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Wean-to-Market Filtration: Advancing the Next Generation of PRRS Biosecurity By Adam Schelkopf, DVM
“Great innovation only happens when people aren’t afraid to do things differently” (George Carter). It has been nearly 20 years since the first commercial sow farms were filtered with the goal of controlling PRRS virus. This was certainly different at the time. Farmers and veterinarians didn’t know if it would work. What they did know was that […]
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Apr 07, 2026
More Than Livestock: What New Flu Research Reveals About the Strategic Role of Pigs
For decades, pigs have been viewed through a production lens. But increasingly, they’re becoming something more. They’re becoming a bridge. New research is reinforcing what many in animal health have long understood—pigs don’t just carry influenza. They respond to it in ways that closely mirror humans. And that changes how we think about their role […]
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Apr 07, 2026
Spring Biosecurity Checklist for Poultry and Swine
Between rising temperatures, moisture, and wildlife returning to the area, spring is the perfect storm for disease. Ignoring biosecurity during the season switch will only cause harm in the future. This guide will help you sanitize your operation and protect your herd with a solid biosecurity plan. Defining the Importance with Staff Start your season […]
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Apr 07, 2026
Cuts, Control, and Consequences: What the Proposed USDA Budget Signals for Agriculture
Policy doesn’t just shape agriculture. It defines how it operates. A proposed U.S. federal budget is calling for significant reductions to USDA funding—nearly a 20% cut to discretionary programs. On the surface, it’s a numbers story. In reality, it’s a directional shift. And one that could ripple across the entire agricultural system. From Support to […]
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Apr 07, 2026
Standardized ileal digestibility of amino acids in four egg products fed to weanling pigs
Standardized ileal digestibility of amino acids in four egg products fed to weanling pigs
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Apr 07, 2026
Feeding Less Soy, Thinking Bigger: What China’s New Pig Diet Signals for Global Protein
China isn’t just changing what it feeds pigs. It’s changing the structure of the global protein system. Across parts of the country, producers are moving away from traditional soybean-heavy diets toward alternative, locally sourced feed strategies—many built around fermentation and nutrient optimization. But this isn’t just a feed adjustment. It’s a strategic shift. From Ingredient […]
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Apr 07, 2026
February Pork Exports Above Year-Ago; Another Big Month for Beef Variety Meat
February exports of U.S. pork were slightly higher year-over-year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While beef exports trended lower, due in large part to continued lack of access to China, shipments of beef variety meat posted another strong increase. February was a robust month for […]
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Apr 07, 2026
Cold Storage Is the New Bottleneck: What Triumph Foods’ $30M Expansion Signals
Processing capacity has long been the headline in pork production. But the next constraint isn’t always on the kill floor. It’s what happens after. Missouri-based processor Triumph Foods is investing nearly $30 million to expand cold storage and shipping capacity at its St. Joseph facility—an operational move that reflects a deeper shift happening across the […]
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Apr 07, 2026
PigX Season 6 Episode 11 Success Found in Open Gestation Systems and Swine Technology
Regulations like Proposition 12 and evolving technologies continue to impact swine production. In this episode, Hyatt Frobose, North America commercial director of JYGA Technologies Inc., discusses what success looks like in open gestation systems and shares producer insights on swine health, management and adoption of new technologies by farm teams. Fred Kuhr, in his 48th […]
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Apr 07, 2026
Record Revenue, Bigger Signal: What MBRF’s 2025 Performance Tells Us About Global Protein
Global protein isn’t slowing down—and neither are the companies positioned to lead it. MBRF Global Foods delivered record revenue in 2025, moving more than 8 million tons of product and pushing past previous financial benchmarks. But the story isn’t the number. It’s what the number represents. Because in a year defined by volatility, disease pressure, […]
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