 LAST-MODIFIED:20130423T055037 UID:50702@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Checkoff Offers Pork Management Conference in June DESCRIPTION: The Pork Checkoff is offering the 2013 Pork Management Conference\,Your Pork Industry Investment\, June 18-21 in Denver\, Colo. The conference brings together industry experts to speak on current business trends and challenges\, helping pork producers gain important insight and financial sophistication they can use to help manage through tough economic times. "The Pork Management Conference combines up-to-date information on the business of pork production with opportunities to interact with knowledgeable financial and business professionals who are dedicated to helping pork producers succeed\," said David Ray\, chair of the Checkoff's Producer and State Services Committee and a pork producer from Edenton\, N.C. In addition to the general sessions on Wednesday and Thursday mornings\, two concurrent sessions are planned for Thursday. Topics include the Affordable Care Act\, the use of alternative feeds\, updates on accounting practices for pork producers\, a case study on margin management\, PRRS strategies\, and the economics of sow-housing. The registration fee for the conference is $395 per person now and $435 per person after May 24\, 2013. The first 10 pork producers who have not attended in the past two years will receive a $300 discount on registration\, courtesy of AgStar Financial Services.  A registration form and a detailed list of events are available at pork.org. The National Pork Board has responsibility for Checkoff-funded research\, promotion and consumer information projects and for communicating with pork producers and the public. Through a legislative national Pork Checkoff\, pork producers invest $0.40 for each $100 value of hogs sold. Importers of pork products contribute a like amount\, based on a formula. The Pork Checkoff funds national and state programs in advertising\, consumer information\, retail and foodservice marketing\, export market promotion\, production improvement\, technology\, swine health\, pork safety and environmental management. For information on Checkoff-funded programs\, pork producers can call the Pork Checkoff Service Center at (800) 456-7675 or check the Internet at www.pork.org. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-checkoff-offers-pork-management-conference-in-june/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131114 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130418T070639 LAST-MODIFIED:20130418T070639 UID:50589@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Leadership Institute DESCRIPTION: Background: The Pork Leadership Institue combines the National Pork Board’s leadership program (Pork Leadership Academy) with the National Pork Producers Council’s Pork Leadership Institute (PLI) to create a comprehensive training curriculum designed to develop future leaders for the pork industry. Upon graduation\, participants will understand the roles of the two organizations and will have developed the skills necessary to help lead an ever-changing pork industry and to tell the pork industry’s story from Main Street to the nation’s capital. Goals: The Pork Leadership Institute will: Train spokespeople for the industry Develop grassroots activists Allow producers to spread a pro-active targeted message about the pork industry Train tomorrow’s leaders cost-effectively Getting Involved: Pork producers are nominated for PLI. NPPC works closely with State Executives and Field Representatives to identify key individuals. Each year about 15-20 are selected to participate in the program. If you are interested in attending PLI and becoming a pork industry leader\, contact your State Executive or Bryan Humphreys at humphreysb@nppc.org. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-leadership-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130627 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130415T063216 LAST-MODIFIED:20130415T063216 UID:50402@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open Planned for June 26 DESCRIPTION: John Mabry\, Iowa Pork Industry Center\, 515-294-6325\, jmabry@iastate.edu Sherry Hoyer\, Iowa Pork Industry Center\, 515-294-4496\, shoyer@iastate.edu The Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open has some changes for its 2013 occasion\, beginning with an earlier date. John Mabry\, Animal Science professor at Iowa State University\, leads the planning and said this year’s tournament is set for Wednesday\, June 26 at Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames\, the day before Iowa State’s annual Iowa Swine Day. “We hope this earlier date will provide a better opportunity for folks to take part when temperatures may not be as hot as some previous years\,” Mabry said. “We also wanted to coordinate this around Iowa Swine Day\, and encourage people to check their calendars now.” The cost of the golf tournament and golf associated activities is $85 per person ($340 per four-person team) and the registration deadline is June 12 or when the field of 32 teams is reached. The registration form is available on the Iowa Pork Industry Center website. The 18-hole best ball tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. and includes lunch at the golf course. Following the tournament\, players and others are invited to attend a reception and awards program. Winners of the Lauren Christian undergraduate and graduate scholarships for 2013 also will be honored during the program. This annual event benefits the Lauren L. Christian Endowment\, which provides financial support for outstanding undergraduate and graduate students\, and continued swine and pork educational opportunities through Iowa State. Christian was an internationally recognized expert in swine genetics and the first director of IPIC. An Iowa State faculty member for 33 years\, he also was a consultant for private and corporate firms associated with swine production. Mabry\, who is a former IPIC director and former student of Christian\, said the event is a way to bring together those who knew and admired Christian. "Lauren was a great teacher and mentor\, and the Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open provides a social occasion for people to remember him and help increase the Lauren Christian endowment fund at Iowa State\," Mabry said. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/lauren-christian-pork-chop-open-planned-for-june-26/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130819 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130411T062722 LAST-MODIFIED:20130411T062722 UID:50302@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Iowa State Fair DESCRIPTION: Fair Hours Grounds: 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.; no entry or re-entry after 9 p.m. on Sunday\, August 18 Buildings: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Midway: 10 a.m. to Midnight Regular Gate Admission (Visa\, MasterCard and Discover accepted at the gate) Adults (Ages 12+): $11 Children (Ages 6-11): $5 Children (Ages 5 & Under): FREE Parking Three parking lots are available for Fair motorcycle and vehicle parking: North\, Sims and Northeast Lot. Bicycle parking is available inside Gate 10. Buses and drivers are admitted free. State Fair Ticket Office Beginning July 8\, the Fair’s Ticket Office will be open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday) and 9 a.m. to noon (Saturday) for walk-up orders only. It is located on the front porch of the Administration Building on the Fairgrounds. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/iowa-state-fair/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130802 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130411T062402 LAST-MODIFIED:20130411T062402 UID:50299@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Swine Health Committee Summer Meeting DESCRIPTION: National Pork Board Swine Health Committee Summer Meeting Date(s): Jul 29 - Aug 1\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Swine Health Committee Summer Meeting Location: Plum Island\, NY Contact Info: Name: Rhea S LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-swine-health-committee-summer-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131104 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130411T061745 LAST-MODIFIED:20130411T061745 UID:50295@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:New Hampshire Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: November 3rd Annual meeting Common Man Restaurant\, Concord\,NH LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/new-hampshire-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130617 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130411T061538 LAST-MODIFIED:20130411T061602 UID:50292@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: 12:00 PM New Hampshire Pork Regular Business Meeting 2:00 PM 2014 Delegate Elections DESCRIPTION: June 16th 12:00 PM Regular Business Meeting 2:00 PM 2014 Delegate Elections Colby Farm Newburyport\, MA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/1200-pm-new-hampshire-pork-regular-business-meeting-200-pm-2014-delegate-elections/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130503 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130404T065111 LAST-MODIFIED:20130404T065111 UID:50050@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Animal Ag Alliance 12th Annual Stakeholder Summit DESCRIPTION: Date(s): May 1 - 2\, 2013 Event: Animal Ag Alliance 12th Annual Stakeholder Summit http://www.animalagalliance.org/current/index.cfm Location: Arlington\, VA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/animal-ag-alliance-12th-annual-stakeholder-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130423 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130424 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130404T064620 LAST-MODIFIED:20130404T064620 UID:50046@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Communities and Livestock DESCRIPTION: Date: April 23\, 2013 Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health: 4125 Beaumont Road Lansing\, MI 48910 Contact: Jerry May at mayg@msu.edu or (989) 875-5233 Michigan State University Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health - Lansing\, Michigan April 23\, 2013 Agriculture and rural communities are essential to the Michigan landscape. Finding solutions to the challenges of modern livestock farms and rural residents coexisting within the same community is vital to Michigan’s future. This conference will explore the most recent science on the issues impacting communities and livestock. The workshop fee is $85 per person Agenda 9:00    Wendy Powers\, Michigan State University Welcome 9:15    Lamonte Garber\, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Implementing best managment practices (BMPs) to address total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) in the Chesapeake Bay 10:05  Carrie Vollmer-Sanders\, Western Lake Erie Basin Project Farmers working together to assess and reduce ecological impacts 10:55  Break 11:10   Pouyan Nejadhashemi\, Michigan State University Impact of climate change on agriculture BMPs 12:00    Lunch 12:45   Afternoon moderator 12:45   Steve Hoff\, Iowa State University Addressing community concerns about livestock facilities through a receptor based odor model 1:35     Brent Auvermann\, Texas AgriLife Research Association between proximity to animal feeding operations and community health 2:25     Break 2:45     Roy Black\, Karen Chou\, Melissa Millerick-May\, Michigan State University A review of health impacts in communities and relationship to living near CAFOs 3:35    Discussion 4:05   Closing comments Featured Speakers Lamonte Garber\, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Chesapeake Bay Foundation and other project partners have used a variety of conservation programs to encourage and enable small family farmers in Southeastern Pennsylvania to implement agricultural best management practices (BMPs) in association with restoration of forested riparian buffers.  This project has demonstrated the potential to achieve multiple conservation objectives with producers who in the past have typically avoided participation in such programs. Carrie Vollmer-Sanders\, Director\, The Nature Conservancy Western Lake Erie Basin Project The Western Lake Erie Basin Project works to restore the quality of water in the streams and in Lake Erie itself. As the project director\, part of Carrie’s responsibility is to work with landowners and the agricultural industry to keep nutrients in the fields\, improve drainage ditches\, and encourage soil health which includes the use of cover crops. Carrie will be sharing some of her project’s successes and discussing similar projects in Michigan. Dr. Pouyan Nejadhashemi\, Assistant Professor\, Biosystems and Ag.\, Engineering and Crop and Soil Sciences\, MSU Pouyan’s expertise is in decision support systems using watershed and water quality models. His research interests are focused on the description\, analysis and prevention of non-point source pollution at field\, watershed and regional scales. He will be discussing his approach to assessing the impacts of climate change on agricultural best management practices implementation strategies. Dr. Steve Hoff\, Professor\, Ag and Biosystems Engineering\, Iowa State University Dr. Hoff has extensive experience working with swine producers interested in expanding existing operations or siting new operations while minimizing odor nuisance in communities. Steve has developed a model that considers the effect of multiple swine farming operations in an area on odor exposures to surrounding residents. Dr. Hoff is recognized nationally for his work in mitigating air emissions from livestock farms. Dr. Brent Auvermann\, Professor\, Agricultural Engineering\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dr. Auvermann specializes in livestock air quality\, manure management and water quality. Brent’s most recent work includes joining a national team of animal and human health specialists in a review of studies reporting respiratory\, gastrointestinal and mental health outcomes in individuals living near animal feeding operations (AFOs). He will review and discuss the team’s findings. Dr. Karen Chou\, Dr. Melissa Millerick May\, Dr. J Roy Black\, MSU A 2009 publication stated that a doubling of livestock numbers in a county was linked to a 7.4 percent increase in infant mortality. This team of researchers at Michigan State University undertook a study to see if they could replicate the findings and quantify the effect for Michigan using Michigan birth and death records from the Michigan Department of Community Health. They will share some of their preliminary observations. Meeting Location: Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health 4125 Beaumont Road Lansing\, MI 48910 Michigan State University Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Lori Mikek at 989-875-5233 by April 16\, 2013 to make arrangements. Requests received after this date will be fulfilled when possible. Download Event Flyer Click here to register LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/communities-and-livestock/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131010 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130327T061934 LAST-MODIFIED:20130327T061934 UID:49678@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PORK 101 Iowa State University 2013 DESCRIPTION: PORK 101 Iowa State University 2013  PORK 101 is a three-day\, hands-on experience designed to update participants on quality and consistency issues in the pork industry. The program is hosted by AMSA in cooperation with the National Pork Board. PORK 101 is co-sponsored by the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP)\, American Meat Institute Foundation (AMIF)\, American Society of Animal Science (ASAS)\, North American Meat Association (NAMA) and the Southwest Meat Association (SMA). Date & Location Monday\, October 7 - Wednesday\, October 9\, 2013 Iowa State University\, Ames\, Iowa Daily Schedule Monday: 10:00am - 8:00pm Tuesday: 7:30am - 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:30am - 11:30am Registration Online: To register online please click here! Registration Form:  Click here to complete the form and return to information@meatscience.org or fax to 1-888-205-5834. Registration for AMSA\, AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members is $800. Non-member registration is $950. AMSA Student registration is $300. For AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members please complete the registration form and fax the completed form to 1-888-205-5834 to receive the member discount. Registration Fee AMSA Members: $800 Non Members: $950 AMSA Student Members: $300 Registration for AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members is $800. Please contact Nancy Hayes nhayes@meatscience.org or 1-800-517-2672 ext. 11 for questions regarding the registration discount. Registration fee includes all course materials\, course workbook\, dinner on Monday and lunch and dinner on Tuesday. Group Registration Discount Companies or organizations sending more than one person to a course are eligible for a discount. The second person is 10% off and additional people are 25% off the regular registration rate. To qualify\, fill out the registration form for all attendees from your organization and fax or email to AMSA. Attendees must be attending the class at the same location to qualify for the discount. Please contact Nancy Hayes nhayes@meatscience.org or 1-800-517-2672 ext. 11 for questions regarding the group registration discount. Accommodations Gateway Hotel & Conference Center  2100 Gateway Hills Drive  Ames\, IA 50014  Phone: 515-292-8600  Fax: 515-268-2239 Rate: $86.00 plus tax Group Code: PORK2013 Web: http://www.gatewayames.com/  For more information regarding travel and other logistics please click here!  Program Description PORK 101 is a three-day\, hands-on educational opportunity to update interested participants on quality and consistency issues in the pork industry. It includes insight on value differences in swine\, pork carcasses\, pork primals and processed pork products due to quality variation. Through PORK 101\, you will have the chance to evaluate eight live hogs. The animals will be processed during the class with participants learning about grading\, food safety and product processing. Finally\, the class will make and sample processed product from the hogs including pumped loins\, bacon\, hams and sausage. Anyone involved in the production\, processing and marketing of pork will benefit from attending this course\, including: pork producers veterinarians researchers educators pork packers meat processors retail merchandisers food service exporters allied industry media pharmaceutical companies breeding companies investors Program Topics Live Hog Grading and Evaluation Lean Value Pricing Quality Management at Slaughter Slaughter Floor HACCP Measuring Carcass Quality and Composition Process Control Testing Fresh Sausage Production Pork Carcass Fabrication Value Addition Consistency Improvement Enhanced Pork Production Curing Production Retail and Consumer Issues Hands-On Experience Hog Selection and Evaluation Carcass Fabrication Bacon and Ham Curing Sensory Evaluation LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-101-iowa-state-university-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130524 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130327T061746 LAST-MODIFIED:20130327T061746 UID:49675@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PORK 101 Texas A&M University 2013 DESCRIPTION: PORK 101 Texas A&M University 2013 PORK 101 is a three-day\, hands-on experience designed to update participants on quality and consistency issues in the pork industry. The program is hosted by AMSA in cooperation with the National Pork Board. PORK 101 is co-sponsored by the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP)\, American Meat Institute Foundation (AMIF)\, American Society of Animal Science (ASAS)\, North American Meat Association (NAMA) and the Southwest Meat Association (SMA). Date & Location Tuesday\, May 21 - Thursday\, May 23\, 20123 Texas A&M University\, College Station\, Texas Daily Schedule Tuesday: 10:00am -6:00pm Wednesday: 7:30am - 8:00pm Thursday: 7:30am - noon Registration Online: To register online please click here!  Registration Form:  Click here to complete the form and return to information@meatscience.org or fax to 1-888-205-5834. Registration for AMSA\, AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members is $800. Non-member registration is $950. AMSA Student registration is $300. For AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members please complete the registration form and fax the completed form to 1-888-205-5834 to receive the member discount. Registration Fee AMSA Members: $800 Non AMSA Member: $950 AMSA Student Member: $300 Registration for AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMA and SMA members is $800. Please contact Nancy Hayes nhayes@meatscience.org or 1-800-517-2672 ext. 11 for questions regarding the registration discount. Registration fee includes all course materials\, course workbook\, dinner on Tuesday and lunch  on Wednesday. Group Registration Discount Companies or organizations sending more than one person to a course are eligible for a discount. The second person is 10% off and additional people are 25% off the regular registration rate. To qualify\, fill out the registration form for all attendees from your organization and fax or email to AMSA. Attendees must be attending the class at the same location to qualify for the discount. Please contact Nancy Hayes nhayes@meatscience.org or 1-800-517-2672 ext. 11 for questions regarding the group registration discount. Accommodations Four Points by Sheraton College Station 1503 South Texas Avenue College State\, TX 77840 919-693-1741 GROUP CODE: PORK101 Room Block Cut Off Date:  April 22\, 2013 For more information regarding travel and other logistics please click here!   Program Description PORK 101 is a three-day\, hands-on educational opportunity to update interested participants on quality and consistency issues in the pork industry. It includes insight on value differences in swine\, pork carcasses\, pork primals and processed pork products due to quality variation. Through PORK 101\, you will have the chance to evaluate eight live hogs. The animals will be processed during the class with participants learning about grading\, food safety and product processing. Finally\, the class will make and sample processed product from the hogs including pumped loins\, bacon\, hams and sausage. Anyone involved in the production\, processing and marketing of pork will benefit from attending this course\, including: pork producers veterinarians researchers educators pork packers meat processors retail merchandisers food service exporters allied industry media pharmaceutical companies breeding companies investors Program Topics Live Hog Grading and Evaluation Lean Value Pricing Quality Management at Slaughter Slaughter Floor HACCP Measuring Carcass Quality and Composition Process Control Testing Fresh Sausage Production Pork Carcass Fabrication Value Addition Consistency Improvement Enhanced Pork Production Curing Production Retail and Consumer Issues Hands-On Experience Hog Selection and Evaluation Carcass Fabrication Bacon and Ham Curing Sensory Evaluation LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-101-texas-am-university-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140305 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130321T065147 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T065147 UID:49461@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Association of Swine Veterinarians 45th Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: March 1 - 4\, 2014 (Sat-Tue) Sheraton Dallas Hotel Dallas\, Texas For more information: American Association of Swine Veterinarians 830 26th Street Perry\, Iowa 50220-2328 Tel.: 515-465-5255 Fax: 515-465-3832 Email: aasv@aasv.org Web: http://www.aasv.org/annmtg LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-association-of-swine-veterinarians-45th-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130321T064916 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T064916 UID:49458@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Multistate Research Project, NC229, "Detection and Control of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus and Emerging Viral Diseases of Swine" DESCRIPTION: December 8\, 2013 (Sun) Downtown Marriott Magnificent Mile\, Chicago\, Illinois Jane Christopher-Hennings Email: jane.Hennings@sdstate.edu Web: http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/mip/crwad/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/multistate-research-project-nc229-detection-and-control-of-porcine-reproductive-and-respiratory-syndrome-virus-and-emerging-viral-diseases-of-swine/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130810 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130321T064708 LAST-MODIFIED:20130321T064708 UID:49454@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:54th Annual George A. Young Swine Health and Management Conference DESCRIPTION: August 9\, 2013 (Fri) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Veterinary Diagnostic Center Lincoln\, Nebraska This year's conference will have a "wet lab" format\, including two one-hour presentations on the whys and hows of postmortem exams\, specimen collection\, and shipping\, followed by a necropsy wet lab. The objective is to help producers and their employees better communicate with their veterinarians about what they are seeing when they perform a postmortem exam and collect specimens for laboratory testing. After the conference\, participants will understand the proper techniques for performing a postmortem exam\, packaging and shipping specimens. It is not the intent of the conference to train producers or farm workers to diagnose disease. For more information: University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences PO Box 830905 Lincoln\, NE 68583-0905 Tel.: 402-472-8595 Email: rslattery2@unl.edu Web: http://vbms.unl.edu/gysc LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/54th-annual-george-a-young-swine-health-and-management-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130823 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130320T061100 LAST-MODIFIED:20130320T061100 UID:49414@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Foundation Golf Outing Slated for August 22 in Ames DESCRIPTION: Mark your calendar for Thursday\, August 22 to enjoy a fun day of golf with your colleagues and friends! Due to the record turnout and enthusiastic support at last year’s event\, the AASV Foundation is returning to Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames\, Iowa for its annual Midwest Golf Outing. AASV members\, industry stakeholders\, and guests are invited to register a 4-person team to enjoy this friendly 18-hole best-ball tournament. Individuals and couples are also welcome to register and will be assigned to a team. Golfers will test their combined skills against the challenges of the course and compete in individual contests along the way. Registrations are due August 8. Golfer check-in begins at 10:00 AM the day of the event\, with the driving range available for warming up with a few practice balls. The four-person team\, best-ball competition gets underway at 11:30 AM with a shotgun start. Box lunches and beverages will be supplied on-course. Following the golfing\, team and individual contest winners will be recognized during a pork chop dinner. The registration fee includes 18 holes of best-ball golf\, cart rental\, lunch\, beverages\, awards dinner and prizes. Proceeds from the outing provide support for the AASV Foundation as it seeks to “ensure our future…create a legacy” for swine veterinarians. Income generated by the event helps fund foundation programs such as swine externship grants for veterinary students\, travel stipends for students attending the AASV annual meeting\, research funding\, student intern support\, and member recollection videos. For a sneak peek at the golf course\, visit Veenker’s Web site: www.veenkergolf.com. For more information about the outing\, contact AASV: Tel: 515-465-5255; Fax: 515-465-3832; aasv@aasv.org. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/foundation-golf-outing-slated-for-august-22-in-ames/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130523 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130314T133716 LAST-MODIFIED:20130314T133716 UID:49141@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alltech Annual International Symposium DESCRIPTION: 2013 Request an Invitation Registration Agribusiness Summit Sessions Alltech Annual International Symposium May 19 - May 22\, 2013 Lexington\, Kentucky\, USA Click to download invitation The 2013 Alltech Symposium will pick up where the 2012 Symposium concluded: with the pledge for continuous innovation to meet the agricultural challenge of feeding a growing global population. The solutions available to meet this challenge represent a world of opportunities for agribusinesses. The Symposium has grown from a technical event for animal nutritionists to a multi-disciplinary educational experience for all leaders in the food production industry. Join us at this exclusive forum for sharing knowledge and ideas\, May 19-22\, 2013 in Lexington\, Kentucky\, USA. For more information\, or to request an invitation\, please contact your local Alltech representative\, visit the Request an Invitation tab above\, or email us at symposium@alltech.com. Delegates who are members of ARPAS and AAVSB can earn CEUs. Symposium Invitation Dr Pearse Lyons extends an invitation for people to attend this year's Alltech Symposium and outlines why its going to be great. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alltech-annual-international-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130404 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130314T125226 LAST-MODIFIED:20130314T125226 UID:49127@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:OSI Producer Information Day and Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: OSI Producer Information Day and Annual Meeting: Wednesday\, April 3\, 2013\, Festival Inn\, Stratford Featured Speakers: Eleanor Wood – “When the Work’s All Done in the Fall…”\, Doug Richards – Ontario Swine Industry Update\, Dr. Doug MacDougald – What’s New in North American Pig Health\, Victor Aideyan - Market Outlook and Success  Strategies for the Ontario Swine Industry Registration: 10am\, Annual Meeting: 10:30 am\, Speaker Sessions start at 1pm To Register: call: 519-469-8109 Ext. 32 or email leslie@osi.org before Wednesday\, March 28th LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/osi-producer-information-day-and-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130720 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130307T071253 LAST-MODIFIED:20130307T071253 UID:48593@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Pork Safety Quality & Human Nutrition Committee DESCRIPTION: National Pork Board Pork Safety Quality & Human Nutrition Committee Date(s): Jul 18 - 19\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Pork Safety Quality & Human Nutrition Committee Location: Des Moines\, IA Contact Info: Name: Jamie L LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-pork-safety-quality-human-nutrition-committee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130412 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130228T080803 LAST-MODIFIED:20130228T080803 UID:47973@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NPPC Spring Legislative Action Conference DESCRIPTION: NPPC Spring Legislative Action Conference Date(s): Apr 10 - 11\, 2013 Event: NPPC Spring Legislative Action Conference Location: Washington DC LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nppc-spring-legislative-action-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130319 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130228T072216 LAST-MODIFIED:20130228T072216 UID:47965@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:March MayHAM 2013 DESCRIPTION:This is an NCPC event supporting the North Carolina Pork Council Scholarship Program Monday\, March 18th\, 2013 6 pm - 10 pm Sampson County Expo Center Make plans now to join us at the premier of March MayHAM and support the NC Pork Council Scholarship Program! March MayHAM is an opportunity for pork producers and allied industry representatives serving North Carolina to come together for a night of fun and support students pursuing a career in agriculture. Since we will be full throttle in college basketball\, having just finished the ACC tournament and heading into the NCAA basketball tournament\, we invite you to wear your team colors. So come out and show support for your team! There will be opportunities to buy some great items in both our silent and live auctions. There will also be basketball games and a corn hole tournament! Admission price is $30 which includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and entertainment! Here are some of the auction items that will be available: Rocking Chair Circular Saw Basketball Goal 2 Roosters Sterling Silver Bracelet NC State Ice Bucket & Glasses Set Grapevine Wreath Dual - Drill 4 Rounds of Golf NC State Robe NC State Golf Set NC State Spatula NC Towel Set UNC Spatula UNC Golf Set UNC Towel Set Duke Spatula Duke Golf Set Gift Basket Print Fish Cooker ATV Sprayer Jaw Saw Gift Basket 5 Hr. Fishing Trip John Deere Workwear Coat John Deere Windshirt John Deere 8360R Toy Tractor John Deere Hat Candle Gallon BBQ Sauce Ham Ham Chest Grill Jewelry Gift Basket of Pork Products Hunting Trip Want to register online? Online Registration Interested in sponsoring March MayHAM? Online Sponsorship Sign-Up The proceeds of March MayHAM will go to support the North Carolina Pork Council Scholarship Program which annually awards scholarships to students who are majoring in a swine curriculum in the Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at NC State\, or who are enrolled in an agricultural curriculum at a North Carolina community college. Event co-sponsored by: North Carolina Agricultural Foundation\, Inc. (Tax ID 56-6049304) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/march-mayham-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130607 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130227T071845 LAST-MODIFIED:20130227T071845 UID:47940@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PorkBridge - Managing Heat Stress DESCRIPTION: PorkBridge brochure DATE Jun. 6\, 2013 | 12:00 pm LOCATION Teleconference The PorkBridge grow-finish education series is a distance education method that offers relevant and timely infoarmtion for people invovled with grow-finish swine operations. It consists of six teleconference sessions conducted by industry experts. Session Content addresses daily decisions releated to the grow-finish process\, including swine management\, heat stress\, production efficiency and feed cost reduction strategies. Registration is now being accepted for the 2012 - 2013 session. You must register by Nov. 12 to ensure materials receipt for the first session. Follow the link to access the registration brochure.   Session dates and topics: Dec. 6 – Strategies to Reduce Feeding Costs\, John Patience\, ISU Feb. 7 – Optimizing Stocking Density in Wean-Finish Barns\, Mike Ellis\, Univ. of Illinois April 4 – Managing Finishing Pigs to Improve Production Efficiency\, Aaron Gaines\, The Maschhoffs Jun. 6 – Managing Heat Stress\, Mark Whitney\, Univ. of Minnesota Aug. 1 – Effect of Optimizing Feed Withdrawal and Fiber Levels Prior to Marketing\, Mike Tokach and Hyatt Frobose\, Kansas State University Oct. 3 – Pigs\, Flu\, and You\, Andrew Bowman\, Ohio State University LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/porkbridge-managing-heat-stress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130628 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130214T073236 LAST-MODIFIED:20130214T073236 UID:47384@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2013 Iowa Swine Day DESCRIPTION:June 27\, 2013 | Scheman Building\, ISU Campus\, Ames\, Iowa Leading experts focusing on topics vital to today’s pork industry. Program overview Plenary session presentations Animal rights agenda and animal production Mr. Rick Berman\, Berman and Company\, Washington\, D.C. Global success in pork production Dr. Bjorne Pedersen\, Denmark Nutrition and disease Dr. Nick Gabler\, Department of Animal Science\, Iowa State University\, Ames\, Iowa Employee engagement and productivity Dr. Sarah Probst Miller\, AgCreate Solutions\, Inc.\, Monticello\, Illinois Breakout sessions Each breakout topic will feature multiple speakers. Sustaining the global competitiveness of the American pork industry. Utilizing human resources most effectively in pork production. New research results from Iowa State University. Registration for the conference will open March 1\, 2013. A promotional card is available for download here. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2013-iowa-swine-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130613 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130214T072917 LAST-MODIFIED:20130214T072917 UID:47381@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Michigan Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jun 12\, 2013 Event: Michigan Pork Annual Meeting Location: Lansing\, MI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/michigan-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130317 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130124T074757 LAST-MODIFIED:20130124T074814 UID:45977@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Association of Meat Processors DESCRIPTION: Minnesota Association of Meat Processors Date(s): Mar 15 - 16\, 2013 Event: Minnesota Association of Meat Processors MAMP Annual Convention Location: St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center and Best Western Kelly Inn\, St. Cloud\, Minn. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-association-of-meat-processors/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140612 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20130103T085943 LAST-MODIFIED:20130103T085943 UID:44951@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:23rd International Pig Veterinary Society Congress DESCRIPTION: June 8 - 11\, 2014 (Sun-Wed) Cancun\, Mexico "Science and Excellence in Swine Production" For more information: Email: ipvs@congressmexico.com Web: http://www.ipvs2014.org/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/23rd-international-pig-veterinary-society-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131024 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121206T072856 LAST-MODIFIED:20121206T072923 UID:44041@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:US Animal Health Association Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:   116th Annual Meeting 2012 - Greensboro\, North Carolina October 18-24\, 2012 Greensboro Sheraton Hotel 117th Annual Meeting 2013 - San Diego\, California October 17-23\, 2013 Town & Country Hotel US Animal Health Association Annual Mtg for more information: www.usaha.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/us-animal-health-association-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130220 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121203T090708 LAST-MODIFIED:20121203T090928 UID:43881@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: Plan for Livestock Exporting 201, Feb. 19, 2013 DESCRIPTION: Plan for Livestock Exporting 201\, Feb. 19\, 2013 Gain the tools needed to market animals abroad JEFFERSON CITY\, Mo.  -The Livestock Exporters Association (LEA) will hold the "Livestock Exporting 201" seminar from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Tuesday\, Feb. 19\, at the Hilton Kansas City Airport in Kansas City\, Mo.\, in conjunction with the United States Livestock Genetics Export (USLGE) annual meeting. Experienced exporters\, LEA members and industry affiliates interested in marketing livestock abroad will benefit from the day-long\, in-depth discussion of the export process. This year's seminar program will expand on the topics covered in "Livestock Exporting 101\," which was held last February. Areas to be covered include shipping cattle\, swine\, horses\, sheep and goats by air; shipping cattle by sea; collecting international payments and changes the USDA has made to the livestock export process. The event will also serve as a great opportunity to network with livestock export service providers and others involved in the industry. Those new to the export industry are encouraged to attend. "This can serve breeders who are actively trying to get involved in the export process\, as well as people who could potentially provide services involved with the exporting process such as livestock trucking companies\, people who are interested in having their farms used as quarantine facilities and veterinarians wanting to become more familiar with their role in the export process\," LEA President Tony Clayton says. In addition to the program\, attendees can visit with numerous vendors on display\, offering a wide range of services related to the marketing livestock abroad. Clayton encourages anyone with an interest in marketing livestock\, including seedstock producers and breeders\, veterinarians and freight providers\, to attend the seminar to learn the latest information on the ever-changing world of live-animal transportation in the United States and learn about programs that can be used to promote their goods and services to the international livestock community. Advanced registration begins Dec. 3. The cost of the seminar is $150 for LEA members and $200 for nonmembers. The registration fee includes all meals for the day and a copy of the proceedings.To register for the event\, contact Judy Baker of LEA at 937.548.4261 or livestockexporterssassn@earthlink.net. For more information regarding LEA and marketing livestock abroad or to register online\, visit the LEA website at www.livestockexporters-usa.com. About Livestock Exporters Association Livestock Exporters Association (LEA) is comprised of the livestock exporters\, freight forwarders and service providers that export the majority of U.S. livestock nationwide. The association cooperates with­­­­­­­­­­ USDA APHIS VS to develop health and export agreements abroad\, while fostering relationships between exporters and a network of service providers. For more information on LEA visit www.livestockexporters-usa.com.    LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/plan-for-livestock-exporting-201-feb-19-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131004 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121129T075205 LAST-MODIFIED:20121129T075205 UID:43792@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Swine Education In-Service DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Oct 1 - 3\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Swine Education In-Service Location: TBD Contact Info: Name: Sharlotte P LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-swine-education-in-service/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121203 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121129T074917 LAST-MODIFIED:20121129T074917 UID:43788@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Snowball Express DESCRIPTION: The Texas Pork Producers Association\, Illinois Pork Producers and the National Pork Board will be grilling and serving pork burgers\, hotdogs and pork chops at the Snowball Express in Fort Worth Texas in December. Snowball Express started in 2006 with a simple idea: Provide hope and new memories to the children of military fallen heroes who have died while on active duty since 9/11. “Today\, many of our soldiers are returning home and are being reunited with their families. We must remember that many families will never be reunited with their hero. Many soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and their children will never be reunited with their dad or mom. We must vow to never forget these military heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom\, and we must never forget the children of our fallen heroes.  These children and their surviving parent have also paid a very high price for our freedom and they continue to sacrifice as they live each day without their hero.” Message from Snowball Express Executive Director Francis “Buck” Kern 2010 Pork Producer Volunteers at Snowball Express LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/snowball-express/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130322 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121126T125841 LAST-MODIFIED:20121126T125841 UID:43658@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alberta Pork Congress March 20-21st 2013 DESCRIPTION: Alberta Pork Congress Westerner Park | Red Deer\, Alberta Exhibitors Attend Western Canada's largest pork industry tradeshow to showcase your products and services\, strengthen existing relationships and build new ones with plenty of networking opportunities. Pork Producers Join us for the 39th Annual Tradeshow and social events to learn more about the latest products and services and connect with your suppliers. Booking your booth online is the quickest and most effective method of guaranteeing your space at this year's show. The online floor plan is a live\, real-time interactive tool so you can see what space is booked and by which company. To register online please visit our website at www.albertaporkcongress.com or by simply clicking on our logo above. If you require any assistance\, please contact us at 403.244.7821 or 1.800.267.9180. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alberta-pork-congress-march-20-21st-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130419 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121122T075506 LAST-MODIFIED:20121122T075506 UID:43570@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NIAA Annual Conference 2013 DESCRIPTION: 2013 NIAA Annual Conference Animal Agriculture's Vision to Feed the World: Merging Values & Technology April 15-18\, 2013 The Galt House\, Louisville\, KY Special FMD Symposium April 17-18\, 2013 2013 NIAA Annual Conference View the White Paper\, Proceedings\, Photos & News Releases Antibiotic Use in Food Animals Symposium Click here for proceedings\, news coverage and photos from the Antibiotic Use in Food Animals Symposium. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/niaa-annual-conference-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130206 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121122T075107 LAST-MODIFIED:20121122T075141 UID:43566@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kansas State University Swine Profitability Conference 2013 DESCRIPTION: Featured speakers include Dr Jeff DeMint\, Bern-Sabetha Veterinary Clinic; Roy Henry\, Longford\, KS; Chris Novak\, CEO\, National Pork Board; Ron Plain\, University of Missouri; and Trent Loos\, Loos Tales. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kansas-state-university-swine-profitability-conference-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121219 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121122T074348 LAST-MODIFIED:20121122T074415 UID:43562@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NPPC/NPB/USMEF Staff Leadership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Date(s): Dec 18\, 2012 Event: NPPC/NPB/USMEF Staff Leadership Meeting Location: Denver\, CO Contact Info: Name: Anne R LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nppcnpbusmef-staff-leadership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130224 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121122T074053 LAST-MODIFIED:20121122T074053 UID:43558@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: Pig-Group Ski Seminar DESCRIPTION: The popular Pig-Group Ski Seminar is slated for February 20-22\, 2013 at Colorado's Copper Mountain. The event opens with a reception on Wednesday evening\, Feb 20. Continuing education sessions take place Thursday and Friday mornings\, with the afternoons free for recreational activities. The family-oriented resort offers shopping\, skating\, snowmobiling\, sleigh rides and night life activities - all within walking distance. For lodging\, contact Copper Mountain Group Reservations at (866) 837-2996 and refer to the group code: The Pig Group or 747. To register\, or for additional information\, contact Lori Yeske: 507-381-1647 or pyeske@swinevetcenter.com\, or Dr. Angela Baysinger: 402-353-4855. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pig-group-ski-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121119T065637 LAST-MODIFIED:20121119T065637 UID:43216@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Livestock Symposium DESCRIPTION: December 7 & 8\, 2012 Kirksville Middle School ~ Kirksville\, MO Welcome to the Missouri Livestock Symposium! This year's event will be held Friday and Saturday\, December 7 & 8 at the Kirksville Middle School in Kirksville\, MO. Thanks to our many sponsors\, all events are FREE. Hear nationally known speakers from coast to coast talk on horses\, beef\, sheep\, stock dogs\, meat goats\, forages\, around the home topics\, small poultry production and energy. Visit our trade show and see what products and services our vendors have to offer. FREE Friday evening beef supper and then join us for our evening program with keynote speaker Tony Clayton. Learn how global livestock markets affect prices of livestock in the United States. FREE Governor's Style Luncheon on Saturday. Courtesy of some of Missouri's finest commodity groups and our good friends at the Missouri Department of Agriculture. schedule.pdf 252.2 KB «««Click here to get the 2012 Program Schedule. The Missouri Livestock Symposium Trade Show draws a diverse crowd with over 2\,000 attendees from 11 states and 63 of Missouri's 114 counties. Comments from some of last year's exhibitors: "Good attendance\, with people that have a need for our product." "Good facility\, good speakers\, good food." "Keep on doing what you're doing. My favorite show!" "Something for everyone in the field of agriculture." How can I become a Trade Show exhibitor?   TradeShow.pdf  0.6 MB For more information please contact:  Garry Mathes\, 660-341-6625\, gcobblestone@aol.com Bruce Lane\, 660-665-9866\, lanen@missouri.edu 2012 Trade Show Exhibitors/Program Supporters: Platinum level sponsors Gold level sponsors Silver level sponsors Bronze level sponsors Supporter level sponsors LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-livestock-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121203 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121115T073529 LAST-MODIFIED:20121115T073529 UID:43110@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NC229 PRRSV and Emerging Viral Respiratory Diseases of Swine Meeting at 2012 CRWAD DESCRIPTION: December 2\, 2012 (Sun) Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Chicago\, Illinois On Sunday afternoon\, December 2nd\, 1:00-5:00 PM\, the NC229 "Detection and Control of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus and Emerging Viral Diseases of Swine" will be meeting in Chicago for the NC229 Annual Meeting to have various presentations and discussion on how to move forward with the goals of the project\, the rewriting of the next 5-year NC229 grant\, and future trends for the continuation of funding of PRRSV by USDA\, commodity groups\, and industry. In addition\, Dr. Peter Johnson and Dr. Margo Holland will be giving updates on USDA funding and emphasis of research direction on the international and national level. If you are interested in presenting at the PRRSV Sunday afternoon meeting\, or need further information\, please contact the chair of the 2012 committee\, Dr. Jane Christopher-Hennings. The oral and poster sessions for PRRSV and swine respiratory viruses will be in special sections of the CRWAD Meeting on Monday and Tuesday\, December 3 and 4. For more information: Email: jane.hennings@sdstate.edu LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nc229-prrsv-and-emerging-viral-respiratory-diseases-of-swine-meeting-at-2012-crwad/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130724 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130727 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121108T081321 LAST-MODIFIED:20121108T081321 UID:42808@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Meat Conference DESCRIPTION:Date(s): Jul 24 - 26\, 2013 GAYLORD OPRYLAND RESORT AND CONVENTION CENTER NASHVILLE\, TENNESSEE FEBRUARY 24-26 Registration is now open.   Your Conference registration entitles you to a complimentary copy of the 2013 Power of Meat Co-sponsored by Cyrovac- A Division of Sealed Air. Download AMC 2013 registration form.   Registration Information FMI Member Retailer/Wholesaler $745 Exhibiting Supplier/Broker $745 Non-member retailer/wholesaler $1500 Non-exhibiting supplier/broker (member) $1500 Non-exhibiting supplier/broker (non-member) $2250 Companion/Spouse (non-industry guest) $100 SPECIAL OFFERS! Early-bird Discount: Register by January 8\, 2013 and receive $100 off! Buy 2\, Get 1 Free: FMI supermarket retailer/ wholesaler members only. In order to receive the offer\, please fill out two standard registration forms\, plus the B2G1 form. Visit AMIF The American Meat Institute Foundation (AMIF) is a non-profit research\, education and information foundation established by the American Meat Institute. AMIF seeks to identify technologies and practices that enable meat and poultry companies to produce safer and more nutritious meat and poultry products. Visit fmi.org A trade association for progressive food retailers\, wholesalers and suppliers of all types and sizes\, FMI is the champion for feeding families and enriching lives with nutritious\, safe and affordable food at retail. FMI conducts programs in public affairs\, food safety\, research\, education and industry relations on behalf of its nearly 1\,250 food retail and wholesale member companies. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-meat-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130718 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121108T080257 LAST-MODIFIED:20121108T080257 UID:42803@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Industry Conference DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jul 14 - 17\, 2013 Event: National Pork Industry Conference for information: Glenn Shields\, 314-276-4880; shieldsmr@gmail.com Location: Kalahari Resort\, Wisconsin Dells\, WI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-industry-conference-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130713 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121108T075755 LAST-MODIFIED:20121108T075755 UID:42798@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Society of Animal Science Meeting DESCRIPTION: The 2013 Joint ADSA-ASAS Annual Meeting will be held July 8-12\, 2013 (Monday through Friday). The opening session will be held on Monday evening\, July 8; Sessions will kick off Tuesday morning\, July 9\, and run through Friday at Noon\, July 12. Please note this is a change from our normal schedule\, so please plan your travel and hotel accordingl LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-society-of-animal-science-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121214 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121101T065822 LAST-MODIFIED:20121101T065854 UID:42467@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:South Dakota Pork Executive Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: December 13\, 2012 Executive Board Meeting in Sioux Falls LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/south-dakota-pork-executive-board-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130625 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130626 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121101T065428 LAST-MODIFIED:20121101T065428 UID:42462@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Pork Classic Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION: MPA Pork Classic Golf Tournament Sedalia\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-pork-classic-golf-tournament/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130620 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121101T064932 LAST-MODIFIED:20121101T064932 UID:42458@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Meat Science Assoc Reciprocal Meat Conference DESCRIPTION: RMC serves as the annual meeting for AMSA.  This conference is held on or near university campuses and organized by AMSA host and program committees with the support of AMSA headquarters staff.  AMSA\, the foremost association of meat science professionals\, produces this conference.  RMC features an interactive program which is tailored to bring attendees the very best and inspiring educational experience.  The 650 attendees that attend this conference represent meat science professionals in academia\, government and industry\, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in the meat\, food and animal science fields. For more information please visit: www.meatscience.org\rmc. Date(s): Jun 16 - 19\, 2013 Event: American Meat Science Assoc Reciprocal Meat Conference for more information: www.meatscience.org Location: Auburn\, AL LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-meat-science-assoc-reciprocal-meat-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121115 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121029T054330 LAST-MODIFIED:20121029T054330 UID:42271@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: Advancing the Science of Pork Production – Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation DESCRIPTION: Wednesday\, November 14\, 2012 (held in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium) Saskatoon Inn\, Saskatoon\, SK 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. – Presentations 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Reception Featuring the original team of research scientists that established the Centre’s near-market and industry focus in 1992. The program addresses changes in technology that have impacted all the participants in the pork value chain\, specifically areas affecting cost of production\, environment\, welfare and product quality Program 12:50 p.m.    Welcome/Opening Remarks\, Lee Whittington 1:00 p.m.    Top 10 Developments in Swine Nutrition 1991-2012\, Dr. John Patience 1:45 p.m.    Challenging Previous Assumptions in Nutrition; Game Changers Lie Ahead\, Dr. Kees deLange 2:30 p.m.    The Evolution of Ethology as a Production Science\, Dr. Harold Gonyou 3:15 p.m.    Reaching Furthr Afeld in Engineering Science\, Dr. Yuanhui Zhang 4:00 p.m.    Closing Comments 4:30 p.m.    Reception For more information or to register please follow the link LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/advancing-the-science-of-pork-production-celebrating-20-years-of-innovation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121215 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121026T055918 LAST-MODIFIED:20121026T055918 UID:42227@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Farm Economics Summit DESCRIPTION:  Dates & Locations Monday\, December 10\, 2012 - Champaign\, IL I Hotel and Conference Center Tuesday\, December 11\, 2012 - Sycamore\, IL Center for Agriculture Wednesday\, December 12\, 2012 - Galesburg\, IL Best Western Prairie Inn Thursday\, December 13\, 2012 - Mt. Vernon\, IL Holiday Inn Friday\, December 14\, 2012 - Bloomington\, IL Doubletree Hotel Overview Just when you think you have seen it all the summer of 2012 appears. The drought that hit Illinois and most of the rest of the Corn Belt this summer was among the worst of the last century. Record high corn and soybean prices followed. On top of this source of volatility\, agricultural policy remained very un-certain\, the financial crisis in Europe continued\, and political turmoil in the Middle East was heightened even further. Understanding these sources of vola-tility and how to deal with the associated large risks is front and center in the minds of all producers. The University of Illinois Extension and members of the farmdoc team from the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Econom-ics will be holding a series of five Farm Economics Summit meetings to help producers navigate these turbulent times. Speakers from the farmdoc team at the University of Illinois will explore the farm profitability outlook and management challenges from several perspectives\, including the outlook for prices\, income prospects and crop rotation decisions\, impact of biofuels mandates\, tax implications of crop insurance payments\, crop insurance choices\, and changes to farm programs. The format for the meeting will be fast-paced and allow plenty of time for questions from the audience. • REGISTER ONLINE www.regonline.com/2012IFES • Registration closes December 3\, 2012. • Registration at the door will be $65 per person as space permits. • More information and brouchure at: farmdocdaily.illinois.edu/2012ifes • For any questions you may have\, please contact: Bridget Haas Phone: 217-244-7657 9am to 5pm | Fax: 217-333-9561 email: bahaas@illinois.edu LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/farm-economics-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130426 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130429 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121025T070506 LAST-MODIFIED:20121025T070506 UID:42192@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Summit 2013 DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Apr 26 - 28\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Pork Summit 2013 3rd annual Pork Summit.  This is the national event for the winners of the state and regional Taste of Elegance winners. Location: CIA/St. Helena\, CA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-summit-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121025 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121022T144657 LAST-MODIFIED:20121022T144657 UID:42070@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus and TQA Certification Oct. 24 in Mankato DESCRIPTION: Pork producers and livestock transporters can earn their certifications for Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA Plus) and Transport Quality Assurance (TQA) at free trainings on Oct. 24 in Mankato at the Minnesota Pork Office\, 151 St. Andrews Court\, Suite 810. The PQA Plus training will be from 10 a.m. to noon and the TQA training will be from 1-3:30 p.m. To assure adequate seating and materials\, preregistration is strongly encouraged. To preregister\, telephone the Minnesota Pork Board office at (800) 537-7675 or email colleen@mnpork.com. When preregistering\, provide your name\, address\, telephone number and email\, if available. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-and-tqa-certification-oct-24-in-mankato/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121114 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121018T071021 LAST-MODIFIED:20121018T071021 UID:41957@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Leadership Institute (PLI) DESCRIPTION: Pork Leadership Institute (PLI) Date(s): Nov 12 - 13\, 2012 Event: Pork Leadership Institute (PLI) Location: Los Angeles and San Diego\, CA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-leadership-institute-pli/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130317 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121011T072811 LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T072811 UID:41322@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Mississippi Pork Producers Association Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Mar 16\, 2013 Event: Mississippi Pork Producers Association Annual Meeting Location: Louisville\, MS LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/mississippi-pork-producers-association-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130315 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130317 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121011T072141 LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T072141 UID:41318@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oklahoma Pork Congress DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Mar 15 - 16\, 2013 Event: Oklahoma Pork Congress Location: Midwest City\, Okla LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oklahoma-pork-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130310 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121011T071916 LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T071916 UID:41315@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Industry Forum DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Mar 7 - 9\, 2013 Event: National Pork Industry Forum Location: Orlando\, Florida LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-industry-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130215 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121011T071536 LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T071536 UID:41311@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Unified Research Review Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Feb 11 - 14\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Unified Research Review Meeting Location: TBD Contact Info: Name: Bev Everitt LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-unified-research-review-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130217 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121011T071203 LAST-MODIFIED:20121011T071203 UID:41307@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oregon Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Oregon Annual Meeting Date(s): Feb 16\, 2013 Event: Oregon Annual Meeting Location: Corvallis OR LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oregon-pork-annual-meeting-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121115 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121009T131240 LAST-MODIFIED:20121009T131240 UID:41234@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Prairie Swine Centre’s Advancing the Science of Swine Production DESCRIPTION: Download The Complete Information Wednesday\, November 14\, 2012 Saskatoon Inn\, Saskatoon\, SK 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. - Presentations 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Reception Featuring the original team of research scientists that established the Centre’s near-market and industry focus in 1992. The program addresses changes in technology that have impacted all the participants in the pork value chain\, specifically areas affecting cost of production\, environment\, welfare and product quality. Dr. Harold Gonyou Dr. John Patience Prairie Swine Centre Iowa State University Dr. Yuanhui Zhang Dr. Kees deLange University of Illinois University of Guelph Prairie Swine Centre’s Advancing the Science of Swine Production Wednesday\, November 14\, 2012 Saskatoon Inn\, Saskatoon\, SK 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. - Presentations 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. – Reception Featuring the original team of research scientists that established the Centre’s near-market and industry focus in 1992. The program addresses changes in technology that have impacted all the participants in the pork value chain\, specifically areas affecting cost of production\, Download The Complete Information LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/prairie-swine-centres-advancing-the-science-of-swine-production/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130227 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121004T062924 LAST-MODIFIED:20121004T062924 UID:41003@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Nebraska Pork Expo DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Feb 25 - 26\, 2013 Event: NE Pork Expo Location: West Point\, Nebraska LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nebraska-pork-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121004T062737 LAST-MODIFIED:20121004T062737 UID:41000@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Michigan Pork Producers Symposium DESCRIPTION:  Date(s): Feb 21\, 2013 Event: Michigan Pork Producers Symposium Location: Lansing\, MI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/michigan-pork-producers-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130220 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121004T062531 LAST-MODIFIED:20121004T062629 UID:40996@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Keystone Pork Expo DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Feb 19\, 2013 Event: Keystone Pork Expo Location: East Earl\, PA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/keystone-pork-expo-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130213 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121004T062227 LAST-MODIFIED:20121004T062227 UID:40992@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alabama Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Feb 12\, 2013 Event: Alabama Pork Annual Meeting Location: Birmingham\, AL LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alabama-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130131 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20121004T062019 LAST-MODIFIED:20121004T062019 UID:40989@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Foodservice Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 29 - 30\, 2013 Event: National Pork Board Foodservice Advisory Committee Location: Denver\, CO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-foodservice-advisory-committee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130120 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T064502 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T064502 UID:40775@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:South Carolina Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Date(s): Jan 18 - 19\, 2013 Event: South Carolina Pork Annual Meeting Location: Myrtle Beach\, SC LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/south-carolina-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130120 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T064239 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T064239 UID:40771@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kentucky Pork Producers Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:  Date(s): Jan 18 - 19\, 2013 Event: Kentucky Pork Producers Annual Meeting Location: Bowling Green\, KY LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kentucky-pork-producers-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130112 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T064049 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T064049 UID:40767@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Utah Pork's Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 11\, 2013 Event: Utah Pork's Annual Meeting Location: Salt Lake City LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/utah-porks-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130131 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130202 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T063832 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T063832 UID:40763@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Wisconsin Pork Expo and Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 31 - Feb 1\, 2013 Event: Wisconsin Pork Expo and Taste of Elegance Location: Wisconsin Dells\, WI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/wisconsin-pork-expo-and-taste-of-elegance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130131 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130202 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T063658 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T063658 UID:40760@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:North Carolina Pork Annual Meeting/Tradeshow DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 31 - Feb 1\, 2013 Event: North Carolina Pork Annual Meeting/Tradeshow Location: Raleigh\, NC LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/north-carolina-pork-annual-meetingtradeshow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130125 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T063415 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T063511 UID:40757@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Virginia Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Date(s): Jan 24\, 2013 Event: Virginia Pork Annual Meeting Location: Franklin\, VA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/virginia-pork-annual-meeting-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130124 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120927T063139 LAST-MODIFIED:20120927T063213 UID:40753@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Tennessee Pork Trade Show & Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 22 - 23\, 2013 Event: Tennessee Pork Trade Show & Annual Meeting Location: Murfreesboro\, TN LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/tennessee-pork-trade-show-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121015 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121020 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120926T061219 LAST-MODIFIED:20120926T061219 UID:40689@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Purdue Announces Seminar To Help Agribusinesses' Marketing DESCRIPTION: Strategic AgriMarketing October 15-19\, 2012 Register Now E-mail Us Refer a Colleague Participant Login   Program Instructors Dave Downey Scott Downey Justin Funk Tom Funk Program Overview By completing Strategic AgriMarketing\, you will have the knowledge and skills to confidently guide and implement the integrated marketing process. The program is intended for agribusinesses that are serious about strategically marketing to farmers\, and is built upon significant Purdue research on U.S. farmer buying behavior. You need not have a greatdeal of previous marketing experience to attend\, but you do need to be ready to deepen your understanding of marketing and learn to better use sales and marketing tools. Key Benefits As a participant in Strategic AgriMarketing\, you will: Discover creative strategies for marketing to farmers Practice using tools and frameworks for evaluating marketing strategy and making decisions Explore critical marketing elements including segmentation\, targeting\, branding\, positioning\, pricing\, communications and distribution. Network with marketing professionals from a wide range of agricultural sectors and support companies Program Content With specially designed case studies and dynamic teaching\, this weeklong seminar will give you more than a conceptual understanding of marketing. You will participate in a series of lectures\, case problem analysis and discussion. Each case study focuses on a critical element of the marketing mix - product\, price\, place (distribution) and promotion - and involves an agribusiness attempting to develop a marketing strategy in that context. In breakout groups\, your team will implement modeling tools for each case problem. This approach involves using a custom-designed Excel worksheet to analyze the likely consequences of your strategic marketing decisions. You will also have access to these powerful tools when you return to your office. The major topics you will discuss in Strategic AgriMarketing include: Product strategies\, such as product/service development\, product differentiation\, brand development and product lifecycles The role of price\, along with price elasticity\, communicating price and managing competitive pricing The promotional mix - push vs. pull strategies\, designing the message\, selecting the channel\, etc. Functions of distribution Marketing strategy implementation Who Should Attend People who have significant responsibilities for marketing strategy development and implementation in their agribusinesses will benefit the most from Strategic AgriMarketing. Participants are typically responsibility for these types of activities: Developing and managing comprehensive marketing plans and programs Implementing new and existing marketing tactics Crafting objectives for marketing teams Managing technical functions with implications for marketing decisions Participants represent a wide range of industry sectors\, including farm equipment\, agronomy\, crop insurance\, seed\, animal health\, animal nutrition and ag finance\, as well as support companies\, such as ad agencies and marketing firms. Registration Information: Program Dates: October 15-19\, 2012 Location: Purdue University\, West Lafayette\, Indiana Registration Fee: $2\,895 Team Rate: Call (765) 494-4247 to learn more Early Bird Rate: $2\,720\, if registered by September 7 (We've extended the deadline!) Educational Credit: You can earn CEU and CCA credit at this program. Registration fees include all program materials\, refreshments and some meals. Registrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. Once the program is full\, names will be added to a waiting list in the order in which they are received. Registration fees are due upon receipt of registration. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/purdue-announces-seminar-to-help-agribusinesses-marketing/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121220 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120926T060018 LAST-MODIFIED:20120926T060018 UID:40677@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Passion for Pigs Announces Two Iowa Events DESCRIPTION: The “Passion for Pigs” Seminar and Trade Show has announced its "Midwest Hoops Tour" conferences\, to take place in Ames (Nov 20) and Coralville (Dec 19)\, Iowa. The keynote presentations will feature Dr. Mike Brumm speaking on the "Impact of heavier market weights on facility and equipment needs\," and Dr. Dennis DiPietre\, who will address "Critical mistakes you must avoid during times of extreme profit challenge." Dr. Stephen D. Patterson will also be presenting\, and updates will be provided by the Iowa Pork Producers Association\, Iowa State University Diagnostic Lab and the National Pork Board. In conjunction with the meetings\, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy Iowa State University or University of Iowa basketball games. Dates and locations for the two sessions are: Nov. 20th\, 2012 Gateway Hotel & Conference Center Ames\, Iowa and Dec. 19th\, 2012 Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center Coralville\, Iowa The registration fee is $40 per conference\, and includes admission to the basketball game. For three or more attendees from the same group\, the cost is $30 each. For more information or to register\, contact Julie Lolli\, Executive Coordinator\, at 660-651-0570 or julie.nevets@centurytel.net LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/passion-for-pigs-announces-two-iowa-events-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121121 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120926T055844 LAST-MODIFIED:20120926T055844 UID:40673@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Passion for Pigs Announces Two Iowa Events DESCRIPTION: The “Passion for Pigs” Seminar and Trade Show has announced its "Midwest Hoops Tour" conferences\, to take place in Ames (Nov 20) and Coralville (Dec 19)\, Iowa. The keynote presentations will feature Dr. Mike Brumm speaking on the "Impact of heavier market weights on facility and equipment needs\," and Dr. Dennis DiPietre\, who will address "Critical mistakes you must avoid during times of extreme profit challenge." Dr. Stephen D. Patterson will also be presenting\, and updates will be provided by the Iowa Pork Producers Association\, Iowa State University Diagnostic Lab and the National Pork Board. In conjunction with the meetings\, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy Iowa State University or University of Iowa basketball games. Dates and locations for the two sessions are: Nov. 20th\, 2012 Gateway Hotel & Conference Center Ames\, Iowa and Dec. 19th\, 2012 Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference Center Coralville\, Iowa The registration fee is $40 per conference\, and includes admission to the basketball game. For three or more attendees from the same group\, the cost is $30 each. For more information or to register\, contact Julie Lolli\, Executive Coordinator\, at 660-651-0570 or julie.nevets@centurytel.net LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/passion-for-pigs-announces-two-iowa-events/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121020 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120917T061510 LAST-MODIFIED:20120917T061510 UID:39920@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 World Food Prize DESCRIPTION: October 17-19\, Des Moines\, Iowa With the pressing environmental and demographic challenges facing a hungry world\, we have seen a growing push toward international collaboration between institutions\, disciplines\, public and private sectors and countries. The 2012 Borlaug Dialogue will highlight the role of partnerships and their importance in confronting hunger challenges by driving forward cutting edge research and application at the intersection of science\, education and enterprise. For the full agenda\, schedule of events and a list of speakers\, please click here. Important Registration Information: Laureate Award Ceremony (Oct 18): The Laureate Award Ceremony is by invitation only. Invitations will be sent out in late summer. Iowa registration: To quality for the Iowa resident rate\, you must be attending the symposium as a private individual (not representing any company or organization)\, must reside within the state of Iowa and register with a valid Iowa address. If you qualify\, please register here. Student registration: To quality for the special $99 student rate\, please send a request letter with your full name and dates of attendance. The letter must be on university letterhead and signed by a faculty member. Please email the letter to wfp@worldfoodprize.org. Upon receipt\, we will contact you with further registration instructions.  All requests must be received by October 1\, 2012. If you have any technical difficulties while registering\, please call the Eventbrite registration support line at: 1-888-810-2063. Thank you. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-world-food-prize/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121103 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120913T071022 LAST-MODIFIED:20120913T071022 UID:39846@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board-Advanced Social Media Planning DESCRIPTION: National Pork Board Advanced Social Media Training Date(s): Oct 31 - Nov 1\, 2012 Event: National Pork Board Advanced Social Media Training Location: Des Moines\, IA Contact Info: Name: Phone: Email: Web URL: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-advanced-social-media-planning/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130214 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120912T062543 LAST-MODIFIED:20120912T062543 UID:39768@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2013 Ohio Pork Congress:February 12-13 DESCRIPTION: The 2013 Ohio Pork Congress will take place on February 12-13\, in Columbus\, OH. February 12 will serve as exhibitor setup day\, with the Taste of Elegance Taking place that evening. The Ohio Pork Congress program and symposiums will take place on February 13. For additional information\, please contact Cheryl Neff at the OPPC office by calling 614-882-5887\, or email cneff@ohiopork.org. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2013-ohio-pork-congressfebruary-12-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130125 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120910T095447 LAST-MODIFIED:20120910T095503 UID:39686@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Iowa Pork Congress 2013 DESCRIPTION: Non-exhibiting Supplier Attendee Registration Standard Floorplan Interactive Floor Plan Exhibitor Search by Category Exhibitor List Hotels Travel Maps Exhibitor Contract Exhibitor Personnel Reg Sponsorship Opportunities Advertise With Us Standard Floorplan Interactive Floor Plan Exhibitor Search by Category Exhibitor List Hotels Travel Maps Plan to attend the 2013 Iowa Pork Congress on January 23-24 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/iowa-pork-congress-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130213T000000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130214T000000 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120906T064910 LAST-MODIFIED:20120906T065053 UID:39553@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2013 Missouri Pork Expo DESCRIPTION: 13-14 2013 Missouri Pork Expo Columbia\, MO http://www.mopork.com/Events_MissouriPorkExpo.asp LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2013-missouri-pork-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131104 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120906T064528 LAST-MODIFIED:20120919T232134 UID:39548@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:18th Annual ABVP Symposium DESCRIPTION: October 31 - November 3\, 2013 (Thu-Sun) Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa Phoenix\, Arizona   Hosted by: American Board of Veterinary Practitioners   Marisa Hackemann\, Executive Director: 618 Church Street\, Suite 220 Nashville\, TN 37219   Tel.: 1-800-697-3583 Fax: 1-615-254-7047 Email: abvp@xmi-amc.com Web: http://www.abvp.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/18th-annual-abvp-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120907 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120905T064905 LAST-MODIFIED:20120905T064905 UID:39512@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Free Manure Telconference DESCRIPTION: ProfitPro® invites YOU to call in on the first THURSDAY of the month for a FREE MANURE TELECONFERENCE It’s Easy . . . It’s FREE UPCOMING SUBJECT Thursday\, September 6\, 2012 8:00 p.m. CDT (Central Daylight Time) ManurePlus™ System\, Value Added Manure Enhancement System Guest Ken Hamilton\, Nutritionist and Microbiologist\, and Dr. Jim Ladlie\, President\, ProfitPro. LLC The objective of the ManurePlus System is to reduce the negative attributes and enhance manure value. The ManurePlus System offers the following improvements and advantages: manure utilization; nutrient retention and balance; application ease and uniformity; facility longevity; agronomic efficiency; and economic improvement. In-field research shows a 5 to 15 percent yield improvement the first year with the ManurePlus System. We will discuss the difference between the ManurePlus System and More Than Manure® technology as well as which one will produce the best short and long term value? Join us as Ken Hamilton\, a Nutritionist and Microbiologist\, discusses how the ManurePlus System works and the short and long term advantages to implementing the System on your operation. A 2012 Fall and 2013 plan-of-action will be discussed. For more information\, go to manuremaster.com and click on Teleconference and then Manure Teleconference Learning Materials Coming soon: ManurePlus.com web-site. Learn how to ACHIEVE a COMPETIVITE EDGE with the ManurePlus™ System with this FREE Teleconference DIRECTIONS FOR CALLING IN Dial the toll free number 1-866-225-3498 at 8 p.m. SHARP (CDT) to get in from the beginning. Enter the four-digit security code 7159 followed by the pound (#) key. 3.      Please call from a quiet place or press *6 to mute your background noise. Press *6 again to Ask Questions during the Q & A portion of the program. NO FEE or pre-registration required. Access the teleconference anytime between 8 to 9 p.m. (CDT) DIRECTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL CALLING IN Any international customer wishing to participate in the monthly educational teleconferences may do so by using the #212-990-8010 and Enter the four-digit security code 7159 followed by the pound (#) key. You will need to dial any prefix numbers as you normally would to get an international line from your country. The international customers will be billed for the long distance charge from their long distance phone company. 4.        Please call from a quiet place or press *6 to mute your background noise. Press *6 again to Ask Questions during the Q & A portion of the program. NO FEE or pre-registration required. Access the teleconference anytime between 8 to 9 p.m. (CDT) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/free-manure-telconference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120927 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120929 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120905T055351 LAST-MODIFIED:20120905T055351 UID:39478@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Farm Foundation Announces "Free Trade Agreements, Global Animal Trade" Workshop DESCRIPTION: Passage of free trade agreements between the United States and South Korea\, Colombia and Panama represent opportunities for growth in U.S. animal product trade. A workshop Sept. 27-28\, 2012\, will examine the potential implications for global meat\, poultry and dairy trade. The workshop\, Emerging Issues in Global Animal Product Trade: Assessing the Effects of Free Trade Agreements on Global Meat\, Poultry and Dairy Trade\, will take place at the offices of USDA's Economic Research Service (ERS)\, 355 E St. NW\, Washington\, D.C. "By eliminating trade barriers\, free trade agreements are changing the landscape of the animal products import and export market\," says Sheldon Jones\, vice president of Farm Foundation\, NFP. "This workshop will highlight ongoing research to examine potential challenges and opportunities for trade in animal products\, as well as to identify issues where more information is needed." ERS is coordinating the workshop in collaboration with Farm Foundation\, NFP\, Texas Tech University's Combest Endowed Chair for Agricultural Competitiveness and the S-1043 Regional Research Group. The workshop is targeted to industry experts\, policy makers\, embassy attaches\, market analysts\, lenders\, wholesale distributers\, international traders\, regulatory officials and the academic community. There is no fee to attend but registration is encouraged. Registration can be completed online at ERS\, or link through the Farm Foundation website\, where program details are also posted. Space is limited so early registration is encouraged. Featured speakers at the workshop will include: Sharon Bomer\, Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Agricultural Affairs Dylan Daniels\, USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Brett Stuart of Global AgriTrends Tom Suber of the U.S. Dairy Export Council Kevin Brosch of the USA Poultry & Egg Export Council Alfred Breuer of the National Pork Producers Council Chandler Keys of JBS USA Jason Grant\, Virginia Tech University Thad Lively\, U.S. Meat Export Federation Passage of the U.S. Free Trade Agreements with South Korea\, Colombia and Panama\, represent growth opportunities for U.S. meat exports. The Trans-Pacific Partnership\, which is now in negotiations\, could also lead to greater expansion of U.S. meat and dairy products. The workshop will provide information to help expand understanding of the global context in which the U.S. meat\, poultry and dairy sectors operate. Sessions will focus on how free trade agreements impact global meat\, poultry and dairy trade\, create the opportunity to expand market access\, and address technical trade barriers. The workshop will also help ERS and other USDA agencies assess research priorities. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/farm-foundation-announces-free-trade-agreements-global-animal-trade-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120919 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120901T062659 LAST-MODIFIED:20120901T062659 UID:39342@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Board of Directors for the Nebraska Pork Producer Association DESCRIPTION: A regular meeting of the Board of Directors of The Nebraska Pork Producers Association will be held on September 18 2012\, at the Staybridge Suites Lincoln\, 2701 Fletcher Ave.\, Lincoln\, Nebraska. The meeting will begin at 9:00 AM. A full agenda is available upon request and is subject to change without further notification. Contact the Nebraska Pork Producers Association\, 7441 O Street\, Suite 104\, Lincoln\, NE 68510-2468. Phone: (888) 627-7675. The Nebraska Pork Producers Association is a grassroots\, incorporated\, non profit organization established in 1961. NPPA was developed to promote the pork industry through the enhancement of consumer demand\, producer education and research. For more information\, visit NPPA’s website at www.NEpork.org.Nebraska Pork Producers Association\, 7441 O Street\, Suite 104\, Lincoln\, Nebraska 68510 - Phone 402·472·2563\, FAX 402·472·4930 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/board-of-directors-for-the-nebraska-pork-producer-association/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121115T090000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121115T170000 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120828T145154 LAST-MODIFIED:20120828T145355 UID:38921@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kansas State University Swine Day DESCRIPTION: Presentations pertaining to the hot topics in the pork industry today. As well as insight into the research conducted by the Kansas State University Swine Team. November 15 - Kansas State University - Alumni Center For more information contact Dr. Jim Nelssen - 785-532-1251 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kansas-state-university-swine-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120907 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120823T072514 LAST-MODIFIED:20120823T072514 UID:38959@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Research Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Sep 6\, 2012 Event: Research Committee Meeting Minnesota Pork Board Research Committee 10 a.m. stephanie@mnpork.com (507) 345-8814 Location: Minnesota Pork Office\, 151 St. Andrews Ct\, Ste 810\, Mankato\, Minn. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/research-committee-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121028 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120816T065244 LAST-MODIFIED:20120816T065244 UID:38255@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National FFA Convention and Expo DESCRIPTION: 85th National FFA Convention & Expo Each year\, nearly 55\,000 FFA members and guests gather to learn about careers in the agriculture industry\, compete for scholarships\, volunteer in the community and shape the future of the National FFA Organization. Questions? E-mail us: convention@ffa.org Visit the website LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-ffa-convention-and-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121016 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121017 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120816T065004 LAST-MODIFIED:20120816T065004 UID:38252@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Packer Meeting DESCRIPTION: October 16th 2012 1-9pm Kansas City Missouri LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-packer-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130116 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120816T064501 LAST-MODIFIED:20120816T064501 UID:38248@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Taste of Elegance Culinary Competition DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Jan 15\, 2013 Event: Taste of Elegance Culinary Competition pam@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 Location: Minneapolis Hilton LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-taste-of-elegance-culinary-competition/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121213 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120816T064156 LAST-MODIFIED:20120816T064156 UID:38245@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus Training DESCRIPTION: Date(s): Dec 12\, 2012 Event: PQA Plus Training Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 Location: McLeod County Fairgrounds\, 840 Century Avenue\, Hutchinson\, Minn. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-training/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130207 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120813T071135 LAST-MODIFIED:20120813T071135 UID:38090@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2013 Illinois Pork Expo DESCRIPTION: Date: Tuesday\, February 5\, 2013\, 12:00 am to Wednesday\, February 6\, 2013\, 12:00 am Location: Peoria Civic Center LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2013-illinois-pork-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121205 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120809T073646 LAST-MODIFIED:20120809T073646 UID:37959@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Midwest Pork Conference 2012 DESCRIPTION: Midwest Pork Conference Date(s): Dec 4\, 2012 Event: Midwest Pork Conference Location: Danville\, IN LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/midwest-pork-conference-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121116 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120809T073359 LAST-MODIFIED:20120809T073359 UID:37955@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:A One-Health Approach to Antimicrobial Use and Resistance DESCRIPTION: November 13 - 15\, 2012 (Tue-Thu) Hilton Polaris Hotel Columbus\, Ohio Hosted by the National Institute for Animal Agriculture The use of antibiotics in animal agriculture has elicited increasing concern among the general public\, policy makers and consumers who are increasingly aware and interested about where their food comes from. Criticism primarily revolves around such use and its potential contribution to antibiotic resistance. However\, the issue is frequently oversimplified. There exists a need to promote antibiotic use in a judicious\, careful manner across all fronts – in both animals and humans. As such\, everyone has a vested stake in engaging in meaningful dialogue and creating successful strategies to preserve antibiotic efficacy – it’s a matter of public health across the globe. The symposium is designed to facilitate that occurrence\, building upon pertinent information and consensus points established from the previous symposium held in Chicago in October 2011. For more information: National Institute for Animal Agriculture 13570 Meadowgrass Dr\, Suite 201 Colorado Springs\, CO 80921 Tel.: 719-538-8843\, ext 14 Fax: 719-538-8847 Email: niaa@animalagriculture.org Web: http://www.animalagriculture.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/a-one-health-approach-to-antimicrobial-use-and-resistance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121110 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120809T073116 LAST-MODIFIED:20120809T073116 UID:37952@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:20th Annual Swine Disease Conference for Swine Practitioners DESCRIPTION: November 8 - 9\, 2012 (Thu-Fri) Scheman Building Ames\, Iowa USA Hosted by Iowa State University For more information: Conference Planning & Management Iowa State University Ames\, Iowa 50011 Tel.: 515-294-6222 Fax: 515-294-6223 Email: registration-info@iastate.edu Web: http://www.ucs.iastate.edu/mnet/swinedisease/home.html LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/20th-annual-swine-disease-conference-for-swine-practitioners/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120928 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120809T072823 LAST-MODIFIED:20120809T072823 UID:37948@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Swine Extension/Educators Fall In-Service DESCRIPTION: National Pork Board Swine Extension/Educators Fall In-Service Date(s): Sep 25 - 27\, 2012 Event: National Pork Board Swine Extension/Educators Fall In-Service Location: Cincinnati\, OH Contact Info: Name: Sharlotte P; Kathy C LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-swine-extensioneducators-fall-in-service/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120919 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120807T065237 LAST-MODIFIED:20120807T065237 UID:37851@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Animal Care Is Our Priority is theme of Workforce Development Seminar DESCRIPTION: Print and Mail Registration Form (pdf) Online Registration Begins Aug. 13 Animal Care Is Our Priority is the theme of this year’s Workforce Development Seminar on Sept. 18 at the Country Inn & Suites\, Mankato. The seminar runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The annual Workforce Development Seminar addresses current issues and provide new information to individuals who raise and care for hogs. The seminar is sponsored by the Minnesota Pork Board and Pork Checkoff. Seminar topics and presenters will be:Communicating What We Do. Cindy Cunningham\, National Pork Board Assistant Vice President for Communications\, will present tips on how to share your knowledge and experience as a hog farmer and animal caretaker with others. This sessions will include hands-on practice. A National Perspective on Animal Care. A representative from the National Pork Producers Council will update audience members on how groups that oppose animal agriculture and meat consumption advance their agenda by intimating and misinforming retailers. Making Sure Your House is in Order. Dr. Carissa Odland\, a swine veterinarian with the Pipestone Veterinary Clinic\, will talk about the crucial areas where animal caretakers need to pay special attention and emphasis. The Bull's-eye Is On Us. David Preisler\, Minnesota Pork Producers Association Executive Director\, will discuss the methods and misinformation campaigns that animal extremist groups use to target hog farmers and the pork industry. Creating the Right Barn Culture. Dr. Odland will define barn culture and how it affects animal care and well-being. We Care. This session will review the ethical principles and animal well-being practices of We Care. Preregistration is encouraged. At-the-door registration will be accepted if space is available. The preregistration fee is $20 per person\, if paid by Sept. 10. Registration at the door will be $40. Registration includes materials\, lunch and refreshments. Online registration at www.mnpork.com will be available beginning Aug. 13. A printable registration form is currently available. For more information\, contact MPB Assistant Executive Director Jeremy Geske at (507) 345-8814. The Minnesota Pork Board and the Pork Checkoff are seminar sponsors. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/animal-care-is-our-priority-is-theme-of-workforce-development-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130201 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120807T061019 LAST-MODIFIED:20120807T061052 UID:37820@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2013 International Meat Expo DESCRIPTION: Registration is now open for the 2013 International Meat Expo\, part of the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE)\, January 29-31\, 2013\, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. This joint effort of the meat and poultry industries will offer more exhibit space featuring more companies and is expected to offer attract a larger audience than ever.  Registration for the show is $60 and includes a full slate of education programs covering operations\, food safety\, consumer trends and management.  The IPPE will be offering free simultaneously translated sessions as well as a wide range of specialized co-located workshops available at low\, additional fees. “The response to AMI’s collocation with IPE and IFE has been overwhelmingly positive\,” said AMI Vice President of Convention Services Anne Halal.  “With months to go\,  we have confirmed  885 exhibitors and 388\,000 square feet of exhibit space filled with the leading manufacturers of equipment and supplies in our industry.” The show’s size puts it on track to  be listed in the top 50 largest trade shows in the U.S.\, and it is focused directly on the meat\, poultry and feed industries. The live registration site is  http://www.ime13.org/.  All employees of AMI processing member companies are eligible for free registration through the Members to Atlanta program.  In addition\, in appreciation for their loyalty\, AMI is extending the same offer to any processor that attended the AMI Expo in Dallas in May 2012. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2013-international-meat-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121021 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120802T072348 LAST-MODIFIED:20120802T072348 UID:37694@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Applied Animal and Public Health Research and Extension Symposium DESCRIPTION: The 8th Annual Applied Animal and Public Health Research and Extension Symposium are seeking presenters for the upcoming symposium. This event is sponsored by the American Association of Extension Veterinarians and will be held on Saturday\, October 20\, 2012 from 3:00 – 6:00pm in Greensboro\, NC (coincides with the US Animal Health Association Annual Meeting). Presenters will be given 15 minutes to summarize a project that highlights animal or public health topic applicable to an audience of veterinarians involved in extension\, regulatory\, academia\, and diagnostics. There will be 5 minutes allowed for Q&A. Even though there is no funding available for presenters\, don’t let that stop you from sending in an abstract to the moderators! Please submit them by August 17\, 2012. You are not required to register for USAHA if you are only attending/presenting at this session. For additional information\, please contact Russ Daly\, South Dakota State University\, Extension Service\, Russell.daly@sdstate.edu or Danelle Bickett-Weddle\, Center for Food Security and Public Health\, Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine dbw@iastate.edu LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/applied-animal-and-public-health-research-and-extension-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120914 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120802T072045 LAST-MODIFIED:20120802T072045 UID:37690@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Canada's Outdoor Farm Show DESCRIPTION: General Information As our nation's premier outdoor agricultural showcase\, Canada's Outdoor Farm Show offers "one stop shopping" for farmers and highlights the most innovative and technologically advanced agricultural products and services available. Date\, Time\, Place September 11\,12\,13\, 2012 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Canada's Outdoor Park\, Woodstock\, Ontario Approximately two hour drive west of Toronto in the heart of one of Canada's prime agricultural areas!   Daily Admission Pay at the Gate Adults - $17.00 Youth (6-17) - $5.00 Children (Under 6) – Free Second-Day Wristbands $10.00 for a second-day entry ONLY at Info Booths during the Show. Parking Free Directions Canada's Outdoor Park\, Woodstock\, Ontario 744906 Oxford Rd 17 at the corner of the 11th Line GPS coordinates for the front gate: Latitude: 43.153836 Longitude: -80.785189 Download Map View Google Map LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-canadas-outdoor-farm-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130525 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120802T071542 LAST-MODIFIED:20120802T071542 UID:37686@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:US Meat Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION: Board of Directors Meeting May 22-24\, 2013 Renaissance Hotel Washington\, DC LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/us-meat-board-of-directors-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121110 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120802T071428 LAST-MODIFIED:20120802T071428 UID:37683@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:US Meat Strategic Planning Conference DESCRIPTION: Nov. 7-9\, 2012 Hyatt Regency Indianapolis LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/us-meat-strategic-planning-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120828 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120731T060009 LAST-MODIFIED:20120731T060009 UID:37537@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Breeding Stock Management Course Sets Stage for Professional Swine Manager Program DESCRIPTION:Looking to enhance your knowledge of breeding stock management? This fall\, Peter Neigebauer will instruct a Breeding Stock Management course through South Central Community College’s online learning management system. Classes begin Aug. 27\, so don’t miss your opportunity to register. The U.S. Pork Center of Excellence (USPCE)\, in collaboration with the Pork Checkoff and community college instructors\, has developed the community college-level curriculum to help prepare individuals for employment in the swine production field. The complete curriculum series\, entitled Professional Swine Manager (PSM)\, is targeted toward current pork production employees\, with a secondary audience of current community or technical college students wishing to enter a pork production unit after graduation. “I am pleased to instruct this online hybrid course\, which will provide a comprehensive study of the swine breeding herd\,” Neigebauer said. “The class provides students\, young and old\, the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the breeding herd through convenient online resources\, while also experiencing hands-on learning.” Neigebauer has been a swine instructor at South Central Community College for the past 21 years. He also has been involved in the commercial swine production of a 1\,400-head farrow-to-wean farm for the past 17 years. “Completing the curriculum will help participants find employment and advancement opportunities in pork production\,” said Jim Lummus\, producer learning and performance manager for the Pork Checkoff. “And it’s a win for the pork industry\, with more skilled\, trained individuals in the workforce pool.” For a total of three credit hours\, the breeding stock management education will focus on the technical aspects of the breeding\, gestation and farrowing departments in a swine operation. Topics include the conditioning\, care and management of gilts\, sows and boars; breeding schedules; breeding methods; stock replacement; herd integration; replacement strategies; gestation management; lactation management; reproductive health considerations and care of piglets prior to weaning. Cost is approximately $204 per credit hour and is set by South Central Community College. Students will be required to provide their own computer with a speaker or a headset\, along with Internet access. Look for more courses in the spring of 2013\, including Introduction to Swine Production and Employer/Employee Issues. For more information and to register\, visit www.SouthCentral.edu/incoming-student-status/non-degree-seeking.html. For specific course information\, contact Pete Neigebauer at (507) 389-7290 or at Pete.Neigebauer@SouthCentral.edu. For more information\, contact Jim Lummus at JLummus@pork.org or at (515) 294-903. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/breeding-stock-management-course-sets-stage-for-professional-swine-manager-program/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120819 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120726T071309 LAST-MODIFIED:20120726T071309 UID:37384@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oink Outings Booth Event Minnesota Zoo DESCRIPTION:Date(s): Aug 18\, 2012 Event: Oink Outings Booth Event\, New Hope New Hope Farmer's Market 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: 4300 Xylon Ave N\, New Hope LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oink-outings-booth-event-minnesota-zoo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130401 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120718T061412 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T061412 UID:36760@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:SMEC Offers New Course:Swine Production Management and Consultation DESCRIPTION: The Swine Medicine Education Center (SMEC) is offering a new class\, SMEC481\, focusing on swine production management and consultation starting in the fall of 2012. The course will be offered to 4th year veterinary students as a 1 or 2 week long clinical rotation. Upcoming course dates will be October 22 – November 4\, 2012 (after SMEC480 course) and March 18 – 31\, 2013 (prior to a SMEC480 course). Students can enroll in the course as a 2 week rotation for 2 credits or as a 1 week course for 1 credit. Students will have the opportunity to learn swine production management and consulting skills within a progressive swine production and management system. Time will be split approximately 50/50 with in class discussion topics and on-farm learning opportunities where students will visit a breeding farm\, nursery facility\, finishing facility\, wean-to-finish facility\, gilt developer unit\, and a truck wash facility. The learning objectives of the course include topics across all swine production phases in addition to business and financial management. An example of topics to be covered include: biosecurity training\, farrowing management\, neonatal piglet care\, genetics\, pig flow management\, finishing contracts\, grower responsibilities\, employee management\, and new agribusiness ventures. Skills and knowledge gained in this course will better prepare new graduates to start their professional careers. “A thorough understanding of swine production management practices is required to efficiently execute disease investigations\, design intervention strategies\, and to create herd health programs. This course will both introduce and allow students to gain additional expertise with these management practices. After graduation\, clients expect you to have a working knowledge of swine management and commercial production which can be difficult to attain without extensive experience within a production system. This course will serve as a formal introduction and will provide an opportunity for students to evaluate these practices on commercial production facilities” says Dr. Josh Ellingson\, SMEC clinician. Availability is limited; please contact Dr. Locke Karriker (karriker@iastate.edu) or Dr. Josh Ellingson (jellingson@amvcms.com) immediately if you are interested in enrolling. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/smec-offers-new-courseswine-production-management-and-consultation-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121105 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120718T061219 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T061219 UID:36757@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:SMEC Offers New Course:Swine Production Management and Consultation DESCRIPTION: The Swine Medicine Education Center (SMEC) is offering a new class\, SMEC481\, focusing on swine production management and consultation starting in the fall of 2012. The course will be offered to 4th year veterinary students as a 1 or 2 week long clinical rotation. Upcoming course dates will be October 22 – November 4\, 2012 (after SMEC480 course) and March 18 – 31\, 2013 (prior to a SMEC480 course). Students can enroll in the course as a 2 week rotation for 2 credits or as a 1 week course for 1 credit. Students will have the opportunity to learn swine production management and consulting skills within a progressive swine production and management system. Time will be split approximately 50/50 with in class discussion topics and on-farm learning opportunities where students will visit a breeding farm\, nursery facility\, finishing facility\, wean-to-finish facility\, gilt developer unit\, and a truck wash facility. The learning objectives of the course include topics across all swine production phases in addition to business and financial management. An example of topics to be covered include: biosecurity training\, farrowing management\, neonatal piglet care\, genetics\, pig flow management\, finishing contracts\, grower responsibilities\, employee management\, and new agribusiness ventures. Skills and knowledge gained in this course will better prepare new graduates to start their professional careers. “A thorough understanding of swine production management practices is required to efficiently execute disease investigations\, design intervention strategies\, and to create herd health programs. This course will both introduce and allow students to gain additional expertise with these management practices. After graduation\, clients expect you to have a working knowledge of swine management and commercial production which can be difficult to attain without extensive experience within a production system. This course will serve as a formal introduction and will provide an opportunity for students to evaluate these practices on commercial production facilities” says Dr. Josh Ellingson\, SMEC clinician. Availability is limited; please contact Dr. Locke Karriker (karriker@iastate.edu) or Dr. Josh Ellingson (jellingson@amvcms.com) immediately if you are interested in enrolling. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/smec-offers-new-courseswine-production-management-and-consultation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120920 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120718T060903 LAST-MODIFIED:20120718T060903 UID:36753@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Vaccines and Diagnostics for Transboundary Animal Diseases Workshop DESCRIPTION: • General Information • Meeting Agenda • Scientific Committee Dates: September 17-19\, 2012 Location: Ames\, Iowa USA The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has provided funds for the organization of a Workshop entitled "Vaccines and Diagnostics for Transboundary Animal Diseases\," to be held September 17-19\, 2012 in Ames Iowa. The primary objective of the workshop is to discuss state of the art measures to serve U.S. and international needs related to vaccine and diagnostic tool development for significant transboundary diseases. Industry\, government and academic scientists are welcome to participate\, present information\, and learn of current work in this field. Presentations will be made by representatives of federal agencies\, biologics industries\, and universities. Diseases to be covered include: highly pathogenic avian influenza; exotic Newcastle disease\, foot and mouth disease; Rift Valley fever; Nipah and Hendra virus; African swine fever; classical swine fever; Heartwater; Q fever\, Ebola\, and Schmallenberg virus. A poster session will also be held to allow novel research on these diseases and other diseases important for the U.S. National Veterinary Stockpile to be presented and to feature the roles of the federal agencies. The workshop has four goals: Sharing progress on cutting-edge research and providing updates on the current status on vaccines and diagnostics for high priority transboundary animal diseases to help inform the decision making process; Presenting information to academic scientists to help them better understand the regulatory process and how to translate research into licensed novel vaccines and diagnostics for high priority transboundary animal diseases; Providing the opportunity for government officials from each agency working in this area to convey their roles and responsibilities to a broad audience; Bringing together scientists from academia\, industry and government in order to stimulate cross-talk. The Workshop is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security\, Science and Technology Directorate (www.dhs.gov/files/scitech.shtm)\, the Center of Excellence for Emerging and Zoonotic Animal Diseases (CEEZAD) at Kansas State University (www.ceezad.org) – a Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Center of Excellence\, the Center for Food Security and Public Health/Institute for International Cooperation in Animal Biologics at Iowa State University\, the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) www.oie.int and the International Alliance for Biological Standardization (IABS)\, www.iabs.org. The organization of this meeting is possible because of the support of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security under Grant Award Number 2010-ST-061-AG0001. Registration Online Registration (Registrations after August 10\, 2012 will be charged a late fee.) Lodging The meeting will be held at the Gateway Hotel in Ames\, Iowa www.gatewayames.com. A block of rooms has been reserved for the conference at the rate of $94 for double or king\, $104 for an executive king room. Book rooms by Monday\, August 27\, 2012 to receive this rate. Call 1-800-FOR-AMES (1-800-367-2637) to reserve a room and reference "Transboundary Animal Diseases Meeting." Call for Abstracts for Posters The Scientific Committee invites participants to submit abstracts for poster presentation at the Workshop. Abstracts are due on Friday\, August 10 and should be emailed to iicab@iastate.edu The Committee will select up to six abstracts for short oral presentations on the last day of the meeting. Instructions for abstracts are as follows: Abstracts are limited to one page with one inch margins. Use Times New Roman font\, size 12 for text. The title should be in bold. Abstracts should include title\, authors\, affiliations (use superscripts by authors' names to indicate affiliations). If all authors are from the same institution\, omit superscript numbers for the affiliation. The abstract should include the following headings: Objectives\, Methods\, Results\, and Conclusions. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/vaccines-and-diagnostics-for-transboundary-animal-diseases-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120824 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120717T061151 LAST-MODIFIED:20120717T061222 UID:36689@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus Advisor Recertification Session Is Aug. 23 DESCRIPTION: People who need to be recertified as Pork Quality Assurance Plus®advisors under the National Pork Board's PQA Plus program are invited to attend a session set for Aug. 23 in Ames. The Iowa Pork Industry Center at Iowa State University is hosting the morning session\, which will run concurrently with an initial PQA Plus certification session. James McKean\, IPIC associate director and ISU Extension swine veterinarian\, said the session will be taught by ISU animal science and veterinary medicine faculty members who are certified PQA Plus trainers. “The session is limited to the first 30 participants who preregister and pay the recertification fee of $50 per person\,” McKean said. “Preregistration is strongly encouraged to ensure the materials will be available for each participant\, so no walk-ins will be accepted.” Scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon with registration at 8:30 a.m.\, the session will be held at the Ensminger Room in Kildee Hall on the Iowa State campus. It will be filled on a first received\, first accepted basis with a deadline of Aug. 9\, or when the limit of 30 is reached\, so people should submit their preregistration and payment as soon as possible. The preregistration form is available online at www.ipic.iastate.edu/PQAPRecert082312.docx. It also is available by fax by calling Sunny Hsu at IPIC at 515-294-4103. PQA Plus was developed by the Pork Industry Animal Care Coalition to be a continuous improvement program. The coalition\, made up of pork producers\, packers/processors\, restaurants and food retailers\, dedicated itself to finding a food-industry solution that would give confidence to consumers that U.S. pork is produced in a way that respects animal well-being. PQA Plus merges the food safety and animal well-being concepts of the original PQA program into three steps: individual certification through education\, farm site assessment\, and the opportunity for project verification that gives customer credibility. For more information on PQA Plus contact the National Pork Board at 800-456-PORK or go to http://www.pork.org/certification/default.aspx. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-advisor-recertification-session-is-aug-23/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120818 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120717T060426 LAST-MODIFIED:20120717T060531 UID:36679@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kansas State Announces Its Annual "Risk And Profit" Conference DESCRIPTION: Giving agricultural producers a competitive edge is the focus of Kansas State University's Risk and Profit Conference planned this year for Thursday-Friday\, Aug. 16-17 in Manhattan. The conference and trade show at the K-State Alumni Center begins with registration from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 16\, followed by lunch at 11:30. Following lunch\, Joe Shultz and Max Fisher of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture\, Nutrition and Forestry will present the keynote address on the 2012 Farm Bill. Fisher serves as Sen. Pat Roberts' chief economist on the committee and Shultz is the senior economist on the committee. The remainder of the day will be filled with breakout sessions\, social hour with a cash bar\, dinner and a presentation\, "A Conversation with a Kansas Producer\," featuring Rich Porter of Reading\, Kan. Friday\, Aug. 17 begins with breakfast from 6:45 to 7:15 a.m. followed by the "Livestock and Grain Market Outlooks" by K-State Research and Extension agricultural economists Glynn Tonsor and Dan O'Brien. A range of topics will be covered during breakout sessions Thursday afternoon and Friday\, including: •The Economic\, Legal\, and Tax Implications of an Oil Lease; •History by the Numbers: A Look at Kansas Agriculture's History Using Kansas Farm Management Association Data; •Equestrian Tourism in the Flint Hills: Opportunities to Diversify Agriculture in the U.S.; •Farm Bill Programs and Crop Insurance (two parts); •Macroeconomic Instability: To be Continued? •The Effects of the Federal Reserve System in Agriculture; •Proactive Spread Hedging; •Managing Your Grain Marketing Risk\, and many others. A complete list of sessions\, registration and lodging information is available online at www.agmanager.info or by contacting Rich Llewelyn in K-State's Department of Agricultural Economics at 785-532-1504 or rvl@k-state.edu. The fee to register is $210 per person for both days if paid by Aug. 10\, and $190 for each additional attendee from the same family or business. A one-day pass is $120 per person if paid by the early date. Registrations paid after Aug. 10 will be $230 for a two-day pass and $140 for one day. The full two-day registration covers the conference proceedings on CD\, two lunches\, one dinner and one breakfast\, refreshments at breaks\, parking\, access to conference trade show and vendors and time for networking opportunities with other attendees and speakers. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kansas-state-announces-its-annual-risk-and-profit-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120927 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120712T063914 LAST-MODIFIED:20120712T063914 UID:36437@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION: PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. Southern Research and Outreach Center 35838 120th Street Waseca\, Minn Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-10-a-m-noon-tqa-1-330-p-m-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120913 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120712T063752 LAST-MODIFIED:20120712T063752 UID:36434@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION: PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. West Central Research and Outreach Center 46352 State Highway 329 Morris\, Minn Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-10-a-m-noon-tqa-1-330-p-m-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130608 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120712T063101 LAST-MODIFIED:20120712T063101 UID:36430@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:World Pork Expo 2013 DESCRIPTION: As the world's largest pork-specific trade show\, World Pork Expo brings in some 20\,000 pork producers and allied industry professionals for three days dedicated to industry innovation. Along with browsing the nearly 500 trade show exhibits\, attendees can take part in seminars covering a wide range of pork industry topics including animal well-being\, business and environmental management\, production efficiencies and more. http://www.worldpork.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/world-pork-expo-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130131 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120712T062507 LAST-MODIFIED:20120712T062507 UID:36425@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Centralia Swine Research Update 2013 DESCRIPTION: The Centralia Swine Research Upate was initiated in 1981 by staff at Centralia College\, to bring researchers and their work to participants in the pork industry. The event continues to be planned\, organized and executed by a committee of industry partners\, with support from OMAFRA (Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affaris) staff. It is a not-for-profit organisation. We could not continue without the generous support through sponsorship by industry and by producers through their organisations. Please refer to the proceedings for a list of our current and past sponsors. We appreciate the efforts of all contributors for their research and the preparation of their presentations and written papers. Centralia Swine Research Update exists to facilitate the transfer of information. No responsibility can be taken for any outcome of the use\, application\, or adoption of any ideas or practices discussed at the event or described in the proceedings. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/centralia-swine-research-update-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120711T115237 LAST-MODIFIED:20120711T115237 UID:36392@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 ProfitPro Summer Conference Managing Farm Resources to Optimize Profit and Sustainability in 2012 DESCRIPTION: Download The Complete Conference PDF Managing Farm Resources to Optimize Profit and Sustainability Managing farm resources\, to optimize profits\, requires a balanced approach. All life is designed to be in balance\, and balance is a major consideration for top productivity in crops and livestock. Excesses or deficiencies result in loss. This conference will explore the Full-Circle System™ and how to achieve and maintain balance between all the components of your farming operation. This event will provide updated knowledge for conventional and organic growers as well as livestock producers. Download The Complete Conference PDF LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-profitpro-summer-conference-managing-farm-resources-to-optimize-profit-and-sustainability-in-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120907 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120709T101123 LAST-MODIFIED:20120709T103937 UID:36270@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Hog Margin Management from CI Hedging DESCRIPTION:   Hog Margin Management Seminar Total Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits: 16 This program is designed to help pork producers develop a marketing edge for their operation by managing their profit margin. Appropriate for all experience levels\, this comprehensive two-day seminar encompasses a thorough review from fundamental background of the futures market–including terminology\, order flow and margining topics–to position structure and management. The seminar also covers futures and options strategies that allow complete flexibility to optimize the profit in the operation. A tour of the CME Group’s visitor center overooking the trading floor at the Chicago Board of Trade is included to help reinforce the knowledge of why the markets exist and how they function. An online price management simulation ties together the hedging concepts learned throughout the program and allows you to leave with fresh ideas of how to improve your hog operation’s margin. 09/05/2012 – Futures Market Fundamentals Introduction to Futures Markets: (2 CPE Credits) Explains why futures markets exist and provides background and terminology related to the futures industry. Describes how an order is processed\, why the margining system is important to the integrity of the exchange\, the role of the Clearing Service Provider and how the futures industry is regulated. CME Group Tour: (2 CPE Credits) Thousands of contracts worth millions of dollars are traded every day on the floor of the CME Group. Market orders are placed and filled from all over the world in seconds. Participants will have the opportunity to tour the visitors’ gallery of the exchange during trading hours and see live trading take place. Composition of Price: (2 CPE Credits) With a background understanding of why the market exists and how it works\, we move on to address the relationship between the futures price and the physical commodity price (cash price). An understanding of the relationship between futures and the cash price leads to why informed price management would be beneficial to a hog operation. Contracting Choices: (1 CPE Credit) Illustrates different methods to price or take title to a commodity. Suppliers offer various alternatives: basis contracts\, cash forward contracts\, and other types of cash contracts. Futures and option strategies can be very complimentary to cash contracting methods. The obligations\, benefits and considerations of these choices are also discussed. Managing Price with Futures: (1 CPE Credit) This section clarifies the use of futures in conjunction with an understanding of basis. Provided are examples of the different applications of futures from the long hedger (purchasing feed) and short hedger’s (selling hogs) point of view. The training then transitions into a simulation that reinforces an understanding of basis and futures to establish the price for a commodity. We will conclude the day with practical examples which include variable margin required to maintain a hedge position. 09/06/2012 – Advanced Hedging Applications and Margin Management Managing Basis Risk: (2 CPE Credits) While futures can be used as a substitute for a cash purchase or sale to eliminate the element of price risk in the physical market\, the basis differential between the cash price and the futures price remains a floating variable to the final determinant price and is itself exposed to adverse variation in its value between the time the futures are hedged and the time the hedge is removed and the cash price is set in the local market. Can we use the futures market to manage basis risk? Here we will look at the practice of using futures spreads to manage this component of risk from both the feed buyer and hog seller perspectives. Introduction to Options: (2 CPE Credits) Emphasizes how option strategies can provide valuable flexibility to a pricing decision. What exactly are options? Calls and puts? How are they priced? How are time value and intrinsic value calculated for a given option? What rights and obligations do buyers and sellers of options have? If exercised\, what futures positions will one assume? This section builds a solid foundation of option concepts that allows for effective use of these pricing tools. Price Management with Options: (2 CPE Credits) Options offer hedgers a myriad of strategy choices. This section facilitates the comparison of mathematical outcomes of one choice versus the other for effective decision making. Participants learn how to calculate profits and losses on futures\, a long call\, a long call spread\, a short put\, and long call/short put combinations. This section summarizes a wide variety of strategies including their implications\, advantages and disadvantages. As a group\, we will work through examples using a full array of contract alternatives to illustrate the development of a hedge position and the process of offsetting positions and setting physical prices. Margin Management Simulation: (2 CPE Credits) Through an interactive format\, participants are guided through an actual historical market case study that reinforces the topics built from the previous training. The attendees are grouped into teams representing unique hog operations. Each hog production entity will be equipped with their own computer and position analysis software. Team members will collaborate to make price management decisions over several different time periods to manage both feed cost and hog sale revenue together as a single unit of risk. The teams ultimately share their strategies and the rationale behind their decisions. The trainer interacts with the teams throughout the simulation to answer questions\, offer guidance and ensure maximum understanding for all team members. The session concludes with a thorough review and summary of the decisions to further emphasize the opportunities and implications of the various hedging alternatives and strategies. Seminar Details Registration fee includes continental breakfast\, lunch and all seminar materials. Notice of cancellation must be received by 08/22/2012. Cancellations received after 08/22/2012 are subject to a $100 administration fee. Note that you may substitute enrollees to avoid scheduling conflicts. For more information regarding refund\, compliance and/or program cancellation policies\, please contact our office at (312) 596-7755. Official Registry Statement Commodity & Ingredient Hedging\, LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors\, 150 Fourth Avenue North\, Suite 700\, Nashville\, TN\, 37219-2417. Web site: www.nasba.org We’re Located in the Heart of Chicago LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/hog-margin-management/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120717 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120718 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120709T065430 LAST-MODIFIED:20120709T065430 UID:36243@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 IPPA Visioning Session DESCRIPTION:July 17\, 2012 Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center (Located at r.) Bloomington\, IL Make plans to attend the 2012 IPPA Visioning Session to learn more about the sow housing issue and other marketplace dynamics and provide your input. ALL pork producers welcome! Agenda will include: 12:30 – Registration Begins 1:00 – Visioning Session Begins 1:30 - Producer delegate election   1:45-2:30- Dr. Ron Plain – Market Update   2:30-2:45-break 2:45- 5:00 - Panel discussion on what options will exist for producers on the sow housing issue? -          What is the industry doing and what should the industry organizations be doing in to the future? -          Angie Geiman-Cargill - Packer/Processor Perspectives -          Bill Hollis and Phil Borgic - Producer Perspective - Who is doing what?  How?  What are your triggers you use to evaluate when or if to change?  How would you do it? -          Jeff Schoening-Ap/GSI – Equipment Perspective - What will I need and what will it cost for me to change? -          Q & A and Discussion 5:00 – 6:00 - Update on IPPA activities & programs and attendees will review current IPPA programs and discuss new goals and priorities\, while providing comments to IPPA staff and board members. 6:00 – Dinner 7:00 – Adjourn There is no cost to attend\, but advance registration is requested. Please contact Deb Turner at the IPPA office with any questions - (217) 529-3100 - deb@ilpork.com 2012 IPPA VISIONING SESSION REGISTRATION FORM - CLICK HERE   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-ippa-visioning-session/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121017 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121019 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120706T132650 LAST-MODIFIED:20120709T053421 UID:36156@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Canadian Swine Health Forum DESCRIPTION: SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FOR SWINE HEALTH IN CANADA The Canadian Swine Health Board will host the 2012 Canadian Swine Health Forum\, including international key-note speakers and updates on the ongoing and upcoming activities of the CSHB. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-canadian-swine-health-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120819 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120820 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120705T065100 LAST-MODIFIED:20120705T065100 UID:36022@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Maine Pork Producers Meeting DESCRIPTION:  The next ME Pork Producers meeting will take place at 11 AM on Sunday\, August 19\, 2012 at the Paul Bunyan Campground in Bangor\, ME.  All Maine Pork Producers are invited to attend. For more information\, contact. Clark  Souther Me. Pork producer's President Phone 207 897 3706  or Cell 207 931 7706 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/maine-pork-producers-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120811 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120705T064424 LAST-MODIFIED:20120705T064424 UID:36018@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:16th Annual Capital City Ribfest in Nebraska DESCRIPTION: NPPA is hosting another awesome evening filled with eating delicious BBQ and having tons of fun bidding on unique items at the Live Auction in the VIP Tent! Auction We need your help getting unique\, quality items on the auction block for the Live Auction. In the past\, we've had folks donate everything from hams to model tractors to framed prints\, or you can donate cash and we'll purchase an item and auction it off in your name. To donate an item or make a monetary donation and receive your 2 free meal/gate tickets for doing so\, click here. For additional auction information\, contact Rachel at 402.472.2528   VIP Tent Make plans to join us at the Capital City Ribfest on Friday\, August 10\, 2012\, in Lincoln\, NE\, near 14th & N Streets to enjoy great BBQ with friends in the Pork Industry. Social hour starts at 5:30 pm\, BBQ dinner will be served at 6:30 pm and the Live Auction will begin at 7 pm. As a donor you will receive 2 free meal/gate tickets\, for information on how to get your additional free gate passes contact Nikki at 402.472.0493. Formal invitations/additional details/chance to buy your meal tickets will be available soon! LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/16th-annual-capital-city-ribfest-in-nebraska/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121116 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120705T061753 LAST-MODIFIED:20120705T061753 UID:35997@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Institute For Animal Ag Announces Antibiotic Symposium DESCRIPTION: The use of antibiotics in animal agriculture has elicited increasing concern among the general public\, policy makers and consumers who are increasingly aware and interested about where their food comes from. Criticism primarily revolves around such use and its potential contribution to antibiotic resistance. However\, the issue is frequently oversimplified. There exists a need to promote antibiotic use in a judicious\, careful manner across all fronts - in both animals and humans. As such\, everyone has a vested stake in engaging in meaningful dialogue and creating successful strategies to preserve antibiotic efficacy - it's a matter of public health across the globe. The symposium is designed to facilitate that occurrence\, building upon pertinent information and consensus points established from the previous symposium held in Chicago in October 2011. Key aspects around antibiotic resistance were aggregated around presentations involving 13 scientists in both the animal and human health arenas who addressed a wide array of current research and initiatives regarding the use of antibiotics. Interest in the previous symposium has been overwhelming with nearly 250\,000 views. Moreover\, the symposium established an important white paper (available in English\, Spanish and Portuguese) detailing various aspects of antibiotic resistance that has witnessed over 25\,000 downloads. The white paper and other information can be accessed through the National Institute for Animal Agriculture website at www.AnimalAgriculture.org. For the Symposium agenda\, hotel and travel information\, registration information and much more\, please visit the 2012 NIAA Antibiotics Symposium website at http://animalagriculture.org/Solutions/Symposia/2012_antibiotics/index.html. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-institute-for-animal-ag-announces-antibiotic-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120703 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120627T073157 LAST-MODIFIED:20120627T073157 UID:35207@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Environmental Protection Agency To Host Concentrated Animal Feeding Meeting DESCRIPTION:EPA Region 7 representatives will host a public informational meeting for livestock producers about the Agency's inspection program for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) on Monday\, July 2\, in Lexington\, Neb. EPA Region 7's inspections are part of an increased national emphasis on ending harmful discharges of pollutants from CAFOs into rivers and streams. "It is important for EPA Region 7 staff to be out in the countryside so we can educate communities about EPA's job and how inspections support the agency's duties\," EPA Regional Administrator Karl Brooks said. "That's why outreach efforts like this one are so important in obtaining the overall goal of protecting human health and water quality." Topics at the meeting include selection of CAFOs for inspection\, aerial overflights to assess CAFOs\, winter feeding areas\, manure stockpiling and nutrient management plans. There will be an opportunity for attendees to interact with EPA officials during a question-and-answer session. WHAT: Meeting about EPA's inspection program for CAFOs WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday\, July 2\, 2012 WHERE: Holiday Inn Express\, 2605 Plum Creek Parkway\, Lexington\, Neb.\, 68850 WHO: EPA Region 7 representatives attending this event will include Josh Svaty\, senior adviser to the regional administrator; Stephen Pollard\, CAFO compliance and enforcement coordinator; and Trevor Urban\, senior CAFO inspector. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/environmental-protection-agency-to-host-concentrated-animal-feeding-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120830 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120627T065430 LAST-MODIFIED:20120627T065430 UID:35203@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION: PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. AmericInn 1406 East Lyon Marshall\, Minn. Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-10-a-m-noon-tqa-1-330-p-m-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120721 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120722 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120627T064935 LAST-MODIFIED:20120627T064935 UID:35196@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kansas City BBQ Competition, July 21st 2012 DESCRIPTION:Kansas City BBQ Competition Sam's Club Woodbury\, Minn. Minnesota Pork Board sponsorship pam@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kansas-city-bbq-competition-july-21st-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120717 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120625T072512 LAST-MODIFIED:20120625T072512 UID:35066@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PRRS Project Regional Meeting Set for July 16 in Morris Minnesota DESCRIPTION: For more information on the Voluntary Regional PPRS Elimination Project contact: Dave Wright\, DVM Coordinator-Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project University of Minnesota Email: wright2us@aol.com Phone: (763) 242-7535   Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project Consent  Agreement (pdf file) Wright's Monthly Columns Regional PRRS Project meeting set for July 16 A Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project meeting will be July 16 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the U of M West Central Research and Outreach Center\, 46352 State Highway 329\, Morris\, Minn. The meeting topics will include a presentation of updated maps and a progress report. Pipestone\, Minn.\, veterinarian and PRRS researcher Scott Dee will present What's New With PRRS Virus? and veterinarian Adam Mueller from Swine Services\, Rice\, Minn.\, will provide his insights on PRRS management in small herds. Also speaking will be Todd Distad from Suidae. Pizza and beverages will be served following the meeting. There are no enrollment fees or participation costs and all pork producers are encouraged to attend\, especially those who raise hogs north of U.S. Highway 212 and Renville County. To learn more about the Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project\, contact project coordinator Dave Wright\, DVM\, at (763) 242-7535 or wright2us@aol.com. Additional information is also found at www.prrs.org. Why Disclose? by Project Coordinator David Wright\, DVM June 2012 Producers who participate in the Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project are asked to disclose their herd PRRS status with other participants. It is easy to disclose if the herd is negative\, but it becomes a more difficult decision when the herd breaks with a new infection. Despite the risk of negative consequences\, there are many benefits to sharing disappointing information. Most importantly\, disclosing accurate information about a herd outbreak in a timely manner prevents rumors from starting that may lead to damaging misconceptions. It also offers the PRRS positive producer an opportunity to explain how the outbreak is being managed and controlled. The transparency of early disclosure encourages constructive conversations rather than destructive blaming. Swine transport and feed delivery personnel can make adjustments to delivery schedules; vehicles can be washed and disinfected; and appropriate down time can minimize risk to negative producers while maintaining service to the positive producer. Sharing outbreak information with neighbors sets an example for others to follow. No one is exempt from the risk of a new PRRS infection and by sharing your herd status you are far more likely to receive information when another unit breaks in your neighborhood. In some circumstances\, another producer may be in a position to offer help such as a pig swap or temporary off-site housing that would allow immediate depopulation and repopulation - alternatives that would not be available if the outbreak was kept a secret. When producers think of themselves as part of an integrated system with a common concern rather than an independent competitor\, the paradigm shifts from “What’s best for me?” to “What’s best for us?” For information on the Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project\, contact project coordinator Dave Wright at (763) 242-7535 or wright2us@aol.com. to top Why Not Participate? by Project Coordinator David Wright\, DVM May 2012 Among obstacles to the N212 (North of U.S. Highway 212) Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project is non-participation. Reluctance to participate originates from a number of producer attitudes\, including: unaware of the project\, apathy\, inconvenience\, perception of limited value\, cost of time and testing\, fear of a negative response to the disclosure of a positive herd test\, or hostility due to a previous bad experience. Although we may never get full participation\, we can strive to dismantle these areas of resistance to encourage participation. Unaware: The Minnesota N212 Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project originated in Stevens County in 2004. Since then\, this producerdriven project has expanded to include all of Minnesota north of Highway 212 and all of Renville County. The goals are to identify all swine herds in the area\, determine the PRRS status of all participating herds\, encourage the elimination of PRRS when feasible\, and eventually eliminate PRRS virus from the area. Apathy: The U.S. swine industry loses $1.8 million per day because of PRRS. A hot outbreak in a farrowing facility can cost a producer up to $350 per sow and $5 to $15 more to feed out a pig infected with PRRS virus when compared to its negative counterpart. Inconvenience: A phone call to your veterinarian explaining your wish to participate is all that is necessary. If your veterinarian is unfamiliar with the project\, contact me at (763) 242-7535 or wright2us@aol.com. I can provide you with a participation agreement and explain options for testing your herd. Perception of Limited Value: Although PRRS is still a problem in areas with regional control projects\, the prevalence of the disease can be lowered and the incidence of new infections can be reduced when producers agree to share herd status and cooperate with fellow producers\, veterinarians and members of the agribusiness community to manage outbreaks. Cost of Time and Testing: New participants are eligible to have a veterinarian of their choice collect samples and submit them to the University of Minnesota Diagnostic Laboratory free of charge. Producers can also collect oral fluids with a rope test kit and submit samples on their own. A participation agreement allowing disclosure of their herd’s PRRS status must be signed prior to sample collection Fear of a Negative Response: The goal of the project is to eliminate PRRS virus from the area\, not to eliminate producers. No one can control the behavior of others\, but open communication and proactive preparation for managing an outbreak can minimize negative consequences. Hostility from a Bad Experience: It is always difficult to change attitudes if someone has already been offended by a negative experience. Apologies\, when appropriate\, and respectful\, meaningful dialogue with these producers may eventually open the door to participation. Encouragement from participating swine producers is critical to continued progress of this program. When asked why a producer may not want to participate\, the preferred response is “Why not?” to top When Does It Pay to Eliminate PRRS From My Herd? by Project Coordinator David Wright\, DVM April 2012 When does it pay to eliminate PRRS from my herd? This is the question that Dr. Derald Holtkamp and colleagues at Iowa State University attempted to answer in a paper presented at a recent meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians. The short answer is it depends on how long before the herd gets re-infected with PRRS virus. In most swine breeding herds today\, PRRS virus infection is not a matter of if\, but when. The high incidence of re-infection has caused many producers to throw up their hands in frustration and ask\, “Why bother to eliminate?” The objective of this study was to conduct an economic analysis of PRRS virus elimination from a breeding herd and compare the difference between “control” and “elimination” scenarios. Holtkamp evaluated the “discounted payback period\,” which is the time a herd needs to remain PRRS virus-free to break even on the cost of elimination. The estimated payback period depended on: The cost of eliminating the virus from a breeding herd How frequently the herd weaned negative pigs How often the pigs stayed negative to market The PRRS status of the herd at the time elimination was initiated A range of cost for elimination was assigned to the two most common approaches to eliminating PRRS virus from a herd: herd closure and rollover (HCR); and complete depopulation and repopulation (CDR). The study found that when herd closure and rollover was used to eliminate PRRS virus from a breeding herd\, the payback period ranged from 4 to 26 months. When complete depopulation and repopulation was used\, the payback period ranged from 18 to 83 months. This study encourages producers to consider PRRS virus elimination using herd closure and rollover. The frequency of rebreaks can be reduced by improving biosecurity\, by cooperating in regional control and elimination programs\, and by increasing our understanding of the virus. Holtkamp reminds pork producers that “rebreaks\, following elimination\, are demoralizing but they are only a failure if they occur before a payoff is achieved.” The National Pork Board and the Pork Checkoff funded the study. To download the report\, Economic Analysis of PRRS Virus Elimination from a Herd\, go to www.mnpork.com/producers/prrs.php or call the MPB office at (507) 345-8814. The next Regional PRRS Elimination Project meeting will be on July 16 beginning at 6 p.m. at the West Central Research and Outreach Center\, Morris. to top Project N212 Gains Momentum by Project Coordinator David Wright\, DVM March 2012 The Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project\, which originated in Stevens County in 2004\, now includes all of Minnesota north of U.S. Highway 212\, plus all of Renville County. The ultimate goal is to eventually eliminate PRRS from the region. Additional project goals are to: Identify all swine herds within the area Invite producers to sign a participation agreement\, which allows their PRRS status to be shared with other producers Determine the PRRS status of each herd Encourage elimination of PRRS if the herd is positive Encourage improved biosecurity if the herd is negative. The progress report as of Feb. 20 is encouraging: 868 sites have been identified 323 sites have signed participation agreements 54 sites are positive for PRRS 260 sites are negative 554 sites have an unknown PRRS status The University of Minnesota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory now has the capability to test oral fluids for both PRRS antibodies (with an ELISA test) and for PRRS virus (with a PCR test). This allows producers and veterinarians to monitor disease status on a site by collecting oral fluids from strategically placed cotton ropes. For more information on rope testing or the Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project\, producers can contact their veterinarian\, visit the PRRS website at www.prrs.org\, or contact Dave Wright\, DVM\, Project Coordinator at (763) 242-7535 or wright2us@aol.com. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/prrs-project-regional-meeting-set-for-july-16-in-morris-minnesota/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130118 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120621T071006 LAST-MODIFIED:20120621T071006 UID:34922@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Congress January 16 & 17, 2013 DESCRIPTION: Minnesota Pork Congress January 16 & 17\, 2013 Minneapolis Convention Center Tradeshow Hours: Wednesday\, Jan. 16\, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Thursday\, Jan. 17\, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Pork Congress is Minnesota's ONLY swine specific tradeshow and pork producer educational event. Sponsored by the Minnesota Pork Producers Association\, the Pork Congress tradeshow\, seminars and social activities are designed exclusively for pork producers and pork industry stakeholders. View 2012 Pork Congress Magazine LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-congress-january-16-17-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130111 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120621T070758 LAST-MODIFIED:20120919T095720 UID:34919@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:44th Annual South Dakota Pork Congress DESCRIPTION: The 44th Annual South Dakota Pork Congress is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday\, January 9 & 10\, 2013 at the Ramkota Exhibit Hall in Sioux Falls. Schedule of Events for 2013 Trade Show Exhibitors List for 2013 (as of 8/1/2012) 2013 Trade Show Map In 2012\, over 80 exhibitors displayed the latest technology\, equipment\, vet supplies\, construction and more at our annual trade show. This is an action-packed\, informative\, two-day event for the South Dakota Pork Industry including: Trade Show Annual Business Meetings (Checkoff & Non-Checkoff) Educational Seminars Master Pork Producers Recognition Banquet ~ Wednesday\, January 9\, 2013 - Ramkota Hotel Live Auction following the Banquet Awards Luncheon ~ Thursday\, January 10\, 2010 Download Environmental Steward Award Application   Download Other Awards Nomination Application   Download $500 Scholarship Application **APPLICATIONS DUE BY DECEMBER 5\, 2012\, UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED Awards received at the Thursday\, January 10\, 2013 Awards Luncheon includes: County\, Pork All-American\, Dedicated & Distinguished\, Media\, Restaurant of the Year\, 2 Scholarships and the Environmental Steward Award. This year's event is sponsored by South Dakota Pork Producers Council\, National Pork Board\, South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council\, Trade Show Exhibitor Applications for 2013 Download Exhibitor Contract & Application   Download Sponsorship Opportunities LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/44th-annual-south-dakota-pork-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121103 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120621T070516 LAST-MODIFIED:20120621T070516 UID:34915@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Advanced Social Media Training DESCRIPTION: October 31st-November 2nd 2012 in Des Monies Iowa LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-advanced-social-media-training/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121115 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120618T063750 LAST-MODIFIED:20120618T063750 UID:34698@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:35th Annual Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium November 13-14, 2012 DESCRIPTION: 35th Annual Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium November 13-14\, 2012 Saskatoon Inn\, Saskatoon\, SK 2012 ADVISORY MEMBERS 2012 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM & REGISTRATION INFO WILL BE POSTED IN THE SUMMER OF 2012.   Contact:  Symposium Coordinator Email:  info@saskpork.com   Tel:  (306) 244-7752 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/35th-annual-saskatchewan-pork-industry-symposium-november-13-14-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130306 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T070458 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T070458 UID:34552@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Association of Swine Veterinarians 44th Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: March 2 - 5\, 2013 (Sat-Tue) Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego\, California For more information: American Association of Swine Veterinarians 830 26th Street Perry\, Iowa 50220 USA Tel.: 515-465-5255 Fax: 515-465-3832 Email: aasv@aasv.org Web: http://www.aasv.org/annmtg LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-association-of-swine-veterinarians-44th-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121206 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T070228 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T070228 UID:34549@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Passion for Pigs Seminar and Trade Show DESCRIPTION: December 5\, 2012 (Wed) Holiday Inn Executive Center Columbia\, Missouri For more information: Juli Lolli Executive Coordinator Tel.: 660-651-0570 Fax: 573-588-2139 Email: julie.nevets@centurytel.net Web: http://www.passion4pigs.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/passion-for-pigs-seminar-and-trade-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121205 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T065826 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T065826 UID:34545@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases (CRWAD) DESCRIPTION: December 2 - 4\, 2012 (Sun-Tue) Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Chicago\, Illinois The NC229 scientific presentations (PRRSV\, SIV\, PCV2\, and other viral respiratory diseases of swine) will be given as oral or poster presentations within the context of the CRWAD meeting. All abstracts to be presented must be submitted on-line through the CRWAD web site by August 24\, 2012. For more information: Robert P. Ellis\, PhD College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Campus Delivery 1682 Colorado State University Fort Collins\, CO 80523-1682 Tel.: 970-491-5740 Fax: 970-491-1815 Email: robert.ellis@colostate.edu Web: http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/mip/crwad/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-conference-of-research-workers-in-animal-diseases-crwad/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120811 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T065359 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T065359 UID:34541@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Boar Stud Managers Conference DESCRIPTION: August 9 - 10\, 2012 (Thu-Fri) Saint Louis\, Missouri This two day conference is offered once every four years for boar stud managers and those that support them. Internationllay recognized speakers and ample time to intereact with peers and vendors make this a 'must see' event for those working with boars. Detailed agenda\, registration information and proceedings from the past two conferences are available online. Dr. Tim Safranski S-133 ASRC Columbia\, MO 65211 Tel.: 573-884-7994 Fax: 573-884-4545 Email: safranskit@missouri.edu Web: http://bsmc.missouri.edu/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/boar-stud-managers-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120816 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120817 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T064812 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T065014 UID:34536@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:53rd George A. Young Swine Health and Management Conference DESCRIPTION: August 16\, 2012 (Thu) Marina Inn South Sioux City\, Nebraska "Achieving the Best of Production through Knowledge" The George A. Young Swine Conference has a long-standing tradition of providing up-to-date information on developments in research and production techniques as they relate to today's swine industry. For more information: School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences George A. Young Swine Conference PO Box 830905 Lincoln\, NE 68583-0905 Tel.: 402-472-8595 Fax: 402-472-9690 Email: rslattery2@unl.edu Web: http://vbms.unl.edu/gysc LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/53rd-george-a-young-swine-health-and-management-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130312 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120614T064232 LAST-MODIFIED:20120614T064304 UID:34532@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Springfield/Branson Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: 11 Springfield/Branson Taste of Elegance Springfield\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/springfieldbranson-taste-of-elegance-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120810 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120811 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120607T063908 LAST-MODIFIED:20120607T063947 UID:34155@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Pork Open August 10th 2012 DESCRIPTION:   2012 Pork Open Entry due by Aug 3.   Get out of the office and barn to enjoy a day full of golf at the Turkey Creek Golf Course. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and each four man team will begin playing with the shotgun start at 9 a.m. Contact Mark McGinnis for details at mmcginnis@okpork.org or 405.232.3781. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-pork-open-august-10th-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121025 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120607T063530 LAST-MODIFIED:20120607T063600 UID:34151@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:116th USAHA / 55th AAVLD Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Greensboro\, North CarolinaAbout the 2012 Annual Meeting USAHA and AAVLD  return to North Carolina for some southern hospitality at the 116th USAHA/55th AAVLD Annual Meeting.  A great program is in the works for this year's meeting.  Don't miss a great opportunity to take part in the latest science\, issues and networking this fall.Call for Papers Click here for more information.  Medal of Distinction Nominations - Deadline August 1 The USAHA Medal of Distinction is awarded annually to recognize one or more distinguished USAHA members who have demonstrated outstanding leadership\, provided exemplary service\, and have made significant contributions to the advancement of the Association. Nomination Form and Instructions   Hotel Information Sheraton Greensboro Hotel 3121 High Point Road at I-40 Greensboro\, NC 27407 Phone: (336) 292-9161 Reservations:(800) 242-6556Online Reservations: Sheraton Greensboro Online Reservations **Be sure to click on "Groups" at the top\, and enter the group code USA2012 in the box provided** Rate: $142.00 + tax Reservation deadline is September 16\, 2012 to ensure group rate. Meeting Registration PRE-REGISTRATION  Information is forthcoming...watch for registration to open this summer. For your information\, Registration fees will be as follows: REGISTRATION FEES Pre-Registration ON-SITE registration  USAHA and/or AAVLD Member Registration  $250.00  $300.00  Non-Member Registration  $425.00 $450.00  Life Member Registration  $125.00 $150.00  One Day Registration  $150.00 $150.00  Two Day Registration  $200.00 $200.00  Resident or Graduate Student Registration  $125.00  $125.00  Veterinary Student Registration  $0.00 $0.00  Spouse Registration  $75.00 $75.00 You must register and have a badge to attend meetings. Program Download the  2012 Tentative Program updated 4/20/2012 CE Credit Information Information on Veterinary Continuing Education Credits at the USAHA/AAVLD Annual Meeting The USAHA/AAVLD meeting is commonly accepted by most State Veterinary Licensing Board for continuing education credits.  Specific presentations and sessions do not have direct pre-approval.  An individual could attain more than 30 hours of CE credits\, depending on sessions attended.  Please check with your State Licensing authority to determine their specific requirements and acceptance of USAHA presentations.  USAHA will provide a form for your records at the Annual Meeting.  No certificates are provided. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/116th-usaha-55th-aavld-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120531T000000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120531T000000 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120531T083707 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T085527 UID:33640@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Hog Jog - Pork for a Cause DESCRIPTION:10k run & 3.5k run/walk. All pledges from the 2012 Hog Jog will go to ONE CARE—Meals on Wheels program in recognition posthumously of Ruth Schuler. Ruth and her husband Fred established Schuler Farms outside of Stratford after emigrating from Switzerland 27 years ago.  The Schuler’s became major stakeholders in the hog industry\, mentors for many and a very respected name.  Fred and Ruth have raised four great sons\, who have become part of the family farms.  In addition to working on the farm\, Ruth was a giving\, community minded individual who volunteered endless hours of her time. One of her many causes was the Meals on Wheels program\, delivering warm meals along with her warm smile and enthusiasm for life. Ruth passed away last spring after a short illness. cc Please help ONE CARE—Meals on Wheels program by collecting pledges. Funds raised will be used specifically to purchase ovens to help expand the number of hot meals delivered to clients throughout Huron County. Register and collect pledges online at www.onlineregistrations.ca/hogjog or submit your pledges in person on race day. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/hog-jog-pork-for-a-cause/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121122 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120531T063350 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T063350 UID:33623@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. DESCRIPTION: November 21 PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. Nobles County Government Center 315 10th Street Worthington\, Minn. Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com> 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pqa-plus-10-a-m-noon-tqa-1-330-p-m/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121205 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120531T063117 LAST-MODIFIED:20120531T063117 UID:33620@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Board & Minnesota Pork Producers Association Annual Meetings DESCRIPTION: December 4 Minnesota Pork Board & Minnesota Pork Producers Association Annual Meetings 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-board-minnesota-pork-producers-association-annual-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120809 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120524T065439 LAST-MODIFIED:20120524T065439 UID:33288@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Ambassador Competition Farmfest DESCRIPTION: Minnesota Pork Ambassador Competition Farmfest Gilfillan Estates\, Redwood County jill@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-ambassador-competition-farmfest/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120730 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120731 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120524T065148 LAST-MODIFIED:20120524T065148 UID:33285@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota School Nutrition Conference DESCRIPTION:Minnesota School Nutrition Conference Duluth\, Minn. Minnesota Pork Board Presentation pam@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-school-nutrition-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120621 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120523T061504 LAST-MODIFIED:20120523T061504 UID:33230@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Farm Bureau members urged to attend training on nutrient management June 19-20 DESCRIPTION:  Nutrient management and protecting the state’s waterways have been a growing topic of interest in Ohio’s farm community. Anyone who buys\, sells or manages manure needs to be up to date on nutrient management rules regarding manure handling and changes being discussed or that could modify Ohio’s nutrient management regulations. The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) is holding Certified Livestock Manager (CLM) training June 19-20 at the ODA offices in Reynoldsburg. The first day of the training will address many of the nutrient management and water quality issues currently under consideration by a statewide working group that is jointly led by ODA\, the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Farm Bureau recognizes that issues of nutrient management are of the utmost importance to our membership\, and we urge members to consider attending this training session. Farmers share in the responsibility to ensure the state’s watersheds are protected from excess nutrient runoff\, and education and training are essential steps in helping to mitigate the chance of new regulatory programs for farmers. Those who buy\, sell or land apply more than 4\,500 dry tons of solid manure each year or 25 million gallons of liquid manure are required to attend\, as is anyone who manages or handles manure at a major concentrated animal facility. Any farmer who wants to learn more about best management practices or understand current and proposed nutrient management recommendations are encouraged to attend as well. The June 19 session will focus on nutrient management subjects including whole farm nutrient management\, soil testing and manure sampling. The training also will review the revised Ohio NRCS 590 Standard\, tools for maintaining nutrient records and successful nutrient management strategies. Farmers must attend both days to receive CLM licensing through ODA\, but participants also can attend the single day session. CLM and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) continuing education credits also are available to participants. CLMs need 10 hours of continuing education every three years to maintain certification in Ohio. Participants must register by June 12. Registration is $25 per day\, and lunch is included. FOR MORE INFORMATION Download a registration form Visit the ODA\, Ohio EPA\, and ODNR websites Read about the Soil and Water Quality System Nutrient Management 590 Standard Find out more about the Ohio Department of Agriculture’s Livestock Environmental Permitting Program: Certified Livestock Manager LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/farm-bureau-members-urged-to-attend-training-on-nutrient-management-june-19-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120614 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120523T060915 LAST-MODIFIED:20120523T060915 UID:33222@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine Reproduction Seminars Set for June in Iowa, Nebraska DESCRIPTION:An Advanced Swine Reproduction Seminar is being offered at two locations to help pork producers perform at a higher level of management for preparing the sow and farrowing space\, knowing when/how to assist farrowing sows\, managing sows to maximize feed intake and more. The seminars will be held June 12 at the Lifelong Learning Center in Norfolk\, NE\, and June 13 at the Extension Office in LeMars\, IA. Sponsors are the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension\, the Iowa Pork Industry Center\, Iowa State University Extension and the Iowa Pork Producers Association. Registration starts at 9:15 a.m. and the program concludes by 3:30 p.m. At the morning session\, pork producers should come prepared to share their farrowing tips\, says Duane Reese\, University of Nebraska Extension swine specialist. “We hope newer employees can gain a lot of information from more experienced farrowing managers sharing their insights\,” he says. The morning session will be led by Reese; Tim Safranski\, swine specialist\, University of Missouri; and Dave Stender\, Iowa State University swine field specialist. In the afternoon\, Safranski will lead a session on consistent and reliable management practices that lead to superior reproductive performance. He will also discuss industry trends. Stender will offer updates on current welfare issues for crate-to-pen transition and on managing gilt development programs. Reese will close the seminar with updates on swine nutrition. Registration is $30 per person and includes a pork loin lunch. To register or for more information\, call Stender at (712) 225-6196 or e-mail dstender@iastate.edu. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-reproduction-seminars-set-for-june-in-iowa-nebraska/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120717 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120718 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120522T065225 LAST-MODIFIED:20120522T065225 UID:33164@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Lenders Meeting DESCRIPTION: Program Brochure (pdf) 10 a.m. Welcome Jeremy Geske\, Minnesota Pork Producers Association 10:15 a.m. Market Outlook Steve Meyer\, Paragon Economics 11:45 a.m. Lunch 12:45 p.m. State and National Public Policy Update David Preisler\, Minnesota Pork Producers Association Pat McGonegle\, National Pork Producers Council 1:30 p.m. Animal Extremists: How They Influence Decisions and Costs on Pork Farms Jeremy Geske\, Minnesota Pork Producers Association David Preisler\, Minnesota Pork Producers Association Pat McGonegle\, National Pork Producers Council 2:30 p.m. Adjourn For more information and questions contact Jeremy Geske at jeremy@mnpork.com\, (507) 345-8814 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-lenders-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120629 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120517T071127 LAST-MODIFIED:20120517T071127 UID:33032@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Illinois Pork Youth Leadership Institute DESCRIPTION: This application is to be completed by all students who wish to participate in the Illinois Pork Leadership Institute on June 26-28\, 2012. Participants must be between 16 and 22 years of age by March 31\, 2012. The following application must be filled out completely and received by the IPPA office by May 15\, 2012. Download The Application LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/illinois-pork-youth-leadership-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120614 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120516T061809 LAST-MODIFIED:20120516T061809 UID:32968@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Production Practices Symposium- June 13th 2012 DESCRIPTION: Issues in the pork industry are flying like fireworks on the 4th of July. At the top of the discussion list these days seems to be the use of gestation stalls\, following announcements by McDonald’s\, Burger King\, and other foodservice chains. Another spark is added by continued efforts of animal rights group the Humane Society for the United States\, (HSUS) including recent video releases and their agreement with United Egg Producers to set the size of cages for laying hens.   To allow Wisconsin pork producers an opportunity to learn more about this topic\, and what may very well be the next on-farm production practice targeted\, producers are invited to a symposium on June 13 at Sam and Maddies Restaurant and Pub\, 3656 State Road 23\, Dodgeville\, Wisc. The program will run from 9:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There is no charge to attend\, but you are asked to R.S.V.P. by June 8 to ensure accurate meal counts by calling WPA at 1-800-822-7675\, or e-mailing tvaassen@wppa.org.   As a pork producer with a vested interest in the future of the industry\, this is your chance to voice your opinion and help set the stage for on-going discussions for Wisconsin on these issues. The general program plans are below\, more specifics can be found on the WPA website - www.wppa.org.   Keynote speaker for the event will be Dr. Wes Jamison\, an Associate Professor of Communication at Palm Beach Atlantic University\, where he teaches Public Relations\, Persuasion\, Political Communication\, and Communication Theory. He is President of Cornerstone Public Relations LLC.\, where he conducts research in the US and Europe on public relations\, communication\, and animal rights. Jamison will discuss with the group what issues he anticipates will be next on the radar screen for animal rights and agriculture\, as well as share the implications that Europe is facing with increased animal welfare standards in that country.   Brandon Scholz\, President & CEO of the Wisconsin Grocer’s Association\, will discuss trends in the grocery industry and how they can affect farmers.   Production Issues Panel – Two pork producers of will share their experiences and the economics of gestation stalls. In addition\, Dr. Paul Sundberg from the National Pork Board will talk about the science and research that has been conducted on sow housing. Finally\, Dr. Kurt Vogel\, a professor at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls who studied under Temple Grandin\, will address animal care perceptions and trends.   A livestock processor has been invited to discuss potential market access issues for pork producers who do not adapt their buildings to group housing for gestating sows. Finally\, a representative from the National Pork Producers Council will review the legislative challenges this subject is likely to face\, as well as the packer/processor perspective. The program will conclude with discussion time from participants.   The Wisconsin Pork Association’s mission is to insure the future success of the Wisconsin pork industry. WPA represents the interests of the pork industry members with a strong emphasis on social issues\, public and government policies\, environment\, animal welfare and safety. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-production-practices-symposium-june-13th-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120724 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120725 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120514T124736 LAST-MODIFIED:20120514T124736 UID:32893@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open, July 24th 2012 DESCRIPTION: Sponsorships and golf registrations are now being accepted for the 2012 Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open. The annual event\, set for Tuesday\, July 24\, at Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames\, benefits the Lauren L. Christian Endowment\, which provides financial support for students and continued swine and pork educational opportunities through Iowa State University (ISU). Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC) director John Mabry said hole sponsorship and golf registration prices are the same as the past several years\, and that’s drawing a lot of attention. “Already we have close to a half dozen teams registered and we encourage people to register soon because there’s a limit of 32 teams for the tournament\,” he said. “Cost is $85 per person which includes golf\, refreshments\, noon lunch and post-tournament reception and meal.” Hole sponsorships also are in demand at $250\, with other sponsorship options available. Those who want to attend only the post-tournament activities may register for $25 per person. The event brochure includes sponsor information and registration forms and is available on the IPIC website. Golf registration deadline is July 10 or when the field of 32 teams is reached. The 18-hole best ball tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Following the tournament\, players and others are invited to attend a reception\, meal and awards program. Winners of the 2012 Lauren Christian undergraduate and graduate scholarships also will be honored during the program. According to Mabry\, a former student of Christian\, this event is a way to bring together those who knew and admired Christian. "Lauren was a great teacher and mentor\, and the Lauren Christian Pork Chop Open provides a social occasion for people to remember him and help increase the Lauren Christian endowment fund at Iowa State\," Mabry said. John Mabry Iowa Pork Industry Center 515-294-4103 jmabry@iastate.edu Sherry Hoyer Iowa Beef Center | Iowa Pork Industry Center 515-294-4496 shoyer@iastate.edu  LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/lauren-christian-pork-chop-open-july-24th-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120628 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120510T065700 LAST-MODIFIED:20120510T065700 UID:32790@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork June 27, TQA DESCRIPTION: June 27\, TQA 1-3:30 p.m. Southern Research and Outreach Center 35838 120th Street Waseca\, Minn. Preregistration is recommended. Preregister by e-mail to colleen@mnpork.com or phone 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-june-27-tqa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120601 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120509T060532 LAST-MODIFIED:20120509T091047 UID:32731@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Louisiana Pork Producers Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Make your plans to attend the LPPA annual meeting.  Hope to see you there. friend on Facebook | forward to a friendlaporkproducers.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/lousiana-pork-prodcuers-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120829 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120507T072223 LAST-MODIFIED:20120507T072353 UID:32598@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:KC Animal Health Investment Forum DESCRIPTION:  When: Tuesday\, August 28\, 2012 Where: Marriott Muehlebach Hotel\, Kansas City\, Missouri The 4th annual KC Animal Health Investment Forum provides a unique opportunity for venture capital funds\, investment firms and animal health companies to hear from emerging companies with the newest technology. Register now The KC Animal Health Investment Forum offers one of the only opportunities in the world for early stage companies in the animal health sector to present their vision and business plan to potential investors. Companies presenting at the Forum have raised a total of $60 million. Several have also received licensing agreements or distribution contracts. http://www.kcanimalhealthforum.com/index.php/apply-to-present/">Apply now The forum will showcase animal health and nutrition companies from throughout the world. We are seeking companies that meet the following criteria: •Seeking $500\,000 to $20 million in funding\, •Revenue projections of $20 million within five to seven years\, Questions? Contact Kimberly Young at 816/374-5627. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kc-animal-health-investment-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130319 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130320 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120503T084143 LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T084143 UID:32515@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Murphy-Brown Vendor Expo March 19 2013 DESCRIPTION: Home Agenda Register Travelers Education Privacy Contact Mouse-over images to pause highlights.   View the 2011 Vendor Expo Slideshow.   View the 2011 Vendor Participants. Murphy-Brown Vendor Expo - March 19\, 2013 Murphy-Brown is pleased to announce the 2013 Murphy-Brown Vendor Expo on Tuesday\, March 19\, 2013. This one day event will feature over 100 vendors from all over the United States and World. Expo admission is free\, and includes a complimentary lunch. This Expo will offer tremendous opportunities for interaction between swine growers and vendors. The vendors will be displaying the latest equipment and technology used for swine\, as well as being available to answer questions. Continuing Education hours will be offered on site for Operator-In Charge and Pesticide Applicator Licenses. Please join us for a day of educational opportunities and fun at the 2013 Murphy-Brown Vendor Expo. Event Information Tuesday March 19\, 2013 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM Sampson County Agri-Expo Center 414 Warsaw Road Clinton\, NC 28328 (910)592-6451 www.sampsonexpocenter.com Get Directions to Sampson County Agri-Expo Center LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/murphy-brown-vendor-expo-march-19-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121201 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120503T064933 LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T064933 UID:32501@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 International PRRS Symposium (IPRRSS) DESCRIPTION: Home Registration / Abstracts 2012 PRRS Symposium Program Poster Requirements Proceedings Travel Awards Questions? Planning Committee Executive Director: Bob Rowland\, Kansas State University Committee Member: Lisa Becton\, National Pork Board Committee Member: Jack Dekkers\, Iowa State University Committee Member: Joan Lunney\, USDA\, ARS\, BARC Committee Member: Graham Plastow\, University of Alberta Committee Member: Jeff Zimmerman\, Iowa State University IPRRSS Staff: Becky Eaves\, Kansas State University IPRRSS Staff: Megan Kilgore\, Kansas State University IPRRSS Staff: Francine Rowland\, Kansas State University International Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Symposium November 29-30\, 2012: Kansas City\, Missouri   This year's topic: The Genetics of PRRSV-Host Interaction The International PRRS Symposium is an annual public meeting hosted by the PRRS Coordinated Agricultural Project (CAP) and National Pork Board. The 2012 International PRRS Symposium will be held in Kansas City\, Missouri\, on Thursday\, November 29\, 2012 and Friday\, November 30\, 2012.  The meeting will be held at the Marriott KC Downtown in Kansas City\, MO in conjunction with the National Swine Improvement Federation (NSIF) and Boehringer-Ingelheim Vetmedica\, Inc. YOU ARE INVITED! Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) is the most economically significant disease of pigs in the world. The IPRRS brings together an international group of researchers\, students\, swine health specialists\, companies and producers. The 2012 meeting will focus on the latest discoveries in the genetics of the host and the virus. Topics include pig genomics\, viral genetics and their applications to improvements in pig breeding and vaccines. The remainder of the symposium will be devoted to a broad range of relevant topics\, including immunity\, epidemiology and the control of virus in the field. This year’s meeting will be held in conjunction with the National Swine Improvement Federation (NSIF) and includes satellite meetings hosted by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica\, Inc and others. The PRRS CAP will host a half day workshop on PRRS vaccines: past\, present and future. Registration is $100 and includes breakfast and lunch on Friday. The deadline for abstract submissions will be August 25\, 2012. Online registration and abstract submission will open soon; those requiring visas are encouraged to register as early as possible so visa letters can be processed.     ***Mark your calendars for May 2013!  In conjunction with the Chinese Association of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine\, the International PRRS Symposium will be held in Beijing\, China.*** LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-international-prrs-symposium-iprrss/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120606 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120503T064608 LAST-MODIFIED:20120503T064608 UID:32497@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PRRS Elimination Meeting DESCRIPTION:Jun 4 - 5\, 2012 PRRS Elimination Meeting West Des Moines\, IA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/prrs-elimination-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120504 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120501T094902 LAST-MODIFIED:20120501T094902 UID:32274@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:ProfitPro® invites YOU to call in on the first THURSDAY of the month for a FREE MANURE TELECONFERENCE DESCRIPTION: It’s Easy . . . It’s FREE UPCOMING SUBJECT Thursday\, May 3\, 2012 8:00 p.m. CDT (Central Daylight Time) Enhancing the Fertilizer Value of Your Manure With Dr. Jim Ladlie and ProfitPro’s Manure Management Consultants How would you like to enhance the value of your liquid or dry manure? You can by properly bioaugmenting your liquid manure or composting your dry manure. By pre-digesting the manure\, which is a microbial process\, you improve its nutritional value and drop its salt level. What is bioaugmented manure? Bioaugmented liquid manure is manure that has been processed from an odorous undigested manure into a enzyme-stimulated microbial plant food that is in a liquefied form and biologically available for crops. Bioaugmented manure can make a difference in your bottom line by providing many competitive advantages throughout your operation. And\, when you consider the rising costs of commercial fertilizers and fuel\, it is imperative to utilize every benefit as much as possible. For more information\, go to manuremaster.com and click on Teleconference and then Manure Teleconference Learning Materials Learn how to ENHANCE FERTILIZER VALUE with BIOAUGMENTED MANURE with this FREE Teleconference DIRECTIONS FOR CALLING IN Dial the toll free number 1-866-225-3498 at 8 p.m. SHARP (CDT) to get in from the beginning. Enter the four-digit security code 7159 followed by the pound (#) key. 3.      Please call from a quiet place or press *6 to mute your background noise. Press *6 again to Ask Questions during the Q & A portion of the program. NO FEE or pre-registration required. Access the teleconference anytime between 8 to 9 p.m. (CDT) WEBSITE Visit our manure management website manuremaster.com and download the information that will be discussed during the Teleconference. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/profitpro-invites-you-to-call-in-on-the-first-thursday-of-the-month-for-a-free-manure-teleconference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120622 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120426T070402 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T070402 UID:32053@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Ag Ambassador Institute DESCRIPTION: June 19-21 Minnesota Ag Ambassador Institute Red Wing area jill@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-ag-ambassador-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120524 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120426T065806 LAST-MODIFIED:20120426T065806 UID:32050@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Swine Influenza Working Group DESCRIPTION:May 23\, 2012 National Pork Board Swine Influenza Working Group Des Moines\, IA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-swine-influenza-working-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120724 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120728 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120419T065933 LAST-MODIFIED:20120419T065933 UID:31829@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Domestic Marketing Meeting DESCRIPTION: Summer Domestic Marketing Meeting Location: TBD LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-domestic-marketing-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120530 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120419T065751 LAST-MODIFIED:20120419T065751 UID:31826@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Biosecurity Training Session DESCRIPTION: What: Biosecurity Training Session Date: Tuesday\, May 29\, 2012 Time: 9AM-12PM Location: Belmore Arena\, Belmore Producers that are interested in the program and have not attended an “in-class” training session can attend the upcoming training date. Pre-registration is required. Contact Ripley-Huron Veterinary Clinic at 519-395-2906 The Canadian Swine Health Board (CSHB) launched a National Swine Farm-Level Biosecurity Standard in the fall of 2010. For implementation of the biosecurity standard\, a farm-level training program has been developed. Ontario Pork is coordinating the biosecurity program provincially. Producers that have attended an “in-class” training session are encouraged to fill out a self-assessment of their current biosecurity practices and develop an action plan to improve biosecurity on-farm. Once the self-assessment is completed\, producers need to arrange a farm visit with their herd health veterinarian to review the action plan and make additional recommendations on biosecurity practices as required. Producers will be reimbursed $500 per barn site for the completed self-assessment. Producers will be reimbursed an additional $500 per barn site to cover the costs of the veterinarian visit. Both payments will be made after Ontario Pork receives the self-assessment and action plan from the veterinarian. Note: No funding for the self-assessment will be provided\, until the veterinarian visit is completed. Barn sites are also required to have a valid CQA registration. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/biosecurity-training-session/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120504 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120419T065142 LAST-MODIFIED:20120419T065142 UID:31822@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board FAD Research Working Group DESCRIPTION: May 3\, 2012 National Pork Board FAD Research Working Group Des Moines\, IA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-fad-research-working-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130108 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120412T065156 LAST-MODIFIED:20120412T065156 UID:31599@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Mid-Missouri Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: January 7 2103 Mid-Missouri Taste of Elegance Columbia\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/mid-missouri-taste-of-elegance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120412T064949 LAST-MODIFIED:20120412T064949 UID:31596@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine Seminar Group DESCRIPTION: 18 Swine Seminar Group Columbia\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-seminar-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120816 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120412T064459 LAST-MODIFIED:20120412T064459 UID:31592@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AUGUST 15 2012 PQA PLUS DESCRIPTION: August 15\, PQA Plus 10 a.m.- noon University Center Rochester 1926 College View Road Southeast Rochester\, Minn. Preregistration is recommended. Preregister by e-mail to colleen@mnpork.com or phone 1-800-537-7675. August 29\, PQA Plus 10 a.m.- noon AmericInn 1406 E Lyon St. Marshall\, Minn Preregistration is recommended. Preregister by e-mail to colleen@mnpork.com or phone 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/august-15-2012-pqa-plus/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120509 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120510 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120412T064238 LAST-MODIFIED:20120412T064238 UID:31589@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:May 9, TQA 1-3:30 p.m. Minnesota Pork Board Office DESCRIPTION: May 9\, TQA 1-3:30 p.m. Minnesota Pork Board Office 151 Saint Andrews Ct. Ste. 810 Mankato\, Minn. Preregistration is recommended. Preregister by e-mail to colleen@mnpork.com or phone 1-800-537-7675. May 23\, TQA 1-3:30 p.m. McLeod County Fairgrounds Commercial Building 840 Century Ave. Hutchinson\, Minn. Preregistration is recommended. Preregister by e-mail to colleen@mnpork.com or phone 1-800-537-7675. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/may-9-tqa-1-330-p-m-minnesota-pork-board-office/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120623 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120409T060803 LAST-MODIFIED:20120409T062725 UID:31423@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Pork Management Conference DESCRIPTION:The 2012 Pork Management Conference will be held June 19-22 in Savannah\, Georgia. The objective for the conference is to expand your knowledge of the industry\, financial sophistication\, industry outlook\, latest industry trends and help you anticipate future challenges while networking with industry leaders and creating a vision. Click here to access an agenda and registration information. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-pork-management-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120621 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120405T065116 LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T065116 UID:31377@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AMSA Reciprocal Meat Conference DESCRIPTION:  Schedule    Abstracts     Program    Hotel    Tours    Registration    Students  The Reciprocal Meat Conference (RMC) serves as the annual meeting for the American Meat Science Association .  The 65th AMSA RMC will take place June 17-20\, 2012 at North Dakota State University in Fargo\, ND so register today! AMSA\, the foremost association of meat science professionals\, produces this conference.  RMC features an interactive program which is tailored to bring attendees the very best and inspiring educational experience.  From the traditional keynote presentations to the very diverse reciprocation session\, first hand information is presented from leading industry experts.  The 600 attendees that attend this conference represent meat science professionals in academia\, government and industry\, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in the meat\, food and animal science fields. Click here to see why you cannot miss the 65th AMSA RMC!  RMC NEWS: Food Safety Concurrent Technical Session: Food Safety Concurrent Session sponsored by Purac America\, Inc. Understanding the public health significance of Salmonella: Dr. Betsy Booren will examine the health significance of Salmonella in foods. An in-depth evaluation of shiga toxin-producing Salmonella outbreaks\, specifically as they are related to meat and poultry will be discussed. Understanding the Risk of Salmonella Contamination in Beef: Dr. Dayna Harhay will discuss on how cattle are as a reservoir for Salmonella exploring the prevalence from the feedlot/dairy to harvest and the Serotypes commonly observed and how these compare with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) top 10. Controlling Pathogens During Poultry Processing: Dr. Shelly McKee will explore the prevalence of Salmonella in poultry along with a discussion of the most prominent Salmonella serotypes and their ecology. Beef Quality: Marbling Development Concurrent Technical Session     Beef Quality: Marbling Development Concurrent Session Funded by The Beef Checkoff. Relevance of Marbling to the Beef Industry. Dr. John Stika’s presentation will explore how consumer taste preferences for beef have justifiably had a significant influence on the industry’s strategies to grow long-term beef demand Effects of nutrition and Management During the Stocker Phase on Marbling Score and Quality Grade. Improving nutritional and management strategies for growing beef cattle to enhance final carcass quality will not only benefit the beef industry as a whole\, but will provide producers with more incentive to produce high-quality beef products to meet consumer demand. Role of Fatty Acids in Enhancing Marbling Development. Drs. Bradley Johnson and Stephen Smith’s presentation will outline their results that have shown that certain fatty acids\, such as oleic acid\, promote lipid filling in marbling adipose tissue while at the same time enriching beef with a healthful fatty acid. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/amsa-reciprocal-meat-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120419 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120405T064616 LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T064707 UID:31373@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:MANITOBA SPRING PRODUCER MEETINGS DESCRIPTION: April 17-18\, 2012 Prairie Swine Centre is holding the Manitoba Spring Producer Meetings.  These meeting will focus on helping pork producers improve the bottom line of their operations\, and the long term sustainability of the industry.  Below are the dates and locations of the meetings.  Feel free to register for the meeting that is convenient for you. Featured Speakers Managing the Cost of Production through Nutrition Lee Whittington – Prairie Swine Centre   Being Energy Wise\, Impact of Heating Systems and Water Conservation Dr. Bernardo Predicala – Prairie Swine Centre   Loading and Transporting Pigs: Reducing Stress on People and Pigs Dr. Yolande Seddon– Prairie Swine Centre   Research Program update from Elanco Animal Health Isabelle Moreau – Elanco Animal health  Time for all meetings: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. – lunch will be included  Date Location April 17\, 2012 Portage la Prairie\, MB William Glesby Centre April 18\, 2012 Niverville\, MB Heritage Centre   To register for this seminar\, please contact your Elanco Animal Health representative: Scott Atkins - E-mail: atkins_scott@elanco.com or phone 204.981.1624 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/manitoba-spring-producer-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120410 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120411 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120405T064335 LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T064335 UID:31370@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Feed efficiency Webinar DESCRIPTION: WEBINAR On April 10\, 2012 Prairie Swine Centre in conjunction with the Farm Leadership Council will be hosting the 3rd in a series of 8 webinars on feed efficiency. Dr. Aaron Gaines will discuss herd management factors that influence whole herd feed efficiency.  He will focus on several factors in a production system beyond nutrition that influence feed conversion. Register at:  http://wflc.adobeconnect.com/e8wh9u4p1m9/event/registration.html When:  April 10\, 2012 Time:  SK 1:30-3:00 PM\, AB 1:30-3:00 PM\, MB 2:30-4:00 PM\, ON 3:30-5:00 PM The series is now FREE of Charge thanks to our webinar partner Farm Leadership Council. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/feed-efficiency-webinar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120924 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120405T064103 LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T064103 UID:31365@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:1st Annual Rapid City Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: Click here to purchase tickets LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/1st-annual-rapid-city-taste-of-elegance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120524 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120402T065005 LAST-MODIFIED:20120402T065005 UID:31189@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Dr. Temple Grandin Event DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 23\, 2012 Dr. Temple Grandin Animal Welfare: The Right Thing to Do Speaking on Wednesday\, May 23\, 2012 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Victoria Inn\, Brandon\, MB Hear this best-selling author\, inspirational speaker and consultant to the livestock industry discuss animal welfare. Register today! *All tickets complimentary Donations gratefully accepted for the National Farm Animal Care Council. TO REGISTER AND RESERVE YOUR SEAT\, CONTACT: Manitoba Pork Council 204-237-7447 or info@manitobapork.com Manitoba Beef Producers 204-772-4542 or info@mbbeef.ca Register online at templegrandin.eventbrite.ca Sponsors: (Listed alphabetically) HyLife Ltd. Manitoba Agriculture\, Food and Rural Initiatives Manitoba Beef Producers Manitoba Pork Council Maple Leaf Foods Quintaine Livestock Steve's Livestock Transport LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/dr-temple-grandin-event/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120915 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120329T064628 LAST-MODIFIED:20120329T064943 UID:29609@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AFIA Liquid Feed Symposium & Virtual Tradeshow DESCRIPTION:   About the Symposium The country’s largest gathering of liquid supplement leaders in manufacturing\, nutrition\, quality\, sales and marketing gather at the American Feed Industry Association’s Liquid Feed Symposium. The annual symposium educates and promotes the agricultural liquid supplement industry through high-quality speaker presentations\, research funding reports\, achievement recognition and the Liquid Feed Symposium Tradeshow. More   Mark your calendar for the 2012 Liquid Feed Symposium. September 12-14\, 2012 Denver\, Colo. Grand Hyatt Denver LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/afia-liquid-feed-symposium-virtual-tradeshow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121105 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120329T063647 LAST-MODIFIED:20120329T063733 UID:29605@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Annual meeting New Hampshire Pork DESCRIPTION: November 4th 2012 Annual meeting TBD LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-annual-meeting-new-hampshire-pork/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120625 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120322T070431 LAST-MODIFIED:20120322T070431 UID:28031@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:New Hampshire Pork Producers Regular Business Meeting DESCRIPTION:   June 24th 12:00 PM Regular Business Meeting 1:00 PM 2013 Delegate Elections Colby Farm Newburyport\, MA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/new-hampshire-pork-producers-regular-business-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120831 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120322T065845 LAST-MODIFIED:20120322T065845 UID:28027@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Past President's Meeting DESCRIPTION: August 28-30th Des Moines\, Iowa LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-past-presidents-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120603 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120609 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120319T095743 LAST-MODIFIED:20120319T095743 UID:27893@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Texas Pork Leadership Camp June 3-8, 2012 DESCRIPTION: 2012 Texas Pork Leadership Camp June 3-8\, 2012 The Texas Pork Leadership Camp is a unique opportunity for 4-H and FFA students that have an interest in swine projects and want to get to know more about the pork industry. The camp is a traveling bus tour with visits at key industry locations for 16 students and the chaperons. This camp is not like any other camp; it starts in Perryton\, TX and ends in College Station\, TX. Please look for information and applications in the mail or contact Cassidy Smith at csmith@texaspork.org or 800-501-7675. ** Due to our website being down the application is not available online we are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause but please fill free to contact the TPPA office for more information and the application. Application Deadline: April 16\, 2012 Click Here for Application and Information! ELIGIBILITY: 1.    4-H or FFA members who will be enrolled during the 2011-12 school year as high school juniors or seniors and this year's high school graduates. 2.    Have a definite interest in the pork industry and/or swine projects. 3.    Are willing to speak out for the pork industry through public appearances. 4.    Interested in devoting six days of long hours to meeting interesting people and gaining a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the pork industry. 5.    Must be approved by a selection process that will include evaluation of the written application and  interviews (in-person and/or by telephone) 6.    If accepted\, students must complete online Quality Counts or have completed PQA Plus training before arriving for camp.   PURPOSE: To give participants an in-depth look at the pork industry through special tours and hands-on learning activities and to develop leadership skills to enable them to be effective spokespersons for the pork industry. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT and HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCES: Each individual participating in the camp will be required to give two three-minute individual oral presentations and work together with other participants on team projects.  Each student will have media training and will have to participate in a mock television interview.  They will also be required to participate in a final discussion at the end of the camp answering questions prepared by other campers and staff. The camp leaders will provide assistance for all of these activities.   Each individual will be involved in the actual harvesting and processing of live swine.  Individual participation is required in all of these activities.  Students should not register for this camp if the they are not eager and serious about learning and participating in these public speaking and meat processing activities. COST: A $350 fee will be required for each participant\, paid upon acceptance to participate.  Do not send fee with application.  All other expenses\, except for transportation to Amarillo and from College Station\, will be assumed by the Texas Pork Producers Association.  Participants may want some money for personal spending.  If you have problems with the fee\, please call your County Extension Agent or your Agricultural Science Instructor for a possible fee scholarship from the county 4-H or FFA program. APPLICATIONS: For an application form for prospective participants please contact the TPPA Office at 512-453-0615.  Please feel free to duplicate as many as necessary to permit all interested 4-H and FFA members to apply.  Candidates should fax their application directly to the Texas Pork Producers Association at 512-451-5536 and mail the application to TPPA\, P.O. Box 10168\, Austin\, TX 78766.  Applicants will also be interviewed by phone or in person prior to selection. Application Deadline: April 16\, 2012. Click Here for Application and More Information! LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-texas-pork-leadership-camp-june-3-8-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120413 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120316T061845 LAST-MODIFIED:20120316T061845 UID:27816@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AFIA and Kansas State University offer new HACCP short course DESCRIPTION: AFIA along with the department of grain science and industry at Kansas State University has again partnered to offer another Feed Manufacturing Short Course. “Establishing a HACCP Program for the Feed Industry” focuses on the development of a Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan for all sectors of the feed industry\, including feed mill managers\, quality assurance personnel and ingredient suppliers. The four-day course will be held April 9 - 12\, 2012 in Manhattan\, Kansas. K-State\, in partnership with the American Feed Industry Association and the National Grain and Feed Association\, has held Feed Manufacturing Short Courses since 1976. These courses are taught by a unique blend of individuals from K-State and within the feed and allied industries and provide in-depth training on all aspects associated with feed manufacturing. The registration fee for the Short Course is $475. Because of limited space\, early registration is recommended. The previous four short courses were sold out. Registration is available at www.afia.org under “Upcoming Events.” Specific questions about the Short Course should be directed to K-State’s Mark Fowler at mfowler@ksu.edu or (785) 532-1189. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/afia-and-kansas-state-university-offer-new-haccp-short-course/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20121002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20121005 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120315T073619 LAST-MODIFIED:20121002T213921 UID:27791@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:International Symposium on Humane Euthanasia of Production Livestock DESCRIPTION:October 2 - 4\, 2012 (Tue-Thu) Banff\, Alberta\, Canada Hosted by: The University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine (UCVM) Pain and Animal Welfare Group and J. Woods Livestock Services The symposium is the first of its kind dedicating two and a half days entirely to all aspects of the humane euthanasia of livestock in production settings. The symposium topics include: • the latest in euthanasia research and new technology\, • mass destruction\, • training programs\, • animal welfare considerations\, • ethical implications\, and the psychological impact on stockpersons\, and • government regulations and recommended standards. This symposium provides the opportunity to learn from and interact with leading experts in livestock euthanasia from around the globe. Web: http://www.nfacc.ca/hepl2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/international-symposium-on-humane-euthanasia-of-production-livestock/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120428 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120315T073130 LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T073130 UID:27786@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:4th European Symposium of Porcine Health Management DESCRIPTION: April 25 - 27\, 2012 (Wed-Fri) Congress Centre Oud Sint-Jan Bruges\, Belgium For more information: Web: http://www.esphm2012.be LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/4th-european-symposium-of-porcine-health-management/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120330 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120315T072910 LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T072910 UID:27783@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 National Institute for Animal Agriculture Annual Conference DESCRIPTION: March 26 - 29\, 2012 (Mon-Thu) Renaissance Denver Hotel Denver\, Colorado For more information: National Institute for Animal Agriculture 13570 Meadowgrass Dr\, Suite 201 Colorado Springs\, CO 80921 Tel.: 719-538-8843 Fax: 719-538-8847 Email: niaa@animalagriculture.org Web: http://www.animalagriculture.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-national-institute-for-animal-agriculture-annual-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120804 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120315T071213 LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T071213 UID:27779@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork safety and human nutrition committee meeting DESCRIPTION: Pork safety and human nutrition committee meeting\, August 1st-Agusut 3rd 2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-safety-and-human-nutrition-committee-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120525 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120315T070838 LAST-MODIFIED:20120315T070838 UID:27774@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Attend Pork 101 at Texas A&M University DESCRIPTION: Tuesday\, May 22 – Thursday\, May 24\, 2012 Texas A&M University\, College Station\, Texas PORK 101 is a three-day\, hands-on educational opportunity to update interested participants on quality and consistency issues in the pork industry. It includes insight on value differences in swine\, pork carcasses\, pork primals and processed pork products due to quality variation. Through PORK 101\, you will have the chance to evaluate eight live hogs. The animals will be processed during the class with participants learning about grading\, food safety and product processing. Finally\, the class will make and sample processed product from the hogs including pumped loins\, bacon\, hams and sausage. To register online please click here! Program topics include live hog grading and evaluation\, carcass fabrication\, curing production\, lean pricing and more. Go to here for more information. Click here to download the PDF registration form. Please complete and return to information@meatscience.org or fax to 1-888-205-5834. Registration fee: AMSA\, AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMP\, NMA and SMA Members: $800 Non AMSA Member: $950 AMSA Student Member: $300 For AAMP\, AMIF\, ASAS\, NAMP\, NMA and SMA members please complete the registration form and fax the form to 1-888-205-5834 to receive the member price for the PORK 101 course. Registration fee includes all course materials\, course workbook\, dinner on Tuesday and lunch and dinner on Wednesday. Group Registration Discount: Companies or organizations sending more than one person to a course are eligible for a discount. The second person is 10% off and additional people are 25% off the regular registration rate. To qualify\, fill out the registration form for all attendees from your organization and fax or email to AMSA. Attendees must be attending the class at the same location to qualify for the discount. Please contact Nancy Hayes nhayes@meatscience.org or 1-800-517-2672 ext. 11 for questions regarding the group registration discount Sponsors: PORK 101 is co-sponsored by the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP)\, American Meat Institute Foundation (AMIF)\, American Society of Animal Science (ASAS)\, North American Meat Processors Association (NAMP)\, National Meat Association (NMA)\, and the Southwest Meat Association (SMA). If you cannot make it to this Pork 101 course\, plan for the Pork 101 course from Oct. 15 to 17. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/attend-pork-101-at-texas-am-university/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120420 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120309T064323 LAST-MODIFIED:20120309T064323 UID:27479@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Canadian Feed Technology Course DESCRIPTION:   The Canadian International Grains Institute\, in conjunction with the Animal Nutrition Association of Canada\, will offer a Canadian Feed Technology Course in Winnipeg from April 17 to 19. The course will include updates on changes in feed manufacturing technologies and provide training on such as aspects as least cost formulations and changes related to food safety regulations. CIGI director of research and business development Dr. Rex Newkirk says it will be primarily of interest to those involved in the hands-on production of feed. Clip-Dr. Rex Newkirk-Canadian International Grains Institute: It typically is\, for example\, staff in a feed mill. They might be an expert in a particular area but need to have a breadth of understanding in the plant so they can fill in other areas and also understand the full implications of the process or to trouble shoot areas within plant. There's also interest from producers that are producing on farm and need to understand how the process works and how they can apply some of these things to their own farm. In livestock production\, particularly in hog production\, feed manufacturing is your largest expense and so being able to ensure that your production is not affected by changes in your manufacturing practices or formulation and having a consistent product is essential. Being able to do it in a cost effective and efficient manner is essential because I believe it's something like 65 to 70 percent of your cost of producing hogs is feed if not more. By going through this training you get a much better understanding of how it all fits together and where you can make efficiencies and make sure you're making a consistent product. For more information on the Canadian Feed Technology Course or to register\, visit the Canadian International Grains Institute web site at cigi.ca. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/canadian-feed-technology-course/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120810 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120308T075108 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T075108 UID:27455@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Crawford County Porky Pig Event, Gays Mills DESCRIPTION: August 9 2012 ~ Crawford County Porky Pig Event\, Gays Mills LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/crawford-county-porky-pig-event-gays-mills/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120708 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120308T074549 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T074549 UID:27450@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Texas Pork Industry Conference and Youth Symposium DESCRIPTION: 2012 Texas Pork Industry Conference & Youth Symposium July 6 - 7\, 2012 San Angelo Fairgrounds ~ San Angelo\, TX The Texas Pork Industry Conference and Youth Symposium has changed locations and added new events into the program! Don't miss out on this educational and informative event! So mark your calendar! More information concerning how to become a Conference Sponsor\, display your products or information at the Trade Show Exhibit or donated to the Silent Semen Auction will be available soon. When: July 6 - 7\, 2012 Conference Location: The conference programs will take place at the San Angelo Fair Grounds in San Angelo\, Texas (200 W. 43rd Street\, San Angelo\, TX 76903). Friday Night Family Picnic Location: Friday Night Family Picnic location will be available soon. Hotel Information: Make your reservations today at these hotels and mention the Texas Pork Producers Association to receive a special room rate!!! Headquarters Hotel:   Springhill Suites by Marriott 2544 Southwest Blvd. San Angelo\, TX 76901 (325) 949-6900 Please make reservation by June 22nd to ensure your special room rate of $109 per night. Alternative Hotels:   Holiday Inn 4613 Houston Harte\, Loop 306 San Angelo\, TX 76901 (325) 223-2200 Please make reservation by June 26th to ensure your special room rate of $109 per night        Comfort Suites 4450 W. Houston Harte\, Loop 306 San Angelo\, TX 76901 (325) 944-8600 Please make reservation by June 22nd to ensure your special room rate of $109 per night. Schedule: Schedule is being planned and finalized be sure to check back for more updates as they become available. For more questions please contact the TPPA Office at 800-501-7675 or tppa@texaspork.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/texas-pork-industry-conference-and-youth-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120416 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120419 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120308T074126 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T074126 UID:27446@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:State Exec Meeting DESCRIPTION: April 16-18 Kansas City Missouri LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/state-exec-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120322 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120308T073826 LAST-MODIFIED:20120308T073826 UID:27442@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus and TQA certification programs scheduled DESCRIPTION: Pork producers and livestock transporters can earn their certifications for Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA Plus) and Transport Quality Assurance (TQA) at free trainings on March 21 at the Americinn\, 1406 East Lyon Street\, Marshall\, Minn. The PQA Plus training will be from 10 a.m. to noon and the TQA training will be from 1-3:30 p.m. To assure adequate seating and materials\, preregistration is strongly encouraged. To preregister\, telephone the Minnesota Pork Board office at (800) 537-7675 or email colleen@mnpork.com. When preregistering\, provide your name\, address\, telephone number and email\, if available. PQA Plus is required for those who provide daily care of pigs\, such as owners\, managers and employees\, as a condition of sale by nearly all packers. The minimum age for PQA Plus certification eligibility is 14. TQA training is also a common hog packer requirement for the drivers delivering hogs to the plant and for on-farm animal handlers. Pork producers can check their PQA Plus and TQA certification status by calling the Pork Checkoff Service Center at (800) 456-7675. Contact your hog buyer/packer for their specific PQA Plus certification\, PQA Plus Site Status and TQA certification requirements. PQA Plus and TQA trainings are hosted by the Minnesota Pork Board\, Pork Checkoff and University of Minnesota Extension Swine Team. For additional training locations and dates go to www.mnpork.com. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-and-tqa-certification-programs-scheduled/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120306 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120301T071503 LAST-MODIFIED:20120301T071503 UID:27192@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:FLC Webinar - Candido Pomar - The Future of Livestock Farming - Mar 5/12 - 1:30 PM DESCRIPTION:   FLC Webinar FLC Webinar "The Future of Livestock Farming" Focus on Feed Efficiency in Pork Producion Precision livestock farming is an innovative production system approach\, which is based on the integrated uses of advances in animal sciences and in new technologies of information and communication.  Its main objective is optimize animal production and the management of productive processes.  Today this offers many opportunities\, such as the increased feed efficiency that can be obtained by reducing uncertainty in decisions relating to the control of variability within pigs. Where:  Webinar – Go to  http://wflc.adobeconnect.com/e6z049b76ud/event/event_info.html to register now When:  March 5\, 2012 Time:  1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (SK Time - CST) Cost:  $0.00 for subscribers Questions and discussion can be made via keyboard\, microphone or if you require separate audio the call in number is posted within the webinar: Want to participate on your mobile device?   You can.   Download the app "Adobe Mobile Connect 1.7" from the App Store or Andriod Market.   You will be happy with some recent updates they have made including the ability to utilize the microphone feature right from your iPhone or smartphone. Please let us know if you have any questions. We are excited to see you there! CANDIDO POMAR Dr. Pomar is a research scientist with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada based at Sherbrooke (Lennoxville)\, Quebec\, since 1991. He also acts as adjunct professor at Laval and Sherbrooke universities. Dr. Pomar obtained a degree in Agricultural Engineering at Madrid Polytechnic University (Spain) in 1980. After working for two years in industry\, he obtained a master’s degree from Laval University in 1985. He continued his studies at the University of Michigan\, and undertook a term working on the development of a mathematical model for swine production systems at the USDA-ARS Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center\, Nebraska. This model served to complete his Ph.D. presented at Laval University in 1989. In 2002 Dr. Pomar moved to the Scottish agricultural college near Edinburgh\, UK\, to review actual modeling approaches simulating population responses and predicting nutrient requirements. Dr. Pomar is heading a research program in swine nutrition\, mathematical modeling and carcass evaluation systems and is engaged in the development of an innovative precision feeding and farming system which will enhance profitability and competitiveness of the Canadian swine industry. This email and any attachment(s) are confidential and are privileged to FLC Subscribers.  If you are not the intended recipient please notify me immediately by return e-mail\, delete this email and do not copy\, use or disclose it. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/flc-webinar-candido-pomar-the-future-of-livestock-farming-mar-512-130-pm/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120314 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120229T064824 LAST-MODIFIED:20120229T064824 UID:27136@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Southern IN Pork Conference March 13, 2012 DESCRIPTION: Southern IN Pork Conference March 13\, 2012 Learn about swine economics\, regulations and well-being with state experts.  Receive Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA+) certification. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/southern-in-pork-conference-march-13-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120628 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120629 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120228T072525 LAST-MODIFIED:20120405T070554 UID:27103@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Iowa Swine Day Returns June 28th DESCRIPTION: Read online. June 28\, 2012 | Scheman Building | Ames\, Iowa Iowa Swine Day is specifically directed at people who work with pigs on a day to day basis\, or people who work with these people. The program is based on feedback from the industry on what topics are the most important\, current and relevant to Iowa swine producers. Pork producers\, farm owner/operators\, field service staff\, contract growers\, contract managers and people who work closely with these people will all benefit from this day-long program featuring practical information with many take-home messages. Iowa Swine Day will take place in the Scheman Building\, west of Hilton Coliseum\, in the Iowa State Center in Ames. The facility features convenient access from Highway 30 and I-35 as well as plenty of free parking. Directions to the Scheman Building are on the Swine Day website. On-site registration opens at 8:00 a.m. and the program runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Early registration is $25 per person. After June 15 registration increases to $35. Registration includes lunch\, refreshment breaks and a copy of the conference proceedings. Program Managing risk in uncertain times -- Shane Ellis\, ISU economics Preventing and managing pit foaming -- Steve Hoff\, ISU Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering What is being learned and done in the battle against the PRRS virus: Are we winning? -- Derald Holtkamp\, ISU Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine How to prioritize your biosecurity practices -- Alex Ramirez\, ISU Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine Capturing energy savings through proper ventilation management -- Jay Harmon\, ISU Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Motivating and keeping employees -- Darra Johnson\, Murphy-Brown\, LLC\, Ames Practical and effective ways to improve feed efficiency and reduce feed cost -- John Patience\, ISU Animal Science U.S. pork exports: Opportunities and risks -- Dermot Hayes\, ISU Economics The 101 of swine welfare: What should I know? -- Anna Johnson\, ISU Animal Science Learn more or Register online LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/iowa-swine-day-returns-june-28th/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120318 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120223T081149 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T081149 UID:26972@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Meat Processors Association Annual Meeting and Tradeshow DESCRIPTION: March 16-17 Minnesota Meat Processors Association Annual Meeting and Tradeshow Minnesota Pork Board Exhibits Minnesota Association of Meat Processors LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-meat-processors-association-annual-meeting-and-tradeshow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120407 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120223T080328 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T080328 UID:26967@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:April 6, 2012 - 2012 Lu Mil Vineyard Pig Cook-off DESCRIPTION: April 6\, 2012-April 7\, 2012 - Dublin\, NC 2012 Lu Mil Vineyard Pig Cook-off LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/april-6-2012-2012-lu-mil-vineyard-pig-cook-off/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120327 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120223T080043 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T080043 UID:26963@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Springfield/Branson Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: March 26\, 2012 Ramada Oasis Convention Center Springfield\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/springfieldbranson-taste-of-elegance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130119 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120223T075712 LAST-MODIFIED:20120223T075712 UID:26959@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Banff Pork Seminar 2013 DESCRIPTION: Plan to attend the Banff Pork Seminar\, January 15-18\, 2013 Celebrating its 42nd year in 2013\, the Banff Pork Seminar's time-tested formula of big-picture thinking and practical "take home" information still has its finger on the pulse of a pork community looking for solutions in an increasingly uncertain world. The goal is to provide a snapshot of the production\, trade\, financial and market challenges facing the industry at this point in time. Although these sessions tackle the pork industry from a number of different angles\, their common denominator is that they are all grounded in a fundamental concern for the profitability of the pork industry. The sessions are set up so that attendees can select the options most relevant to them. When it comes to networking\, most would probably agree that the biggest "bang for your buck" comes from attending events where key industry players are in the same place at the same time. And with several hundred industry participants from all around the globe attending every year\, industry leaders from all sectors supplying the pork industry will be at the Banff Pork Seminar. Banff Pork Seminar c/o AFNS University of Alberta Edmonton\, Alberta\, CANADA T6G 2P5 Phone: 780-492-3651 Fax: 780-492-5771 E-mail: info@banffpork.ca LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/banff-pork-seminar-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120318 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120222T075535 LAST-MODIFIED:20120222T075535 UID:26898@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Artificial Insemination in Swine Production Workshop Scheduled DESCRIPTION:For More Information: Dr. Sam Baidoo\, University of Minnesota Swine Nutrition & Management Email: skbaidoo@umn.edu; Phone: (507) 837-5626 Artificial Insemination in Swine Production Workshop Scheduled Artificial Insemination in Swine Production will be March 16-17 at the Southern Research and Outreach Center in Waseca\, Minn. The classroom session will be from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday\, March 16\, and the hands-on session will be in the swine research facilities from 8 a.m. to noon onsaturday\, March 17. Registration deadline is March 9. Workshop enrollment is limited. Artificial Insemination in Swine Production will give participants a better understanding of the factors necessary to successfully breed females using artificial insemination techniques. The workshop is designed for both those who have limited knowledge of breeding swine\, as well as experienced pork producers who wish to review the basics and troubleshoot reproduction challenges. To maximize student learning and understanding\, the hands-on session incorporates numerous activities relating to classroom content. Course Instructors and Cost Course instructors are U of M faculty and swine industry experts. Cost of the program is $100 per person. Additional participants from the same production system or farm may register for $50 each. The enrollment fee includes learning materials\, meals\, breaks\, instructor fees\, and biosecurity clothing for the hands-on training session. Lodging Overnight lodging is the participant's responsibility. Waseca lodging includes Crossings Inn & Suites\, (507) 835-0022 or (866) 936-STAY and Waseca American Motel\, (507) 835-4300 or (888) 676-9495. Workshop Topics > Anatomy and Physiology Hormonal patterns\, ovulation and pregnancy regulation\, gilt and sow reproductive tract characteristics > Heat Detection and Breeding Insemination timing\, improving estrus detection\, breeding herd efficiency\, fertility factors\, number of services\, catheters > Artificial Insemination Techniques Demonstrate techniques and differences between various A.I. choices\, factors involved with quality mating > Sow Nutrition Feeding the sow for productivity and longevity\, sow versus gilt nutrition\, effect on puberty and litter performance\, feeding to achieve desired body condition\, use of fiber > Semen Handling\, storage\, extension\, shelf life > Reproductive Problem Solving Discussion of specific on-farm reproductive issues LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/artificial-insemination-in-swine-production-workshop-scheduled/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120303 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T142255 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T142320 UID:26740@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Spring Producer Meetings-Western Canada DESCRIPTION: Spring Producer Meetings Date: Friday\, March 2\, 2012 Location: Travelodge Hotel\, 106 Circle Drive West\, Saskatoon\, Saskatchewan Time: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (lunch will be served) FEATURED SPEAKERS Research Profits Everyone. Helping to Improve Your Bottom Line Lee Whittington – Prairie Swine Centre Managing the Cost of Production through Nutrition Dr. Denise Beaulieu – Prairie Swine Centre Being Energy Wise\, Impact of Heating Systems and Water Conservation Dr. Bernardo Predicala – Prairie Swine Centre Loading and Transporting Pigs: Reducing Stress on People and Pigs Dr. Jennifer Brown – Prairie Swine Centre Research Program update from Elanco Animal Health TBA – Elanco Animal health For more information please contact Ken Engele at the Prairie Swine Centre (306) 667‐7439. To register for this seminar\, please complete and fax this form to Elanco Animal Health\, Attention Don Down: Email: down_donald@elanco.com Phone: (204) 981‐5017 by February 29\, 2012. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/spring-producer-meetings-western-canada/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120229 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T141827 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T141827 UID:26736@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Spring Producer Meetings DESCRIPTION: Date: Tuesday\, February 28\, 2012 Location: Arden Park Hotel\, 552 Ontario Street\, Stratford\, Ontario Time: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (lunch will be served) FEATURED SPEAKERS Research Profits Everyone. Helping to Improve Your Bottom Line Lee Whittington – Prairie Swine Centre Managing the Cost of Production through Nutrition Dr. Denise Beaulieu – Prairie Swine Centre Loading and Transporting Pigs: Reducing Stress on People and Pigs Dr. Jennifer Brown – Prairie Swine Centre Research Program update from Elanco Animal Health TBA – Elanco Animal health For more information please contact Ken Engele at the Prairie Swine Centre (306) 667‐7439. To register for this seminar\, please complete and fax this form to Elanco Animal Health\, Attention Steve Thomas: Email:Date: Tuesday\, February 28\, 2012 Location: Arden Park Hotel\, 552 Ontario Street\, Stratford\, Ontario Time: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (lunch will be served) FEATURED SPEAKERS Research Profits Everyone. Helping to Improve Your Bottom Line Lee Whittington – Prairie Swine Centre Managing the Cost of Production through Nutrition Dr. Denise Beaulieu – Prairie Swine Centre Loading and Transporting Pigs: Reducing Stress on People and Pigs Dr. Jennifer Brown – Prairie Swine Centre Research Program update from Elanco Animal Health TBA – Elanco Animal health For more information please contact Ken Engele at the Prairie Swine Centre (306) 667‐7439. To register for this seminar\, please complete and fax this form to Elanco Animal Health\, Attention Steve Thomas: Email: thomasst@elanco.com Phone: (519) 301‐6010 by February 24\, 2012.Phone: (519) 301‐6010 by February 24\, 2012. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/spring-producer-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120426 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T075738 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T075738 UID:26730@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Retail Advisory Committee DESCRIPTION: National Pork Board Retail Advisory Committee LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-retail-advisory-committee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120315 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T075355 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T075355 UID:26726@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:South Dakota Pork Producer Meetings - LTD DESCRIPTION:   March 13 - 14\, 2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/south-dakota-pork-producer-meetings-ltd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120307 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T075012 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T075012 UID:26722@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Farm Animal Integrated Research (FAIR) 2012 Conference DESCRIPTION:Farm Animal Integrated Research (FAIR) 2012 The Federation of Animal Science Societies (FASS) cordially invites you to attend the Farm Animal Integrated Research (FAIR) 2012 conference to be held on March 4-6\, 2012 at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington\, VA. The purpose of the FAIR 2012 conference is multifaceted. The main objective is to convene and conduct a national forum involving leaders in many fields and roles to discuss and establish consensus priorities for animal agricultural research\, education\, and extension activities that can be used by federal research agencies\, the allied animal industry\, and state agencies. An outcome of the conference will be the creation of a document that can be used as a resource for policy makers and others engaged in the common goal to improve and sustain animal agriculture. It is our intention that this document will be a guide to further enhancement of efficient and sustainable farm animal production systems in order to meet the increased global demand for food by 2050. Please note that the last national forum on this topic (FAIR 2002) was held in April 1999. Recommendations from FAIR 2002 are available at: http://www.fass.org/fair2002.pdf. Conference organizers look to invite those individuals that have an interest in farm animal production in the United States. The FAIR 2012 program is by invitation only. To be considered for a conference invitation\, please complete the form at: http://fair2012.fass.org/invitation_request_form.asp. IMPORTANT DATES Conference RSVP Deadline February 1\, 2012 Special Conference Rate Hotel Reservation Deadline February 20\, 2012 SPONSORS LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/farm-animal-integrated-research-fair-2012-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120330 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T074708 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T074708 UID:26718@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Michigan State Wide Pork Meetings DESCRIPTION: State-wide Meetings 26th  - Southwest Michigan College - Dowagiac 27th - Crossroads Banquet Center. Grand Rapids 28th - Gene Davis Catering - Jackson 29th - Candlelite Banquet Center - Bridgeport LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/michigan-state-wide-pork-meetings/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120415 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120216T074508 LAST-MODIFIED:20120216T074508 UID:26714@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Spencer-Penn BBQ Cookoff DESCRIPTION: April 13\, 2012-April 14\, 2012 - Spencer\, VA Spencer-Penn BBQ Cookoff LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/spencer-penn-bbq-cookoff/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120322 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120215T075049 LAST-MODIFIED:20120215T075049 UID:26652@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Ohio Swine Health Symposium DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Swine Health Symposium is set for March 21\, 2012 and will be held at the Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City\, Ohio. The program agenda and registration information is now available. Click on the link for Swine Health Symposium. Attachment Size Ohio swine health symposium 2012.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ohio-swine-health-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120322 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120206T121648 LAST-MODIFIED:20120209T085123 UID:26309@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:How is Oil Extraction Impacting DDGS Value in Swine? (NUTRIQUEST Sponsored Seminar) DESCRIPTION: Visit the Event Website The 2012 NUTRIQUEST sponsored meeting ‘How is Oil Extraction Impacting DDGS Value in Swine?’ will focus on many issues currently impacting the swine industry\, including the current buzz on oil extraction in the DDGS market. The meeting will feature presentations by top professionals\, Dr. Gerald Shurson\, Professor of Animal Science\, University of Minnesota and Dr. Brian Kerr\, Lead Scientist\, USDA-ARS-NLAE. A round table discussion led by individuals from across the swine and ethanol industries will conclude the meeting. Individuals from across industries are invited to join the meeting in March for what promises to be a thought provoking event. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/how-is-oil-extraction-impacting-ddgs-value-in-swine-nutriquest-sponsored-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120720 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120202T074802 LAST-MODIFIED:20120202T074840 UID:26229@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Joint ADSA-AMPA-ASAS-CSAS-WSASAS Meeting DESCRIPTION: Latest News Online Housing Reservations Now Open! Call for Abstracts Posted Submission Deadline: Feb 15\, 2012   Online Forms Invitation Letter Request Form Special Event Request Form E-Meeting Presenter Instructions Deadlines December 20\, 2011 Ticketed Special Event Requests February 15\, 2012 Abstract Submission Deadline April 19\, 2012 All Special Event Requests Platinum Sponsors             Gold Sponsors                         Silver Sponsors     Chinese Association of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine (CAAV) Bronze Sponsors Bronze sponsors coming soon! Click here to find out how your company can become a bronze sponsor! Donors Contributors Contributors coming soon! Click here to find out how your company can become a contributor! LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-joint-adsa-ampa-asas-csas-wsasas-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120520 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120524 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120201T094914 LAST-MODIFIED:20120202T161626 UID:26177@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alltech International Animal Health & Nutrition Symposium DESCRIPTION:May 20 - May 23\, 2012 Lexington\, Kentucky\, USA Alltech's 28th Annual International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium The 2012 Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium will focus on the SMART Revolution - springing from SMART ideas\, SMART  industry leaders\, SMART use of resources\, SMART business practices\, and SMART nutritional solutions. Delegates will be challenged to revolutionize how we think about sustainability in food production\, market-oriented business strategies\, agribusiness branding\, and about research and technological solutions to the issues our industry faces. Join us in shaping the Smart Revolution in the agriculture industry. Over 100 speakers\, all leading experts in their respective fields\, will converge at the Symposium. Topics include Global grain grab in a growing industry: Smart alternatives to scarce ingredients Fish meal replacement in a rapidly expanding industry – The algae revolution Smart starts start where?  Fetal programming for optimizing meat quality North of 30\,000 kg of milk per cow per year: Smart strategies for enhancing milk quality The most influential name in food you’ve never heard of Creating Raving Fans – Marketing excellence Keeping your companion animals healthy:  Genetic factors and nutritional solutions for maintaining a healthy body condition and preventing obesity Getting closer to customers: Understanding generational differences for successful messaging and media The YUM experience in China: Successfully transforming a global brand for local success First mover advantage: Emerging consumer trends What consumers want -  flavor! Evolution or revolution: Revisiting pig weaning age\, NRC\, productivity gains through genetic insights More with less – Where profitability and sustainability converge: The power of Nutrigenomics Both Monday\, May 21\, and Tuesday\, May 22\, the delegates will have the opportunity to attend one of the many breakout sessions\, which is of most interest to them. Breakout sessions will be offered for professionals in the following areas: Dairy\, beef\, pig\, poultry\, equine\, pet nutrition\, aquaculture\, regulatory\, legal\, marketing\, IT\, and designer food. The dinner and off-site functions will offer delegates great opportunities for networking and sharing ideas with peers and experts in the wide range of topics covered at the Symposium. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alltech-international-animal-health-nutrition-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120327 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120529 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120126T081604 LAST-MODIFIED:20120126T081604 UID:26022@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 NIAA Annual Conference in Denver DESCRIPTION:The National Institute for Animal Agriculture’s 2012 Annual Conference\, “Living in a World of Decreasing Resources and Increasing Regulation: How to Advance Animal Agriculture\,” March 27-28\, in Denver\, Colo.\, will look at how challenges such as tight credit\, increased capital requirements\, environmental regulations\, drought and other weather issues\, more demanding animal care standards and misperceptions about how animals are raised are impacting animal agriculture—and what steps can be taken to advance animal agriculture in light on these challenges. In addition to listening to keynote presentations\, attendees are encouraged to participate in the species-specific committee meetings and council meetings: bovine committee\, equine committee\, poultry committee\, small ruminant committee\, swine committee\, animal health emergency management council\, antibiotics council\, animal care council\, emerging disease council\, animal identification and information systems council and global animal health\, food security and trade council. Each species-specific committee meeting and council meeting will have highly targeted speakers and attendees will address issues relevant to the species or council. NIAA conference attendees are also welcome to participate in a Colorado cattle industry tour on Thursday\, March 29. NIAA’s post-conference tour includes visits to JBS packing plant\, Five Rivers Kuner Feedlot and Guttersen Ranches. To learn more about NIAA’s Annual Conference\, please visit online: http://animalagriculture.org/Solutions/Annual%20Conference/2012/Home.html LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-niaa-annual-conference-in-denver/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120413 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120126T081327 LAST-MODIFIED:20120126T081327 UID:26018@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board, National Leadership Meeting DESCRIPTION: Location: TBD LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-national-leadership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120125T073553 LAST-MODIFIED:20120125T073553 UID:25964@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Conference to Focus on Industry Trends, Issues DESCRIPTION: WEST LAFAYETTE\, Ind. - Pork producers can learn about trends\, legislation and studies involving the industry at the Central Indiana Pork Conference in Rossville.   The Feb. 8 conference will feature Monty Moss of Moss Farms in Burnettsville\, who will discuss the filtration system he installed at his farm to reduce the spread of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome\, or PRRS.   Jiqin Ni\, an assistant professor in Purdue University's Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering\, will present the results of a recent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency study on air quality and its implications for the pork industry.   Sessions include a swine industry update and a discussion of recent legislative trends and activities affecting pork production.   "The conference will address a range of issues that are pertinent to the commercial pork industry and to individual pork producers - areas of emphasis that will help their operations become more profitable\," said Curt Emanuel\, Purdue Extension educator in Clinton County. "People need to know about trends and issues within the industry\, and this knowledge will improve their ability to respond and react to some of the challenges and opportunities in the industry right now."   The conference will be held at Rossville High School\, 1 Robert Egly Drive. Those interested in attending are requested to register before Feb. 1 in order to ensure adequate supplies for all participants; however\, late registrations will be accepted as space allows.   Registration costs $20 per person. The fee includes materials\, refreshments\, and a lunch.   For more information or to register online\, visithttp://www.ag.purdue.edu/counties/clinton/Pages/cipc.aspx or contact Emanuel at 765-659-6380 or cemanuel@purdue.edu.   The conference is sponsored by the Clinton County Extension Service and the Clinton County Pork Producers.     Sarah Ford Director of Public and Industry Relations sford@inpork.org 317-872-7500 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-conference-to-focus-on-industry-trends-issues/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120614 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T082650 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T083023 UID:25762@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Pork Association/MU Youth Pork Institute DESCRIPTION:The University of Missouri Pork Institute is an intensive three-day educational program. Its goal is to instruct young people in profitable pork production\, introduce them to the latest technological developments and train them to be leaders in the U.S. pork industry. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-pork-associationmu-youth-pork-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120708 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120712 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T080658 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T080658 UID:25758@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Industry Conference DESCRIPTION:National Pork Industry Conference LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-industry-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120626 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120627 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T080506 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T080506 UID:25755@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Missouri Pork Classic Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION: 2012 Missouri Pork Classic Golf Tournament LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-missouri-pork-classic-golf-tournament/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120430 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T080127 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T080127 UID:25751@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pork Summit 2012 DESCRIPTION: Pork Summit 2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pork-summit-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120323 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T075732 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T075732 UID:25747@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:SPRING 2012 LEGISLATIVE ACTION CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION: National Pork Producers Council hosts a legislative action conference twice a year for pork producers from around the nation to learn about\, discuss and lobby on agriculture legislation important to the U.S. pork industry. Pork producers will meet with members of Congress to discuss issues that are pertinent to the pork industry. In their days in Washington\, producers will receive updates on legislative issues from NPPC staff and attend NPPC’s Capitol Hill-famous “Rack of Pork” congressional reception. The Pork Leadership Institute and the Swine Veterinarian Public Policy Advocacy Program will be held in conjunction with the conference. Upcoming Legislation Action Conference will be held March 20-22\, 2012 at: L'Enfant Plaza Hotel 482 L'Enfant Plaza SW Washington\, D.C. 20024 For more information or to register\, contact Alicia Irlbeck irlbecka@nppc.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/spring-2012-legislative-action-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120128 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120119T075404 LAST-MODIFIED:20120119T075404 UID:25742@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Virginia Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Jan 27\, 2012 Virginia Pork Annual Meeting Franklin\, VA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/virginia-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120525 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120117T070337 LAST-MODIFIED:20120117T070337 UID:25618@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Upcoming Conference: Managing Animal Mortality, Products, By-Products, and Associated Health Risk DESCRIPTION: Register now for the International Symposium on Managing Animal Mortality\, Products\, By-Products\, and Associated Health Risk\, scheduled from May 21-24\, 2012 in Dearborn\, Mich. Managing animal tissue (mortalities\, products and by-products) is a significant challenge and a major responsibility for routine production of animals\, as well as in emergencies. Catastrophic losses of poultry and livestock caused by disease\, fire\, or weather-related stresses\, and routine losses associated with large-scale production operations have become significant environmental\, biosecurity and waste management concerns around the globe. Join veterinarians\, animal industry and government professionals\, academics\, extension educators\, food and agriculture emergency managers\, public health managers\, food animal processors\, rendering professionals\, and producers from around the world by registering at http://web2.msue.msu.edu/smam/register.cfm. Register before April 20\, 2012 to receive the $300 early bird rate. Take advantage of one of the four optional tours to see how border management\, on farm composting and rendering are being handled in new and innovative ways. Tours are an additional $30. For those who are unable to attend the full conference\, daily registration options are available. The conference will feature poster sessions\, keynote speakers\, demonstrations of new technology and hands-on training activities. Sessions and speakers will include the following topics: environmental effects of disposal\, mechanical disposal technologies\, decontamination\, animal mortality composting\, depopulation\, foods of animal origin\, emergency response and policy and lessons learned. Click here to download a complete schedule. If you know someone interested in the partner program a full listing can be found here. If you are interested in participating in the conference with a presentation or poster there is still time to submit an abstract. Information about submitting can be found at: http://web2.msue.msu.edu/smam/poster.cfm. The symposium is supported by the National Center for Foreign Animal and Zoonotic Disease Defense (FAZD Center)\, a Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Center of Excellence\, and various government and educational institutions across North America. The symposium will be hosted by Michigan State University. To learn more about the symposium and how to be involved as presenter\, participant\, demonstrator or sponsor visit http://umaine.edu/byproducts-symposium/. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/upcoming-conference-managing-animal-mortality-products-by-products-and-associated-health-risk/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120324 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120325 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120112T081828 LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T081828 UID:25506@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:New York Pork Producers Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:   New York Pork Producers Cooperative\, Inc. Jamie Mesmer 323 Lyons Road Geneva\, NY 14456 Phone: 315-585-6276                                    FAX: 315-585-6278 E-mail: newyorkporkproducers@yahoo.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/new-york-pork-producers-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120317 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120318 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120112T081614 LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T081614 UID:25504@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Mississippi Pork Producers Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: Mark Crenshaw PO Box 9815 4025 Wise Center Mississippi State\, MS 39762 Phone: (662) 325-1689 FAX: (662) 325-8873 E-mail: markc@ext.msstate.edu LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/mississippi-pork-producers-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120215 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120112T081308 LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T081308 UID:25502@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Trade Committee DESCRIPTION: Visit www.pork.org for more information LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-trade-committee/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120112T081045 LAST-MODIFIED:20120112T081045 UID:25501@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Nebraksa Pork Producers Pork Industry Day DESCRIPTION: Visit the Nebraska Pork Producers website for more information http://www.nepork.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nebraksa-pork-producers-pork-industry-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120603 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120111T071836 LAST-MODIFIED:20120111T071836 UID:25422@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Digestive Physiology of Pig 12th International Symposium DESCRIPTION: Home Information Registration Hotel Committees Sponsors Abstracts Program On behalf of the Organizing Committee\, we are happy to invite you to join us in Keystone\, Colorado\, USA on May 29th through June 1st\, 2012 for the 12th International Symposium on Digestive Physiology in Pigs. This event has grown to become the premiere event where discussions focus specifically on various aspects of digestive physiology. We expect to attract more than 300 attendees from Europe\, Asia and North and South America. The first Symposium was held in Shinfield\, Reading (UK) in 1979. Subsequently there have been symposia held triennially in France\, Denmark\, Poland\, The Netherlands\, Germany\, France\, Sweden\, Canada\, Denmark and Spain. This is the first time it will be held in the U.S.\, and the committee is committed to ensuring the Symposium lives up to the very high standard established by our European and Canadian predecessors. The scientific program will focus on the digestive tract of the pig\, emphasizing physiology\, immunology and microbiology. Additionally\, this Symposium will review the latest advances in the field of digestive physiology of pigs\, providing the basis for future research. We have an impressive roster of invited speakers\, representing France\, Scotland\, Denmark\, The Netherlands\, Canada and the U.S. An exciting Pre-Conference Symposium will be held during the afternoon of May 29th with the theme of gut chemosensing. We look forward to seeing you at DPP2012. Dr. Merlin Lindemann University of Kentucky Co-Chair Dr. John Patience Iowa State University Co-Chair   TUESDAY\, May 29 DPP Announces Pre-Conference Symposium Gut Chemosensing: Integrating nutrition\, gut function and metabolism in pigs. (Sponsored by Lucta S.A.) Abstract Submission Deadline February 23\, 2012 Early Registration Deadline February 24\, 2012 Registration for Authors Deadline April 6\, 2012 Manuscripts Deadline April 23\, 2012 Keystone Resort and Conference Center Click here for more information Welcome Lucta as a Platinum Sponsor! Welcome Diamond V as a Bronze Sponsor! Welcome Jefo as a Gold Sponsor! Welcome Nutriad as a Bronze Sponsor! Digestive Physiology of Pigs • 1800 South Oak St. Suite 100 • Champaign IL 61820-6974 Phone (217)356-3182 • Fax (217)398-4119 • Email: dppigs@assochq.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/digestive-physiology-of-pig-12th-international-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120317 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120110T071246 LAST-MODIFIED:20120110T071246 UID:25351@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oklahoma Pork Congress 2012 DESCRIPTION: The date is set\, the venue and speaker are scheduled and the Sheraton is awaiting your call for reservations. So make your plans now to join in the conversation at the annual Oklahoma Pork Congress on Friday\, March 16\, 2012 at the Sheraton Midwest City Hotel at the Reed Conference Center. Complete the online registration at the bottom of the page to ensure proper preparations are made. Make your reservations online at http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/okpork12. The tentative agenda is as follows: 9 – 10 a.m.                Registration 10 – 11:15                  Update on State and National Issues and Programs                                      OPC/NPB/NPPC 11:15 – Noon           Promoting Oklahoma’s pork industry                     Schnake Turnbo Frank | PR 12:15 p.m.                 Luncheon honoring the Oklahoma Environmental Steward Award winner 2 p.m.                         Legislative Update                                     McSpadden and Associates 3 p.m.                         OPC Annual Business Meeting 4 p.m.                         With Vision\, There is Hope                                      Keynote address by Bruce Vincent 5 p.m.                         Reception and Silent Auction 6:15                            OPC Awards Banquet 8 p.m.                         Live Auction Bruce Vincent In a presentation that brings audiences laughter\, tears\, and a cultural call to action\, Bruce advises that the future of Agriculture is going to be defined and defended by someone‘s visionary leadership. A third generation logger\, Bruce shares firsthand knowledge of how the timber industry spent enormous resources fighting and wasted years of opportunity by not leading the charge to implement their own vision of forestry in America. It is time for change – and change will be our friend. America is ready for a new vision of conservation and environmental stewardship that is based upon hope instead of fear. In order to share this vision we must first reintroduce the American consumer to the processes and the people of production and then lead – not just fight – the discussion over our environment. Those who work at the ground level in implementing society‘s framework for protecting the environment are positioned at the leading edge of the changes and challenges of this discussion. That edge provides exciting opportunities and hope. Bruce Vincent is a third generation logger from Libby\, Montana. Bruce helped form and is currently serving as President of Communities For A Great Northwest\, Executive Director of Provider Pals and is co-owner of Environomics. Bruce speaks throughout the United States and the world\, has testifie on resource issues before Congress and has appeared on several news programs such as “60 Minutes”. Bruce has been named Timberman of the Year in Montana\, National Forest Activist of the Year\, the Agri-Women’s 2007 Veritas Award Winner\, and in 2004 received the inaugural Presidential Preserve America Award from President Bush. Bruce has been married to his wife Patti Jo for 35 years and has four children\, two sons-in-law\, one daughter-in-law\, and six grandchildren. His current activities represent a family commitment to responsible environmentalism. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oklahoma-pork-congress-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120228 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120103T072233 LAST-MODIFIED:20120103T072233 UID:25003@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Livestock, Forage and Grain Forum DESCRIPTION: Monday\, February 27\, 2012 JW Marriott Indianapolis\, IN COMPLETE AGENDA  EXHIBITOR INFORMATION DRIVING AND PARKING INFORMATION  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR 2012 FORUM For the third year\, Indiana’s agriculture industry will gather together for the Indiana Livestock\, Forage and Grain Forum\, a one-day educational forum on Monday\, February 27\, 2012. The Indiana Soybean Alliance will sponsor the morning general session\, which will feature world renown speakers on environmental issues affecting Indiana’s grain and livestock farmers. Following lunch\, each participating organization will sponsor breakout sessions on topics of specific interest to each commodity. To listen to podcasts from the 2010 general session\, click here. Topics include: (coming soon) Mark your calendar for February 27\, 2012 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. Registration will open at 7:30 a.m.\, and the general session will begin at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast will be available in the morning. Cost to attend is $50 and pre-registration is required. The forum is brought to you by:  Indiana Soybean Alliance Indiana Beef Cattle Association Indiana Forage Council Indiana Professional Dairy Producers Milk Promotion Services of Indiana\, Inc. Indiana Pork Indiana Corn Marketing Council Indiana Horse Council Indiana Farm Bureau Indiana Board of Animal Health Purdue Extension Indiana State Department of Agriculture LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-livestock-forage-and-grain-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20120103T072016 LAST-MODIFIED:20120103T072016 UID:25000@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Taste of Elegance hosted by Indiana Pork DESCRIPTION: Taste of Elegance hosted by Indiana Pork Brought to you in partnership with Indiana Farm Bureau\, Indiana Soybean Alliance and Indiana Corn Marketing Council. When Tuesday\, February 7\, 2012 6:00 PM  -  8:30 PM Eastern Time Zone Where Indiana Roof Ballroom 140 W. Washington Street Indianapolis\, IN 46204 USA Attire Business Fees View Event Fees View Event Summary RSVP Friday\, January 27\, 2012 Please respond by clicking one of the buttons below LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/taste-of-elegance-hosted-by-indiana-pork/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120920 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111229T075817 LAST-MODIFIED:20111229T075817 UID:24916@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Nutrition Conference 2012 DESCRIPTION: 73rd Minnesota Nutrition Conference September 18-19\, 2012 (location to be determined) The Minnesota Nutrition Conference provides a forum for feed industry professionals to update their knowledge of beef\, dairy\, poultry\, swine and equine nutrition. Speakers from throughout North America bring the latest concepts in livestock feeding to the upper Midwest. Conference highlights include University of Minnesota Research Updates\, and sessions on Ruminant and Non-ruminant nutrition as well as a session on Equine nutrition. The 73rd Minnesota Nutrition Conference is scheduled for September 18 and 19\, 2012. The Minnesota Nutrition Conference is presented by: Department of Animal Science\, University of Minnesota University of Minnesota Extension For more information\, or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities\, please contact: Noah Litherland (612-624-6789)\, or John Goihl (800-322-0437) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-nutrition-conference-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120504 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111229T075419 LAST-MODIFIED:20111229T075419 UID:24914@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Meat Institute (AMI) Expo 2012 DESCRIPTION:The largest event for the meat\, poultry and seafood processing industries just got a lot bigger and even better... AMI Expo is co-locating with the FMI 2012 Show\, UFPA's United Fresh and the U.S. Food Showcase\, bringing together almost 1\,200 exhibitors and 25\,000 attendees in Dallas. AMI Expo always delivers quality education\, networking and innovative exhibits that draw the industry leaders you need to see. Now with our new partnership\, AMI packer processors have yet another compelling reason to attend AMI Expo: thousands of their retail customers in one place! View full exhibitor list. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO SAVE\, CONTACT: American Meat Institute 1150 Connecticut Avenue\, NW\, 12th Floor Washington\, DC 20036 Call Eric Zito\, 202.587.4223 Fax: 202.587.4300 Email: EZito@meatami.com   Call Allison Konczyk\, 202.587.4233 Fax: 202.587.4300 Email: AKonczyk@meatami.com To be added to the AMI Expo mailing list\, please provide us with your contact information.     Education/Conference: Marie D. Ternieden Vice President\, Education and Professional Development 202-587-4228 mternieden@meatami.com Press: Tonya R. Allen Manager\, Public Affairs 202-587-4221 tallen@meatami.com Membership: Eric Zito Manager\, Membership 202-587-4223 ezito@meatami.com Other AMI Convention Related Questions: Anne Halal Vice President\, Convention and Exposition Services 202-587-4230 ahalal@meatami.com Rosie Levine Manager\, Convention and Exposition Services 202-587-4242 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-meat-institute-ami-expo-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120119 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111229T074748 LAST-MODIFIED:20111229T074748 UID:24911@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Tennessee Pork Producers Annual Convention/Trade Show DESCRIPTION: Jan 17 - 18\, 2012 Tennessee Pork Producers Annual Convention/Trade Show Murfreesboro\, TN LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/tennessee-pork-producers-annual-conventiontrade-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120228 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120229 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111222T080211 LAST-MODIFIED:20111222T080536 UID:24793@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:KSU Swine Profitability Conference 2012 DESCRIPTION: Forum Hall K-State Union February 28\,2012 A great program has been lined up including presentations from Dr Gene Nemechek\, Tyson Foods; Kent Condray\, Clifton\, KS; Glynn Tonsor\, KSU; and Cindy Cunningham\, National Pork Board as well as a presentation on 'Humor for the Heart of Agriculture' from Damian Mason. Registration fee of $30 per participant is due by 25 January 2012. Swine Profitability Conference Brochure   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ksu-swine-profitability-conference-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120203 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111222T075903 LAST-MODIFIED:20111222T075903 UID:24790@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Manitoba Swine Seminar 2012 DESCRIPTION: Manitoba Swine Seminar 2012 February 1- 2nd. Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre Winnipeg\, Manitoba For more information\, contact: Dallas Ballance\, Conference Manager Manitoba Swine Seminar 212-161 Stafford Street Winnipeg\, Manitoba R3M 2W9 Tel:  (204) 475-8585 Fax:  (204) 475-8200 E-mail: dallas@goodwinballance.ca Manitoba Swine Seminar LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/manitoba-swine-seminar-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120610 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120614 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111215T081637 LAST-MODIFIED:20111215T081637 UID:24550@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: 22nd IPVS Congress DESCRIPTION: June 10th to 13th\, 2012 in Jeju\, Korea — IPVS 2012 will be a meaningful congress for the reasons that the congress is coming back to Asia in 16 years and Korea is an important player in the ever-growing Asian swine market of feed\, pork and animal health products. We are devoting our utmost efforts to prepare for a most meaningful meeting\, and hope that we can follow in the footsteps of the successes of the previous congresses.  The theme of the congress will be  ‘Happy Pigs – Healthy People’. Please click here for more information. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/22nd-ipvs-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120130T080000 DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120131T170000 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111215T081022 LAST-MODIFIED:20111215T081314 UID:24548@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Colorado Pork Meeting, January 30-31 2011 DESCRIPTION: Colorado Pork Meeting\, January 30 2011 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/colorado-pork-meeting-january-30-31-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120106 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111208T083043 LAST-MODIFIED:20111208T083121 UID:24313@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Board Nominating Committee Meeting/Interviews January 4-5 2012 DESCRIPTION: Jan 4 - 5\, 2012 National Pork Board Nominating Committee Meeting/Interviews Kansas City\, MO LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-board-nominating-committee-meetinginterviews-january-4-5-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120215 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111201T081152 LAST-MODIFIED:20111201T081152 UID:24103@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Plan for Livestock Exporting 101, February 14, 2012 DESCRIPTION: Receive the tools needed to market animals abroad JEFFERSON CITY\, Mo. - The Livestock Exporters Association (LEA) will hold the "Livestock Exporting 101" seminar from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Tuesday\, Feb. 14\, in St. Charles\, Mo.\, in conjunction with the United States Livestock Genetics Export (USLGE) annual meeting.   Experienced exporters\, LEA members and industry affiliates interested in marketing livestock abroad can benefit from the day-long\, in-depth discussion of the export process. The seminar's program will encompass the entire procedure\, from rules and regulations to banking and marketing. Federal\, state and port representatives from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal Plant Health Inspection Services and Veterinary Services (USDA APHIS VS) will discuss their roles and give an overview of current rules\, regulations and negotiations with foreign governments. Other experts will cover shipping live animals on land\, through the air and over water\, banking and receiving payments from international clients\, insuring shipments and marketing animal genetics internationally.   "The seminar will show both the amount of planning and the people needed to make a successful shipment\, as well as the network you need in place to properly plan your shipment\," LEA President Tony Clayton said.   In addition to the program\, attendees can network with numerous vendors on display offering a wide range of services related to the exporting process.   Clayton encourages everyone with an interest in marketing livestock\, including seedstock producers and breeders\, veterinarians and freight providers\, to attend because 2011 was an unprecedented year for live animal exports and the future continues to look bright.   "With the growing population and demand for protein around the world\, livestock exports will only continue to grow\," Clayton said.   Advanced registration is available on the LEA website beginning Dec. 1. The cost of the seminar is $150 for LEA members and $200 for nonmembers. The registration fee includes all meals for the day. For more information regarding LEA and marketing livestock abroad or to register for the seminar visit the LEA website (www.livestockexporters-usa.com). About Livestock Exporters Association   Livestock Exporters Association (LEA) is comprised of the livestock exporters\, freight forwarders and service providers that export the majority of U.S. livestock nationwide. The association cooperates with­­­­­­­­­­ USDA APHIS VS to develop health and export agreements abroad\, while fostering relationships between exporters and a network of service providers. For more information on LEA visit www.livestockexporters-usa.com.   For more information contact: Tony Clayton\, LEA President tony@claytonagri-mktg.com 573.659.8560 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/plan-for-livestock-exporting-101-february-14-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111130T080122 LAST-MODIFIED:20111130T080406 UID:24053@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Ohio Pork Congress - Feb. 7-8, 2012 DESCRIPTION: Ohio Pork Congres - Feb. 7-8\, 2012 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ohio-pork-congres-feb-7-8-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME: DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111130T073742 LAST-MODIFIED:20120629T154234 UID:24045@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:22nd Annual Swine Health and Production Conference, August 28th 2012 DESCRIPTION:Download The Complete Event Brochure August 28\, 2012 (Tue) Western Illinois University\, Macomb\, Illinois Carthage Veterinary Service\, Ltd. Carthage Veterinary Service\, Ltd. PO Box 220 Carthage\, IL 62321Tel.: 217-357-2811 Fax: 217-357-6665 Email: info@hogvet.com Web: http://www.hogvet.com/conf-overview.htm LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/22nd-annual-swine-health-and-production-conference-august-28th-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120330 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111124T074920 LAST-MODIFIED:20111124T075223 UID:23899@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:London Swine Conference, March 28-29 2012 DESCRIPTION: [ Home ] [ Conference Program ] [ Featured Speakers ] [ Registration Information ] [ Travel & Hotel Information ] [ Conference Proceedings ] [ Sponsors ] [ Promotion ] NEW! Podcasts from 2011 Conference by OMAFRA   Conference Objectives To provide a platform to accelerate the implementation of new technologies in commercial pork production in Ontario. To facilitate the exchange of ideas within the swine industry. Conference Committee 2012 The London Swine Conference is a technology transfer conference coordinated by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs\, Ontario Pork\, Ontario Pork Industry Council and University of Guelph.Members of the Conference Committee are: Ed Barrie\, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs Stewart Cressman\, Ontario Pork Kees de Lange\, University of Guelph Bob Friendship\, University of Guelph Lori Moser\, Ontario Pork Industry Council Doug Richards\, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs Keith Robbins\, Ontario Pork Greg Simpson\, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs Jaydee Smith\, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs Conference Contacts Chair - Stewart Cressman Vice Chair - Jaydee Smith Program Chair - Greg Simpson Sponsorship Coordinator - Deb Campbell Program Coordinator - Bev DeVries Registration Coordinator - Linda Dillon For More Information E-mail: London Swine Conference Phone: (519) 482-3333 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/london-swine-conference-march-28-29-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111211 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111124T074021 LAST-MODIFIED:20111124T074212 UID:23897@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:South Dakota Pork Producers Council Board Meeting - Office, December 10th 2011 DESCRIPTION: South Dakota Pork Producers Council Board Meeting - Office\, December 10th 2011 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/south-dakota-pork-producers-council-board-meeting-office-december-10th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120330 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111121T081250 LAST-MODIFIED:20111121T081250 UID:23628@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alberta Pork Congress, March 28-29 2012 DESCRIPTION:  Alberta Pork Congress "Almost Famous BBQ" Join us for the best BBQ pork chops around! ¦ More... Alberta Pork Congress Annual Awards Dinner Join us in recognizing deserving individuals in the pork industry ¦ More...   Alberta Pork Congress Westerner Park | Red Deer\, Alberta Exhibitors Attend Western Canada's largest pork industry tradeshow to showcase your products and services\, strengthen existing relationships and build new ones with plenty of networking opportunities. Pork Producers Join us for the 38th Annual Tradeshow and social events to learn more about the latest products and services and connect with your suppliers. Tradeshow The 38th Annual Alberta Pork Congress will be held in Red Deer\, Alberta on March 28 and 29\, 2012. We are Western Canada's largest and longest running tradeshow and we invite you to be part of it. Join over 120 exhibitors in more than 200 booths. Tuesday\, March 27\, 2012 6:00am - 6:00pm Exhibitor Move-in - Westerner Park 6:00pm - 9:00pm Swine & Cheese - Westerner Park Wednesday\, March 28\, 2012 9:00am - 4:30pm Tradeshow Hours - Westerner Park 5:30pm - 6:00pm Awards Banquet Reception - TBD 6:00pm Awards Banquet Dinner and Industry Awards - TBD Thursday\, March 29\, 2012 9:00am - 4:00pm Tradeshow Hours - Westerner Park 4:00pm - 7:00pm Barbeque - Westerner Park LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alberta-pork-congress-march-28-29-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120218 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111121T072709 LAST-MODIFIED:20111121T072709 UID:23596@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Symposium on the future of global food and agriculture in Champaign, Ill., on Feb. 17, 2012. DESCRIPTION: Mark your calendars for a must-see event! The University of Illinois College of ACES and College of Media are hosting a symposium on the future of global food and agriculture in Champaign\, Ill.\, on Feb. 17\, 2012. This event also marks the 50th anniversary of the Agricultural Communications program at the University of Illinois. It will bring together professionals who are interested in food security topics. Speakers include: • International business leaders • Representatives from NGOs such as the Environmental Working Group\, International Food Information Council\, and the US Farmers and Ranchers Alliance • Journalists from the Wall Street Journal along with regional and trade publications • Leading communications academics from California\, Colorado\, Kansas\, Florida and Illinois • And many more! Registration will open the first week of December. More information coming soon! Save the Date! Food & Agricultural Communications: The Next Frontier Date: Friday\, February 17\, 2012 Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.\, followed by the gala Location: I Hotel in Champaign\, Illinois For more information\, call 217-333-9355 or email acesadvancement@illinois.edu. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/symposium-on-the-future-of-global-food-and-agriculture-in-champaign-ill-on-feb-17-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111117T075510 LAST-MODIFIED:20111117T075510 UID:23488@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Kansas City Taste of Elegance, February 21st 2012 DESCRIPTION: Kansas City Taste of Elegance\, February 21st 2012 Location: Kansas City\, Missouri LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/kansas-city-taste-of-elegance-february-21st-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120304 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111117T075311 LAST-MODIFIED:20111117T075311 UID:23486@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Industry Forum, March 1-3 2012 DESCRIPTION:March 1-3\, 2012 Hyatt Regency Denver Convention Center Denver\, CO  80202 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-industry-forum-march-1-3-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111205 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111117T074937 LAST-MODIFIED:20111117T074937 UID:23483@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Livestock Symposium, December 2-4 2011 DESCRIPTION:  2011 Missouri Livestock Symposium Schedule & Speakers Updated often\, be sure to check back frequently! 2011 MLS Schedule in printer friendly pdf Get Adobe here    Friday\, December 2\, 2011 Trade Show Doors Open ~ 4 pm 6 pm Free Co-sponsored Beef Dinner 7:00 Welcomes ~ Andy Jackson\, Missouri Livestock Symposium Committee Member and Friday Evening M.C. and Mr. Pat Williams\, Superintendent\, Kirksville R-III School District ~*~ Special Remembrance (MLS Committee Member Jerry Whittom) ~*~ 7:05 Patriotic Tribute ~ Audra Jackson\, LaPlata\, Missouri link 7:10 Welcomes Dr. Jon Hagler\, Director\, Missouri Department of Agriculture link Dr. Rod Geisert\, Director\, Division of Animal Sciences\, University of Missouri-Columbia link Karen Brinkman\, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service link John Kleiboeker\, Executive Director\, Missouri Beef Industry Council link 7:35 Recognition of Important Guests 7:40 Classic Tractors Contest Winners Announced 7:45 Agriculture Educators Lifetime Achievement Award: TBD 8:00 pm Presentation of Northeast Missouri Livestock Person of the Year Award: Mr. Bob Perry\, Bethel\, MO link Keynote Speaker 8:15 pm Food Fights ~ Mike Adams\, Host of AgriTalk  link Saturday\, December 3\, 2011 Trade Show is Open 8 am ~ 5 pm BEEF CATTLE (Combined Beef Cattle and Forages Sessions in the Morning) Facilitator: Dr. Rod Geisert\, Director\, Division of Animal Sciences\, University of Missouri link 9 am  Ranching for Profit: Working on the Business ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link     10 Ranching for Profit: 3 Secrets to Profits ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link  11 Ranching for Profit: Knowing What the Numbers Mean ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 12 pm  Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Feed Costs\, Feed Efficiency\, and Profit ~ Dr. Justin Sexton\, Beef Cattle Feeding Specialist\, University of Missouri\, Columbia\, MO link 3 - 4 pm Expert Beef Cattle Panel: The Latest on Beef Cattle Health\, Feeding and Management ~ Moderator Dr. Jon Hagler\, Director Missouri Department of Agriculture link **Panel Members to be announced soon. Please check back. 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos equine Facilitator: Emily Costello\, Lecturer Equine Science and Equestrian Coach\, Truman State University link 9 - 11 am Update on Horse Wound Care ~ Dr. Ted Stashak\, DVM\, Santa Rosa\, CA link      11 Expert Horse Panel ~ Moderator Dr. Jon Hagler\, Director Missouri Department of Agriculture link  **Panel Members to be announced soon. Please check back. 12 pm  Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Expert Horse Panel ~ Moderator Dr. Jon Hagler\, Director Missouri Department of Agriculture link  **Panel Members to be announced soon. Please check back. 3 Standing While Mounting ~ Van Hargis\, Sulfur Springs\, TX - The Horseman with a Message  link 4 pm Bit by Bit (Bit Education) ~ Van Hargis\, Sulfur Springs\, TX - The Horseman with a Message link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Sheep Facilitator: Dr. Beth Walker\, Missouri State University\, Springfield\, MO link 9 am Important Parasites in Sheep ~ Dr. T.A. Yazwinski\, University of Arkansas link 10 Controlling Worms in Sheep ~Dr. T.A. Yazwinski\, University of Arkansas link 11 Breeding Better Sheep ~ Dr. Robert Fielder DVM\, Veterinarian and Producer\, MacArthur\, CA link 12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Hoof Health and Management ~ Susan Schoenian\, University of Maryland link 3 Choosing the Correct Antibiotics When Treating Sheep ~ Dr. Robert Fielder DVM\, Veterinarian and Producer\, MacArthur\, CA link 4 pm Reducing Feed Costs~ Susan Schoenian\, University of Maryland link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos MEAT Goats Facilitator: Dr. Charlotte Clifford-Rathert\, State Small Ruminant Extension Specialist\, Lincoln University link 9 am Hoof Health and Management ~ Susan Schoenian\, University of Maryland link 10 Breeding Better Goats ~ Dr. Robert Fielder DVM\, Veterinarian and Producer\, MacArthur\, CA link 11 Important Parasites in Goats ~ Dr. T.A. Yazwinski\, University of Arkansas link 12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Controlling Worms in Goats ~ Dr. T.A. Yazwinski\, University of Arkansas link 3 Choosing the Correct Antibiotics When Treating Meat Goats ~ Dr. Robert Fielder DVM\, Veterinarian and Producer\, MacArthur\, CA link 4 pm Reducing Feed Costs ~ Susan Schoenian\, University of Maryland link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Forages (Combined Forages and Beef Cattle Sessions in the morning) Facilitators: AM: Dr. Rod Geisert\, Director\, Division of Animal Sciences\, University of Missouri-Columbia link                       PM: Zac Erwin\, University of Missouri\, Regional Livestock Specialist\, Lewis County link 9 am Ranching for Profit: 3 Secrets to Profits ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 10 Ranching for Profit: Working on the Business ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 11 Ranching for Profit: Knowing What the Numbers Mean ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Ranching for Profit: Hard Work and Harmony ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 3 Ranching for Profit: Wealthy on the Balance Sheet\, Broke at the Bank ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 4 pm Ranching for Profit: Questions and Answers ~ Dave Pratt\, Ranch Management Consultants\, Inc.\, Fairfield\, CA link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Stock Dogs (AM) ~ Meat cutting and Cooking (PM) Facilitator: Darla Campbell\, Agriculture Business Specialist\, University of Missouri Extension link 9 am Stock Dog Training - It's Not Rocket Science ~ Lyle East\, Clinton MO 10 Speaking the Language ~ Lyle East\, Clinton\, MO 11 Pups Versus Started Dogs ~ Lyle East\, Clinton\, MO 12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2-4 New Beef Cuts and Cutting Demonstration ~ Bridget Wasser\, Director\, Product Enhancement Research\, National Cattlemen's Beef Association\, Denver\, CO link 4 pm America's Pork  ~ Rob Christine\, State Relationship Manager\, Missouri Pork Association link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Around the home & farm Facilitators: Tom Fuhrman\, University of Missouri\, link; Grant Phillips\, USDA/NRCS link; John Hoehne\, University of Missouri link 9-11 am Livestock and Farm Protection ~ Lieutenant Phil Gregory\, Division of Drug and Crime Patrol\, Missouri Highway Patrol\, Jefferson City\, MO link 11 Tornado Safety and Emergency Management ~ Connie Burnham\, Specialist Emergency Management\, University of Missouri Extension link     12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 Backyard Poultry Production and Management ~ Jesse Lyons\, Extension Associate Poultry Specialist\, University of Missouri link 3 Grant Monies to Upgrade Farmstead Energy Efficiencies ~ Joe Kendrick\, Extension Associate\, University of Missouri Extension link        4 pm Visit the Trade Show 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Around the home and Farm Facilitator: Jennifer Mayfield\, Nutrition Health and Education Specialist\, Northeast Region\, University of Missouri Extension link 9 am Missouri Farmers Care Program ~ Whitney Wallace\, Missouri Pork Association link 10 The Science Behind the Art of Food ~ Dr. Melanie Grand\, Assistant Professor\, Missouri State University\, Springfield\, MO link 11 Exploring 110 Years of Food/Beverage Trends in the United States ~ Dr. Melanie Grand\, Assistant Professor\, Missouri State University\, Springfield\, MO link 12 pm Governors Style Luncheon ~ Co-sponsored by Missouri Department of Agriculture and Missouri's finest commodity groups and organizations! 2 10 Foods/Beverages which have Changed the History of the World ~ Dr. Melanie Grand\, Assistant Professor\, Missouri State University\, Springfield\, MO link 3 - 4 pm Floral Arranging: Take Home a Holiday Floral Arrangement ~ Jennifer Schutter\, Regional Horticulture Specialist\, University of Missouri Extension\, Kirksville\, MO link 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos Saturday Evening Entertainment 7:30 pm Becky Blackaby ~ Becky Blackaby Web Site or her MySpace Page to see her videos LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-livestock-symposium-december-2-4-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120124 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111114T083628 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T083628 UID:23342@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine Webinar Series No 12 - Reproduction - Dr. Rob Knox. January 23rd 2012 DESCRIPTION: Jan 23\, 2012 Sponsored By: University of Illinois\, Department of Animal Sciences\, Champaign-Urbana 12 Webinar Swine Series To Register Click On The Online Website At The Bottom Of The Page Swine Webinar Series No 1 - Monday\, February 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Rob Knox - Reproduction - Gilt Induciton of Puberty. Swine Webinar Series No 2 - Monday\, March 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Sherrie Clark - Reproduction - Semen Collection for Fertility. Swine Webinar Series No 3 - Monday\, April 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Jim Pettigrew - Industry - Antibiotic Policies What's Coming. Swine Webinar Series No 4 - Monday\, May 23rd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Larry Firkins - Industry - Foreign Disease Watch. Swine Webinar Series No 5 - Monday\, June 27th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Ted Funk - Facilities - Ventilation Management. Swine Webinar Series No 6 - Monday\, July 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Mike Ellis - Grow Finish - Optimizing Management and Marketing of Finishing Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 7 - Monday\, August 22nd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Hans Stein - Grow Finish - Managing Weaning Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 8 - Monday\, September 26th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Janeen Salak-Johnson - Facilities - Managing Photoperiod in the Environment of Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 9 - Monday\, October 24th\, 2011. Speaker - Mr. Randy Fonner - Management - Composting Mortalities. Swine Webinar Series No 10 - Monday\, November 28th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Animal Housing Issues. Swine Webinar Series No 11 - Monday\, December 19th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Issues Involving 30 Pigs/Sow/Year. Swine Webinar Series No 12 - Monday\, January 23\, 2012. Speaker - Dr. Robert Knox - Reproduction - Methods to Optimize Estrus Detection. SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   Contact Person: Rob Knox E-mail: rknox@illinois.edu Related Web Page: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/swinewebinar/ Attached Files: Pro Brochure Swine Seminar12.pdf Prog Info Swine Seminar11.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-webinar-series-no-12-reproduction-dr-rob-knox-january-23rd-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111220 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111114T083411 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T083411 UID:23340@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine Webinar Series No 11 - Industry - Panel Discussion, December 19th 2011 DESCRIPTION: Sponsored By: University of Illinois\, Department of Animal Sciences\, Champaign-Urbana 12 Webinar Swine Series To Register Click On The Online Website At The Bottom Of The Page Swine Webinar Series No 1 - Monday\, February 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Rob Knox - Reproduction - Gilt Induciton of Puberty. Swine Webinar Series No 2 - Monday\, March 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Sherrie Clark - Reproduction - Semen Collection for Fertility. Swine Webinar Series No 3 - Monday\, April 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Jim Pettigrew - Industry - Antibiotic Policies What's Coming. Swine Webinar Series No 4 - Monday\, May 23rd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Larry Firkins - Industry - Foreign Disease Watch. Swine Webinar Series No 5 - Monday\, June 27th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Ted Funk - Facilities - Ventilation Management. Swine Webinar Series No 6 - Monday\, July 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Mike Ellis - Grow Finish - Optimizing Management and Marketing of Finishing Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 7 - Monday\, August 22nd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Hans Stein - Grow Finish - Managing Weaning Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 8 - Monday\, September 26th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Janeen Salak-Johnson - Facilities - Managing Photoperiod in the Environment of Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 9 - Monday\, October 24th\, 2011. Speaker - Mr. Randy Fonner - Management - Composting Mortalities. Swine Webinar Series No 10 - Monday\, November 28th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Animal Housing Issues. Swine Webinar Series No 11 - Monday\, December 19th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Issues Involving 30 Pigs/Sow/Year. Swine Webinar Series No 12 - Monday\, January 23\, 2012. Speaker - Dr. Robert Knox - Reproduction - Methods to Optimize Estrus Detection. SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   Contact Person: Rob Knox E-mail: rknox@illinois.edu Related Web Page: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/swinewebinar/ Attached Files: Pro Brochure Swine Seminar11.pdf Prog Info Swine Seminar10.pdf LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-webinar-series-no-11-industry-panel-discussion-december-19th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120127 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111114T073945 LAST-MODIFIED:20111114T073945 UID:23319@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:The Michigan Ag Commodities Educational Expo will take place on Jan. 26, 2012, at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Mich. DESCRIPTION: East Lansing\, Mich. – Whether you’re talking about the weather or government regulations\, agriculture’s changing climate continues to challenge Michigan farmers. That’s why Michigan State University (MSU) Extension is bringing farmers and agriculture professionals with interests in various\, major agricultural commodities together to learn more about the changes on the horizon. The Michigan Ag Commodities Educational Expo will take place on Jan. 26\, 2012\, at the Lansing Center in Lansing\, Mich. “We are looking forward to having knowledgeable speakers presenting to such a diverse agriculture audience\,” said Dale Rozeboom\, MSU professor and MSU Extension specialist. “So often we have great speakers at our individual winter commodity meetings. This expo allows people from all ag sectors to come together in one setting\, hear the very best speakers and get the latest information on a variety of important topics.” At the expo\, MSU economists and MSU Extension specialists Jim Hilker and Chris Wolf will be discussing market outlook for grains\, meat\, milk\, hay and eggs. Hilker and Wolf\, who also have MSU AgBioResearch funding\, have previously been speakers at MSU agricultural economics events. The two professors will be explaining the key factors affecting the future of agriculture. Kurt Thelen\, MSU professor and MSU AgBioResearch scientist\, will lead a producer panel in a discussion of lessons learned from the 2011 planting season. Thelen has conducted research at MSU on the quality of various bioenergy resources and has published articles explaining how biofuels are safer for our environment than traditional fuel sources. Sally Shaver\, a former employee of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) who worked at the agency for more than 30 years\, will talk about the impact new air regulations may have on food prices and farm incomes. Shaver has spoken on numerous occasions regarding new EPA policies. Representatives of Sen. Debbie Stabenow will be discussing the new federal farm bill\, which provides funding to farmers. Curtis Talley\, MSU Extension educator\, will draw from real-world experiences to explain all of the negotiations and calculations that go into oil and gas leasing. “We hope to provide those who attend with critical information to help prepare for years to come\,” said Rozeboom. “It can be easy to focus on immediate production practices\, but with the expo\, we want to have a venue where Michigan agriculture gets a view from the mountaintop and together evaluates broad perspectives: economic\, governmental\, environmental\, nutritional and social strategies for the future. If we stay aware of what is coming\, then we will able to be able to make smoother transitions in our business plans.” The presentations will be beneficial for agriculture decision makers including owners of Michigan farms\, business consultants for farms and farm executives. These agriculture professionals will gain insight on the future of the agriculture industry\, including business management\, reducing carbon footprint and more. The Michigan Ag Commodity Educational Expo takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The registration fee is $75. You can register electronically by visiting http://bit.ly/MACEE\, or you can register by contacting Megghan Honke at honkemeg@msu.edu or 517-353-3175\, ext. 229. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/the-michigan-ag-commodities-educational-expo-will-take-place-on-jan-26-2012-at-the-lansing-center-in-lansing-mich/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111110T080713 LAST-MODIFIED:20111110T080713 UID:23249@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Livestock Philippines 2011 Expo & Conference, December 6-8 2011 DESCRIPTION:This is the Philippines' first international feed\, livestock and meat industry show\, according to organizer\, AMB Events. Feed producer is ready to benefit from this growth and feed millers/mixers need to source for more efficient production technology and improve feed formulation. LIVESTOCK PHILIPPINES 2011 is where the latest technology\, products and services for the feed\, livestock and meat processing industry will be showcased. Over 5\,000 farmers\, feed millers\, veterinarians and processors will join over 200 exhibitors from 23 countries in what will be the biggest industry gathering in the Philippines. "Big Dutchman is pleased to be a part of this professional industry event where we will introduce some of the latest farming system for egg\, poultry and pig production. We look forward to working with farmers to raising both productivity and efficiency." br> Mr Jan Hofstede Big Dutchman Asia Sdn Bhd Livestock Philippines 2011 will be held concurrently with the Philippines Livestock Industry Conference where over 300 delegates and industry players will meet to discuss key issues in increasing feed production\, animal disease control\, effective animal health management\, modern farming system and future trends of the livestock industry and its impact in the region. br> AMB Events is one of the largest international trade exhibitions and conferences organisers in the region. The company organises leading tradeshows and conferences/seminars in key industry sectors in Indonesia\, Malaysia\, Vietnam and Cambodia. The trade shows include LIVESTOCK ASIA Expo\, VIETSTOCK Expo and its sister event INDO LIVESTOCK Expo. Every year\, the Group serves over 1\,500 exhibitors and networking them with over 50\,000 buyers. For more information on Livestock Philippines 2011 Expo\, please contact Ms. Michelle or Mr. Darren at (603) 40454993 mha@ambexpo.com or darren@ambexpo.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/livestock-philippines-2011-expo-conference-december-6-8-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111103T065958 LAST-MODIFIED:20111103T065958 UID:23021@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus - Minnesota Pork, February 8th 2012: 10 a.m.-noon DESCRIPTION:PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1-3:30 p.m. West Central Reserch and Outreach Center 46352 State Highway 329\, Morris Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-minnesota-pork-february-8th-2012-10-a-m-noon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111210 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111103T065616 LAST-MODIFIED:20111103T065616 UID:23019@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:IPPA Board of Directors, December 9th 2011 DESCRIPTION: WhenFri\, 9 December\, 09:00 – 15:00 WhereIPPA\, Clive (map) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ippa-board-of-directors-december-9th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120326 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111027T070010 LAST-MODIFIED:20111027T070010 UID:22803@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:South Dakota's 2012 Taste of Elegance will be held on Sunday, March 25th 2012 DESCRIPTION: Mark your calendars the 2012 Taste of Elegance tickets will go on SALE on January 1\, 2012! South Dakota's 2012 Taste of Elegance will be held on Sunday\, March 25th at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. The Taste of Elegance is a culinary competition designed to inspire innovative and exciting ways to menu pork. 14 South Dakota chefs competed for a $1\,000 cash prize sponsored by Alpharma and the opportunity to attend the Pork Summit that will be held in St. Helena\, California in the Napa Valley Culinary Institute of America's Greystone Campus. The winning chef will have the opportunity to spend the weekend with five Celebrated Chefs\, Jose Garces\, Paul Kahan\, Chris Lilly\, Tom Pizzica and Robert Danhi. They'll experience butchering and cooking demonstrations and work alongside the Celebrated Chefs in Greystone's world famous teaching kitchens.  The Pork Summit will be held on April 29 - May 1\, 2011. The Taste of Elegance not only provides an elegant occasion to highlight the increasing popularity of pork on America's menus\, but it also helps strengthen chefs' preference for pork as a flavorful and versatile meat. South Dakota's 2011 Taste of Elegance was held on March 27\, 20111 in the Grand Ballroom of the South Falls Convention Center. 2011 Winners 1st Place Award ~ Chef Daniel Myers of Crawford's; Sioux Falls 2nd Place Award ~  Chef Jonathan Ricks of Sanford USD Medical Center; Sioux Falls 3rd Place Award ~ Chef Ryan Schiebout of Minnehaha County Club;  Sioux Falls People's Choice Award ~ Chef Kip Pharis\, Chef Jesse Schunneman & Chef Jesse Davis of BraVo's!; Brookings People's Choice Runner-Up ~ Chef Glenda Odegaard & Chef Jason Odegaard of Countryview Catering; Lake Preston Display Award ~ Chef Ryan Schiebout of Minnehaha County Club; Sioux Falls Sponsors of this event are: South Dakota Pork Producers Council\, National Pork Board\, John Morrell & Co.\, South Dakota Soybean Research & Promotion Council\, Alpharma\, Institutions Services Inc.\, Preferred Printing\, First Dakota National Bank\, Great Western Bank\, Ag United for South Dakota\, South Dakota Corn Utilization Council\, Dimock Dairy\, Oh My Cupcakes!\, Campbell's Supply; Strawbale Winery; and Schade' Vineyard & Winery. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/south-dakotas-2012-taste-of-elegance-will-be-held-on-sunday-march-25th-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111119 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111025T065921 LAST-MODIFIED:20111025T065921 UID:22669@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Employee Management Conference Nov. 17-18 DESCRIPTION: Employee Management Conference Nov. 17-18 National Pork Board hosted event in Des Moines LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/employee-management-conference-nov-17-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111020T073215 LAST-MODIFIED:20111020T073215 UID:22519@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Annual Meat Conference February 19-21 2012 DESCRIPTION: Annual Meat Conference 2012 starts from 19 Feb 2012 to 21 Feb 2012， is held by American Meat Institute (AMI)， in Rosen Shingle Creek\,Orlando of United States. Here you will find all information about Annual Meat Conference 2012\, such as open hours\, venue\, visitors\, attendees\, etc. What’s more\, you have the opportunity to get cheap trade show giveaways. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/annual-meat-conference-february-19-21-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120224 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111020T072839 LAST-MODIFIED:20111020T072839 UID:22516@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Michigan Pork Expo and Taste of Elegance, February 23rd 2011 DESCRIPTION: Professional Pork Producers Symposium\, Lansing Center\, Lansing LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/michigan-pork-expo-and-taste-of-elegance-february-23rd-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120210 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111020T072452 LAST-MODIFIED:20111020T072640 UID:22512@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Missouri Pork Expo, February 8-9 2012 DESCRIPTION: February 8-9\, 2012 Holiday Inn Select Executive Center 2200 I-70 Drive\, S.W. Columbia\, Missouri (573) 445-8531 Group Rate:  $84.95 (single/double)   Reservations must be made by January 24\, 2012 to receive the group rate. When making reservations\, please inform the hotel staff that you are with the Missouri Pork Expo. Costs: Expo Registration (2-8-12) - $10 MPA members get in FREE\, Includes FREE lunch and admittance into Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning producer education sessions Non-Exhibiting Supplier Registration (2-8-12) - $50   Companies who do not produce hogs and send representatives to the Missouri Pork Expo to conduct business without purchasing a booth in the company's name must pay $50 per person. Pork Industry Banquet (2-8-12) - $35 $30 if purchased prior to the Expo. Pork Leadership Breakfast (2-9-12) - $60 $50 if purchased prior to the Expo.   Exhibitor Information: To exhibit at the Expo Trade Show\, you must complete an Exhibitor Contract and return to the Missouri Pork Association. One 8' x 10' booth is $450. Cost is $400 if returned prior to November 4\, 2011. Links to all associated forms are below. Each document is in pdf format. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. If you do not have this program\, visit http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html to download the FREE version. 2012 Expo Exhibitor Contract 2012 Expo Trade Show Floor Layout 2012 Pork PAC Fundraising Auction Donation Form   Tentative Schedule of Events: Tuesday \, February 7\, 2012 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trade Show Set-Up     Wednesday \, February 8\, 2012 7:00 am - 7:45 am Trade Show Set-Up 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Open - Sponsored by Hospitality Open - Sponsored by MFA Incorporated Trade Show Open 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Silent Auction Room Open 9:00 am In the Show Ring - Sponsored by 9:30 am - 10:30 pm Global Markets\, Domestic Impact - Sponsored by Land O' Lakes Purina Feed LLC Joseph Kerns - International Agribusiness Group LLC No cost to attend with paid Trade Show admittance 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Swine Advisory Committee Meeting 10:00 am - 12:00 pm FFA Pork Speaking Contest Finals - Sponsored by MFA Incorporated and Alltech 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Expo Barbecue - Sponsored by 12:00 pm Freedom to Operate Rally 1:00 pm - 3:45 pm In the Show Ring Session - Off site - Sponsored by 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Missouri Nuisance Litigation: How it Can Impact You Moderator - Don Nikodim\, Missouri Pork Association Jean Paul Bradshaw\, Lathrop & Gage Brian Griffith\, MFA Incorporated 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm Trade Show Cash Bar - Beer and soda sponsored by 4:00 pm Silent Auction Closes 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Trade Show Tear Down 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Reception 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Pork Industry Banquet - Sponsored by Missouri Wine Tasting - Sponsored by $35 per person ($30 if purchased prior to February 8) - must have ticket to attend 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pork Industry Fundraising Auction Auctioneer - Tony Clayton\, Clayton Agri-Marketing\, Inc.     In the Show Ring Agenda for February 8\, 2012 Youths attending the entire session will receive Show Me Quality Assurance certification/recertification. TBD     Thursday \, February 9\, 2012 8:00 am - 10:00 am Pork Leadership Breakfast - Sponsored by Keynote Speaker - To Be Determined $60 per person ($50 if purchased prior to February 8) - must have ticket to attend 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Hot Topics - University of Missouri Commercial Agriculture ProgramNo cost to attend with paid Trade Show admittance or Pork Leadership Breakfast 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm MPA Board Meeting and Lunch Keynote Speaker - To be determined     Thanks to our outstanding supporters who are sponsoring events at this year's Expo!       View scenes from the 2011 Missouri Pork Expo. For more information\, or to exhibit at the trade show\, please contact: Diane Slater Director of Communications Missouri Pork Association (573) 445-8375 diane@mopork.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/missouri-pork-expo-february-8-9-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111210 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111020T071106 LAST-MODIFIED:20111020T071106 UID:22510@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Employee Managment Conference, December 8-9 2011 DESCRIPTION: Dec 8 - 9 Employee Managment Conference Raleigh\, NC LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/employee-managment-conference-december-8-9-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111112 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111020T070551 LAST-MODIFIED:20111020T070551 UID:22505@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Executive Pork Producers Program, November 10th-11th 20111 DESCRIPTION:Certificate in Business Management November 2011 through May 2013 Early registration deadline EXTENDED through July 24. Register by July 5\, 2011\, for a $500 discount! Professional Development That Makes a Difference The Executive Pork Producers Program builds on the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine's award-winning Executive Veterinary Program (EVP). EVP was developed in 1991 to enhance the business\, communication\, and planning skills of busy animal health professionals. Since that time top swine industry veterinarians from throughout North America have benefitted from the program. The Executive Pork Producers Program (EP3) addresses essential skills for excellence in swine business management. The objective of EP3 is to enhance the financial management\, leadership\, strategic thinking\, and problem-solving skills of leaders in the pork industry. Why EP3 at Illinois? The College of Veterinary Medicine at Illinois has a long history of developing cutting-edge educational programs that blend traditional academic training with real-world exposure to address current challenges in food production. Starting with the Integrated Food Animal Medicine Systems (IFAMS) program in the 1980s and continuing with the Executive Veterinary Program (EVP) in the 1990s\, Illinois has integrated scientific and business skill development into programs for key leaders in animal protein production. The Executive Pork Producers Program (EP3) is the next step in this effort to meet the needs of leaders in animal agriculture. EP3 is designed to build on the success of the nationally recognized Executive Veterinary Program in Swine Health Management\, which has graduated nearly 200 swine veterinarians who currently work with a large percentage of the pork producers in North America. EP3 was developed with input from our EVP graduates to give producers the opportunity for a focused\, intensive program that develops skills that can be used from day one. Program Organization EP3 is a comprehensive interdisciplinary certificate program distinct from many traditional educational programs. Ten interactive learning modules will be held every other month for two days each (Thursday and Friday). In the time between each module\, you will be expected to complete assigned work while applying the information in your workplace. Modules are organized sequentially to enhance the integration of the subject matter. The EP3 instructors are nationally recognized experts in the field\, from both academia and industry. Handouts\, readings\, and practical assignments for both individuals and groups will be assigned. Between modules there will be regular communication between the program participants\, instructors\, and program staff. Program Goals Participate in a unique educational experience while improving your business management and leadership skills. Enhance your decision making abilities by learning a critical set of business skills. Master the business principles utilized on a daily basis in the management of a production operation. Become a member of a network of swine production leaders that advances idea sharing and promotes dialogue on key issues facing the ever-changing pork industry. Program Modules Module 1 | November 10-11-2011 Great Manager Program -Establish strategies for maximizing talents -Understand the four keys to great management -Identify management styles to increase employee engagement -Complete Clifton StrengthsFinder individual strengths plan -Apply motivation\, recognition\, and rewards techniques Module 6 | September 6-7\, 2012 Production Economics: Decision Tools for a Competitive Edge -Incorporate risk into management strategies -Optimize profit -Generate and protect profit -Identify the drivers of profit -Utilize decision tools in real-world situations Module 2 | January 12-13\, 2012 Leadership of Winning Teams -Improve team performance through engagement -Apply performance assessment and conflict resolution techniques -Hold effective difficult conversations -Lead for change and innovatoin -Create a team-based environment Module 7 | November 8-9\, 2012 Financial Management: Understanding Capital Investments -Analyze financial statements -Understand the time value of money principles -Establish net present value and projected cash flows -Apply capital budgeting techniques -Develop financial business plans Module 3 | March 1-2\, 2012 Communication Techniques for Business Success -Build trust and working relationships -Establish team learning and dialogue -Define critical issues in communication -Create and sustain powerful conversations -Establish effective information flow Module 8 | January 10-11\, 2013 Building Efficient Production Systems -Understand LEAN management -Apply LEAN management -Match biological principles with the optimal production process -Measure efficiencies -Apply management practices Module 4 | May 10-11\, 2012 The Biology of Efficient Production -Understand the biology of the production process -Define optimal production efficiency -Recognize biological drivers of growing pigs -Apply biological principles to real world problems Module 9 | March 14-15\, 2013 Strategic Management of Successful Businesses -Understand the role of strategic management in achieving objectives -Evaluate resources and capabilities -Determine the drivers of a sustainable competitive advantage -Understand organizational\, management\, and strategic positioning -Strategically implement objectives Module 5 | July 12-13\, 2012 Measuring Success: Managerial Accounting Principles and Applications -Understand standard cost allocation -Analyze the finances of a business unit -Determine break even point through application of cost behavior -Use cost allocation for decision making -Measure and manage profit Module 10 | May 16-17\, 2013 Group Presentations and Graduation -Develop a business improvement plan solving a production challenge -Topics determined by groups -Integrate concepts utilized throughout the program -Project presentations and discussions -Banquet and certificate presentation Admission Requirements Enrollment is open to pork producers interested in increasing their business acumen and leadership skills. Technical Requirements A laptop with Microsoft Office 2007 products (wireless capability preferred); Access to Internet connection; and An easily-accessed email account. EP3 Coordinators Dr. Larry Firkins and Dr. Jim Lowe\, both graduates of the Executive Veterinary Program\, have spent their careers in the pork industry as veterinarians\, educators\, and business consultants. They bring a unique set of skills gained from working in and with some of the most progressive pork production companies in North America. Their work on swine health and management issues has resulted in serving the global swine industry in 20 countries. Dr. Firkins is a recognized leader for training veterinarians and livestock producers in human resource and leadership skills. Dr. Lowe's practical experience in teaching\, consulting\, and managing pork production systems brings a practical\, get-it-done perspective to today's business challenges. Together they have developed an educational program that reflects their diverse experiences to benefit pork producers in an increasingly competitive market. Lawrence D. Firkins\, DVM\, MS\, MBA Assistant Dean for Public Engagement University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine James F. Lowe\, DVM\, MS Visiting Clinical Instructor University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Module Dates EP3 will meet every other month for two days each (Thursday and Friday). All sessions will be held at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine campus in Urbana\, Ill. Module 1 November 10-11\, 2011 Module 2 January 12-13\, 2012 Module 3 March 1-2\, 2012 Module 4 May 10-11\, 2012 Module 5 July 12-13\, 2012 Module 6 September 6-7\, 2012 Module 7 November 8-9\, 2012 Module 8 January 10-11\, 2013 Module 9 March 14-15\, 2013 Module 10 May 16-17\, 2013 Registration Tuition for registrations placed by July 5\, 2011\, is $7500; a deposit of $500 is due at the time of registration. Tuition for registrations placed after July 5\, is $8000; a deposit of $1000 is due at the time of registration. The balance is payable in five installments of $1400 each on: Thursday\, November 10\, 2011 Thursday\, March 1\, 2012 Thursday\, July 12\, 2012 Thursday\, November 8\, 2012 Thursday\, March 14\, 2013 Enrollment is limited to 40 participants. Registration includes all program materials\, daily lunches\, and one dinner per module. Register online. Download a PDF of the printed registration materials. Travel EP3 class members are responsible for making all personal travel arrangements. Travel and lodging information will be sent upon registration. For More Information Lawrence D. Firkins firkins@illinois.edu 217 333 2907     LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/executive-pork-producers-program-november-10th-11th-20111/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111207 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111017T114014 LAST-MODIFIED:20111017T114014 UID:22356@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:The Midwest Pork Conference, December 6th 2011 DESCRIPTION: The Midwest Pork Conference is scheduled for December 6\, 2011 at the Hendricks County Conference Complex in Danville\, IN.   We expect more than 300 pork producers\, farm managers\, contract growers and allied industry leaders in attendance.   A pork chop lunch will be provided by Shoup's Country Foods.   This event will provide a variety of great opportunities for education\, networking and communication!   REGISTER TODAY! Click to view the conference agenda.   Why Attend MPC? David Hardin - Hardin Farms LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/the-midwest-pork-conference-december-6th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111207 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111013T073003 LAST-MODIFIED:20111013T073128 UID:22239@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Board Annual Meeting, December 6th 2011 DESCRIPTION: December 6 2011 Minnesota Pork Board Annual MeetingCountry Inn & Suites\, Mankato InformationDavid Preisler (507) 345-8814 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/22239/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111013T072851 LAST-MODIFIED:20111013T072851 UID:22238@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1:30 -4 p.m. Minnesota Pork Office December 21st 2011 DESCRIPTION: December 21 2011 PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1:30 -4 p.m. Minnesota Pork Office 151 Saint Andrews Court\, Suite 810\, Mankato Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus-10-a-m-noon-tqa-130-4-p-m-minnesota-pork-office-december-21st-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111116 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111012T061805 LAST-MODIFIED:20111012T061805 UID:22137@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus® Advisor Certification Training to be offered November 15 DESCRIPTION: Veterinarians and others in Iowa’s pork industry have the opportunity to become Pork Quality Assurance Plus® Advisors under the National Pork Board's PQA Plus® program. The certification process requires attendance at a daylong training session and passing an exam at the conclusion of that session. The Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC) at Iowa State University (ISU) will hold one such training November 15 in the VDPAM Conference room\, 2215 Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center\, ISU campus. There is a limit of 30\, so those who qualify and are interested in the program should download\, complete and submit the two-page application form available online at http://www.ipic.iastate.edu/PQAPapp111511.docx soon. The form also is available by fax by calling IPIC at 515-294-4103. The application deadline is Nov. 8\, 2011\, and the $75 fee is due from approved applicants by the time of the certification session. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus%c2%ae-advisor-certification-training-to-be-offered-november-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120222 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120225 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T073703 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T073703 UID:21994@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Upcoming conference: 2012 Pig-Group Ski Seminar DESCRIPTION: Join fellow swine veterinarians and their families at the 2012 Pig-Group Ski Seminar\, to be held February 22-24 at The Village Hotel/Condos in Breckenridge\, Colorado. This combination educational and recreational conference features veterinary continuing education in the mornings\, with the afternoons free for skiing\, skating\, snowmobiling\, sleigh rides\, and shopping - all within walking distance of the resort! For program details and seminar registration\, contact Lori Yeske (507-381-1647) or Dr. Angela Baysinger (402-353-4855). Registrations are due before January 6. This year's CE program is scheduled over two days (7:30 - 11:00 am each day) compared to the three shorter days utilized in the past. Speakers include Peter Kristensen\, Scott Webster\, Chad Hagen\, Angela Baysinger and Lincoln Langhorst. For lodging and ski tickets\, contact Breckenridge Hospitality at 888-525-1787 and refer to group code BC1BOI. The reservations cut-off date is January 15\, but book early to be sure of availability - the room block has sold out the past four years! LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/upcoming-conference-2012-pig-group-ski-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111107 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T073317 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T073317 UID:21991@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2011 New Hampshire Pork Producers Annual meeting & PQA plus certification training DESCRIPTION: November 6th 11:00 - 16:00 2011 Annual meeting & PQA plus certification training (download registration form) (Info on PQAPLUS) Common Man Restaurant Concord\, NH LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2011-new-hampshire-pork-producers-annual-meeting-pqa-plus-certification-training/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120204 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T072944 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T072944 UID:21986@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 NC Pork Conference DESCRIPTION: When Thu 2 Feb – Fri 3 Feb 2012 Where Martin Building\, NC State Fairgrounds & Crabtree Valley Marriott (map) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-nc-pork-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111108 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T072358 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T072358 UID:21984@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Nebraksa Taste of Elegance DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nebraksa-taste-of-elegance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T071636 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T071636 UID:21980@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota PQA Plus Meeting DESCRIPTION: November 16 PQA Plus - 10 a.m.-noon TQA - 1:30 -4 p.m. AmericInn 1406 East Lyon Street\, Marshall Preregistration colleen@mnpork.com 1-800-537-7675 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pqa-plus-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120621 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20111006T071231 LAST-MODIFIED:20111006T071231 UID:21978@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Ontario Pork Congress: Tuesday June 19 and Wednesday June 20 DESCRIPTION:2012 Ontario Pork Congress: Tuesday June 19 and Wednesday June 20 ...the place to be for Ontario Hog Producers! LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-ontario-pork-congress-tuesday-june-19-and-wednesday-june-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111008 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110929T071834 LAST-MODIFIED:20110929T071834 UID:21695@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:World Pork Conference 2011 DESCRIPTION: Übersicht | Agenda Session 1 // Session 2 // Session 3 Donnerstag\, 06.10.2011 | Session 1 Markets\, food security\, politics - outlook SET (Sustainability\, Ecoefficiency\, Traceablity) along the value chain of pork production Dr. Christoph Guenther\, Head of Business Development Animal Nutrition Europe of BASF SE World Pork markets: today – tomorrow Richard A. Brown\, Director of GIRA Euroconsulting Great Britain China – the largest single market for pork and pork products Xianfu Zhu\, Chairman of the Board\, President and CEO of Zhongpin Inc. Food trends and the role of meat in a globalized consumer world Dr. David Bosshart\, CEO Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute Freitag\, 07.10.2011 / Session 2 Animal health\, animal welfare and sustainability – all questions answered yet? Challenges of animal health in a globalized world Dr. Alejandro B. Thiermann\, OIE\, President of the terrestrial Animal Health Code Commission Animal welfare approaches in modern pig production – challenges and solutions Andrea Gavinelli\, European Commission\, DG Health and Consumers\, Head of Unit Animal Welfare Energy supply in the future - will recent events make a change? Cai-Delf Harms\, Management Shell Energy Deutschland GmbH Food supply and pork production - a critical view Dr. Henning Steinfeld\, Chief of FAO´s Livestock Information\, Sector Analysis and Policy Branch Feed and fuel - is the world enough? Jeroen Leffelaar\, Managing Director Rabobank International Freitag\, 07.10.2011 / Session 3 Pork meets quality and trade High standard pork production - comprehensive quality assurance Prof. Dr. Thomas Blaha\, Head of Branch Office Epidemiology Bakum\, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover German Sausages - Traditions\, Craft and Trade of Nuernberger Rostbratwuerste Florian Hoeneß\, General Manager HoWe Wurstwaren KG Food safety in international meat trade – the customs union approach Sergey Dankvert\, Head of the Federal Service for Phytosanitary and Veterinary Surveillance (Rosselchosnadsor)\, Russian Federation Meeting the requirements of retailers and consumers – the Chinese example Xia Yiqiang\, Executive Vice President\, Tianjin Baodi Agri&Tech (Group) Co.\, Ltd.\, China Pork consumption: health aspects and trends Danita Rodibaugh\, Chairman Elect\, US Meat Export Federation LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/world-pork-conference-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111215 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110929T065119 LAST-MODIFIED:20110929T065119 UID:21678@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Upcoming Conference: Passion for Pigs - December 14 DESCRIPTION:"Battling through Tough Times" is the title of the motivational presentation that will set the stage for the 4th annual Passion for Pigs Seminar and Trade Show in Columbia\, Missouri. Kellen Winslow\, Sr\, former tight end for the San Diego Chargers and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame\, will make the featured presentation at the conference\, scheduled for Wednesday\, December 14 at the Holiday Inn Select Executive Center. The conference is open to both producers and veterinarians\, and the program offers CE credit for veterinarians. Lodging rooms are available at the Holiday Inn for $89.95 + tax by calling             1-800-HOLIDAY       or             573-445-8531       and requesting group block P4P. Reduced conference registration rates are available for groups and individuals registering prior to October 31. To register\, or for more information\, contact Julie Lolli:             660-651-0570       or julie.nevets@centurytel.net LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/upcoming-conference-passion-for-pigs-december-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111025 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110927T063140 LAST-MODIFIED:20110927T063140 UID:21557@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Ontario Pork Congress Annual Meeting and Retirement Party for Jean Smelski Monday October 24, 2011 Festival Inn, Stratford DESCRIPTION:  ~   Social 6:00   ~   Dinner 6:30   ~   Meeting 7:30   ~ Please help us to recognize Jean Smelski for her years of commitment to OPC ~ PLUS ~ Presentation of Industry Leadership Award Ontario Pork Congress wishes to thank all of the volunteers who made the 2011 Show another great success. No cost on or before October 19 $10 after October 19 Please RSVP by October 19\, 2011 by phone or e-mail 519-272-1532 or porkcongress@gmail.com or lori.moser@rogers.com LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ontario-pork-congress-annual-meeting-and-retirement-party-for-jean-smelski-monday-october-24-2011-festival-inn-stratford/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111208 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110926T065232 LAST-MODIFIED:20110926T065232 UID:21481@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:American Meat Foundation Educational Workshops DESCRIPTION: AMIF is pleased to present the Advanced Listeria monocytogense Intervention and Control Workshop.  This updated educational opportunity is designed to help manufacturers of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and meat products examine the issues surrounding control methods\, and to provide experience in developing appropriate sanitation protocols and testing plans for processing RTE products.  In addition to assuring optimal product safety\, implementing best practices for RTE process the workshop offers a key benefit: helping to assure compliance.   Who should attend:  Food Safety Managers HACCP Managers Research and Development Managers Plant Managers Scientific Affairs Directors Regulatory Affairs Directors   Program Highlights: Basis for Process Control Sanitary equipment and facility design techniques New ingredient technologies for preventing growth Alternative intervention techniques Successfully completing a Routine L.m. risk based sampling review and Food Safety Assessment by FSIS   Space is limited to 60 participants.   December 6-7\, 2011 Hilton Rosemont 5550 N. River Road Rosemont\, Illinois   Register online now!   If you have any questions please contact Rosie Levine.   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/american-meat-foundation-educational-workshops/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111216 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110922T065716 LAST-MODIFIED:20110922T065716 UID:21391@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:We Care Advisory Group Meeting DESCRIPTION: The We Care responsible pork initiative is a joint effort of the Pork Checkoff\, through the National Pork Board\, and the National Pork Producers Council\, to help demonstrate that producers are accountable to established ethical principles and animal well-being practices. The pork industry already offers numerous programs\, including Pork Quality Assurance Plus® (PQA Plus®) and Transport Quality Assurance® (TQASM)\, to support animal well-being and maintain a safe\, high-quality supply of pork. The We Care initiative ties everything together to help the public view the pork industry as a self-regulated business that earns the trust of others. Other programs that producers can take part in to support the We Care responsible pork initiative include Operation Main Street\, Neighbor to Neighbor and NPPC's LEADR program. You can learn more about We Care at www.porkcares.com. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/we-care-advisory-group-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111021 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110922T065049 LAST-MODIFIED:20110922T065049 UID:21388@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AMI Foundation (AMIF) Animal Care and Handling Conference DESCRIPTION: The deadline to reserve rooms at a reduced rate for the 2011 AMI Foundation (AMIF) Animal Care and Handling Conference for the Food Industry\, to be held October 19-20\, 2011\, at the Westin Crown Center\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, is fast approaching. After September 26\, attendees will no longer be guaranteed a room at the special group rate of $155/night for single or double occupancy rooms\, $175/night for triple rooms and $195/night for quad rooms. To make reservations\, call Westin Crown Center directly at (888) 627-8538 and mention AMI or book online at https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/booking/reservation?id=1107078488&key=95A65. This year’s conference will again feature three distinct education tracks to meet an array of attendee needs. For more information and to register\, go to http://meatami.com/ht/d/sp/i/11948/pid/11948. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ami-foundation-amif-animal-care-and-handling-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111105 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110920T055536 LAST-MODIFIED:20110920T055536 UID:21245@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:North Carolina Veterinary Conference Swine Session DESCRIPTION: The Swine Session of the North Carolina Veterinary Conference is an allied half-day session at the beginning of this highly successful veterinary conference. The session will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center on Friday\, November 4th\, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (Note: the listing in the conference program is incorrect). This year\, topics will include Immunology (Chris Chase\, DVM PhD\, South Dakota State University)\, PQA Plus 3rd Party Audits\, North Carolina Regional PRRS Control Update\, and Rodent Control. Conference details are online at http://ncveterinaryconference.com. Inquiries specific to the Swine Session can be directed to Jeremy S Pittman (jeremypittman@murphybrownllc.com) or Gene Nemechek (eugene.nemechek@pfizer.com). LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/north-carolina-veterinary-conference-swine-session/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111112 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110915T070748 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T070810 UID:21071@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:19th Annual Swine Disease Conference DESCRIPTION: 19TH ANNUAL SWINE DISEASE CONFERENCE FOR SWINE PRACTITIONERS ABOUT THE CONFERENCE The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine\, the Iowa Pork Industry Center\, The Iowa Veterinary Medicine Association\, and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV)\, District 6\, sponsor the 19th Annual Swine Disease Conference. The conference will be held at the Scheman Building\, in Ames\, Iowa\, on November 10-11\, 2011. The program is designed to answer daily concerns of swine practitioners. The conference focuses on emerging swine pathogens and their control\, and improvements in diagnostics and risk-based controls useful for on-farm health plan development. Special emphasis is on information necessary to formulate management plans for disease control\, for bio- security\, and for food safety enhancement. CONFERENCE GOALS To enable swine practitioners to assist producers in a rapidly changing and global production environment. To enhance practitioner decision-making tools in disease control\, animal welfare\, and food safety for the benefit of animals\, clients and consumers. CONFERENCE CO-SPONSORS COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE IOWA PORK INDUSTRY CENTER IOWA VETERINARY MEDICINE ASSOCIATION AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF SWINE VETERINARIANS\, DISTRICT 6 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/19th-annual-swine-disease-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111110 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110915T070243 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T070307 UID:21067@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Carolina Swine Nutrition Conference 2011 DESCRIPTION: 2011 CAROLINA SWINE NUTRITION CONFERENCE   SHERATON IMPERIAL HOTEL - RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK RALEIGH\, NC   November 9\, 2011   Dr. Eric van Heugten\, NCSU - Moderator     8:20 am           Introduction and Welcome\, Dr. van Heugten   8:30 am           Nutrition programs and US implementation of using immunologically castrated boars Dr. Paul Matzat\, Pfizer Animal Health 9:15 am           Impacts of immunological castration of boars on carcass and meat quality Dr. Floyd McKeith\, University of Illinois 10:00 am         Break and Posters   11:00 am         Graduate Student Research Presentations Implications of supplemental fat composition and quality for the modern lactating sow David Rosero\, North Carolina State University Effects of adding glutamine and glutamate to pre- and post-weaning diets on pig performance and intestinal health Rafael Cabrera\, North Carolina State University Are mycotoxins still a concern? Alexandra Chaytor\, North Carolina State University   Dr. Chad Stahl\, NCSU - Moderator     12:15 pm         Lunch   1:15 pm           Use of co-products through swine liquid feeding Dr. Kees de Lange\, University of Guelph   2:00 pm           A case for phase feeding pregnant sows Dr. Soenke Moehn\, University of Alberta 2:45 pm           Developing technologies to meet the challenges facing the swine industry Dr. Terry Coffey\, Murphy-Brown LLC   3:30 pm           Adjourn     For registration information contact the Carolina Feed Industry Association   Return to NCSU Extension Swine Husbandry LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/carolina-swine-nutrition-conference-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120312 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110915T070000 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T070000 UID:21063@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:March 9-11, 2012 NJSA Western Regional - CPPA Pork Spectacular DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/march-9-11-2012-njsa-western-regional-cppa-pork-spectacular/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111222 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110915T065623 LAST-MODIFIED:20110915T065623 UID:21061@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Wisconsin Pork Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: December 21st 2011 Location: TBD LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/wisconsin-pork-board-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110927 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110908T073421 LAST-MODIFIED:20110908T073421 UID:20839@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Voluntary PRRS elimination Project, September 26 2011 DESCRIPTION: Pork producers encouraged to learn about voluntary regional PRRS elimination efforts at Sept. 12 and Sept. 26 meetings Pork producers who are interested in voluntary regional efforts to control PPRS virus are invited to a Regional PRRS Elimination meetings on Monday\, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Community Center in Prinsburg\, Minn. and Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. at the West Central Research and Outreach Center\, Morris\, Minn.   The Prinsburg Community Center is located by the fire hall\, three blocks north of Hwy. 7. The WCROC address is 46352 State Hwy 329. (Map pdf)   The target counties for this regional effort are Benton\, Kandiyohi\, Meeker\, Pope\, Renville\, Stearns and Swift\, although pork producers outside of these counties may also attend. Speakers and pork producers will discuss PRRS elimination work that is currently taking place\, how the effort can assist in controlling economics losses from the disease and the development of a voluntary regional program.   AGENDA The meeting agenda will include: Presentation on Area Mapping\, Success in PRRS Elimination from Herds\, A Producer’s Perspective in Participating in a Voluntary PRRS Elimination Program\, Overview of Regional PRRS Elimination and Control Projects Across the U.S.\, and Plan Development for Identifying More Participating Swine Producers. For more information contact Dave Wright\, DVM\, Regional PRRS Elimination Project Coordinator at (763) 242-7535 or wright2us@aol.com. Additional information is also found at www.prrs.org. The collaborative effort to eliminate PRRS virus includes PRRS-CAP\, USDA-APHIS\, AASV\, SDEC-U of M\, BI PRRS Initiative\, National Pork Board\, Minnesota Pork Board and Pork Checkoff to top For more information on the Voluntary Regional PPRS Elimination Project contact: Dave Wright\, DVM Coordinator-Voluntary Regional PRRS Elimination Project University of Minnesota Email: wright2us@aol.com Phone: (763) 242-7535 www.prrs.org PRRS Regional Elimination Project (website link) Minnesota Voluntary PRRS Elimination Project (pdf file) Dr. Wright's Pork Lenders Meeting Presentation\, July 29\, 2011 PRRS Outbreak Investigation Guideline(pdf) Discussion of Risks Disclosure(pdf) Guidelines for Suggested Response to PRRS Outbreak(pdf) Regional Programs for Control & Elimination of PRRS Virus (pdf) Dr. Bob Morrison\, College of Veterinary Medicine\, University of Minnesota discusses regional programs for the control and elimination of the PRRS Virus in this PowerPoint® (PDF format) presented June 8\, 2011 at the PORK Academy\, (Producers Opportunity for Revenue and Knowledge) as part of the World Pork Expo\, Des Moines\, Iowa. Sample Documents for PRRS Elimination Projects (website link) Voluntary PRRS Elimination Project Underway in Minnesota (pdf) Show Pigs that are PRRS Negative (pdf) Biosecurity for Youth Swine Projects (pdf) Transport Biosecurity (pdf) PRRS Biosecurity Manure (pdf) LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/voluntary-prrs-elimination-project-september-26-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120609 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110908T071956 LAST-MODIFIED:20110908T072811 UID:20835@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:World Pork Expo 2012 DESCRIPTION: Welcome to the official Web site of the World Pork Expo Nearly 20\,000 producers and industry professionals attend the World Pork Expo\, the world's largest pork-specific trade show featuring business seminars\, hundreds of exhibitors\, breed shows and sales\, and plenty of food and entertainment for everyone. The World Pork Expo will be held June 8-18\, 202  in Des Moines at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Show hours are: Wednesday\, June 6 – 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday\, June 7– 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday\, June 8 – 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/world-pork-expo-2011-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111129 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110906T070914 LAST-MODIFIED:20110906T070959 UID:20709@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine Webinar Series No 10 - Industry - Panel Discussion DESCRIPTION: Sponsored By: University of Illinois\, Department of Animal Sciences\, Champaign-Urbana 12 Webinar Swine Series To Register Click On The Online Website At The Bottom Of The Page Swine Webinar Series No 1 - Monday\, February 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Rob Knox - Reproduction - Gilt Induciton of Puberty. Swine Webinar Series No 2 - Monday\, March 28th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Sherrie Clark - Reproduction - Semen Collection for Fertility. Swine Webinar Series No 3 - Monday\, April 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Jim Pettigrew - Industry - Antibiotic Policies What's Coming. Swine Webinar Series No 4 - Monday\, May 23rd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Larry Firkins - Industry - Foreign Disease Watch. Swine Webinar Series No 5 - Monday\, June 27th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Ted Funk - Facilities - Ventilation Management. Swine Webinar Series No 6 - Monday\, July 25th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Mike Ellis - Grow Finish - Optimizing Management and Marketing of Finishing Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 7 - Monday\, August 22nd\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Hans Stein - Grow Finish - Managing Weaning Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 8 - Monday\, September 26th\, 2011. Speaker - Dr. Janeen Salak-Johnson - Facilities - Managing Photoperiod in the Environment of Pigs. Swine Webinar Series No 9 - Monday\, October 24th\, 2011. Speaker - Mr. Randy Fonner - Management - Composting Mortalities. Swine Webinar Series No 10 - Monday\, November 28th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Animal Housing Issues. Swine Webinar Series No 11 - Monday\, December 19th\, 2011. Panel Discussion - Industry - Issues Involving 30 Pigs/Sow/Year. Swine Webinar Series No 12 - Monday\, January 23\, 2012. Speaker - Dr. Robert Knox - Reproduction - Methods to Optimize Estrus Detection. SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   Contact Person: Rob Knox E-mail: rknox@illinois.edu Related Web Page: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/swinewebinar/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-webinar-series-no-10-industry-panel-discussion/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120131 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120203 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110825T073456 LAST-MODIFIED:20110825T073456 UID:20395@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Illinois Pork Expo 2012 DESCRIPTION: 2012 IL Pork Expo January 31 - February 1\, 2012 Hotel Pere Marquette & Peoria Civic Center Peoria\, IL LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/illinois-pork-expo-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110907 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110908 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110824T071225 LAST-MODIFIED:20110824T071225 UID:20349@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Social Media Training Workshop DESCRIPTION: Ohio Farm Bureau's hands-on social media training Social Media Training Workshop Flyer and Registration Form DATE Sep. 7\, 2011 | 09:00 am - 04:00 pm LOCATION Ramada Hotel & Conference Center\, Summit Room 4546 E. Pike Zanesville\, OH 43701     Whether you’re a beginner or advanced social media user\, you’ll find this workshop sponsored by Ohio Farm Bureau's Center for Food and Animal Issues to be helpful in becoming a better advocate for Ohio agriculture through the use of Facebook\, Twitter\, YouTube and blogging.   This FREE workshop for Ohio Farm Bureau members begins with registration at 9 a.m.\, with training getting underway at 9:30 a.m. and running through about 4 p.m. Laptop computers will be provided for the training session. Individuals are encouraged to bring their own laptop if they wish. Training will be provided by Ohio Farm Bureau Communications Specialists Dan Toland and Chip Nelson. Continental breakfast\, lunch and refreshments will be provided\, courtesy of Ohio Farm Bureau. ALL ATTENDEES MUST SIGN UP FOR SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS PRIOR TO THE SCHEDULED TRAINING SESSION. Those providing their own laptops are also encouraged to download software that will be used in training. Complete details\, requirements and step-by-step instructions to prepare for the training session can be found at http://bit.ly/cfaismtraining RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS WORKSHOP BY AUGUST 28. Full details are in the Social Media Training Workshop Flyer and Registration Form link below the photo on the left side of this page. RSVP by mail: Download the Social Media Training Workshop Flyer and Registration Form and mail it to the address provided. RSVP by email: Contact Wanda Campbell at wcampbell@ofbf.org RSVP by phone: Call Wanda Campbell at 614-246-8271 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact David White at dwhite@ofbf.org or call 614-246-8261. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/social-media-training-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111019 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110823T072151 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T072151 UID:20300@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Swine farm workforce seminar is October 18 DESCRIPTION: MANKATO — The Minnesota Pork Board and the Pork Checkoff are sponsoring a workforce development seminar from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Country Inn and Suites in Mankato. The seminar includes keynote speaker Bruce Vincent\, an agriculture advocate\, speaker and third-generation logger from Libby\, Mont. Vincent will address the impact of a generation of students who have been taught that “getting your hands dirty” is somehow less fulfilling work and how that thought process is dangerous for producers who feed\, clothe and shelter humanity. The conference also includes presentations from University of Minnesota professor John Deen on euthanasia training\, information from Darwin Reicks of the Swine Vet Center in St. Peter on barn filtering systems and employee conflict management information from Donna Rae Scheffert. The cost is $20 if registered by Oct. 10 and $40 at the door\, space permitting. Register online at www.mnpork.com or by contacting Jeremy Geske at the Pork Board at 1-800-537-7675 or jeremy@mnpork.com. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/swine-farm-workforce-seminar-is-october-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110916 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110823T070535 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T070535 UID:20287@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NPPC Fall Legislative Action Conference, September 13-15 2011 DESCRIPTION: National Pork Producers Council hosts a legislative action conference twice a year for pork producers from around the nation to learn about\, discuss and lobby on agriculture legislation important to the U.S. pork industry. Upcoming Legislation Action Conference will be held September 13-14\, 2011 at: The Liaison Hotel- Capitol Hill 415 New Jersey Ave NW Washington\, D.C. 20024 For more information or to register\, contact Alicia Irlbeck irlbecka@nppc.org LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/nppc-fall-legislative-action-conference-september-13-15-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111110 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110823T070115 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T070115 UID:20284@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:International Feed Efficiency in Swine Conference- November 8-9 2011 DESCRIPTION:Hilton Hotel & Qwest Center\, Omaha\, Neb. (map) DescriptionConference will cover more than 12 diverse topics on feed efficiency in grow-finish pigs\, including in-barn management\, nutrition and genetic selection. Geared toward pork producers\, industry suppliers\, swine consultants\, researchers and pork producer organizatons. Sponsored by Iowa State University and Kansas State University. Contact Dr. John Patience at (515) 294-5132 or jfp@iastate.edu or visit www.ans.iastate.edu/ICFES. Early registration deadline is October 5th. Additional information may be found on the conference website: http://www.ans.iastate.edu/ICFES/ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/international-feed-efficiency-in-swine-conference-november-8-9-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110917 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110921 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110823T064716 LAST-MODIFIED:20110823T064716 UID:20276@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Allen D. Leman Swine Conference: September 17-20, 2011 DESCRIPTION:Allen D. Leman Swine Conference   Science-driven solutions  The 2011 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference September 17-20\, 2011 RiverCentre\, St. Paul\, Minnesota This year's Keynote lectures MONDAY 8:00am-9:00am Why We Make Mistakes Joseph Hallinan\, Author and Pulitzer-prize winning Journalist and 9:00am-10:00am The Outlook for the Swine Industry and Its Relationship with the Global Economy Brian C. Briggeman\, Professor\, College of Agricultural Economics\, Kansas State University TUESDAY Pijoan Lecture-8:00am-9:00am Genes\, Gametes and Gestation Outcomes: Essential Links in a Successful Breeding Management Program Dr. George Foxcroft\, Professor\, Swine Reproductive Physiology Co-Director\, NSERC EmbryoGENE Strategic Research Network Leader\, Swine Reproduction-Development Program University of Alberta\, Edmonton and Hanson Lecture-9:00am-10:00am What Should We Do About Flu? Dr. Montserrat Torremorell\, Allen D. Leman Chair in Swine Health and Productivity\, University of Minnesota LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/allen-d-leman-swine-conference-september-17-20-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130914 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110818T074059 LAST-MODIFIED:20110818T074059 UID:20121@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:SafePork 2013 DESCRIPTION:SafePork 2013 Eastland Park Hotel\, Portland\, Maine\, USA Mon 9 September 2013 until Thu 12 September 2013 www.safepork2013.com   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/safepork-2013/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120310 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120314 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110818T073620 LAST-MODIFIED:20110818T073620 UID:20119@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 AASV Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: 2012 AASV Annual Meeting Join us in Denver\, Colorado for the 43rd Annual Meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians! March 10-13\, 2012 Hyatt Regency Denver If you don't find the information you are seeking here\, please contact the AASV: American Association of Swine Veterinarians 830 26th Street Perry\, Iowa 50220 USA Phone: 515-465-5255 Fax: 515-465-3832 aasv@aasv.org Future AASV Meeting Dates and Locations   March 2-5\, 2013 -- San Diego\, California USA   March 1-4\, 2014 -- Dallas\, Texas USA   Feb 28 - Mar 3\, 2015 -- Orlando\, Florida USA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-aasv-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120126 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110818T073118 LAST-MODIFIED:20110818T073221 UID:20116@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:31st Annual Centralia Swine Research Update 2012 DESCRIPTION: Connecting the Ontario Pork Industry with Research since 1982 Next Update: Wednesday January 25\, 2012 Thank you to our Sponsors for 2011: Ontario Pork Huron County Pork Producers Association Middlesex County Pork Producers Association Perth County Pork Producers Association Alpharma Canada Corporation Bio Agri Mix LP Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Limited -Vetmedica Division BSC Animal Nutrition Inc. Daco Animal Nutrition Elanco Animal Health Floradale Feed Mill Ltd. Grand Valley Fortifiers Intervet Schering-Plough Animal Health Kenpal Farm Products Inc. New-Life Mills Ltd. Merial Animal Health Pfizer Animal Health Shur-Gain\, Nutreco Canada Inc. United Nutrients Corporation Vetoquinol N.A. Inc. Wallenstein Feed & Supply Ltd. Future Updates: Wed. January 30\, 2013 | Wed. January 29\, 2014 Home Program Registration Proceedings Sponsorship For Contributors Directions & Map About Contact Ontario Events & Links CSRU is over for 2011. The Proceedings have now been posted in pdf. Thanks to all of our sponsors and speakers\, and everyone who attended\, for making it a great event. Upcoming events: Swine Liquid Feeding Seminar\, Stratford ON\, 22 Feb 2011 49th Southwestern Ontario Pork Conference\, Ridgetown ON\, 23 Feb 2011 11th London Swine Conference\, London ON\, 30-31 March 2011 30th Annual Centralia Swine Research Update Wednesday January 26\, 2011 Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre\, Kirkton\, Ontario Feature Speaker: Dr. Ron Ball University of Alberta "Save $ With New Feeding Standards For Sows" and "30 Year Perspective of Swine Research" Other Informative Topics on the Program: Pit FoamingEar Necrosis in Pigs Clostridial Infections in Pigs 30 Years of Baby Pig Research Tools for Detecting Estrus and Ovulation in Weaned Sows NRC 2012 - Nutrient Requirements of PigsDDGS Use in Ontario - Does it Make Good Cents Reducing Ground Compaction When Spreading Liquid Manure DDGS Research Update   Download the flyer (pdf) In addition\, numerous written topics are included in the proceedings. View full program Proceedings from past Updates are available online LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/31st-annual-centralia-swine-research-update-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111028 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110817T073938 LAST-MODIFIED:20110817T073938 UID:20063@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Forum On Antibiotic Use In Food Animal Production Announced DESCRIPTION: The use of antibiotics in the production of food animals elicits polarizing opinions across the media today as consumers become more aware and interested in the way their food is produced. While livestock producers have realized that significant animal illness can be avoided by the use of antibiotics\, consumers are being told that any use of antibiotics leads to a lower effectiveness of antibiotics in humans. Although there have been several debates and discussions on this issue\, the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) is planning a national forum in which experts in animal agriculture\, researchers in the area of livestock health\, and experts in human health will come together to have a dialogue about the use of antibiotics in the sustainable production of food. "There is significant confusion regarding the use and potential effects of the use of antibiotics in food animal production\," states Dr. Leonard Bull\, past NIAA chairman and leader of the forum planning committee. "This dialogue will provide the most up-to-date information on the research that has been done on the issue\, what the science really means\, and what further research may be needed." Participants in the forum will have the opportunity to hear from the research leaders and experts and join in the dialogue. "As is the case in all NIAA forums\, it is important that members of the audience have the opportunity to ask questions of the panels and participate in the discussion"\, says Bull. The forum\, titled Antibiotic Use in Food Animals: A Dialogue for a Common Purpose\, is scheduled to be held at the Hotel InterContinental O'Hare in Chicago\, IL on October 26-27\, 2011. It immediately follows the 2011 Food System Summit\, hosted by the Center for Food Integrity\, which is being held at the same venue. Registration is open to anyone interested in this important issue. The registration fee is $295\, with discounts for early registration and for NIAA members. In addition\, a special forum rate for lodging at the InterContinental is available to attendees. More information is available at www.animalagriculture.org. Individuals are also welcome to call NIAA at (719) 538-8843 for additional information. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-forum-on-antibiotic-use-in-food-animal-production-announced/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120120 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110811T072210 LAST-MODIFIED:20110811T072210 UID:19864@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Minnesota Pork Congress January 18-19, 2012 DESCRIPTION: Welcome to Minnesota Pork Congress January 18-19\, 2012 Minneapolis Convention Center Tradeshow Hours: Wednesday\, Jan. 18\, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & Thursday\, Jan. 19\, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Admission: $10 per person in advance and $15 per person at the door Pork Congress is Minnesota's ONLY swine specific tradeshow and pork producer educational event. Sponsored by the Minnesota Pork Producers Association\, the Pork Congress tradeshow\, seminars and social activities are designed exclusively for pork producers and pork industry stakeholders.   LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/minnesota-pork-congress-january-18-19-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120114 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110811T071836 LAST-MODIFIED:20110811T071836 UID:19861@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 43rd Annual South Dakota Pork Congress DESCRIPTION: The 2012 43rd Annual South Dakota Pork Congress is scheduled for Thursday and Friday\, January 12 & 13 at the Ramkota Exhibit Hall in Sioux Falls. Schedule of Events for 2012 Trade Show Exhibitors List for 2012 (as of ) 2012 Trade Show Map In 2011\, over 80 exhibitors displayed the latest technology\, equipment\, vet supplies\, construction and more at our annual Trade Show.   This is an action-packed\, informative\, two-day event for the South Dakota pork industry including Trade show Annual business meetings (Non-Checkoff & Checkoff) Educational seminars Master Pork Producers Recognition Banquet ~ Thrusday\, January 12\, 2012 - Ramkota Hotel Live auction following the banquet Awards luncheon ~ Friday\, January 13\, 2012 - Ramkota Hotel ♦ Download Environmental Steward Award Application ♦ Download Other Awards Nomination Application ♦ Download $500 Scholarship Application APPLICATIONS DUE BY DECEMBER 5\, 2011\, UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. Awards received at the Friday\, January 13\, 2012 Awards Luncheon include: County\, Pork All-American\, Dedicated & Distinguished\, Media\, Restaurant of the Year\, two Scholarships\, and the Environmental Steward Award. Sponsored by South Dakota Pork Producers Council\, SD Soybean Research & Promotion Council\, SD Corn Utilization Council\, Farm Credit Services of America\, Tri-State Neighbor\, Lynch Livestock\, John Morrell & Co.\, Intervet Schering-Plough\, National Pork Producers Council\, National Pork Board\, TOPIGS USA\, South Dakota Soybean Processors\, 1st Dakota National Bank\, ADM Alliance Nutrition\, Inc\, Newsham Choice Genetics\, and Great Western Bank. Trade Show Exhibitor Applications 2012 ♦ Download Exhibitor Contract & Application ♦ Download Sponsorship Opportunities  LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-43rd-annual-south-dakota-pork-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120205 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110811T065334 LAST-MODIFIED:20110811T065334 UID:19857@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Wisconsin Pork/Corn/Soy Expo, Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells DESCRIPTION: Wisconsin Pork/Corn/Soy/ Expo February 3-4\, 2011 Kalahari Resort\, Wisconsin Dells\, WI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/wisconsin-porkcornsoy-expo-kalahari-resort-and-convention-center-wisconsin-dells/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111101 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110811T064936 LAST-MODIFIED:20110811T064936 UID:19855@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:October is Pork Month DESCRIPTION: Celebrating National Pork Month in October USDA reported in May of last year that families own or manage 98 percent of the farms in America. The report defined family farm as a proprietorship\, partnership or family operation that does not have a hired manager. In Iowa\, many of the pork farms are run by third- and fourth-generation families. Of the total number of farms\, 86.8 percent are owned by individuals/families or are a sole proprietorship\, according to USDA. Another 5.4 percent are family-held corporations and 6.4 percent are family partnerships. Just 0.4 percent of the operations are non-family corporations. Pork producers are proud of the fact that the livestock has allowed them to sustain their family farms. In fact\, pork production has allowed many young adults to stay in a family operation or return to the family farm. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/october-is-pork-month/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110810 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110809T073817 LAST-MODIFIED:20110809T073817 UID:19760@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop 2011 DESCRIPTION: Workshop focuses on efficiency and costs The 2011 Red Deer Swine Technology Workshop program will be focusing on increasing efficiency and reducing costs\, a reflection of the difficult time still being faced by the pork industry.  “Cutting production costs is essential in today’s tough environment\,” says Bernie Peet\, the workshop manager.  “The program includes a session on driving down feed costs by using alternative ingredients and also a panel discussion on how employees can save cost in the barn\, led by four production managers.” The production-oriented presentations examine a number of areas of management where output can be improved or costs reduced\, including “The ins and outs of post-cervical AI”\, Mission critical: Piglet care in the first 48 hours” and “Managing nursery pigs in the first week after weaning”.  The final session of the days deals with how producers can cut down on carcass demerits. The workshop will held on Wednesday\, November 2nd at the Capri Hotel and Convention Centre in Red Deer.  “Last year 220 people attended the workshop and the feedback on the event was extremely positive\,” comments Bernie Peet. Registration costs $75\, with a special “5 for the price of 4” package available for $300.   For further information or to register\, contact Bernie Peet at Pork Chain Consulting Ltd. on (403) 782-3776 or (403) 392-3104 or email bjpeet@telusplanet.net Click here to download the PDF version of the Registration Form LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/red-deer-swine-technology-workshop-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110914 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110808T072313 LAST-MODIFIED:20110808T072313 UID:19694@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY: JSR’s 22nd Technical Conference - Beddington at Bonnington, Tuesday September 13th 2011 DESCRIPTION: JSR Genetics’ 22nd Technical Conference entitled ‘The Next Agricultural Revolution’ takes place on Tuesday 13th September with Sir John Beddington\, Government Chief Scientific Adviser (GCSA)\, as keynote speaker.   Held at Nottingham University’s Sutton Bonnington Campus the event always attracts key opinion leaders from throughout the pork value chain – this year’s is no exception.   Tim Rymer\, JSR’s Chairman says\, “Having Sir John Beddington present his views on the future of the pig industry\, and take questions\, is a real honour for JSR.  His opinion on the importance of genetic development\, sustainable intensification and environmental responsibility are pertinent to the future of all livestock producers.  They certainly resonate with JSR and will provide an excellent focus for the conference.”   Sir John Beddington recently commissioned the Foresight Report\, the most comprehensive review to date of food security\, the findings of which warn that population growth and climate change will endanger food supplies in the future.  At the conference he will present his paper ‘The future of food and farming: challenges and opportunities”.   Dr Grant Walling\, Managing Director of JSR\, will present his thoughts on the need for radical changes in his address ‘Revolutionising Global Pork Production’. “As Sir John Beddington has identified\,” comments Dr Walling\, “to feed a growing population we need to work together to implement major changes.  We are at a point where significant new technologies\, with the potential to deliver the increased output we need to see in the pig industry\, are not being used. We need to carefully scrutinise these technologies – whether they be breakthroughs in reproductive technology\, cloning or GM - to make the next Herculean step forward\, enabling food supply to keep pace with population growth.” Other presentations include two from representatives from the pig supply industry\, who are also facing challenges of keeping pace with rapidly changing industry demands.   Magnus Westerkamp\, Managing Director of German company Big Dutchman Pig Equipment will ask ‘how consumer demand affects the development of pig equipment’ whilst Mick Hazzledine\, Pig Nutritionist at Premier Nutrition identifies the major challenges in feeding pigs in a changing market place.   Giving the producer’s view is Rob Mercer who\, as owner\, gives ‘the story so far’ of Packington Pork a 3000 sow pig business that combines indoor\, outdoor and free range pigs\, from breeding to finishing and distributing meat to 120 butcher shops around England.   “Coming together at the JSR Conference creates the opportunity to look back as well as forward\,” says Dr Grant Walling.  “Substantial worldwide growth has seen an increasing focus for JSR on the South American market and large scale projects in Russia and Eastern Europe as well as China and South East Asia. Our successes in Asia have been a particular highlight: notably the sale of nearly 800 animals to the Guangzhou Animal Husbandry Company of Bejing\, signed during the UK and China Business Summit; a contract to establish a 900 sow Nucleus herd in Hubei province and a £1m contract with the China Animal Husbandry Group. Looking to the future\, we are in advanced trials with an exciting new sire line which is showing very promising results with the potential to be launched in 2012.”   “It has been an outstanding year\,” agrees Mr Rymer\, “and this promises to be a conference to match. We have exceptional speakers\, an interesting key topic and many representatives from throughout the pork supply chain. I look forward to welcoming visitors to what will undoubtedly be one of our most stimulating conferences yet.”   This PIPR registered event carries 8 CPD points – for all enquiries call Natalie Cliff on 01377 227799 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/jsr%e2%80%99s-22nd-technical-conference-beddington-at-bonnington-tuesday-september-13th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111010 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111015 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110804T071212 LAST-MODIFIED:20110804T071212 UID:19568@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:World Veterinary Congress 2011, October 10th -14 2011 DESCRIPTION: Visit the Website Come on an awe-inspiring Congress Safari to South Africa in 2011. WORLD VETERINARY CONGRESS 2011 IN CAPE TOWN\, 10-14 October\, promises to be the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the South African rainbow nation. This prestigious event will welcome veterinarians\, para-veterinarians\, other health-care professionals and their families from Africa and around the world to South Africa’s premier tourist destination city. The theme "CARING FOR ANIMALS: HEALTHY COMMUNITIES" lends itself to fulfilling a global need and sets the scene for a varied\, stimulating\, multi-session scientific and professional programme\, to cater for the diverse needs of a multi-disciplined veterinary profession. With more than a century of organised veterinary science\, South Africa has an important role to play in the dissemination of knowledge across the continent and the globe. The focus will be on food production\, safety and security as well as disease control in communities served by the veterinary profession. The continuing professional development needs of veterinary clinicians will also be comprehensively catered for. This will be the most extensive veterinary scientific showcase ever offered in Africa. World Veterinary Congress 2011 will be held at the world-class Cape Town International Convention Centre\, nestled at the foot of Table Mountain. The social and accompanying-persons programme will include day trips in and around the breathtaking Cape Peninsula\, flanked by the frigid Atlantic Ocean on the west and warm Indian Ocean on the east\, as well as to world-renowned vineyards. Pre- and post-Congress tours guarantee a taste of the scenic splendour\, cultural diversity and unrivalled wildlife heritage that South Africa can offer its visitors. All this\, together with 320 days of sunshine per year will have you planning your next African adventure! On behalf of the South African Veterinary Association\, hosts of the 30th World Veterinary Congress and the Congress Organising Committee\, I extend an invitation to come and experience the warmth and renowned hospitality of Nelson Mandela’s rainbow nation. Dr Anthony Erasmus Chairman: World Veterinary Congress 2011 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/world-veterinary-congress-2011-october-10th-14-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110911 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110804T070521 LAST-MODIFIED:20110804T070521 UID:19563@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Wine Country BBQ - California Pork Prodcuers Association Sponsored Event September 10, 2011 DESCRIPTION: September 10\, 2011 Wine Country BBQ - CPPA Sponsored Event http://winecountrybigq.com/ 1 pm to 5 pm Wine Country welcomes the first Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) nationally sanctioned competition to the Sonoma Academy.  Everyone loves barbecue and some of the best Pit Masters will be here to serve you up a slice. Sample great “authentic” barbecued meats\, world class wines\, award-winning brews while enjoying great country and blues music. Bring all of your senses to life as you wander amongst the teams see\, smell and taste mouthwatering barbecue. We have added our own Wine Country twist to the KCBS competition – the “Winery Big Beef Challenge”. See who is King of the Grill as winery and vineyard chefs go fork to fork competing for the coveted People’s Choice award for the best tri tip and the wines that best complement. And the final throw down of the Big Q is the “Firehouse Bold Bean Challenge”.  Firehouse teams light their fires and show off their skills on the grill preparing the perfect side dish to accompany great barbecue. Wine Country Big Q is sure to satisfy anyone’s appetite for great barbecue\, world class wine and beer\, live entertainment with some fired up friendly competition. [+] Event beneficiary (WOW) Wine Country Big Q is proud to support WOW (Worth Our Weight). WOW is an apprenticeship programs for young people between the ages of 16 and 24 years who have faced major challenges in their lives. WOW provides them with tuition free culinary and restaurant management training. Apprentices acquire marketable skills in food preparation\, professional level cooking\, catering and small business management.  Click here for more information on WOW.     LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/wine-country-bbq-california-pork-prodcuers-association-sponsored-event-september-10-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111107 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110804T070036 LAST-MODIFIED:20110804T070036 UID:19560@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:New Hampshire Pork Producers Annual Meeting, November 6th 2011 DESCRIPTION: November 6th 12:00 PM Annual Meeting Colby Farm Newburyport\, MA LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/new-hampshire-pork-producers-annual-meeting-november-6th-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111118 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110728T072303 LAST-MODIFIED:20110728T072303 UID:19352@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2011 Kansas University Swine Day DESCRIPTION: Attend November 17th 2011  at KSU Alumni Centre in Manhattan Kansas. Welcome to the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry website! Established in 1863\, Kansas State University is the nation's first land-grant institution. The first department dedicated to teaching animal agriculture was the Farming Department. In 1905 the Animal Husbandry Department was formed. In 1977 our name officially changed to Animal Sciences and Industry (ASI LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2011-kansas-university-swine-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111109 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110728T071600 LAST-MODIFIED:20110728T071737 UID:19351@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:University of Missouri Swine Institute DESCRIPTION: University of Missouri Swine Institute Columbia\, MO November 8th 2011 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/university-of-missouri-swine-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111209 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110726T072540 LAST-MODIFIED:20110726T072540 UID:19237@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Hog Days Brandon- December 7 & 8 2011 DESCRIPTION: Why attend Hog Days Hog Days is an industry trade fair focusing on the needs of today’s pork producers. This two-day agricultural show – with more than 150 exhibits featuring the latest developments in hog production techniques – is a must for producers wanting up-to-date information on health\, husbandry\, feed\, and technology. This is THE show for pork producers looking for information on producing and maintaining a high quality product essential in today’s marketplace. Whether it’s new machinery\, products and services for the swine industry – or a fresh look at some of the traditional tried-and-true methods – Hog Days will help producers increase their knowledge and develop up-to-date production techniques. Educational seminars are also an important part of Hog Days. Here\, producers can learn from the leading experts about today’s issues in the hog industry – and the best ways of dealing with these issues. Hog Days’ exhibitors recognize the importance of this event. Each year more and more exhibitors – from Canada and the United States – take part in this trade fair. For more than 25 years Hog Days’ organizers have been bringing producers and industry together. The show alternates between Brandon and Winnipeg\, Canada. In the late 1980s\, the Winnipeg show was renamed Hog & Poultry Days to reflect the inclusion of a poultry segment. Hog Days – Recognizing the importance of the hog industry in Western Canada and promoting excellence in pork production. Location Keystone Centre 1175 18th Street Brandon\, Manitoba Canada R7A 7C5 For a map of the Brandon\, CLICK HERE. Official Show Dates December 7 & 8\, 2011 Hours of Admission Wednesday\, December 7 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday\, December 8 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission Cost FREE admission FREE parking Committee Members RON BAZYLO Manitoba Agriculture\, Food and Rural Initiatives BRIAN ENGLISH Manitoba Agriculture\, Food and Rural InitiativesRHONDA COUPLAND\, Extension Coordinator Manitoba Agriculture\, Food and Rural Initiatives MELISSA SPRINGER\, Farm Production Advisor Manitoba Agriculture\, Food and Rural Initiatives MARC PERRAUX Feed-Rite JAVIER VARGAS Maple Leaf Agri Farms TIM FRIESEN Penner Farm Services NEIL ROBERTSON Maple Leaf Agri-Farms DAVID STEAD Steads Farm Supply GRANT HOWSE Kane Vet Supplies ANDY CARDY h@ms Marketing SHAWN MCGUIRE Cargill Ex-officio TANIS CHALMERS LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/hog-days-brandon-december-7-8-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110808 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110812 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110714T062422 LAST-MODIFIED:20110714T062422 UID:18908@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:5th International Conference on the Assessment of Animal Welfare at Farm and Group Level DESCRIPTION: August 8th-11 @ the University of Guelph Welcome Professors Tina Widowski and Cate Dewey look forward to hosting you in August at the 5th International Conference on the Assessment of Animal Welfare at Farm and Group Level (WAFL) that will be held at the University of Guelph\, Ontario\, Canada. The meeting promises to maintain the distinct focus on assessment and auditing of welfare on farm and in groups of animals\, with a European emphasis blended with research results from around the world. Tina and Cate look forward to giving you a friendly Canadian welcome in a city of rivers and parks and on a campus that houses the Ontario Agricultural College and the Ontario Veterinary College. General Topics Development and validation of animal welfare assessment or audit protocols Development and validation of innovative/automated measures of welfare Practical implementation of animal welfare assessment or audit protocols Combinations of animal welfare indicators for comprehensive and efficient welfare assessment Integrating animal welfare assessment with assessment of environmental impact or food safety Assessing/improving compliance with animal welfare standards or guidelines Special Topics Choosing the right measures\, choosing the good measures – lessons learned from new and existing welfare assessment schemes Farm animal welfare assessment and sustainability - connecting social and environmental aspects of measuring welfare Our experience beyond the farm – animal welfare assessment for zoos\, laboratories and animal shelters Working with end-users of animal welfare schemes Welfare assessment during transport\, euthanasia\, slaughter New and emerging methods for animal welfare assessment This conference is partially supported by grants from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs including the Agri-Food and Rural Link KTT Program. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/5th-international-conference-on-the-assessment-of-animal-welfare-at-farm-and-group-level/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111117 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110713T141729 LAST-MODIFIED:20111019T122136 UID:18878@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:SASKATCHEWAN PORK INDUSTRY SYMPOSIUM 2011 DESCRIPTION:Join us in Saskatoon November 15-16\, 2011 for the 34th Annual Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium Saskatoon Inn\, Saskatoon\, SK 2011 BROCHURE & REGISTRATION 2011 SPEAKERS 2011 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Final conference agenda and registration info will be posted to this site September 1\, 2011   Contact:  Symposium Coordinator Email:  info@saskpork.com   Tel:  (306) 244-7752 LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/saskatchewan-pork-industry-symposium-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110813 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110712T062847 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T062847 UID:18724@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oklahoma Pork Open Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION: Need to know what's going on with OPC? Below are some of the events and Promotions. Feel free to contact us for more information. REGISTER FOR EVENT - $0.00 Aug 12th\, 2011 (Fri) Oklahoma Pork Open Golf Tournament Turkey Creek Golf Course\, Henessey\, Okla. Entry deadline: August 5 Download the entry form 4 Man Teams = $400 Tee-box sponsor = $200 Registration: 9 a.m. Shotgun Start: 10 a.m. Lunch Provided Only space for 24 teams LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oklahoma-pork-open-golf-tournament/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20111102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111105 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110712T062215 LAST-MODIFIED:20110712T062215 UID:18718@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:US Meat Export Federation-Strategic Planning Conference DESCRIPTION: Nov. 2-4\, 2011 Hilton El Conquistador Tucson\, AZ LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/us-meat-export-federation-strategic-planning-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110916 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T082622 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T082622 UID:18272@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show- September 13-15 2011, Woodstock Ontario DESCRIPTION: General Information Date\, Time\, Place September 13\,14\,15\, 2011 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Canada’s Outdoor Park\, Woodstock\, Ontario Approximately two hour drive west of Toronto in the heart of one of Canada’s prime agricultural areas! Daily Admission 1. Pay at the Gate Adults – $17.00 Youth (6-17) – $5.00 Children (Under 6) – Free 2. Second-Day Wristbands $10.00 for a second-day entry ONLY at Info Booths during the Show. Directions Canada’s Outdoor Park\, Woodstock\, Ontario 744906 Oxford Rd 17 at the corner of the 11th Line The GPS Coordinates for the Front gates at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show: Latitude: 43.153836 Longitude: -80.785189   View Larger Map LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/canada%e2%80%99s-outdoor-farm-show-september-13-15-2011-woodstock-ontario/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120122 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T082405 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T082405 UID:18271@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Banff Pork Seminar 2012 DESCRIPTION:2 pork swineweb Swineweb.com Plan to attend the Banff Pork Seminar\, January 17-21\, 2012 Celebrating its 41st year\, the Banff Pork Seminar’s time-tested formula of big-picture thinking and practical “take home” information still has its finger on the pulse of a pork community looking for solutions in an increasingly uncertain world. The goal is to provide a snapshot of the production\, trade\, financial and market challenges facing the industry at this point in time. Although these sessions tackle the pork industry from a number of different angles\, their common denominator is that they are all grounded in a fundamental concern for the profitability of the pork industry. The sessions are set up so that attendees can select the options most relevant to them. When it comes to networking\, most would probably agree that the biggest “bang for your buck” comes from attending events where key industry players are in the same place at the same time. And with several hundred industry participants from all around the globe attending every year\, industry leaders from all sectors supplying the pork industry will be at the Banff Pork Seminar. If the key to successful marketing is location\, then the Banff Pork Seminar’s setting in beautiful Banff National Park is one of the event’s biggest draws. For this reason and others\, the event’s appeal goes beyond business\, says Jim Haggins\, BPS Committee Chair. “I’ve often thought of the Banff Pork Seminar as an opportunity to get away from day-to-day operations and get my batteries recharged. Over the years\, there’s been strong support for the event to be held where producers can get away from their farms. That\, to me\, has always been an important part of it.” LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/banff-pork-seminar-2012/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120127 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T081719 LAST-MODIFIED:20111207T080314 UID:18267@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2012 Iowa Pork Congress, January 25-26 2012 DESCRIPTION: The Iowa Pork Producers Association will hold the 2012 Iowa Pork Congress Jan. 25 and 26 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. The nation’s largest winter swine tradeshow and conference will be held in Hy-Vee Hall at the Iowa Events Center\, as well as the Polk County Convention Complex. Pork Congress hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 25 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 26. The Iowa Pork Foundation’s annual Kickoff Reception and Auction will be held at Hy-Vee Hall Jan. 24 and the IPPA Youth Swine Judging contest will be held at the county convention complex Jan. 26. “We believe the Iowa Pork Congress is one of the most comprehensive swine conventions anyone associated with the pork industry could attend\,” said IPPA President Leon Sheets\, a producer from Ionia. “The educational opportunities are phenomenal and the tradeshow has probably the largest collection of swine-related vendors anywhere. With the various social events\, youth activities and networking opportunities\, the Iowa Pork Congress literally has something for everyone.” Attendees will find nearly everything needed to run a successful hog business at the tradeshow. Feed\, swine genetics\, building construction\, equipment and animal health are among the products and services marketed by the nearly 300 companies participating. IPPA will again welcome attendees to the Pork Information Plaza where guests can visit with IPPA producer leaders and representatives from the National Pork Board\, National Pork Producers Council and other affiliated organizations. The seminars and educational opportunities will likely be another popular draw for most attendees.For no additional cost\, producers can learn more about pork production. Topics of the nearly dozen sessions include PPRS\, swine diets\, animal well-being and the ever-popular regulations and nuisance case update. Dr. West Jamison will discuss the animal welfare movement in the keynote address. “Things are always changing in pork production and the seminars we offer will help keep producers in the know\,” said IPPA Iowa Pork Congress Committee Chairman Don Toale\, a pork producer from Independence. “Our goal is always to bring in the industry’s leading experts to present our seminars and provide the latest information available on the topics of greatest interest to producers.” Pork Congress offers something for everyone and pork producers\, pig handlers\, allied business representatives and high school and college students are encouraged to attend. Decision makers in farrowing\, finishing and seedstock production\, production employees\, veterinarians or anyone with an interest in the swine industry will gain valuable insight by attending the event. Registration Registration is currently open for the 2012 Iowa Pork Congress. The pre-registration deadline is Jan. 16\, 2012\, and IPPA members can attend the tradeshow and conference at no cost by registering early. Interested persons can register now at iowaporkcongress.org or by using the form in the November issue of the Iowa Pork Producer magazine. IPPA members can attend at no charge by registering online or by completing and submitting the form by the deadline. Non-IPPA members can save $5 off of the normal $10 admission cost by registering online by the deadline. Registrations will be accepted after the deadline through each day of the show\, but the cost will be $10. Those who pre-register can avoid lines and quickly pick up their pre-printed name badge and credentials at the Pre-registration desk the day of the show. For more information\, contact IPPA at (800) 372-7675 or visit www.iowaporkcongress.org. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2012-iowa-pork-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110713 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T081228 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T081345 UID:18265@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:PQA Plus® Advisor Recertification Training Offered July 12 DESCRIPTION:Advisor Recertification Training Offered July 12 Veterinarians and others who have completed Pork Quality Assurance Plus® Advisor Training under the National Pork Board’s PQA Plus® program during the initial training period in 2007-2008 need to attend a recertification session. The Iowa Pork Industry Center (IPIC) at Iowa State University will hold one such training July 12 on the Iowa State campus in Ames. The session is filled on a first received\, first accepted basis\, so people should submit their preregistration and payment as soon as possible. The preregistration form is available online at http://www.ipic.iastate.edu/PQAPRecert071211.docx. It also is available by fax by calling IPIC at 515-294-4103. Questions? Contact Sherry Hoyer at IPIC by email at shoyer@iastate.edu. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pqa-plus%c2%ae-advisor-recertification-training-offered-july-12/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110929 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20111006 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T080829 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T080829 UID:18263@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:USAHA/AAVLD Annual Meeting 2011 DESCRIPTION:The US Animal Health Association (USAHA) the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD) are organizing their 115th annual meeting this year. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/usahaaavld-annual-meeting-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110911 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110630T072444 LAST-MODIFIED:20110630T080547 UID:18261@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:September 9, 2011 - 4th Annual Onslow County Shrine Pig Cookin' DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/september-9-2011-4th-annual-onslow-county-shrine-pig-cookin/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110623 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110525T112945 LAST-MODIFIED:20110525T112945 UID:16870@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Ontario Pork Congress DESCRIPTION:The 37th annual Ontario Pork Congress. The complex proudly features: - two regulation rinks\, - 2000 person capacity in the Coliseum\, and - more than 10\,000 square feet of display space in the Agriplex LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ontario-pork-congress/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110623 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110506T101254 LAST-MODIFIED:20110506T101254 UID:16171@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Safe Pork 2011 DESCRIPTION:This conference will focuse on pigs and pork from farm to fork\, covering zonoses (Salmonella\, Campylobacter\, Toxoplasma\, Trichinella\, MRSA\, ESBLs\, Clostridium difficile\, etc.)\, contaminants and residues\, antimicrobial resistance\, methods to reduce antibiotic use\, HACCP and GMP\, production chain integration\, risk analysis\, economic evaluation of causes and interventions\, epidemiology\, interventions\, national monitoring and control programmes and consumers (education\, perceptions and behaviour). LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/safe-pork-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110519 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110523 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110506T100946 LAST-MODIFIED:20110506T100946 UID:16168@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:European Pig Producers' Congress 2011 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/european-pig-producers-congress-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110520 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110506T100840 LAST-MODIFIED:20110506T100840 UID:16167@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:VIV Russia 2011 DESCRIPTION:In its role as the nation's platform on animal production and meat processing\, VIV Russia showcases the industry's developments by the Feed to Meat concept. Feed to meat brings together supply and demand within the complete animal protein chain. The driver behind the chain concept is that animal feed and animal health are vital for meat quality and safety. VIV Russia will represent every step in the meat production process. Related topics will be featured in the VIV Russia Conference. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/viv-russia-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110518 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110506T100541 LAST-MODIFIED:20110506T100744 UID:16164@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2011 Global Pig Forum DESCRIPTION:Organised by the China Animal Agriculture Association (CAAA)\, the theme of this year's conference is 'Future perspective and sustainable development'. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2011-global-pig-forum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110511 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110512 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110506T100414 LAST-MODIFIED:20110506T100414 UID:16162@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Pig & Poultry Live 2011 DESCRIPTION:The National Breeders Roundtable brings together breeder specialists and geneticists from the industry\, universities\, and government to discuss the latest breeding research and developments\, along with genetic trends. This year's Roundtable will address issues such as Resource Allocations\, The Evolution of Genotyping Technologies and Their Commercialization\, Present Status and Prospects for Genomic Selection in Livestock\, MicroRNA: Small RNAs with a Big Impact\, 50 Years of the NC Layers Random Sample Test\, and Transgenic Salmon. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/pig-poultry-live-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110409 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110410 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110317T130253 LAST-MODIFIED:20110317T130253 UID:14304@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:BaconFest Chicago 2011 DESCRIPTION:April 9th 2011 at the UIC FORUM – Baconfest Chicago 2011 – Bigger\, Better\, and more Bacontastic. BaconfestChicago 2011 is a full day celebration of bacon: a Feast to end all Fests. Baconfest’sroster of bacon-foods\, bacon-inspired crafts\, and bacon-spirits comprises the greatest single culinary and cultural festival ever dedicated to Bacon. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/baconfest-chicago-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110526 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110314T122119 LAST-MODIFIED:20110314T122119 UID:14112@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Alltech’s INTL Animal Health & Nutrition Symposium DESCRIPTION:Facing mounting challenges\, our animal and feed industries need new technologies\, innovative solutions\, and insightful leadership. This year’s Alltech International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium addresses some of these challenges and generates new solutions by identifying The Game Changers. Least-cost ration formulation is an old game strategy that cannot achieve optimal animal health and nutrition. Today\, we must identify programmed nutrition for precision performance. We must generate sustainable profitability and develop innovative practices that allow us to use new raw materials\, add value to conventional agriculture products and emerging co-products\, and all in a manner that maintains the resources of the planet for future generations of farmers and the projected 9 billion inhabitants. For the 27th year\, people from around the world are invited to partake in this unique forum for sharing ideas. Join us at the Alltech 27th International Animal Health and Nutrition Symposium\, which will be held in Lexington\, Kentucky\, USA from the 22nd through the 25th of May\, 2011. Alltech's symposium consists of general plenary sessions\, along with breakout sessions focusing on aquaculture\, beef\, dairy\, equine\, poultry\, pigs\, pet food\, and regulatory\, food quality and traceability issues. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/alltech%e2%80%99s-intl-animal-health-nutrition-symposium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110428 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110218T102154 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T102154 UID:13101@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:BPEX/EBLEX Outlook Conference 2011 DESCRIPTION:The conference covers the whole of the red meat supply chain and tackles the European perspective with what CAP reform proposals will mean to the red meat sector as well supply and demand forecasts to 2012. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/bpexeblex-outlook-conference-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110417 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110218T102008 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T102008 UID:13100@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AMI International Meat, Poultry And Seafood Convention 2011 DESCRIPTION:The convention and exposition focuses on food safety\, processing\, packaging and transportation issues. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ami-international-meat-poultry-and-seafood-convention-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110415 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110218T101908 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T101908 UID:13099@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:NIAA Annual Conference 2011 DESCRIPTION:The theme of the National Institute in Animal Agriculture (NIAA) annual conference is 'Consumers' Stake in Today's Food Production: Meeting Growing Production Demands with Integrity'. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/niaa-annual-conference-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110408 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110218T101812 LAST-MODIFIED:20110218T101812 UID:13097@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:2011 Livestock Care Conference DESCRIPTION:AFAC’s Annual Livestock Care Conference (LCC) provides an opportunity for producers\, researchers\, industry\, students\, government and the public to address animal welfare issues from all sectors of the livestock industry. The LCC promotes the exchange of experiences and knowledge and offers participants a platform over which to meet domestic and international colleagues who are currently dealing with similar or new issues. The conference is the perfect place for the exchange of ideas\, and conversation is the inspiration for innovation. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/2011-livestock-care-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110330 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110401 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110217T123639 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T123639 UID:13075@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:London Swine Conference DESCRIPTION:The London Swine Conference is a technology transfer conference coordinated by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs\, Ontario Pork\, Ontario Pork Industry Council and University of Guelph. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/london-swine-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110312 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110217T123538 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T123538 UID:13074@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Iowa Pork Regional Conferences 2011 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/iowa-pork-regional-conferences-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110309 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110217T123449 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T123449 UID:13072@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AASV Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:This will be the 42nd meeting of the AASV. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/aasv-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110306 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110217T123245 LAST-MODIFIED:20110217T123245 UID:13070@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:National Pork Industry Forum 2011 DESCRIPTION:The theme chosen for this year's Forum is 'Your Pork Checkoff – A Silver Anniversary & A Golden Opportunity'. This year marks the 25th anniversary of what producers in 1986 called 'the 100 percent Checkoff'. LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/national-pork-industry-forum-2011/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110228 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110214T140431 LAST-MODIFIED:20110214T140431 UID:12902@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Oregon Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Iowa State University Campus LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/oregon-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110226 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110214T140306 LAST-MODIFIED:20110214T140306 UID:12901@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Michigan Pork Trade Show DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/michigan-pork-trade-show/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110223 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110214T140140 LAST-MODIFIED:20110214T140140 UID:12900@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:AMI Meat Conference DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/ami-meat-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110220 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110214T140054 LAST-MODIFIED:20110214T140054 UID:12899@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Idaho Pork Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/idaho-pork-annual-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20110215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20110216 DTSTAMP:20130519T184302 CREATED:20110214T135957 LAST-MODIFIED:20110214T135957 UID:12898@http://www.swineweb.com SUMMARY:Keystone Pork Expo DESCRIPTION: LOCATION: URL:http://www.swineweb.com/event/keystone-pork-expo/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR