Veterinarians think PLF could help in more ways than producers do.
Innovative types of technology that focus on monitoring and managing pigs fall into a category often described as precision livestock farming (PLF). PLF collects real-time data from pigs to...
Abstract
The 2018 African swine fever (ASF) outbreak highlighted the importance of biosecurity in food production systems. Despite the significant economic impacts, the sociopsychological consequences on decision-making have been overlooked. Previous studies have focused on algebraic models and simulation-based models...
Swine veterinarians and scientists from around the world will make their way to Minnesota for the 2028 International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) Congress hosted in Minneapolis by the University of Minnesota (UMN) College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) Swine Group.
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The American Association of Swine Veterinarians announces an opportunity for veterinary students to make a scientific presentation at the AASV Annual Meeting in San Francisco, California, on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Interested students are invited to submit a one-page...
Join Four Star Veterinary Service for the Midwest pork industry's premier educational and networking event
Four Star Veterinary Service announces its annual Pork Industry Conference will be held September 10-11, 2024 in Muncie, Indiana and invites producers, nutritionists, academia and industry...
As a veterinarian, you've followed your calling to support the health and well-being of animals. While the rewards of your chosen profession are plenty, the veterinary profession can be challenging. That's why AASV is excited to be collaborating with...
Farmscape for June 19, 2024
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A series of surveys of practicing swine veterinarians conducted by the Western College of Veterinary Medicine suggests a need to step up the recruitment of veterinary students. In response to...
Highlights
Companion animal veterinarians had lower disease-reporting knowledge.
Large animal veterinarians had higher knowledge of biosecurity practices.
Discrepancy between veterinarians’ attitudes and practices was identified.
Training improved disease risk perception, reporting, and biosecurity practices.
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Veterinarians play an essential role in...
We are eager to bring back a transformed 2024 ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center. The conference will be held on Wednesday July 24, 2024 as a one day meeting prior to Iowa...
Farmscape for May 14, 2024
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A series of swine medicine surveys conducted by the Western College of Veterinary Medicine suggests some previous experience working with swine is an important factor in attracting veterinary students into...