Diseases
PRRS elimination projects utilize PADRAP
Numerous regional porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome control/elimination projects across the country are gaining momentum and most are utilizing Production Animal Disease Risk Assessment Program to help producers see the benefits of participating in the project.
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CDC confirms detection of reassortant influenza virus
An influenza A (H1N1) virus that is known to circulate in U.S. swine but not humans has been detected in an adult in the state of Wisconsin, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The patient reported occupational contact with swine prior to illness onset.
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Still time to register for PRRS webinar, Dec. 21
You can still sign up to participate in Pork Network’s free webinar-- “PRRS: Strategies to keep it at bay.” The hour-long session will take place on Wed., Dec. 21, at 10:30 a.m (Central Time).
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Animal Traceability Rule comments end; awaiting the next step
USDA’s comment period for the proposed national livestock identification program came to a close on Dec. 9. NPPC supports a mandatory traceability program and submitted comments on behalf of the Swine Identification Implementation Task Force.
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Webinar for answers to PRRS, Dec. 21
On Dec. 21, a free webinar-- “PRRS: Strategies to keep it at bay”—will feature Dr. Scott Dee, world-renown expert on PRRS transmission, biosecurity and aerobiology.
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CDC: Transmission of H3N2 virus limited
On Nov. 20, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed three cases of swine-origin triple reassortant influenza A (H3N2) (S-OtrH3N2) virus infection in children in two counties in Iowa.
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Minnesota regional PRRS meeting, Dec. 5
To update pork producers on voluntary regional efforts to control porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus and to encourage participation, a meeting will be Dec. 5, in Prinsburg, Minn.
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‘Tis the flu season
As we enter influenza season in humans and swine, it is important to remember the importance of vaccination and other control measures (such as frequent hand washing) to minimize the risk of viral spread.
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Progress made in Michigan PRRS control project
Progress is being made in disease stabilization and area regional control by Allegan and Ottawa County pork producers.
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Swine disease management sets a good example
Livestock production today is efficient and for the most part conducted under the best management available, including close relationships with veterinarians.
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Commentary: Traceability is like a bad penny
Animal identification is like a bad penny, it just keeps coming back around. But unlike that penny, animal ID/traceback is becoming increasingly valuable in the marketplace and not having an all-inclusive program is becoming increasingly risky.
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