HyLife, a leading food company, recognizes the importance of food security in supporting communities. In its third annual HyLife Holiday Helpers company food drive, employees, and leaders from across operations generously donated thousands of non-perishable items to local food banks. Acknowledging...

Preparing to swab a piglet to test for pathogens. A recent study led by College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) researchers takes new steps to eliminating Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae (M. hyopneumoniae), a bacterium that causes respiratory illness in pigs. M. hyopneumoniae is one of the...

In a positive development for the Canadian swine industry, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has recently lifted a previously imposed order that mandated certification for Seneca Valley virus in sows from a Manitoba assembly yard before crossing the...

U.S. pork exports posted another strong performance in October, led by record-large shipments to Mexico and broad-based growth elsewhere, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). October beef exports remained well...

Farmscape for December 8, 2023 Full Interview 21:04 Listen Research conducted with funding provided by Swine Innovation Porc shows increasing the inclusion of lysine in the diets of first parity gilts will help stimulate the formation of milk producing...

Source: Reuters The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is warning that more testing of African swine fever vaccines is needed, triggered by Vietnam's plans to export doses in coming months to fight a disease that regularly ravages pig farms...

The Real P3 · Anemia in Pigs with Katlyn McClellan - SDSU In this thought-provoking episode of the Real P3 podcast, we embark on a journey into the world of swine nutrition and sow health. Join us as we shine...

Buckle up for the hot seat, featuring Jim Long, the mastermind behind Genesus Genetics! In this episode, he breaks down the world's insatiable appetite for meat, backed by juicy stats and compelling graphs from his latest commentary. But the...

IN THIS ISSUE: Download the complete newsletter PAGE 1 Topigs Norsvin Canada Awards Banquets PAGE 4 Producer PROfile: Jeroen Van Boekel PAGE 5 New National Manager - Tom Elskamp Grass River Colony Gilt Grower PAGE 6 Employee Spotlight: André Lavergne Norsvin Landrace & TN Duroc in Canada PAGE 7 Pig of...

Source: Alltech Porcine epidemic diarrhea (PED) is a highly contagious viral disease that poses significant challenges to the swine industry worldwide. To effectively combat PED, a comprehensive approach involving prevention, robust biosecurity measures, effective disinfection practices, and an understanding of...

The Iowa Pork Producers Association will donate $10,000 worth of pork this week to help fight food insecurity in central Iowa. The Food Bank of Iowa and the Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) will receive donations, which will...

This podcast episode offers an exclusive journey into the world of organic pork production, shedding light on its nuances, challenges, and the driving force behind Du Breton Pork's commitment to excellence in animal welfare. Episode Highlights: 1. Introduction to...

Abstract Foreign animal disease (FAD) preparedness is a high priority for state and federal governments to ensure the protection of the nation’s livestock industry. Highly contagious diseases such as African swine fever (ASF) have been the focus of recent advancements...

Becca Walthart and Gabi Doughan, two Iowa State University graduate students, join the PigX Podcast for the month to discuss water biology and water quality. Throughout the episode, we touch on a wide array of water-related subjects, including why...

Farmscape for December 7, 2023 Feature Report Listen Dr. Gus Brihn 13:10 Listen SHIC-AASV Webinar 1:37:31 Listen A veterinary medical officer with USDA APHIS is encouraging veterinarians, physicians, epidemiologists and communication specialists to work together to better...