Every day, independent family farms across the country rely on Pipestone Veterinary Services to provide outstanding veterinary care to assist with their ability to provide a wholesome food source to help feed the growing world. We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual to join our fast-paced veterinary team based in York, Nebraska as we continue our next phase of growth. As a swine veterinarian, you already have a pretty good idea of the day-to-day requirements associated with this type of job, but here are a few we would like to highlight.
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Abstract: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Clade 2.3.4.4b Virus Infection in Domestic Dairy Cattle and Cats, United States, 2024
Abstract: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) Clade 2.3.4.4b Virus Infection in Domestic Dairy Cattle and Cats, United States, 2024
Wellness Wednesday – Pause for Mental Health Awareness Month
Long hours, physical labor, financial stress, isolation and uncertainty due to weather and market conditions — these factors can contribute to increased stress, anxiety and depression among farmers.
USDA NAHMS Swine Program Update
In 2021, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Animal Health Monitoring System, in collaboration with the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, conducted its sixth national study of U.S. large enterprise swine operations. Approximately 2,700 swine operations from 13 states, accounting for about 96 percent of U.S. swine operations with 1,000 or more pigs, were asked to participate.
Passing of E. Wayne Johnson
AASV was saddened to learn of the April 16 passing of Dr. E. Wayne Johnson, a longtime member of the AASV.
Position Announcement: Assistant State Veterinarian
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is currently seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Assistant State Veterinarian. As an integral part of our team, the Assistant State Veterinarian will play a crucial role in planning, directing, and managing production animal programs within the Division of Animal Health, while providing essential support to the State Veterinarian. This position, based in the Wallace Building in Des Moines, Iowa, will involve both office-based responsibilities and fieldwork, including supervision of district veterinarians. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license for statewide travel and hold a current Iowa veterinary license.
Position Announcement: Combined Veterinary Residency in Animal Welfare and MS in Animal Welfare and Behavior
The PennVet residency in animal welfare is a three-year program aimed at developing a knowledge base in animal welfare in a broad variety of species and under varied conditions but focused on swine.
Position Announcement: Swine MnDRIVE Faculty Position
The University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Veterinary Population Medicine announces a career opportunity for a contract, tenured or tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor ranks.
Abstract: Mapping the future of antimicrobial use data collection in US animal agriculture: insights from FDA-funded pilot studies
Abstract: Mapping the future of antimicrobial use data collection in US animal agriculture: insights from FDA-funded pilot studies
A Win for U.S. Pork: USDA to Raise User Fees for Quarantine and Inspection Program
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will raise the user fees for the Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection (AQI) program effective Oct. 1, 2024. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) said it supports the hike, which will help fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agricultural inspectors stationed at U.S. ports of entry and carrying out the AQI program.