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Johnson: Five steps for porcine circovirus control

Some breed-to-wean farms that have been vaccinated for porcine circovirus (PCV) have experienced breakdowns in their control of the virus. Clayton Johnson, DVM,...
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Reducing PRRS outbreaks by using air filtration: What you need to know

Jeff Feder, DVM, with Swine Vet Center, has spent 15 years fine-tuning filtration systems in client hog barns. Today, Feder has records to prove air filtration does...
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Don’t forget the sow in post-farrowing management plans

The first several hours post-farrowing is a critical time not just for newborn piglets but also for the sow.
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First-hand ASF experience offers lessons for US industry

Plan for the worst; hope for the best. That’s good advice for many situations but particularly accurate when it comes to African swine fever (ASF).
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Five ways to get weaned pigs off to a good start

Getting pigs off to a good start is both an art and science, and even under the best of circumstances it can be challenging. It’s even more difficult this year due to...
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Scientific foundation explains efficacy of Excede® for Swine against SRD pathogens

DISCOVERIES, Issue 22: A robust body of research explains the efficacy of Excede® for Swine (ceftiofur crystalline free acid) against four of the bacterial pathogens...
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Johnson: Five steps for porcine circovirus control

Some breed-to-wean farms that have been vaccinated for porcine circovirus (PCV) have experienced breakdowns in their control of the virus. Clayton Johnson, DVM,...
read more

First-hand ASF experience offers lessons for US industry

Plan for the worst; hope for the best. That’s good advice for many situations but particularly accurate when it comes to African swine fever (ASF).
read more

Don’t forget the sow in post-farrowing management plans

The first several hours post-farrowing is a critical time not just for newborn piglets but also for the sow.
read more

Scientific foundation explains efficacy of Excede® for Swine against SRD pathogens

DISCOVERIES, Issue 22: A robust body of research explains the efficacy of Excede® for Swine (ceftiofur crystalline free acid) against four of the bacterial pathogens...
read more

8 ways to boost immunity in livestock

Victor Cortese, DVM, PhD, drew on his decades of field experience and expertise in immunology to offer tips for optimizing immunity in swine herds in the face of IAV-S.
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Study sheds light on antimicrobial use in US wean-to-market pigs

The findings of a recent study show it’s feasible to obtain data on antimicrobial use while keeping information confidential.
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Common mistakes to avoid during PRRS elimination

Respiratory health

Eliminating porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) virus from a breeding herd is not a simple task, and no herd acts exactly like the next, according to Brad Leuwerke, DVM, with Swine Vet Center, St. Peter, Minnesota.

Free booklet offers insights on responsible, effective antimicrobial use in swi...

Antibiotic Management

Antibiotics remain essential tools for maintaining high levels of herd health and welfare, but veterinarians and producers must use them responsibly.

Developing data-driven biosecurity programs

Individual Pig care

Pablo Moreno, DVM, Swine Veterinary and Production International Service LLC, recently spoke with Pig Health Today about implementing best biosecurity practices.

Processing fluids provide an option to monitor PCV2 and PCVAD

Porcine Circovirus

Effective PCV2 control relies on vaccination of healthy pigs before they become infected. This goal cannot be accomplished in unstable herds whose sows give birth to viremic pigs.

How stress hammers a pig’s intestinal system

Gut Health

Experts say some forms of sustained stress can weaken a pig’s immune system and make it more vulnerable to disease and performance losses.

Iowa scientist sees ‘a lot of genetic diversity’ in swine influenza viruses

Diagnostics

According to research, swine influenza A viruses have become more complicated in recent years. There is a great deal of diversity within the influenza virus.

Connor: Cautious optimism in future management of ASF

Emerging diseases

African swine fever (ASF) has continued its steady, insidious spread in other parts of the world, but the fact that the US has remained free of the virus to-date has given veterinarians a window of opportunity.

Tackle post-weaning E. coli issues with aggressive cleaning, vaccination

Expert Advice

By Ryan Strobel, DVM, Swine Vet Center

Revised herd classifications expand the PRRS road map

PRRS

The system used to classify breeding herds according to their PRRSV status has long helped swine veterinarians around the world to track the pathogen’s progress.

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