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The editors of Pig Health Today are acutely aware of the hardships facing the pork industry as it responds to plant closures, labor shortages and other challenges resulting from the pandemic.

At the same time, we recognize that maintaining herd health and biosecurity are vital to the industry’s long-term security and sustainability. We therefore will continue to report on the latest news and information to help the pork industry meet this goal. As always, we welcome your comments and editorial suggestions.

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Managing MLV PRRS vaccines for optimum performance and returns
By Joseph F. Connor, DVM, MS, Carthage Veterinary Service, Ltd.
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Watch your Strep: Keep your guard up for this evolving bacterium
Few things remain the same for long on a hog farm. By the very nature of today’s production system, pigs are continuously moving on or off a site. One thing that...
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Inadequate iron supplements cause subclinical anemia in weaned pigs
The standard 200 mg iron shot for baby pigs at processing may not be enough iron to last until weaning.
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Finding opportunities to improve pig health during these challenging times
By Joseph F. Connor, DVM, MS, Carthage Veterinary Service
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Processing fluids provide an option to monitor PCV2 and PCVAD
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...
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Comparing PCV2 gilt vaccination protocols and progeny status
Porcine circovirus type 2 is the principal etiological agent of porcine circovirus associated disease (PCVAD), which can cost producers an estimated $3 to $4 per pig.
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What we learned from PED applies to COVID-19
Swine veterinarians and producers may feel déjà vu when they hear about the COVID-19 epidemic in the US.
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Moving pig health to the back burner — if only for a moment
By Larry Rueff, DVM, Swine Vet Services, Greensburg, Indiana
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Minimal evidence of antibiotic resistance in swine
Data indicate minimal resistant infections in swine, but that will not deter efforts to maximize preventive care and minimize the need for antibiotics.
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Automatic foggers fall short in disinfecting hog-farm supplies
Preventing fomites from carrying pathogens into hog farms is a daily biosecurity priority, but how effective are typical disinfection protocols?
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German researchers: Pigs, poultry not susceptible to COVID-19
Scientists in Germany have confirmed that pigs and chickens are not susceptible to COVID-19.
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Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae: New strategies for an old ‘bug’
Managing Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae (M. hyo) is nothing new for US pig veterinarians and producers, but there are a number of new tools available to deal with the...
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Study compares PRRSV antibody-sampling options for sows
PRRS
When it comes to porcine reproductive and respiratory virus it’s important for the veterinarian and farm personnel to know the health status of a herd or barn.
Diagnostic experts: PCV3 is common in US swine herds
Porcine Circovirus
PCV3 was first reported in 2016, but appears to have been present in swine populations decades prior to that time. PCV3 strains are similar to one another but are very different from PCV2.
Maintain mycoplasma-negative herds with laryngeal swab tests from incoming gilts
Diagnostics
Sow farms that have eradicated M. hyo must continue surveillance to keep the pathogen out or the results will be devastating.
Automatic foggers fall short in disinfecting hog-farm supplies
Biosecurity
Preventing fomites from carrying pathogens into hog farms is a daily biosecurity priority, but how effective are typical disinfection protocols?
Moving pig health to the back burner — if only for a moment
Expert Advice
By Larry Rueff, DVM, Swine Vet Services, Greensburg, Indiana
Seven tips for fine tuning sow feed efficiency
Breeding herd
Want to know what’s really impacting your bottom line? Get down to slat level, says a sow-management specialist. That’s where the less obvious feed-related factors could be stealing your ROI.
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.
Moving parts: Integrated, holistic approach needed for effective mycoplasma con...
Respiratory health
Renewed interest in M. hyo and its impact on herd health and performance has prompted producers and veterinarians to re-evaluate control strategies for the costly bacterial disease.
Gebhart: Cracking the Strep suis code
Emerging diseases
Streptococcus suis (Strep suis) is becoming more prevalent and more complex in US swine herds. The coccoid-shaped, Gram-positive bacterium is also a zoonotic disease, capable of transmission from pigs to humans.
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