Abstract: Experimental inoculation of pigs with monkeypox virus results in productive infection and transmission to sentinels
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Ohio House Passes Feral Swine, Garbage Feeding Bill
A bill prohibiting the importation and hunting of feral swine and ending the practice of garbage feeding has passed the Ohio House by a vote of 89-0. H.B. 503 does allow a property owner or tenant to eradicate wild boar or feral swine on private or public property without a hunting license, if the person notifies the state’s division of wildlife within 24 hours and follows the division’s instructions for handling and disposing of the carcass.
Abstract: Assessing and comparing disease prevention knowledge, attitudes, and practices among veterinarians in Illinois, United States of America
Abstract: Assessing and comparing disease prevention knowledge, attitudes, and practices among veterinarians in Illinois, United States of America
Register Today for the 2024 ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference
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 Swine Day, which will be held on Thursday July 25, 2024. Although the events are separate, this provides the opportunity to feature two extraordinary conferences here in Ames.
SHIC Wean-to-Harvest Biosecurity: Assessing Factors Impacting Pig Caretaker Motivation and Compliance Final Report
A study funded through the Swine Health Information Center Wean-to-Harvest Biosecurity Research Program, in partnership with the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) and Pork Checkoff, recently evaluated caretaker motivation related to compliance with biosecurity behaviors Led by Dr. Michael Chetta of Talent Metrics Consulting, an exploratory study was conducted to establish a baseline for worker motivation and identify the primary factors within the industry that could be impacting biosecurity compliance.
Does Your Practice or Company Host Veterinary Students? Let Us Know!
AASV members, do you have opportunities for students to gain experience in your practice or production company? Attract interested students with your listing in the AASV directory of swine-oriented internships and externships!
New AASV Website Coming Soon
The AASV Communications Committee, IT specialist Dave Brown, and staff have been working hard to update and upgrade the AASV website, and we’re excited to announce it’s coming soon! Read the e-letter each week for a sneak peak at what to expect.
Leman Swine Conference – Submission of Research Abstracts is Now Open
The Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, September 21-24, 2024, offers a great opportunity to showcase your work and help improve the world’s pig industry. For 50 years the conference has brought science-driven solutions to the complex challenges facing the industry. It starts with you! Bring your findings to the 2024 Leman Conference and be part of the discussion.
MentorVet Leap Scholarships Available
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 MentorVet to provide you with extra support in the transition to practice.
Free Virtual Suicide Prevention Training for Agricultural Communities
AgriSafe is offering free suicide prevention training designed specifically for agricultural communities June 13, 12-1:30pm CDT. Together, we can work to reduce the number of deaths by suicide and support those who are struggling. The intended audience for this training is anyone interacting with individuals in the agricultural industry, including agribusiness and rural business employers/employees.