Events
Three Common Mistakes When Cleaning | Lanxess Tech Talks with Dr. Gisele Mouro Ravagnani
In this episode, Dr. Gisele Mouro Ravagnani highlights three key cleaning mistakes that can reduce biosecurity effectiveness. First, rushing the cleaning process and not allowing proper contact time limits how well contaminants are removed. Second, using incorrect dilution or application methods can weaken cleaning performance. Third, failing to properly remove organic matter before disinfection reduces […]
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Feb 23, 2026
PED Confirmed in Southern Alberta: First Case Since 2022
A farm in Southern Alberta has contracted the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv), with the case laboratory-confirmed on February 21, 2026. This marks the first confirmed case of PED in Alberta since February 2022. Containment Measures in Place A three-kilometre and 10-kilometre buffer zone have been established around the affected operation to prevent further spread. […]
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Feb 23, 2026
$53,000 Raised for Scholarships at 2026 Iowa Pork Congress Auction
The 2026 Iowa Pork Congress once again showcased the strength and generosity of Iowa’s pork community, raising approximately $53,000 during the annual Dollars for Swine Scholars Auction. Proceeds from the event will fund college scholarships awarded through the Iowa Pork Foundation to students pursuing careers in the pork industry. Held in January at the Iowa […]
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Feb 23, 2026
Kersia and the Future of Biosecurity: Why Integration Matters Heading into 2026
Biosecurity in pork production is no longer defined by individual products or isolated protocols. As disease pressure persists and operational complexity increases, producers are increasingly focused on how prevention decisions connect — from identifying risk to applying consistent hygiene and control measures on farm. That shift provides important context for understanding the evolution of Kersia […]
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Feb 23, 2026
DanBred delivers significant growth and strengthens its global position in 2025
DanBred continues its positive development and delivers a strong financial performance in 2025. The year is characterised by substantial growth across markets, continued genetic progress, and a clear strengthening of the company’s international position in the markets where DanBred operates. In 2025, the company launched its new strategy, which sets a clear direction for how […]
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Feb 23, 2026
Biogas Expansion in Swine Production Draws New Scrutiny What RNG Growth Means for Producers, Policy, and the Future of Pork
The rapid expansion of biogas in U.S. swine production is no longer just a sustainability story — it’s becoming a defining issue at the intersection of energy, policy, and public perception. Across key production regions like North Carolina, methane capture and renewable natural gas (RNG) projects are scaling quickly, backed by carbon markets and low-carbon […]
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Feb 23, 2026
Prop 12 Federal Fight Intensifies What’s Changed — and What Hasn’t — for U.S. Pork Producers
The debate surrounding California’s Proposition 12 is once again gaining traction in Washington, as lawmakers revisit federal language that could limit states’ ability to impose livestock production standards on out-of-state producers. For the pork industry, however, the real question is not whether the controversy continues — it clearly does — but whether anything materially changes […]
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Feb 23, 2026
Pork Exports Just Short of 2024 Record; Beef Feels Pinch of China Lockout; Strong Year for Lamb Exports
U.S. pork exports posted the second highest value and third largest volume on record in 2025, according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). December beef exports were the largest in eight months, but full-year shipments fell substantially year-over-year, largely due to the ongoing trade impasse with […]
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Feb 23, 2026
USDA Projects Slight Improvement in Ag Economy for 2026
What It Means for Swine Producers The U.S. agricultural economy may see modest improvement in 2026, according to the latest USDA outlook. While the forecast does not suggest a dramatic rebound, it does point toward incremental progress after several years of volatility, high input costs, and compressed margins. For swine producers, the key takeaway is […]
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Feb 23, 2026
Putting More Pork on More Plates During the Holidays
By partnering with retailers, the National Pork Board utilized digital marketing and holiday promotions toward the end of 2025 to keep pork at the center of the plate across thousands of stores. NPB is focused on continuing to grow pork demand and putting more pork on more plates every day, but the holidays last season offered a critical opportunity for pork […]
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