Herd immunity in pigs: A case study for getting America back to work
How does herd immunity in pigs apply to COVID-19? Some veterinarians say it has everything to do with this current pandemic situation.
Strategies to help manage tough times created by COVID-19
The fallout from COVID-19 hit the US pork industry with a vengeance. Midwestern packing plants facing worker shortages reduced processing and, in some cases, completely closed their doors.
What we learned from PED applies to COVID-19
Swine veterinarians and producers may feel déjà vu when they hear about the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic in the US.
Inadequate iron supplements cause subclinical anemia in weaned pigs
The standard 200 mg iron shot for baby pigs at processing may not be enough iron to last until weaning.
Batch farrowing makes a comeback on small- to medium-sized sow farms
The practice of farrowing sows in groups and not continuously is making a reappearance as small- to medium-sized sow farms seek ways to stay competitive.