The American Association of Swine Veterinarians is once again providing an opportunity for 30 students to earn $200 each at the 2025 AASV Annual Meeting in San Francisco, California, by conducting a recorded interview of an AASV speaker for podcasting. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to expand your knowledge and get to know […]
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SHIC Update on Recent Detection of FMDV Serotype O in Germany
SHIC actively monitors global swine diseases as part of its mission to enhance swine health through the identification and mitigation of emerging disease threats. On January 10, 2025, Germany confirmed its first outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) since 1988. The outbreak was detected in a herd of water buffalo in the Märkisch-Oderland district of […]
Swine Education & Outreach Grant Program RFP
NPB is thrilled to announce that it will fund the Swine Education & Outreach Professional grant program in 2025, offering $600,000 to swine educators. Deadline for Grant Proposal Submissions: Jan. 31, 2025 The Heart of the Program Swine education and outreach professionals play a crucial role in the swine industry by educating and training students, […]
Vote Now: AASV Vice President and President-Elect
The annual election for AASV Vice President and President-Elect is underway. The nominees for Vice President are Dr. Melissa Billing (Ohio) and Dr. Chris Rademacher (Iowa). Information about the candidates appears in the Jan/Feb 2025 issue of the Journal of Swine Health & Production. The ballot also includes the candidate for President-elect, Dr. Rebecca Robbins (Texas), […]
Scholarships Available for MentorVet Leap; Apply by February 7
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians and MentorVet continue their partnership to offer scholarships to swine veterinarians early in their careers. AASV has approved funding of 5 additional scholarships for early-career swine vets to participate in the spring 2025 MentorVet Leap program. The MentorVet Leap program is a 6-month, entirely virtual, evidence-based mentorship and professional […]
AVMA 2025-2026 Fellowship Program Applications Open
From recent veterinary school graduates to veterinarians with years of experience, every veterinarian possesses the skills needed to make a difference. The AVMA Fellowship Program is an unparalleled opportunity to shape public policy while enhancing your knowledge of the political process. The AVMA is now accepting applications for the AVMA 2025 – 2026 Fellowship Program. […]
NPPC Welcomes Line Speeds Study Results, Encourages FSIS to Make Program Permanent
In a win for efficiency in feeding a growing population and alleviating supply issues, the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) celebrated the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service’s (FSIS) decision to extend the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) increased line speed trials through May 15, 2025. “Pork producers appreciate USDA’s thoughtful and […]
Call for Abstract Submissions: SafePork 2025
The deadline for submitting abstracts for the 15th International Symposium on the Epidemiology and Control of Biological, Chemical and Physical Hazards in Pigs and Pork – SafePork Congress – is on 28 February 2025. You are invited to present your innovative research and share it with experts in the field. Your insights are valuable for advancing our collective knowledge. […]
Take Action to Maintain Access to AASV Members-Only Content – Create a New Password for the New Website
We are pleased to announce the launch of AASV’s new website! If you haven’t yet visited, explore the new website at https://aasv.org. We’ve worked hard to ensure a smooth transition, but we know there will be missed bumps in the road. Thank you for letting us know if you run into anything that doesn’t work and for your patience as we work to resolve any unexpected issues.
People on the Move: Dr. Reid Philips
After 30+ years working for Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, Dr. Reid Philips is entering the retirement phase of his career. He’s planning to focus more of his time on backpacking and fly fishing in mountain wilderness venues while still staying close to friends and colleagues in the swine industry. His updated contact information is available […]