Increased positivity for the PRRS virus in the wean-to-market category, severe outbreaks of Strep zooepidemicus in Canada and APP making its appearance again this fall- what viruses should pork producers be concerned about this winter? Joining us to discuss the latest domestic disease challenges is Paul Sundberg, executive director, Swine Health Information Center.
Author Archives: AASV Staff
VCPR Requirements Fuel State Legislative Activity
The issue of whether to establish a veterinarian-client-patient-relationship (VCPR) through an in-person examination or solely electronic means has recently come before state legislatures and veterinary medical boards.
New Publication on California Prop 12 Considerations for Sow Management
Decisions around sow barn remodeling, reducing sow herd inventory, and adjusting gilt flow are some of the challenges U.S. pork producers face as they explore and consider options to make farms compliant with California’s Proposition 12 requirements.
How Iowa State University is Developing the Future of Production Animal Medicine
A recent American Veterinary Medical Association study found less than 4% of veterinarians nationwide predominantly practice production animal medicine.
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday – Social Wellbeing Tip: When eating lunch with members of the team, refrain from talking “shop” and instead encourage everyone to share fun facts about themselves.
Who is Leading AASV into the Future? Nominate Them by Dec 11 for an Award!
As AASV opens nominations for the awards to be presented at the 2024 annual meeting, it seems especially appropriate to keep the meeting theme – Leading AASV into the Future – in mind. Do you know a member who has demonstrated exemplary leadership and vision as they carry out their role in practice, tech services, academia, research, or another area? Someone whose actions are benefiting and leading AASV and the swine veterinary profession into the future? Nominate them for one of the following six awards to be presented in Nashville, Tennessee! Nominations are due December 11.
Students: DUE NOV 17 – Alternate Student Delegate on AASV Board of Directors
The AASV Student Engagement Committee is accepting applications from veterinary students interested in serving as the Alternate Student Delegate on the AASV Board of Directors. This student will represent student interests and serve as a non-voting member of the AASV board. This experience will provide the student with a unique perspective of the inner workings of the AASV. The term of service is 2 years: the first year as alternate student delegate, and the second year as the student delegate.
Let’s have a Grand Ole Auction, Y’all! Donate by Dec 1
Yee haw! AASV is headed to Nashville, Tennessee, the home of country music, Honky Tonk Highway, and the Grand Ole Opry! As you dig those cowboy boots out of the closet and start practicing your line dance moves, take a few minutes to think about how you can “step up” to support the AASV Foundation fundraising auction!
Applications Sought for 2024 AABP Building Excellence in Rural Veterinary Practices Workshop
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners presents USDA-NIFA funded workshops for early-career veterinarians to improve the business management of their practices.
Student Internship: Call for Applications for 3 Iowa State Internship Programs
The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM) is seeking veterinary student applicants for summer 2024 swine, bovine and poultry internship positions!