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Journal of Swine Health and Production

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VOLUME 23, NUMBER 6

Cover Photo

A modern Iowa finisher

Photo courtesy of Sue Schulteis

 The Journal of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians

President’s message: One million pigs on the road every day
Ron Brodersen

Executive Editor’s message: Our swine library
Terri O’Sullivan

Why do you do what you do?
Bill DuBois

Depletion of bromadiolone in tissues of hogs following oral exposure
Enouri S, Dekroon K, Friendship R, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Evaluation of disinfection protocols to reduce virus transmission via livestock transport vehicles using model trailers and experimental conditions
 Schneider PT, Zhang J, Ramirez A, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Experimental inoculation of neonatal piglets with feed naturally contaminated with porcine epidemic diarrhea virus
 Pillatzki AE, Gauger PC, Madson DM, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Elimination of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae from breed-to-wean farms: A review of current protocols with emphasis on herd closure and medication
Holst S, Yeske P, Pieters M
(PDF PDF version available)

News from the National Pork Board:

  • Pyburn to lead Checkoff’s science and technology team
  • New educational series: How to beat the long-term effects of seasonal pig stress
  • Consumer outreach: Pork Education Center now open

AASV news:

  • Nominate exceptional colleagues for AASV awards
  • Is your practice on "The List?"

AASV Meeting Program
Links to the web page for the AASV Annual Meeting to ensure you get the latest information. Please see the whole-issue PDF if you’d like to see what was printed in the journal.

AASV Foundation news:

  • Fine weather, keen competition highlight AASV Foundation Golf Outing
  • AASV Foundation issues call for research proposals: $60,000 available
  • Jazz It UP — Give Generously in The Big Easy!

Advocacy in action: Pounds of paperwork
Harry Snelson

Thank you, reviewers

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The Journal of Swine Health and Production is published by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians. Opinions expressed in this publication are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the endorsement, official attitude, or position of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, the Journal of Swine Health and Production, or any Industry Support Council member. The Journal of Swine Health and Production is a refereed publication and is a benefit of membership in the American Association of Swine Veterinarians.