Abstract: Monitoring emerging pathogens using negative nucleic acid test results from endemic pathogens in pig populations: Application to porcine enteric coronaviruses
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People on the Move: Dr. Mitch Christensen
Dr. Mitch Christensen recently joined Suidae Health and Production as the Director of Management Services. In this role he will provide leadership and oversight to the management segment of the Suidae business. Dr. Christensen was most recently employed as the Chief Veterinary Officer with Topigs Norsvin where he led the global veterinary team. His updated contact information […]
Study Finds Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories Played Crucial Roles in COVID-19 Response
According to a study conducted by researchers at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, veterinary diagnostic labs across the United States had a substantial positive effect on the health of humans during the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper was recently published in PLOS on June 25, 2024, and demonstrated the benefits of mobilizing these facilities […]
Position Announcement: Associate Veterinarian (Swine) – Laurinburg, North Carolina
A great job – and a great future – awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We’re an $18 billion U.S. food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Promotes process […]
Promoting Judicious Use of Antimicrobials
Veterinarians have an important role to play in preserving the effectiveness of antimicrobials for both human and veterinary medicine. The AVMA has developed a suite of veterinary tools to support AVMA members and our veterinary teams in doing this in daily practice. From stewardship checklists and pathogen resistance reports to client brochures and FAQs, the […]
Saskatchewan Issues Moratorium on New Wild Boar Farms
The Saskatchewan livestock sector is now supported through The Animal Production Act. The new act governs animal production in Saskatchewan including domestic game farming, fur farming, wild boar farming (new addition), domestic meat inspection, milk compositional standards, livestock inspection and transportation, animal identifiers, premises identification, stray animals (livestock specific), animal keeper’s liens and livestock dealer licensing. […]
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 […]
Externship: Veterinary Government Relations with NPPC – Apply by Aug 9
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) is offering a veterinary government relations externship opportunity for three (3), 4th-year veterinary students for the fall of 2024 (September 9-20).
Sow hemoglobin: Potential biomarker for identifying ‘at risk’ sows
When you think of iron status, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe iron for newborn pigs? Or, “Iron sharpens iron?” Maybe iron as a symbol of strength? This article is focused on the latter point in sows. The swine industry’s pursuit of genetic advancements to enhance reproductive efficiency has yielded success, […]
DVM Students: Start planning now to apply for the Morrison Swine Innovator Prize this Summer!
Veterinary students: Are you shadowing a swine practitioner this summer or have you been involved in an interesting clinical case investigation? Did you work on your veterinary skills by designing a differential diagnosis list or working on a treatment plan? Did you investigate a problem by analyzing production records? Share your work at the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference to win the Morrison Swine Innovator Prize!