In this episode of ‘At The Meeting,’ Dr. Zhen Yang from Nanjing Agriculture University shares his expertise on the evolving Chinese swine industry. He covers everything from the aftermath of African Swine Fever (ASF) to the rise of large-scale...
In the podcast, Extension Swine Educator Sarah Schieck Boelke speaks with Courtney Archer who is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Animal Science. Courtney speaks about a research project she completed to identify the tail biter pig in...
Boar’s Head Provisions has settled its first wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the Listeria outbreak earlier this year, according to the law firm representing the victim’s family.
The lawsuit was filed by a Virginia family after the death of Gunter...
Scientists Develop Practical Biosecurity Tool for the Swine Industry
Kansas State University researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to enhance biosecurity in the swine industry by detecting African Swine Fever (ASF) virus on surfaces. This innovation could significantly bolster efforts...
In this episode, I talk with Brian Jenckes from Moose River Farm in New Hampshire. Bryan's farm operation is quickly growing to where he is needing more space than his 10acre tract can allow. We discuss the details of...
Soybean meal (SBM) is the primary source of amino acids (AA) and energy in diets for swine throughout the world. However, less SBM is often used in diets to decrease nitrogen (N) excretion and environmental pollution. Nonetheless, it is...
Swine respiratory disease (SRD) is a persistent challenge in swine production, causing significant economic losses, particularly during colder months when barns are closed, and ventilation is limited. SRD, a complex of viral and bacterial infections, can lead to systemic...
The Swine Health Information Center and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research have recently funded six new projects to enhance US prevention, preparedness, mitigation and response capabilities for Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV). As a transboundary disease risk for...
Detroit-based E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc., known for its corned beef and protein processing expertise, has announced plans to refurbish its facility in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. This move is aimed at increasing production capacity and accommodating growing demand for...
Public perception and trust play a critical role in advancing sustainable and ethical practices in animal agriculture.
Livestock farming in the United States is getting a lot of attention because people worry about its effects on animals, the environment, and...