Journal of Swine Health and Production

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VOLUME 25, NUMBER 5

Cover Photo

Curious Iowa nursery pig
Photo courtesy of Tina Smith

 The Journal of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians

President's message: What and when will the next game-changing technology be for pork production?
Alex Ramirez

Executive Director's message: One-Health: condemnation or collaboration?
Tom Burkgren

Executive Editor's message: Change
Terri O'Sullivan

Investigating the reproductive performance of gilt progeny entering the breeding herd
Craig JR, Collins CL, Athorn RZ, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

An economic analysis of sow retention in a US breed-to-wean system
Gruhot TR, Calderón Díaz JA, Baas TJ, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Food and Drug Administration Guidance 209 and 213 and Veterinary Feed Directive regulations regarding antibiotic use in livestock: A survey of preparation and anticipated impacts in the swine industry
Schulz LL, Rademacher CJ
(PDF PDF version available)

Severe outbreak of adventitious sternal bursitis in a pig herd in Central Italy
Marruchella G, Mosca F, Di Provvido A, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

News from the National Pork Board

  • Research Review Newsletter
  • National Pork Board adds funds for secure pork supply, creates checklist
  • Checkoff’s Pig Welfare Symposium coming in November
  • Repositioning pork for changing audience

AASV news

  • Nominate exceptional colleagues for AASV awards
  • AASV seeks young energetic talent
  • Call for papers -- AASV 2018 Student Seminar (Veterinary Student Scholarships)
  • Call for submissions -- Industrial Partners
  • Do you have a practice tip to share?

AASV Foundation news: AASV past presidents compete for new donors

Advocacy in action: AASV Executive Committee visits DC
Harry Snelson

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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.