Press releases - Pig health

The Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals^® honor exceptional U.S. public servants.

Yue is recognized for her outstanding contributions to swine health research, data-driven disease monitoring, and industry collaboration.

Focus on science earns Nebraska veterinarian national award.

Launched in 2015 with Pork Checkoff funding, SHIC’s mission is to protect and enhance the health of the US swine herd.

More than 270 European pig farmers, experts and industry partners united to discuss the future direction of pig farming in Europe.

This marks half a century of dedication to animal health, public health, welfare, and environmental sustainability.

Swine Protect & Connect™ advances precision swine health management by integrating intradermal vaccination (PORCILIS^®), needle-free delivery (IDAL™), and animal-level traceability (LeeO) to help maximise swine production.

Resende joined the college’s Department of Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM) as an assistant professor in May 2025.

The Argentine Swine Federation outlined a federal, productive, and sanitary agenda to boost the sector with ambitious goals, concrete actions, and strong public-private articulation.

Created in direct response to feedback from establishments and industry partners, the guide features real-world examples, clear explanations, and condition-specific imagery to improve accuracy and confidence in decision-making.

Pork industry veteran Rhea Schirm joined the Swine Health Information Center as grant and contract administrator on April 22, 2025.

Every year, Animal Health Canada proudly recognizes deserving individuals who are making a meaningful impact on the health and welfare of farmed animals across Canada.

The Summit is one of several initiatives supporting the Pan-Canadian Action Plan on African Swine Fever to enhance the national prevention, preparedness and response planning.

The Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences has partnered with leading institutions in Denmark and California to launch a pioneering interdisciplinary network dedicated to promoting more sustainable animal-based food production.

This annual award celebrates individuals whose work has significantly advanced the field of animal science through research, industry collaboration, and influence on policy.

Since its founding in April 2015, Tonisity has revolutionised the industry with pioneering gut health and hydration products, improving the well-being of pigs, calves, lambs, goat kids, cats and dogs.

Attending the Leman Conference is a great opportunity for veterinary students who want to network with industry leaders.

The 2025 officers of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians were installed during the association’s 56^th Annual Meeting in San Francisco, California.

Effective March 24, 2025, the Animal Health Canada (AHC) Board has appointed John Ross as interim Executive Director for the organization.

Dr. Bryan Myers was named the 2025 Swine Practitioner of the Year by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians during the association’s 56^th Annual Meeting in San Francisco, California.

Dr. M. Todd See received the National Pork Board’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award for his academic leadership, passion and dedication to shaping the future of agriculture.

The University of Minnesota Swine Group has welcomed Dr. Igor Paploski as the newest member of its world-renowned faculty. He will expand research on epidemiology and biosecurity of PRRSv, PEDv and other diseases.

...and unveil first rapid gut health diagnostic technology combining microbiome analysis and predictive analytics

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