United States News
PCV2 Control Discussed at ISPAH ConferencesUS - During the World Pork Expo in Des Moines last week, Intervet/Schering Plough Animal Health (ISPAH) sponsored four conferences that dealt with PCV2 and mycoplasma, writes Chris Wright for The Pig ...
Novus Celebrates 20th Anniversary This WeekUS - Novus International Inc. will celebrate its 20th anniversary on 16 June, focusing on 'Innovation with Integrity'.
Pork Commentary: World Pork Expo 2011US - "This past week we attended the world Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa," writes Jim Long.
Global Pioneer Award for NovusUS - Novus International, Inc. has receives a Global Pioneer Award for Excellence in International Business from St Louis Regional International Partnership.
20,000 Visitors Expected at World Pork ExpoUS - Organizers of World Pork Expo in Des Moines expect nearly 20,000 pork producers and industry professionals the attend this year's edition of the annual event, writes Bruce Cochrane.
PorkBridge Educational Series Returns This MonthUS - The sixth year of the successful distance education series, PorkBridge, begins 30 June. The 2011-2012 lineup includes a variety of intriguing topics presented by recognized industry experts.
World Pork Expo Seminars Offer Business InsightsUS - The programme for the World Pork Expo includes seminars offering a wide range of business insights.
Pork Commentary: US Swine Industry Faces Major Profit Challenge US - In this week's Pork Commentary, Jim Long writes about the US swine industry.
Pork Commentary: US Pork Exports Set New RecordUS - In this week's Pork Commentary, Jim Long discusses US pork exports.
US Hog Margins in May 2011 US - Margins deteriorated sharply since the middle of April as a combination of lower hog prices and higher feed costs have put pressure on producers from both sides of the equation, writes Doug Lenhart,...
Veterinarian Dr Robert Glock Honoured US - Dr Robert Glock has been honoured for service to colleagues and the industry by receiving last month the Academy of Veterinary Consultants (AVC) Outstanding Service Award, sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough...
Three Tours Create Prelude to World Pork ExpoUS - The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has announced it will offer three tours for people who want to experience Midwestern agriculture — and hospitality — at its finest before World Pork...
Feeding the WorldUS - The world’s human population is growing fast, particularly its low and medium income groups. At the same time, those low and medium incomes are growing even faster.
Pork Commentary: US Pork Exports - Very StrongUS - In this week's Pork Commentary, Jim Long writes about US pork exports.
Future Veterinarians Learn to Combine SkillsUS - Future veterinarians learn how to combine Individual Pig Care and communication skills to gain optimum results, thanks to Pfizer Animal Health's sponsorship.
Workshop for Small-Scale & Swine ProductionVIRGINIA, US - In the past two decades, the Virginia swine industry experienced major changes, including a decrease in the number of farms, an increase in the size of existing operations, and movement...
U of I Offers Programme for Industry ProfessionalsUS - Management-level professionals in the pork industry now have the opportunity to strengthen their leadership and business skills through a two-year certificate programme uniquely tailored for their...
Woodruff Sweitzer Named PR Agency of Record US - Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, has selected Woodruff Sweitzer as its public relations agency of record for its swine products division.
Smithfield Foods Video Series on Pork ProductionUS - Smithfield Foods is launching a new, educational series of videos providing an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at pork production and sustainability practices at the company’s Murphy-Brown hog...
Pork Commentary: Hasta La Vista - The Other White MeatUS - In this week's Pork Commentary, Jim Long writes about the US market.
Electronic Sow Feeding System ApprovedUS - The American Humane Association (USA) has awarded the Seal of Approval for Humane Equipment to Big Dutchman’s CallMatic 2 electronic sow feeding system (ESF).
Plans Advance for World Pork ExpoUS — The US pork industry’s newest technologies, outstanding breeding stock and educational seminars are major features at the 2011 World Pork Expo.
Producer Outlines Benefits of Distance LearningUS - An Iowa pork producer explains why he has subscribed for two years to the distance education series, SowBridge.
FluSure XP Now Protects Against New SIV StrainsUS - FluSure XP has been updated to further help protect against circulating swine influenza virus (SIV) strains.
SowBridge Distance Education Series ResumesUS - The successful distance education program SowBridge begins its fourth year in March 2011.
The Value of CBVPlusUS - As a business-minded producer, you are constantly looking for ways to improve productivity and increase profitability in your operation. Using CBVPlus boars and semen from PIC is an easy way to do...
Pfizer Completes Offer for King PharmaceuticalsUS - Pfizer Inc. has completed its tender offer for shares of King Pharmaceuticals.
Pork Commentary: Iowa Pork Congress ReportUS - "Last week we attended the Iowa Pork Congress the premier winter trade show in the United States," writes Jim Long.
U of I and Producers Offer New Swine Webinar SeriesILLINOIS, US - Registration is now open for the first-ever Swine Webinar Series sponsored by the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, U of I Extension, the...
Recipients of Pork Industry Scholarships AnnouncedUS - The Pork Checkoff, Pioneer Hi-Bred and PIC have awarded 19 scholarships to college students around the United States as part of their strategy to develop the pork industry's human capital for the...













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