Press releases - Pig health

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

With over 150 curated sessions led by 300 industry experts, VIV Asia 2025 provides an unparalleled platform for knowledge-building and networking.

Both companies are dedicated to creating a product that will provide consistent, measurable benefits.

The Purdue Animal Sciences Department celebrated the retirements of Marcos Fernandez, PhD, and Allan Schinckel, PhD on December 10.

The Final World Technology Transfer Workshop of the VACDIVA project took place on December 12th, 2024, in Brussels at the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC).

A study in pigs, which shows that inhaled vaccines could potentially reduce viral transmission and improve efficiency, is an important step toward advancing vaccines for human use.

Scientists have gained new insights into African swine fever virus (ASFV), a deadly pathogen that causes major losses in global pig farming and threatens global food security.

The new regional office is dedicated to the development of the company’s business in Asia and to provide technical services on swine, cattle and companion health management in the Asia region.

SPACE, the key event of the autumn season for all animal farming, is launching its all-new design for the 2025 edition, and is already looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday 16, Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 September at the Parc-Expo in Rennes, in France.

The EuroTier and EnergyDecentral 2024 trade fairs that took place in Hanover, Germany, 12-15 November, have made a strong impression, providing relevant key drivers for business in the global livestock farming and energy sectors.

At the official opening ceremony on Tuesday evening, November 12, DLG’s President Hubertus Paetow and guests of honor from politics celebrated EuroTier 2024 as the hub of efficient, innovative and sustainable animal husbandry - parallel trade fair EnergyDecentral 2024 opened as a networking platform for leading stakeholders in the global renewable energy sector.

SHIC is requesting ideas for its 2025 Plan of Work.