Flexible solution helps producers manage worst-case PCVAD scenarios
To stay ahead on porcine circovirus associated disease (PCVAD) management, Boehringer Ingelheim has launched the swine industry’s first porcine circovirus Type 2d-based baculovirus vector vaccine. The new vaccine, d-FENSE, demonstrates efficacy and...
This past week U.S. Cash Lean Hogs stayed strong with Iowa – S. Minnesota averaging $106.15 a lb. We expect lean hog prices to continue to rise as supply declines. Lean Hog Futures for June closed at $118.17 last...
Jim Long, President and CEO Genesus Genetics
Last week we attended the Illinois Pork Expo held in Springfield, Illinois. Our observations.
Illinois is the third-largest U.S. state with sows of 590,000. Iowa and North Carolina are first and second in sow...
Over the past month I have had many conversations about property insurance with our clients. While it is the time of year for finalizing business plans and forecasts for the future, the discussions have focused around coverage, premiums and...
Heather Hellman
Graduate research assistant
Marcia Carlson
State extension swine nutrition specialist
A balanced diet of required nutrients is vital in the operation of a profitable swine production. A nutritionally complete diet provides all the necessary nutrients required by the growing pig or...
Jim Long, President and CEO Genesus Genetics
Go figure, less hogs leads to higher prices! For months we suggested lean hog prices would surpass 2021, seems we are on track.
Observations
U.S. Pork Cut-outs closed $1.0996 on Friday.
Year to date...
February is National Hot Breakfast Month, and the goal of this celebration is to encourage more individuals to take time to prepare a hearty breakfast to start their day.
While it can be enjoyed any time of the day or...
Source: PigHealthToday.com
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) has challenged producers and swine veterinarians for decades. During that time, outbreak management and strategies have evolved along with the virus.
“If you ask 20 different people how they are managing PRRS outbreaks,...
Jim Long, President and CEO Genesus Genetics
Our Observations
As usual, well-organized event, a reflection of the professionalism of the organizers.
We observed fewer attendees than in past years. Probably a reflection of Covid issues and maybe biosecurity concerns related to PRRS...
Jim Long, President and CEO Genesus Genetics
It appears U.S. lean hog futures are finally moving closer to the reality that will be the spring-summer prices of 2022. For several weeks we have been speaking to the fact that from...