Abstract: Biosecurity measures reducing Salmonella spp. and hepatitis E virus prevalence in pig farms-a systematic review and meta-analysis Salmonella spp. and hepatitis E virus (HEV) are significant foodborne zoonotic pathogens that impact the health of livestock, farmers, and the general public. This study aimed to identify biosecurity measures (BSMs) against these pathogens on swine farms in Europe, the […]
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Abstract: Synthesizing evidence and identifying knowledge gaps in the role of swine in Japanese encephalitis virus transmission: a rapid systematic review of the literature
Abstract: Synthesizing evidence and identifying knowledge gaps in the role of swine in Japanese encephalitis virus transmission: a rapid systematic review of the literature The United States is considered a susceptible region with great potential for the introduction of the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) given the presence of competent mosquito vector species, susceptible maintenance avian […]
Podcast: Be the Pig’s Champion at the AASV Annual Meeting
In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Abbey Canon, from the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV), discusses the importance of swine veterinarians as champions for pig health and welfare. Dr. Canon shares insights into the planning of the AASV annual meeting, focusing on topics that cover every facet of swine health. […]
2024 Progress Report Reveals Record Year for SHIC
The Swine Health Information Center, launched in July 2015 with Pork Checkoff funding, maintains a mission to protect and enhance the health of the US swine herd. The 2024 Progress Report provides pork producers, swine veterinarians, and industry stakeholders with a review of SHIC’s activities and accomplishments to carry out its mission over the past […]
Position Announcement: Associate Veterinarian – Smithfield Hog Production – Iowa
Smithfield Hog Production is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to fill a position based in Algona, Iowa. The successful candidate will promote process improvement with a focus on disease prevention in order to improve the health of the system, and diagnose and treat diseases of swine by performing the following duties. Core Responsibilities The above statements […]
Position Announcement: Associate Veterinarian – Princeton, Missouri
Smithfield Hog Production seeks an Associate Veterinarian based in Princeton, Missouri. The successful candidate will promote process improvement with a focus on disease prevention in order to improve the health of the system, and will diagnose and treat diseases of swine by performing the following duties. Core Responsibilities The above statements are intended to describe […]
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Indiana/Ohio
Tyson Foods Inc, the world’s largest protein producer and the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500, is looking for a Veterinarian to join our Pork Group Technical Services team. The Pork Group Veterinarian I is primarily responsible for direct interaction with contract producers, and management company leadership in our Indiana/Ohio grow-finish operation. Daily […]
Position Announcement: Department Chair – Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine
The Department of Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine (VDPAM) in the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is seeking a dynamic and accomplished individual to serve as Department Chair. This is a full-time, 12-month appointment with a proposed start date of July 1, 2025. VDPAM is one of five academic departments in […]
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Oklahoma
Tyson Foods Inc, the world’s largest protein producer and the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500, is looking for a Veterinarian to join our Pork Group Technical Services team. The Pork Group Veterinarian I is primarily responsible for direct interaction with contract producers and management company leadership in our Holdenville/Central Oklahoma sow operation. […]
Are You Registered for AASV? One Week Left to Register Online
Are you making a list and checking it twice? Hotel room – check! Travel plans – check! AASV meeting registration – check! Wait, are you sure? Take a moment to confirm, as there’s only one week remaining to register online — after February 21, registration will close entirely until we’re on-site in San Francisco March 1-4. Conference […]