The North American PRRS Symposium brings together internationally recognized researchers, industry and academic professionals, and students to deliver the latest knowledge about the control of PRRS, PEDV, ASFV, and other emerging swine viruses. The meeting takes place in Chicago, Illinois, on December 8 and 9, 2024. This year’s program includes six plenary scientific sessions, a translational workshop […]
Category Archives: Education
SHIC/AASV Webinar 8/26/2024: Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health
On August 26, 2024, from 1:00 to 2:30 pm CT, the Swine Health Information Center and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians will co-host a webinar, Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health. Conducted by the Iowa State University Swine Medicine Education Center, the webinar will feature subject matter experts sharing […]
SHIC Delivers Swine Health Information at Leman Conference
The Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, an annual educational event for the global swine industry, will take place September 21-24, 2024, at the RiverCentre in St. Paul, Minnesota. Swine veterinarians, pork producers, and other swine professionals will convene to attend the Leman Swine Conference and learn the latest information and research outcomes in swine production, […]
Upcoming Support Groups: Veterinary Hope Foundation
With a mission of supporting mental health, the Veterinary Hope Foundation offers small group sessions for veterinary professionals. These groups provide a community to share common experiences as well as resources and information specific to the profession. During the six-week program, support groups of eight people meet online each week. Affinity groups are offered based […]
Abstracts Due Sep 1: AAEV Applied Animal and Public Health Research & Extension Symposium
The American Association of Extension Veterinarians (AAEV) Symposium is a fantastic opportunity for veterinarians and veterinary students to share their projects with others in the field, and network with others that interface with the public sector! Please consider submitting an abstract, or encourage others (including veterinary or graduate students). The American Association of Extension Veterinarians seeks […]
Free Webinar Aug 28 – Overcoming Barriers and Understanding the Psychological Impact of Livestock Euthanasia: A Study on Spanish-Speaking Swine Caretakers’ Pig Euthanasia Practices on U.S. Farm
Join AgriSafe for a free webinar, Overcoming Barriers and Understanding the Psychological Impact of Livestock Euthanasia: A Study on Spanish-Speaking Swine Caretakers’ Pig Euthanasia Practices on U.S. Farm, Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 12 PM – 1 PM Central Daylight Time. Register here. Summary: The webinar will be focused on the impact of pig euthanasia on […]
SHIC/AASV Webinar 8/26/2024: Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health
On August 26, 2024, at 1 pm CT, the Swine Health Information Center and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians will co-host a webinar, Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health. Conducted by the Iowa State University Swine Medicine Education Center, the webinar will feature subject matter experts sharing insights on […]
Webinar Aug 19: New Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae Eradication Roadmap: Step-by-Step Approach for Successful Eradication Programs
Breakthrough research relating to aerosol exposure in 2017 marked a major turning point for Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae (M. hyopneumoniae) eradication programs, making eradication a much more attainable goal. Now, new findings pertaining to the refined aerosol-exposure method, diagnostic questions, day-0 confirmation methods and end-of- herd-closure confirmations offer updated direction regarding the main elements and steps of an eradication […]
2024 Leman Swine Conference Program Available
The 2024 Leman Swine Conference Program is now available! This year’s conference has so many great speakers! Keynotes and breakouts will cover a wide range of topics, including biosecurity, viruses, industry updates, ventilation, pork demand, and more! Register by August 15 to receive the early registration rate! Check out the program!
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine Swine Group Will Organize 2028 IPVS International Conference
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. The IPVS Congress, one of the largest swine veterinarian events for the global pig industry, brings […]