The Sow Lameness Symposium II, hosted by Zinpro Corporation and Feet First, was held in Minneapolis Aug. 31 through Sept. 2.
The event brought industry experts and academics from around the world to present advancements in sow lameness causes, implications and prevention. "Lameness is a critical animal welfare issue with significant economic implications for sow herds around the world," said Dr. Terry Ward, director of research and nutritional services for Zinpro. "This symposium is designed to bring together international experts and industry representatives to share information and advance our collective understanding of this important topic."
More than 125 swine industry experts attended the event.
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Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Novus holds technical forum in Bangkok
Novus International held a technical forum in Bangkok focusing on "Health through Nutrition—Evaluating Trace Mineral Programs."
The program included several Novus speakers and presenters from Thailand-based Kasetsart University who spoke on topics relevant to the poultry, aquaculture and swine industries. The forum's aim was to educate attendees on the positive effects of feeding trace minerals to animals, and which minerals promote the best results. "There has been a great deal of confusion regarding minerals and their effectiveness," said Dr. Jim Richards, manager of cell biology research at Novus. "One of the main reasons to feed an organic trace mineral over an inorganic trace mineral is the delivery of more minerals to the blood and tissues of the animal." Specific presentations included "Trace Mineral Bioavailability and Functional Effects in Animals," "Functional Benefits and Bird Performance," "Maximizing Sow Lifetime Reproductive Performance" and "Optimizing Trace Minerals for Shrimp and Fish."
The program included several Novus speakers and presenters from Thailand-based Kasetsart University who spoke on topics relevant to the poultry, aquaculture and swine industries. The forum's aim was to educate attendees on the positive effects of feeding trace minerals to animals, and which minerals promote the best results. "There has been a great deal of confusion regarding minerals and their effectiveness," said Dr. Jim Richards, manager of cell biology research at Novus. "One of the main reasons to feed an organic trace mineral over an inorganic trace mineral is the delivery of more minerals to the blood and tissues of the animal." Specific presentations included "Trace Mineral Bioavailability and Functional Effects in Animals," "Functional Benefits and Bird Performance," "Maximizing Sow Lifetime Reproductive Performance" and "Optimizing Trace Minerals for Shrimp and Fish."
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Producers discover production technologies at World Pork Expo
Every summer, pork producers and suppliers make an annual pilgrimage to Des Moines, Iowa, to attend the National Pork Producer Council’s World Pork Expo.
This year’s event will be held at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on June 9, 10 and 11. Thousands of pork producers will flood Expo’s trade show to discover new production solutions and talk with exhibitors.
Sam Carney, NPPC President, member of the Iowa Pork Producers Association Board of Directors and a producer form Adair, Iowa, has attended World Pork Expo since the early 1980s. Carney says, “World Pork Expo is a great opportunity to learn about the latest production technologies - and I’m in great company among fellow pork producers.”
World Pork Expo’s trade show gives producers a great opportunity to touch base with current suppliers and talk with new ones. “Over the years, I’ve made small improvements to my operation based on recommendations I received from the experts at Expo,” Carney explains.
In addition to the trade show, the seminars are a great way to get a comprehensive look at everything affecting the market. The speakers are industry experts who offer valuable insights regarding the economic forecast and herd health management. Carney states, “The pork industry serves a global market; we sell hogs all over the world. There may be something I need to change within my own operation to improve the industry as a whole, and I may not even be aware of it until I hear an expert discuss it at Expo.”
World Pork Expo isn’t all work and no play. Business mixes with pleasure during the block party as vendors host dinner for their customers and bands play throughout the evening. The annual event also features America’s Best Genetics Showcase, Farm Toy Show and Sale, New Product Showcase, 2010 Junior National Swine Show, Cruisin’ with the Hogs, Pig Races, World Pork Open Clay Target Championship and the World Pork Open Golf Outing.
World Pork Expo is your opportunity to discover new products, connect with friends and get the information you need to make your operation more efficient.
This year’s event will be held at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on June 9, 10 and 11. Thousands of pork producers will flood Expo’s trade show to discover new production solutions and talk with exhibitors.
Sam Carney, NPPC President, member of the Iowa Pork Producers Association Board of Directors and a producer form Adair, Iowa, has attended World Pork Expo since the early 1980s. Carney says, “World Pork Expo is a great opportunity to learn about the latest production technologies - and I’m in great company among fellow pork producers.”
World Pork Expo’s trade show gives producers a great opportunity to touch base with current suppliers and talk with new ones. “Over the years, I’ve made small improvements to my operation based on recommendations I received from the experts at Expo,” Carney explains.
In addition to the trade show, the seminars are a great way to get a comprehensive look at everything affecting the market. The speakers are industry experts who offer valuable insights regarding the economic forecast and herd health management. Carney states, “The pork industry serves a global market; we sell hogs all over the world. There may be something I need to change within my own operation to improve the industry as a whole, and I may not even be aware of it until I hear an expert discuss it at Expo.”
World Pork Expo isn’t all work and no play. Business mixes with pleasure during the block party as vendors host dinner for their customers and bands play throughout the evening. The annual event also features America’s Best Genetics Showcase, Farm Toy Show and Sale, New Product Showcase, 2010 Junior National Swine Show, Cruisin’ with the Hogs, Pig Races, World Pork Open Clay Target Championship and the World Pork Open Golf Outing.
World Pork Expo is your opportunity to discover new products, connect with friends and get the information you need to make your operation more efficient.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
2010 Leman Science in Practice Award recipient announced
Dr. Paul Yeske has been chosen to receive the Allen D. Leman Science in Practice Award, which is given every year by the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine and Pfizer Animal Health in recognition of an individual’s scientific contributions to swine health and management.
Yeske maintains a veterinary practice at the Swine Vet Center in St. Peter, Minn., and is active in the field of swine health management, with a particular focus on disease control and eradication research. He publishes in numerous journals and is a member of the PRRS Eradication Task Force and Production Animal Disease Risk Assessment Program Committee for the American Association of Swine Practioners.
Yeske holds a master of science in swine medicine from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. He earned his doctorate of veterinary medicine from Iowa State University. He has also completed the executive veterinary program at the University of Illinois.
The award will be presented at the international Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, which takes place September 18-21, 2010, in St. Paul, Minn.
Yeske maintains a veterinary practice at the Swine Vet Center in St. Peter, Minn., and is active in the field of swine health management, with a particular focus on disease control and eradication research. He publishes in numerous journals and is a member of the PRRS Eradication Task Force and Production Animal Disease Risk Assessment Program Committee for the American Association of Swine Practioners.
Yeske holds a master of science in swine medicine from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. He earned his doctorate of veterinary medicine from Iowa State University. He has also completed the executive veterinary program at the University of Illinois.
The award will be presented at the international Allen D. Leman Swine Conference, which takes place September 18-21, 2010, in St. Paul, Minn.
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