Episodes

Posted: June 28, 2021

SwineCast 1159, At The Meeting – Influenza Elimination Requires Several Interventions

SwineCast 1159

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison has a conversation around research that has uncovered how multiple protocols are needed for effective elimination of influenza.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guests Dr. Gustavo Lopez (University of Minnesota) and Dr. Cameron Schmitt (Pipestone Veterinary Services), discuss new insights into this challenging disease.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 14, 2021

SwineCast 1153, At The Meeting – Climate Neutral Pig Production

SwineCast 1153

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison brings insight on livestock and the environment. Animal agriculture is often labeled as part of the climate change problem. Understanding the differences between greenhouse gasses like CO2, methane and nitrous oxide is key to reframing animal agriculture as part of a climate change solution.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guest Dr. Frank Mitloehner, with UC Davis, discuss how pork operations can be a part of the solution to global warming.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 29, 2021

SwineCast 1152, At The Meeting – How Are The Asian Pork Markets?

SwineCast 1152

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at markets that have been signaling a future shortage of pork in Asian markets as a second wave of African Swine Fever (ASF) sweeps through China, Vietnam, and elsewhere.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guest Simon Quility, Global AgriTrends global meat trader and analyst, discuss what is happening and why.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. In each episode, veterinarians and other swine experts join the podcast to discuss the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 15, 2021

SwineCast 1150, At The Meeting – How Could Prop 12 Drive Choices?

SwineCast 1150

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison shares insight from Rabo Bank's Christine McCracken on California's Farm Animal Confinement Initiative, also known as Prop 12. Producing pork is already complex and, if California's Prop 12 initiative is implemented, it will force producers to choose which market segment they wish to serve.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guest Christine McCracken (senior animal protein analyst at Rabo Bank) discuss California's Prop 12 and Ms. McCracken's eye-opening report on the implications of Prop 12.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 5, 2021

SwineCast 1148, At The Meeting – What Is Prop 12 And What Are The Chances It Will Be Enforced In 2022?

SwineCast 1148

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks the impacts of California's Prop 12 initiative, producing both opportunities and challenges. What is prop 12 and what are the chances it will be enforced in 2022?
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guests Jen Sorenson (President of the National Pork Producers Council & Communications Director at Iowa Select) and Michael Formica (General Counsel for the National Pork Producers Council), discuss California's Prop 12.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: February 24, 2021

SwineCast 1145, At The Meeting – Emerging PRRS Virus 144 Raises Risk

SwineCast 1145

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks into preliminary data revealing that wean-to-finish operations are perhaps at greatest risk from the PRRS 144 virus that emerged last fall in the Upper Midwest.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant), along with guests Mark Schwartz (Schwartz Farms) and Dr. Cesar Corzo (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), discuss the latest field observations and data, including that mortality rates appear to be highly variable.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: February 11, 2021

SwineCast 1144, At The Meeting – Rise Of A New Salmonella Strain In Swine And Human Health

SwineCast 1144

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at the landscape of a new salmonella strain in swine and human health, which is challenging continued on-farm use of antimicrobials.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) discuss strategies with Dr. Albert Rovira (University of Minnesota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory) and Dr. Locke Karriker (Iowa State University) to sustain veterinary access to important therapeutics.
Drs. Rovira and Karriker are the latest guests on the 'At The Meeting' series of podcasts that are available on Swinecast.com.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: February 3, 2021

SwineCast 1141, At The Meeting – Salmonella Control: New Rules May Affect Pre-harvest Choices

SwineCast 1141

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at the new Swine Slaughter Inspection System and what it means for food safety.
The ATM hosts (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) learn more about the Swine Slaughter Inspection System with Former USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Mindy Brashears. Dr. Brashears and the ATM team look at the changes being implemented by the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, and how those changes may affect producers.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: December 14, 2020

SwineCast 1136, At The Meeting – China Swine Industry Confident Following COVID-19

SwineCast 1136

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at how China's ability to reduce the incidence of COVID-19 has given their commercial swine industry the confidence to expand.
The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) learn more about what life is like for workers in China's pork business with gusts Dr. Zhichun (Jason) Yan (New Hope Group) and Dr. John Deen (University of Minnesota).
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: December 3, 2020

SwineCast 1134, At The Meeting – African Swine Fever and Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus Alter China Swine Production

SwineCast 1134

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison focuses on how African Swine Fever (ASF) and Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus (PEDv) have driven changes in farm design and biosecurity in China, allowing China's swine industry to regain an estimated 80 percent of its swine herd.
The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) learn more about how the dramatic recovery has occurred with guests Dr. Zhichun (Jason) Yan (New Hope Group) and Dr. John Deen (University of Minnesota).
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: October 15, 2020

SwineCast 1130, At The Meeting – The “re-emergence” of Streptococcus suis

SwineCast 1130

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison discusses the benefits of using new diagnostic techniques to identify differences in Streptococcus suis strains.
An increasing number farms are experiencing higher mortalities associated with virulent strains of Streptococcus suis, and high-health herds are not immune. The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) discuss the various new diagnostic techniques to identify differences in Streptococcus suis strains with Dr. Maria Clavijo, Iowa State Diagnostic Laboratory and PIC, and Dr. Adam Schelkopf, Pipestone Veterinary Services.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: September 18, 2020

SwineCast 1126, At The Meeting – The World Responds to ASF in Germany

SwineCast 1126

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns more about African Swine Fever in Germany.
The discovery of African Swine Fever (ASF) in wild pigs in eastern Germany has drawn a swift global response. The ATM team (Dr. Montserrat Torremorell - College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, Dr. Gordon Spronk - Pipestone Veterinary Services, and Dr. Tom Wetzell - Swine Veterinary Consultant) sorts out recent actions with Dr. Liz Wagstrom, chief veterinarian with the National Pork Producers Council, and Bobby Acord, a former USDA APHIS administrator.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: September 16, 2020

SwineCast 1125, At The Meeting – COVID-19 Testing Strategy

SwineCast 1125

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Dr. Michael Osterholm, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), University of Minnesota, to learn about COVID-19 testing strategies.
The U.S. testing strategy for the COVID-19 virus and delays in obtaining results have left veterinarians with questions. Dr. Osterholm , along with Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), have a conversation on the approaches to human testing.
The world-renowned Osterholm is the latest guest on the series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: September 9, 2020

SwineCast 1123, At The Meeting – COVID-19 Vaccine Needs a Veterinary Perspective

SwineCast 1123

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Dr. Linda Saif, The Ohio State University, to discuss how a COVID vaccine might work.
Veterinarians are playing important roles in our response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and there are similarities between the SARS-2 virus and two coronaviruses that many livestock veterinarians know well. Dr. Saif, along with Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), have a conversation about COVID-19, zoonotic reservoirs, and the expertise veterinarians bring to vaccine development.
The world-renowned Saif is the latest guest on the series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: July 22, 2020

SwineCast 1119, At The Meeting – Influenza, Interpreting The News From China

SwineCast 1119

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Dr. Marie Culhane, Professor of Veterinary Population Medicine at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Culhane joins the At The Meeting team to talk about a recent scientific paper on influenza that set off alarm bells worldwide. The paper characterized a known swine influenza strain previously found in China and Europe.
Dr. Culhane, along with Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), review the findings of recent research the influenza viruses, testing, immunity, and vaccines. They also discuss how our experience with influenza is similar and different from the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: June 5, 2020

SwineCast 1114, At The Meeting – COVID-19 Creating Long-lasting Effects On Swine Industry

SwineCast 1114

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Mark Greenwood, Chief Diversified Markets Officer with Compeer Financial, on the impact Coronavirus / COVID-19 is having on the business of pork.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), learn from Greenwood that the Coronavirus / COVID-19-driven unpredictability and volatility in pig markets has left the industry confused and perhaps paralyzed. Greenwood predicts another wave of industry consolidations.
Mr. Greenwood is the latest guest on the 15th episode in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 29, 2020

SwineCast 1113, At The Meeting – State Veterinarians And The COVID-19 Response

SwineCast 1113

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns from Dr. Beth Thompson, Executive Director of the Minnesota Board of Animal Health, about how state veterinarians are helping producers through the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic challenges.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), learn how state veterinarians' roles have had to quickly adapt to helping people at all levels of government and business understand and work through pandemic challenges.
Dr. Thompson is the latest guest on the 14th episode in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 26, 2020

SwineCast 1112, At The Meeting – COVID-19’s Impact on China’s Swine Industry

SwineCast 1112

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Dr. Duan Lianmao and Art Xue of Riverstone Farms about COVID-19's impact on China's swine industry.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), learn about the cultural and production aspects of living with COVID-19 in China.
Dr. Duan Lianmao and Art Xue are the latest guests on the thirteenth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 20, 2020

SwineCast 1111, At The Meeting – The US Government’s Response To COVID-19’s Agricultural Impacts

SwineCast 1111

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Rep. Collin Peterson, Minnesota's 7th Congressional district and Chair of the House Agriculture Committee, about the current U.S. Government's efforts to help pork producers during the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), learn about Peterson's priorities for near-term assistance, and ways to ensure a speedier, more effective governmental response to the next agricultural crisis event.
Rep. Peterson is the latest guest on the twelfth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 16, 2020

SwineCast 1109, At The Meeting – COVID-19’s Impact on Italy’s Swine Industry

SwineCast 1109

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison hears from Dr. Gianpietro Sandri, a swine veterinarian with La Pellegrina, a division of Veronesi, about how the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic is impacting Italy's pork producers.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), get an EU pork perspective on about how Northern Italy was affected early by COVID-19. Dr. Sandri says COVID-19's impact on Italy's producers has been less severe, but problems are building.
Dr. Sandri is the latest guest on the eleventh in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 13, 2020

SwineCast 1107, At The Meeting – The Reality of How Work And Community Intersect

SwineCast 1107

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns from Julie Anna Potts, President and CEO of the North American Meat Institute, on how she is focused on finding a way to replace our fear of a COVID-19 infection with an understanding of the pandemic's true health risks.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), have a conversation with Potts on how we got here and other important issues confronting meat processors.
Potts is the latest guest on the tenth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 8, 2020

SwineCast 1106, At The Meeting – COVID-19 Impact: Masking Hunger

SwineCast 1106

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns from Matt Gassen, Feeding South Dakota, about the paradox of pigs being disposed of while other Americans are struggling with a lack of food during this Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), have a conversation with Matt Gassen, CEO of Feeding South Dakota, an affiliate of the Feeding America program, about Feeding South Dakota getting food to those who need it during this time when pork producers are forced to dispose of pigs.
Gassen is the latest guest on the ninth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: May 6, 2020

SwineCast 1105, At The Meeting – COVID-19 Impact on Hog Prices

SwineCast 1105

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns from Dow McVean, a principal of McVean Trading & Investments, on how the complexities and vulnerabilities of North American hog prices have been laid bare by the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), discuss with McVean about the economic impacts the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic has had on hog prices.
"To have the majority of the hogs priced off the negotiated cash price of two percent off the hogs is unsustainable.", McVean says.
McVean is the latest guest on the eighth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 29, 2020

SwineCast 1104, At The Meeting – Practical Advice To Combat COVID-19 Stress

SwineCast 1104

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison learns from psychologist Ted Matthews with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, about practical advice for those under stress from the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), discuss with Matthews the topic of farmers' mental health during this crisis.
"Focusing on what you can do, and doing it, is better than focusing on what you cannot do", Matthews says. He also says, "By making things a little better, your life will be better."
Matthews is the latest guest on the seventh in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 27, 2020

SwineCast 1103, At The Meeting – A Veterinarian Coping With COVID-19

SwineCast 1103

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison shares a veterinarian's view on coping with COVID-19.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), are joined by Dr. Darin Madson, veterinarian with JBS Live Pork, to discuss how his team is putting all their options on the table as they confront the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the pork industry.
Madson is the latest guest on the sixth in a series of Leaders Leading recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry.
'At the Meeting', Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. and is focused on the the most recent topics in swine health and production.

Posted: April 24, 2020

SwineCast 1102, At The Meeting – Facing The Swine Production Realities Of COVID-19

SwineCast 1102

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison discusses making difficult decisions during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), are joined by guest John Schwartz, CEO and President of Schwartz Farms.
In the midst of making difficult decisions, Schwartz made time to talk with the 'At The Meeting' hosts. Schwartz describes the multiple actions his team is taking to ramp down production and confront the reality of euthanasia.
"A good business has to make difficult decisions," Schwartz says.
This is the fifth in a series of recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry. "At the Meeting, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison" is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc..

Posted: April 22, 2020

SwineCast 1100, At The Meeting – COVID-19: A Leader Leading

SwineCast 1100

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison discusses leadership during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), are joined by guest Bill Even, CEO of the National Pork Board.
The group discusses leadership during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the opportunity for society to recognize animal agriculture's importance.
"Right now, competence, leadership, and work are more valuable than ideology or politics," Even says.
This is the fourth in a series of recordings produced by the 'At The Meeting' team. Future editions will highlight insights and perspectives from leaders within the swine industry. "At the Meeting, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison" is a podcast sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc..

Posted: April 20, 2020

SwineCast 1098, At The Meeting – COVID-19: What Dr. Brad Freking learned on pork processing in the last 2 weeks

SwineCast 1098

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison talks about COVID-19 and the impacts to key markets and the limitations of pork processors to respond.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Swine Veterinary Consultant), are joined by Dr. Brad Freking, CEO and managing partner of New Fashion Pork and a co-owner of Triumph Foods.
Freking says that widespread availability of COVID-19 testing is key to helping employees feel comfortable with going back to work. "I've learned more about processing in the last 15 days than I have in the last five years," Freking says.

Posted: April 16, 2020

SwineCast 1097, At The Meeting – COVID-19: Three Things Your Lender Wants You To Do Today

SwineCast 1097

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison talks about COVID-19 and three things your lender wants you to do today.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Mark Greenwood, Chief Diversified Markets Officer at Compeer Financial.
Mark offers three take home messages for US pig producers to help navigate the impact of COVID-19 in their pig business: face reality, producers need to do their part, and communication with lenders is essential.

Posted: March 23, 2020

SwineCast 1095, At The Meeting – Protecting The Food System: COVID-19 Prevention Steps For Farm Staff

SwineCast 1095

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison talks about what farm staff need to do reduce their exposure to the Coronavirus to keep the food system operational.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Dr. Jeff Bender (School of Public Health, University of Minnesota). The group reviews the basics of the Coronavirus & COVID-19 science, steps to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 disease on farm, and what it means to keep the virus from hurting people and affecting the food system.

Posted: March 19, 2020

SwineCast 1093, At The Meeting – Swine Central Nervous System Diseases

SwineCast 1093

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison talks about the increase in the number of reported cases of swine central nervous system diseases.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Dr. Bailey Arruda (diagnostic pathologist with Iowa State University's Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory) to discuss viruses and un-resolved problems of the past with central nervous system diseases.

Posted: February 7, 2020

SwineCast 1088, At The Meeting – Batch Farrowing In Large Farms

SwineCast 1088

This 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison conversation covers an old topic that is making a comeback: Batch Farrowing.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Dr. Daryl Olsen (Managing Partner with AMVC). The 'At The Meeting' group looks at how batch farrowing has come back as a production approach for pig dense locations.
Dr. Daryl Olsen also presented more information on batch farrowing at the 2019 Allen D. Leman Swine COnference. See his presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0XEWflbxcs

Posted: December 18, 2019

SwineCast 1083, ATM – Conversations on African Swine Fever Detection, Vaccine Testing, and China Market Optimism

SwineCast 1083

This 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison conversation comes after the Leman China Swine Conference held in November 2019 in Wuhan, China. While African Swine Fever is still very much a concern world wide, there is still lots of optimism at the Leman China Swine Conference due to the large opportunity for profitability.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Dr. John Deen (Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), where they discuss the trip to China and what they learned about African Swine Fever.

Posted: September 19, 2019

SwineCast 1074, ATM – Comparing PRRS Vaccination Programs At Weaning: 1 Dose or 2 Doses

SwineCast 1074

'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison discusses new research looking at vaccinating pigs for porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS) at weaning, comparing 1 dose vs 2 doses.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) are joined by Dr. Daniel Linhares (College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University) and Dr. Cesar A. A. Moura (College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University) to look at new research comparing one dose vs two dose PRRS vaccination programs at weaning, the economic impacts, and benefits to swine health.
See presentation by Dr. Moura from the Boehringer Ingelheim 2019 AASV Pre-Symposium, March 8, Orlando, FL, USA [video].

Posted: September 12, 2019

SwineCast 1073, Extending PRRS Lessons Learned To Tackle Other Diseases

SwineCast 1073

In this second episode of two part series, 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at how the lessons of PRRS can be applied in to the future to help tackle other diseases.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica), and Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services) are joined by Dr. Scott Dee (Pipestone Veterinary Services) and Dr. Reid Philips (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) to look into the future on how knowledge learned from PRRS can help in other areas.
Catch up with Part One

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SwineCast 1072, PRRS History, Major Milestones, and Lessons Learned

SwineCast 1072

In this first episode of a two part series, 'At The Meeting' Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison looks at the lessons learned and milestones made in the history of PRRS.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. Tom Wetzel (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica), and Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services) are joined by Dr. Scott Dee (Pipestone Veterinary Services) and Dr. Reid Philips (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) to discuss what has happened over the last 30 years of PRRS, what milestones occurred, and what lessons were learned.
Continue to Part Two

Posted: June 27, 2019

SwineCast 1063, ATM – Sow Mortality Considerations

SwineCast 1063

The 'At The Meeting' team returns in this discussion of current thinking on sow mortality with UMN's Dr. John Deen.

Posted: February 13, 2019

SwineCast 1050, ATM – Explore Lawsonia and the Swine Gut Microbiome

SwineCast 1050

In this episode of At the Meeting honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, the group discusses the swine gut microbiome and what is considered a good or bad microbiome.

Posted: December 19, 2018

SwineCast 1043, ATM – International Trade Conversations With The NPPC

SwineCast 1043

In this episode of At the Meeting honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, the conversation focuses on international trade and commerce with guest Nick Giordano, Vice President and Counsel for Global Governmental Affairs for the National Pork Producers Council.
Show hosts Dr. Gordon Spronk, Dr. Montse Torremorell, and Dr. Tom Wetzell chat with Nick about the current state of international trade and commerce, and what the future might look like on upcoming trade negotiations in 2019.

Posted: November 14, 2018

SwineCast 1040, ATM – Going In-Depth on African Swine Fever

SwineCast 1040

In this episode of At The Meeting Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, discussion continues on African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreaks in China and Europe.
Dr. Montserrat Torremorell, Dr. Tom Wetzell, and Dr. Gordon Spronk have an important conversation about the impact of ASF on the global swine industry, and what it could mean if it reaches the United States.
The cohosts sit down with Dr. José Manuel Sánchez-Vizcaíno from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid to discuss the history of the disease and the work he and his team have done to combat ASF, such as developing laboratory tests to aid in diagnosis and control.
"African swine fever is, in general, an underestimated disease that many people don’t understand," says Dr. Sánchez-Vizcaíno. "But one of the keys to fighting ASF is an early-detection system."

Posted: October 9, 2018

SwineCast 1037, ATM – Porcine Circovirus 3 (PCV3)

SwineCast 1037

In this episode of At the Meeting honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, we share a conversation on porcine circovirus 3, or PCV3.
Dr. Montse Torremorell joins Dr. Tom Wetzel and Dr. Gordon Spronk with special guest Dr. Darin Madson, Iowa State University, to talk about porcine circovirus 3 and how it is both similar to, and different from PCV2.
Dr. Madson and the show's cohosts discuss clinical signs associated with PCV3, including myocarditis, respiratory issues, and reproductive problems, as well as how current research is focused on better understanding the virus, its history, and whether any current PCV vaccines could offer some form of cross-protection.

Posted: September 12, 2018

SwineCast 1035, ATM – African Swine Fever, Part 2 of 2

SwineCast 1035

In this second of a two part episode of At The Meeting Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, we continue our conversation on African Swine Fever or ASF.
Dr. Montse Torremorell joins Dr. Tom Wetzel and Dr. Gordon Spronk with special guest Brad Heron, Director of Operations of Cherkizovo (pronounced "Chair-Kee-Zi-Vo") in Russia. Brad offers a personal, boots on the ground perspective on ASF.
Brad shares several stories of how ASF was discovered and handled on the Russian farms he helps run. The early disease indicators were confusing due to other animal diseases also running its course so ASF was not discovered as early as they had thought they would.
Brad highlights what happened to the operations when ASF was discovered, actions they had to take, and the Russian regulations they had to work with requiring depopulations within a five mile radius.
Brad also summarizes the biosecurity changes they made to defend against ASF, including transportation tracking, multiple testing points through out the operations, and physical farm and people security improvements.
The number one key take away from Brad: Have good testing; if you don't test, you don't have the ability discover outbreaks.

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SwineCast 1034, ATM – African Swine Fever, Part 1 of 2

SwineCast 1034

In this first of a two part episode of At The Meeting Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, we share a conversation on African Swine Fever or ASF.
Dr. Montse Torremorell joins Dr. Tom Wetzel and Dr. Gordon Spronk with special guest Dr. Liz Wagstrom, Chief Veterinarian for the National Pork Producers Council, to talk about ASF and how it is the most feared disease in pigs in the world.
Take away: 1) Having ASF in the United States would impact trade 2) ASF is a hardy virus (hard to eradicate and lives in extreme conditions), and 3) there is no vaccine.
The U.S. pork industry is taking action now by making sure laboratory capacity is up to date, looking at identifying and categorizing higher risk transmission paths plus their mitigation plans, and improving the approach to surveillance and risk planning and implementation.

Posted: August 25, 2018

SwineCast 1033, ATM – PRRS Summer Breaks

SwineCast 1033

In this episode of At the Meeting honoring Dr. Bob Morrison, we share a conversation on Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) breaks in the summer. Dr. Montse Torremorell joins Dr. Gordon Spronk and Dr. Tom Wetzel with special guests Dr. Cesar Corzo and Dr. Juan Sanhueza.
The group talks about the Morrison Swine Health Monitoring Program and what data they have been collecting and analyzing. One of the questions they are now able to address is if there are more new PRRS breaks this summer compared to other summers. One of the observations is that incidence of summer breaks is about 3% of farms, which is about 250,000 sows.
Take away: 1) The industry should be looking at breaks all year long (not just in the fall / winter months) and 2) operations should continue practice disease prevention and spreading with regular biosecurity processes.

Posted: July 17, 2018

SwineCast 1030, ATM – Special Three Part Episode On Influenza A Virus in Swine – Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 1030

In this third "At The Meeting… Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison" Influenza A Virus in Swine (IAV-S) episode, Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (University of Minnesota), Dr. Amy Vincent (USDA Agricultural Research Service), Dr. Christa Goodell (Boehringer Ingelheim), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Boehringer Ingelheim) discuss the control of IAV-S, the research & development of vaccines for IAV-S, and the products that are being developed from the research.

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SwineCast 1029, ATM – Special Three Part Episode On Influenza A Virus in Swine – Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 1029

In this second "At The Meeting… Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison" Influenza A Virus in Swine (IAV-S) episode, Dr. Montserrat Torremorell, Dr. Adam Schelkopf (Pipestone Veterinary Services), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Boehringer Ingelheim) continue the conversation on the challenges of IAV-S in day to day operation, the approaches to identifying infected pigs, and the processes that need to be put in place to reduce infection and increase survivability of pigs.

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SwineCast 1028, ATM – Special Three Part Episode On Influenza A Virus in Swine – Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 1028

This first "At The Meeting… Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison" Influenza A Virus in Swine (IAV-S) episode has Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (University of Minnesota), Dr. Marie Culhane (University of Minnesota), Dr. Gordon Spronk (Pipestone Veterinary Services), and Dr. Tom Wetzell (Boehringer Ingelheim), talking about the issues of influenza in humans and swine, the state of surveillance of influenza in pigs and humans, and the biosecurity needed to help prevent the spread of the influenza virus between human and pigs.

Posted: February 27, 2018

SwineCast 1008, ATM – Prevalence Of PRRS After Elimination Efforts Case Study

SwineCast 1008

At The Meeting with Dr. Godon Spronk and Dr. Tom Wetzel, honoring Dr. Bob Morrison returns to review ongoing PRRS on farms despite elimination efforts.

Posted: February 22, 2018

SwineCast 1006, ATM – Special Two Part Episode On Gut Health – Part 2 of 2

SwineCast 1006

Today we share part two of a two part At The Meeting series on gut health. Drs. Gordon Spronk, Tom Wetzel and in memorial Bob Morrison are joined by Dr. Seth Kranz, Dr. Peter Davies and Dr. Julie Funk.

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SwineCast 1005, ATM – Special Two Part Episode On Gut Health – Part 1 of 2

SwineCast 1005

At The Meeting returns with the first of a two part episode on gut health. Drs. Gordon Spronk, Tom Wetzel and in memorial Bob Morrison are joined by Dr. Dana Beckler and Dr. Seth Kranz.

Posted: February 7, 2018

SwineCast 1003, At The Meeting Examines PED Monitoring Programs Via SHIC and SHMP

SwineCast 1003

At The Meeting - Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison with a special introductory message from team member Dr. Gordon Spronk. ATM takes a look at PED monitoring projects including the Swine Health Monitoring Project (SHMP) and Swine Health Information Center (SHIC).

Posted: March 17, 2017

SwineCast 0965, ATM – PRRS Economics Revisited

SwineCast 0965

The Morrison Group unites to discuss updated economic information related to PRRS cost to the U.S. swine industry with Iowa State's Dr. Derald Holtkamp.

Posted: December 30, 2016

SwineCast 0951, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Series Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0951

In the final episode of this three part series on Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae, the Morrison Group is joined by the University of Minnesota's Dr. Maria Pieters to discuss the determination of day zero and related factors.
Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae part 1 of 3 - History of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae herd elimination and practices
Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae part 2 of 3 - Monitoring for Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae and true elimination

Posted: December 22, 2016

SwineCast 0950, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Series Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0950

Back for part two of a three part series, the Morrison Group is joined by Boehringer Ingelheim's Dr. Amanda Sponheim to review monitoring for Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae as well as determining true elimination.

Posted: December 17, 2016

SwineCast 0948, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Series Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0948

The Morrison Group on At The Meeting is joined by the Swine Vet Center's Dr. Paul Yeske in a discussion on the history of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae herd elimination and practices. Part one of a three part series.

Posted: October 26, 2016

SwineCast 0941, ATM – PRRS Time To Stability Research and Control Protocols – Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0941

This three episode At The Meeting series looking at PRRS type 174 concludes as The Morrison Group, joined by Boehringer Ingelheim's Dr. Reid Phillips, discuss recent Time To Stability research and the latest on PRRS control.

Posted: October 18, 2016

SwineCast 0939, ATM – PRRS Type 174 Review, Part 2 of 3, What About Vaccine?

SwineCast 0939

The Morrison Group is joined by Boehringer Ingelheim's Dr. Reid Phillips in a discussion of testing methodology on PRRS type 174 and cross protection from current vaccines. Episode two of a three part series.

Posted: October 5, 2016

SwineCast 0936, ATM – PRRS Type 174 Review, Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0936

Here's part 1 of a 3 part series going deep on Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) Type 174 with Dr. Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group on Boehringer Ingelheim's At The Meeting. In this episode the group looks at Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphisms (RFLPs) pattern 174 and PRRS.

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SwineCast 0936, ATM – PRRS Type 174 Review, Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0936

Here's part 1 of a 3 part series going deep on Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) Type 174 with Dr. Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group on Boehringer Ingelheim's At The Meeting.

Posted: September 1, 2016

SwineCast 0935, ATM – Pseudorabies Virus Prevalence And Protocols In China

SwineCast 0935

The Morrison Group reviews current Chinese concerns with Highly Virulent Pseudorabies Virus (PRV), also known as Aujeszky's Disease. Special guests on this episode join in the conversation from China.

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SwineCast 0935, ATM – Pseudorabies Virus Prevalence And Protocols In China

SwineCast 0935

The Morrison Group reviews current Chinese concerns with Highly Virulent Pseudorabies Virus (PRV), also known as Aujeszky's Disease. Special guests on this episode join in the conversation from China.

Posted: August 18, 2016

SwineCast 0934, ATM – Increase In Uterine Prolapse Under Review

SwineCast 0934

The Morrison Group looks at the general increase in sow herd prolapse frequency and what might be behind the rise in the latest At The Meeting Case Study.

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SwineCast 0934, ATM – Increase In Uterine Prolapse Under Review

SwineCast 0934

The Morrison Group looks at the general increase in sow herd prolapse frequency and what might be behind the rise in the latest At The Meeting Case Study.

Posted: July 29, 2016

SwineCast 0931, ATM – Maximize Value Through Good Gilt Introduction Protocols

SwineCast 0931

In this final episode of a three part series on Gilt Development, The Morrison Group discusses the value of gilt introduction protocols to maximize genetic potential with Dr. Noel Williams, COO at Iowa Select Farms.
Part two of the three part series with the University of Alberta's Jenny Patterson on Managing the Gilt Development Unit (GDU) and reproductive performance.
Part one in this three part series features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birthweight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance.

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SwineCast 0931, ATM – Maximize Value Through Good Gilt Introduction Protocols

SwineCast 0931

In this final episode of a three part series on Gilt Development, The Morrison Group discusses the value of gilt introduction protocols to maximize genetic potential with Dr. Noel Williams, COO at Iowa Select Farms.
Part two of the three part series with the University of Alberta's Jenny Patterson on Managing the Gilt Development Unit (GDU) and reproductive performance.
Part one in this three part series features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birthweight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance.

Posted: July 22, 2016

SwineCast 0930, ATM – Gilt Management Series Episode Two “GDU Management and Reproductive Performance”

SwineCast 0930

The Morrison Group talks with Jenny Patterson from the University of Alberta in part two of this new three part series from At The Meeting on Gilt Management. Ms. Patterson reviews her data on managing the Gilt Development Unit (GDU) and reproductive performance.
For background, The Morrison Group part one in this three part series features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birthweight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance.

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SwineCast 0930, ATM – Gilt Management Series Episode Two “GDU Management and Reproductive Performance”

SwineCast 0930

The Morrison Group talks with Jenny Patterson from the University of Alberta in part two of this new three part series from At The Meeting on Gilt Management. Ms. Patterson reviews her data on managing the Gilt Development Unit (GDU) and reproductive performance.
For background, The Morrison Group part one in this three part series features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birthweight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance.

Posted: July 19, 2016

SwineCast 0929, ATM – Gilt Management Series Episode One “Birth Weight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance”

SwineCast 0929

The Morrison Group reviews Gilt Management in this new three part series from At The Meeting. Episode one features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birth Weight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance. Pipestone's Dr. Gordon Spronk leads the conversation.

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SwineCast 0929, ATM – Gilt Management Series Episode One “Birth Weight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance”

SwineCast 0929

The Morrison Group reviews Gilt Management in this new three part series from At The Meeting. Episode one features North Carolina State's Dr. Billy Flowers discussing Birth Weight Influence on Lifetime Reproductive Performance. Pipestone's Dr. Gordon Spronk leads the conversation.

Posted: April 29, 2016

SwineCast 0915, ATM – Antibiotic Resistance Development, “We’re In A Crisis…”, Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0915

Dr. Mike Apley of Kansas State University joins The Morrison Group in this At The Meeting episode, third in a series, on antibiotic resistance development, it's impact on human and animal health and the resulting stewardship debate.

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SwineCast 0915, ATM – Antibiotic Resistance Development, “We’re In A Crisis…”, Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0915

Dr. Mike Apley of Kansas State University joins The Morrison Group in this At The Meeting episode, third in a series, on antibiotic resistance development, it's impact on human and animal health and the resulting stewardship debate.

Posted: April 24, 2016

SwineCast 0914, ATM – Judicious Use Of Animal Antibiotics In The U.S. And Elsewhere, Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0914

At The Meeting's three part series on the impact of FDA's Guidance 209 and 213 continues. Dr. Peter Davies joins The Morrison Group to discuss the meaning of "judicious use" and it's interpretation in the U.S. and other swine producing counties.
Link to Dr. Davies' Leman Conference presentation "Managing Expectations About Antibiotics"
Link to 2015 Leman Conference shared video presentation page.

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SwineCast 0914, ATM – Judicious Use Of Animal Antibiotics In The U.S. And Elsewhere, Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0914

At The Meeting's three part series on the impact of FDA's Guidance 209 and 213 continues. Dr. Peter Davies joins The Morrison Group to discuss the meaning of "judicious use" and it's interpretation in the U.S. and other swine producing counties.
Link to Dr. Davies' Leman Conference presentation "Managing Expectations About Antibiotics"
Link to 2015 Leman Conference shared video presentation page.

Posted: April 17, 2016

SwineCast 0913, ATM – Changes In Antimicrobial Use Via FDA Guidance And Industry Impact, Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0913

As the industry anticipates implementation of FDA Guidance 209 and 213 on January 1, 2017, not all the answers are yet available. What we know today and how production operations will be affected is discussed on The Morrison Group's At The Meeting. Special guest Dr. Ron Prestage of Prestage Farms joins the conversation.

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SwineCast 0913, ATM – Changes In Antimicrobial Use Via FDA Guidance And Industry Impact, Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0913

As the industry anticipates implementation of FDA Guidance 209 and 213 on January 1, 2017, not all the answers are yet available. What we know today and how production operations will be affected is discussed on The Morrison Group's At The Meeting. Special guest Dr. Ron Prestage of Prestage Farms joins the conversation.

Posted: January 26, 2016

SwineCast 0902, At The Meeting Discusses Recent Delta Coronavirus Breaks

SwineCast 0902

The Morrison Group looks at Swine Delta Coronavirus drawing comparisons with Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus diagnosis and biosecurity.

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SwineCast 0902, At The Meeting Discusses Recent Delta Coronavirus Breaks

SwineCast 0902

The Morrison Group looks at Swine Delta Coronavirus drawing comparisons with Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus diagnosis and biosecurity.

Posted: October 27, 2015

SwineCast 0891, ATM – What We Know About Influenza Vaccines, Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0891

Influenza vaccine research is ongoing but much has been learned as you join this conversation with The Morrison Group and UMN's Dr. Montse Torremorell on At The Meeting.
Link to part 1 of this series.
Link to part 2 of this series.

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SwineCast 0891, ATM – What We Know About Influenza Vaccines, Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0891

Influenza vaccine research is ongoing but much has been learned as you join this conversation with The Morrison Group and UMN's Dr. Montse Torremorell on At The Meeting.
Link to part 1 of this series.
Link to part 2 of this series.

Posted: October 22, 2015

SwineCast 0890, ATM – Influenza And Herd Health – Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0890

In part 2 of this series on IAV, the Morrison Group is joined by UMN's Dr. Montse Torremorell for a review of influenza research and herd spread learnings.
Link to part 1 of this series.

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SwineCast 0890, ATM – Influenza And Herd Health – Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0890

In part 2 of this series on IAV, the Morrison Group is joined by UMN's Dr. Montse Torremorell for a review of influenza research and herd spread learnings.
Link to part 1 of this series.

Posted: October 19, 2015

SwineCast 0888, ATM – Understanding Influenza Terminology – Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0888

Dr. Marie Culhane, internationally recognized expert on influenza in swine, joins Dr. Bob Morrison on At The Meeting to discuss influenza from a producer's perspective and shed light on the naming conventions you may encounter. Part 1 of a 3 part series on Influenza from the Morrison Group.

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SwineCast 0888, ATM – Understanding Influenza Terminology – Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0888

Dr. Marie Culhane, internationally recognized expert on influenza in swine, joins Dr. Bob Morrison on At The Meeting to discuss influenza from a producer's perspective and shed light on the naming conventions you may encounter. Part 1 of a 3 part series on Influenza from the Morrison Group.

Posted: September 14, 2015

SwineCast 0883, At The Meeting Case Study Goes In Depth On Seneca Valley Virus

SwineCast 0883

In this ATM Case Study, the Morrison Group discusses the Seneca Valley Virus. The group is joined by Dr. Daniel Linhares (Iowa State University), Dr. Fabio Vannucci (University of Minnesota) and Dr. Chris Rademacher (Iowa State University) to discuss Seneca Valley Virus' recent South and North American diagnoses, how to properly diagnose, the clinical impact of the virus and management strategies.

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SwineCast 0883, At The Meeting Case Study Goes In Depth On Seneca Valley Virus

SwineCast 0883

In this ATM Case Study, the Morrison Group discusses the Seneca Valley Virus. The group is joined by Dr. Daniel Linhares (Iowa State University), Dr. Fabio Vannucci (University of Minnesota) and Dr. Chris Rademacher (Iowa State University) to discuss Seneca Valley Virus' recent South and North American diagnoses, how to properly diagnose, the clinical impact of the virus and management strategies.

Posted: July 28, 2015

SwineCast 0876, ATM – PRRS 1-7-4 Case Study with The Morrison Group

SwineCast 0876

In this At The Meeting Case Series, the Morrison Group along with Dr. Mike Murtaugh (University of Minnesota) discuss the sequence information available on the recent PRRS 1-7-4 strain. The group is also joined by Dr. Sara Hough (Prestage Farms) and Dr. Josh Duff (Maxwell Food) to discuss PRRS 1-7-4 breaks, clinical impact of the virus and control strategies.

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SwineCast 0876, ATM – PRRS 1-7-4 Case Study with The Morrison Group

SwineCast 0876

In this At The Meeting Case Series, the Morrison Group along with Dr. Mike Murtaugh (University of Minnesota) discuss the sequence information available on the recent PRRS 1-7-4 strain. The group is also joined by Dr. Sara Hough (Prestage Farms) and Dr. Josh Duff (Maxwell Food) to discuss PRRS 1-7-4 breaks, clinical impact of the virus and control strategies.

Posted: July 6, 2015

SwineCast 0873, ATM – PDNS Case Review

SwineCast 0873

Dr. Bob Morrison and the Morrison Group review PDNS (Porcine Dermatitis and Nephropathy Syndrome) through symptoms to identification.
Link to additional information and photos at Iowa State University

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SwineCast 0873, ATM – PDNS Case Review

SwineCast 0873

Dr. Bob Morrison and the Morrison Group review PDNS (Porcine Dermatitis and Nephropathy Syndrome) through symptoms to identification.
Link to additional information and photos at Iowa State University

Posted: June 25, 2015

SwineCast 0872, ATM – Developing PED Immunity

SwineCast 0872

The Morrison Group discusses the transfer and development of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus with Dr. Linda Saif, professor at the Center for Microbial Interface Biology at The Ohio State University. Dr. Saif presented at this year's AASV conference and will be delivering a keynote presentation at the 2015 Leman Conference coming in September.

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SwineCast 0872, ATM – Developing PED Immunity

SwineCast 0872

The Morrison Group discusses the transfer and development of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus with Dr. Linda Saif, professor at the Center for Microbial Interface Biology at The Ohio State University. Dr. Saif presented at this year's AASV conference and will be delivering a keynote presentation at the 2015 Leman Conference coming in September.

Posted: June 17, 2015

SwineCast 0871, ATM – Recent PED Experience

SwineCast 0871

The Morrison Group discusses recent PEDv outbreaks in part 2 of a 3 part series looking at Porcine Epidemic Diahrrea Virus impact on the US swine herd.

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SwineCast 0871, ATM – Recent PED Experience

SwineCast 0871

The Morrison Group discusses recent PEDv outbreaks in part 2 of a 3 part series looking at Porcine Epidemic Diahrrea Virus impact on the US swine herd.

Posted: June 11, 2015

SwineCast 0868, ATM – PEDv One Year Later

SwineCast 0868

The Morrison Group returns in part 1 of a 3 part series to look at Porcine Epidemic Diahrrea Virus impact on the US swine herd. Today's discussion centers on the Swine Health Monitoring Program.

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SwineCast 0868, ATM – PEDv One Year Later

SwineCast 0868

The Morrison Group returns in part 1 of a 3 part series to look at Porcine Epidemic Diahrrea Virus impact on the US swine herd. Today's discussion centers on the Swine Health Monitoring Program.

Posted: May 21, 2015

SwineCast 0866, ‘At The Meeting’ Reviews Ear Necrosis In Canadian Herd

SwineCast 0866

In this special At The Meeting episode, the Morrison Group, along with Jeff Blythe, DVM, Orange City Veterinary Clinic, Kent Schwartz, DVM and Bailey Wilberts, DVM PhD, Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostics, discuss the key steps for conducting clinical and diagnostic investigations for ear necrosis based on an experience with a severe, economically damaging case during finishing.

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SwineCast 0866, ‘At The Meeting’ Reviews Ear Necrosis In Canadian Herd

SwineCast 0866

In this special At The Meeting episode, the Morrison Group, along with Jeff Blythe, DVM, Orange City Veterinary Clinic, Kent Schwartz, DVM and Bailey Wilberts, DVM PhD, Iowa State Veterinary Diagnostics, discuss the key steps for conducting clinical and diagnostic investigations for ear necrosis based on an experience with a severe, economically damaging case during finishing.

Posted: May 4, 2015

SwineCast 0863, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses PCV2 Vertical Transmission – Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0863

The Morrison Group reviews research and experiences in sow herd vaccination impact on PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) vertical transmission in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 3 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

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SwineCast 0863, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses PCV2 Vertical Transmission – Part 3 of 3

SwineCast 0863

The Morrison Group reviews research and experiences in sow herd vaccination impact on PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) vertical transmission in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 3 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

Posted: April 28, 2015

SwineCast 0862, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses PCV2 Vaccines – Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0862

The Morrison Group discusses PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) vaccines and industry impact in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 2 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

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SwineCast 0862, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses PCV2 Vaccines – Part 2 of 3

SwineCast 0862

The Morrison Group discusses PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) vaccines and industry impact in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 2 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

Posted: April 21, 2015

SwineCast 0861, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses Porcine Circovirus Type 2 – Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0861

The Morrison Group discusses Diagnostics and Clinical Signs of PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 1 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Albert Rovira, Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, University of Minnesota
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

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SwineCast 0861, ‘At The Meeting’ Discusses Porcine Circovirus Type 2 – Part 1 of 3

SwineCast 0861

The Morrison Group discusses Diagnostics and Clinical Signs of PCV2 (Porcine Circovirus Type 2) in this episode of At The Meeting. (Episode 1 of 3)

GUESTS:
Dr. Albert Rovira, Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, University of Minnesota
Dr. Jessica Seate, Murphy-Brown LLC
Dr. Dave Baumert, Cargill Pork
Dr. Brian Payne, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

Research papers:

“Management Characteristics of PCV2 PUCS Stable Sow Herds” by Jessica Seate, Tom Fangman, Al Scheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Assessing Sow Herd PCV2 Stability and Vertical Transmission Utilizing Colostrum and Placental Umbilical Cord Serum,” by Jessica Seate, Darin Madson, Al Sheidt, Brian Payne. ESPHM 2015 Proceedings and ISERPD 2015 Proceedings
“Commercial PCV2a-based vaccines are effective in protecting naturally PCV2b-infected finisher pigs against experimental challenge with a 2012 mutant PCV2” by Tanja Opriessnig, Priscilla F. Gerber, Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Shannon R. Matzinger, Xiang-Jin Meng. Vaccine 32 (2014) 4342-4348
“Complete Genome Sequence of a Novel Porcine Circovirus Type 2b Variant Present in Cases of Vaccine Failures in the United States” by Chao-Ting Xiao, Patrick G. Halbur, Tanja Opriessnig. Journal of Virology 86 (2012) 12469
“Porcine Circovirus type 2 (PCV2) infections: Clinical signs, pathology and laboratory diagnosis” by Joaquim Segalés. Virus Research 164 (2012) 10-19
“The effect of commercial combination PCV2/Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccination products on wean to finish performance” by Brian Payne, Greg Cline. IPVS 2012 Proceedings

Posted: February 27, 2015

SwineCast 0853, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 3

SwineCast 0853

At The Meeting returns with part 3 of an update and perspective on PRRS management with Dr. Joe Connor, Carthage Veterinary Service. Dr. Connor discusses leveraging knowledge gained at the local level as the basis for a national control/elimination program.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL
PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

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SwineCast 0853, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 3

SwineCast 0853

At The Meeting returns with part 3 of an update and perspective on PRRS management with Dr. Joe Connor, Carthage Veterinary Service. Dr. Connor discusses leveraging knowledge gained at the local level as the basis for a national control/elimination program.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL
PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

Posted: February 20, 2015

SwineCast 0852, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 2

SwineCast 0852

At The Meeting returns with an update and perspective on PRRS management with Dr. Tim Loula, Swine Vet Center, St. Peter, MN. Dr. Loula brought the idea of local regional control to pork operations. This conversation looks at the specifics of one regional project with respect to PRRS management.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL
PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

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SwineCast 0852, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 2

SwineCast 0852

At The Meeting returns with an update and perspective on PRRS management with Dr. Tim Loula, Swine Vet Center, St. Peter, MN. Dr. Loula brought the idea of local regional control to pork operations. This conversation looks at the specifics of one regional project with respect to PRRS management.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL
PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

Posted: February 13, 2015

SwineCast 0851, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 1

SwineCast 0851

At The Meeting returns with an update and perspectives on PRRS management. Dr. John Kolb, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., shares system level approaches to controlling PRRS. Dr. Kolb highlights the methods and results of systematically controlling PRRS at four different companies.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL

PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

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SwineCast 0851, ATM – PRRS Management Update On ‘At The Meeting’ – Part 1

SwineCast 0851

At The Meeting returns with an update and perspectives on PRRS management. Dr. John Kolb, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., shares system level approaches to controlling PRRS. Dr. Kolb highlights the methods and results of systematically controlling PRRS at four different companies.

A National PRRS Program?
2014 National PRRS Symposium - Chicago, IL

PAPERS:

SwineCast links to full video presentations

Posted: December 3, 2014

SwineCast 0845, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Part 2 – Management

SwineCast 0845

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota and the Morrison Group continue their Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae discussion looking at the source of the transmission and how to manage herds under pressure.
Link to referenced Decision Tree

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SwineCast 0845, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Part 2 – Management

SwineCast 0845

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota and the Morrison Group continue their Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae discussion looking at the source of the transmission and how to manage herds under pressure.
Link to referenced Decision Tree

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SwineCast 0844, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Basics And Your Sows And GDUs

SwineCast 0844

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota and the Morrison Group review the basics of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae and discuss how sows farms and gilt developer units are affected on this episode of At The Meeting.
Link to referenced Decision Tree

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SwineCast 0844, ATM – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Basics And Your Sows And GDUs

SwineCast 0844

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota and the Morrison Group review the basics of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae and discuss how sows farms and gilt developer units are affected on this episode of At The Meeting.
Link to referenced Decision Tree

Posted: July 23, 2014

SwineCast 0829, At The Meeting – PEDv Update From The Morrison Group

SwineCast 0829

Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group dig deep for the latest Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus findings including: 1) National PEDv Incidence Report; 2) Impact on Production and 3) Time to Stability.
Link to the Allen D. Leman Conference agenda

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SwineCast 0829, At The Meeting – PEDv Update From The Morrison Group

SwineCast 0829

Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group dig deep for the latest Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus findings including: 1) National PEDv Incidence Report; 2) Impact on Production and 3) Time to Stability.
Link to the Allen D. Leman Conference agenda

Posted: January 16, 2014

SwineCast 0799, ATM – Lowering the Risk and Impact of PRRS Breaks

SwineCast 0799

At The Meeting logs in the first episode of 2014 with a conversation on managing wild PRRS virus shedding with the judicious use of vaccines. Top industry vets weigh in with their experience and findings.
PDF - Dr. Dale Polson - Improved Growing Pig Performance in a Large Production System
PDF - Dr. Tom Wetzell - Reduction of Wild-Type PRRS Virus Shedding
PDF - Dr. Jose Angulo - Growth Performance Improvement and Mortality Reductions

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SwineCast 0799, ATM – Lowering the Risk and Impact of PRRS Breaks

SwineCast 0799

At The Meeting logs in the first episode of 2014 with a conversation on managing wild PRRS virus shedding with the judicious use of vaccines. Top industry vets weigh in with their experience and findings.
PDF - Dr. Dale Polson - Improved Growing Pig Performance in a Large Production System
PDF - Dr. Tom Wetzell - Reduction of Wild-Type PRRS Virus Shedding
PDF - Dr. Jose Angulo - Growth Performance Improvement and Mortality Reductions

Posted: November 7, 2013

SwineCast 0793, ATM – Injectable Vaccination Protocols and Compliance

SwineCast 0793

At The Meeting's Morrison Group dives deep on best use of vaccines and ensuring protocols are helping you gain maximum benefit.

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SwineCast 0793, ATM – Injectable Vaccination Protocols and Compliance

SwineCast 0793

At The Meeting's Morrison Group dives deep on best use of vaccines and ensuring protocols are helping you gain maximum benefit.

Posted: August 6, 2013

SwineCast 0781, ‘At The Meeting’ Reviews Early Days Of PEDV And Updates Recent Findings

SwineCast 0781

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting digs deep on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) diagnostics and field findings as we join the Morrison Group roundtable discussion.

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SwineCast 0781, ‘At The Meeting’ Reviews Early Days Of PEDV And Updates Recent Findings

SwineCast 0781

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting digs deep on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) diagnostics and field findings as we join the Morrison Group roundtable discussion.

Posted: December 13, 2012

SwineCast 0743, At The Meeting Revisits Using Herd Closure To Eliminate PRRSv With Review Of Recent Research

SwineCast 0743

Dr. Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group follow up on an earlier discussion related to herd closure as a option in eliminating PRRS in an operation. Now, the data from a recent research project fills in the gaps on this episode of "At The Meeting".
Daniel Linhares "How Long Does It Take Herd To Produce PRRS-Negative Piglets" Powerpoint Slides
Daniel Linhares Text Release "How Long Does It Take Herd To Produce PRRS-Negative Piglets".

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SwineCast 0743, At The Meeting Revisits Using Herd Closure To Eliminate PRRSv With Review Of Recent Research

SwineCast 0743

Dr. Bob Morrison and The Morrison Group follow up on an earlier discussion related to herd closure as a option in eliminating PRRS in an operation. Now, the data from a recent research project fills in the gaps on this episode of "At The Meeting".
Daniel Linhares "How Long Does It Take Herd To Produce PRRS-Negative Piglets" Powerpoint Slides
Daniel Linhares Text Release "How Long Does It Take Herd To Produce PRRS-Negative Piglets".

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SwineCast 0743a, Special ‘At The Meeting’ Preview – Herd Closure For PRRS Control Research Discussion

SwineCast 0743a

Previewing the next "At The Meeting" as The Morrison Group revisits herd closure for PRRS control.

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SwineCast 0743a, Special ‘At The Meeting’ Preview – Herd Closure For PRRS Control Research Discussion

SwineCast 0743a

Previewing the next "At The Meeting" as The Morrison Group revisits herd closure for PRRS control.

Posted: August 2, 2012

SwineCast 0722, At The Meeting – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Diagnosis and Treatment

SwineCast 0722

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota assembles an Olympic-caliber team to review what we know about Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae and why it's important for your health team to get it right... on this special episode of At The Meeting!

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SwineCast 0722, At The Meeting – Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae Diagnosis and Treatment

SwineCast 0722

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota assembles an Olympic-caliber team to review what we know about Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae and why it's important for your health team to get it right... on this special episode of At The Meeting!

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SwineCast 0722A – Special At The Meeting Preview – What’s The Latest On Mycoplasma?

SwineCast 0722A

Previewing the next "At The Meeting" episode. This time Dr. Bob Morrison discusses the upcoming Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae check up.

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SwineCast 0722A – Special At The Meeting Preview – What’s The Latest On Mycoplasma?

SwineCast 0722A

Previewing the next "At The Meeting" episode. This time Dr. Bob Morrison discusses the upcoming Mycoplasma Hyopneumoniae check up.

Posted: May 16, 2012

SwineCast 0707, At The Meeting – What Happened At Denver AASV?

SwineCast 0707

At The Meeting with The Morrison Group returns with their review of comments, conversations and presentations at the 2012 Denver American Association of Swine Veterinarians meeting.
Link to Steve Pollman's presentation on high feed costs
Link to slides of Dr. Dean Boyd presentation - "Integrating Science Into Practice and Getting It Right"

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SwineCast 0707, At The Meeting – What Happened At Denver AASV?

SwineCast 0707

At The Meeting with The Morrison Group returns with their review of comments, conversations and presentations at the 2012 Denver American Association of Swine Veterinarians meeting.
Link to Steve Pollman's presentation on high feed costs
Link to slides of Dr. Dean Boyd presentation - "Integrating Science Into Practice and Getting It Right"

Posted: January 20, 2012

SwineCast 0688, At The Meeting Dives Deep On Biosecurity

SwineCast 0688

Biosecurity from the practitioner's perspective with the Morrison Group. And how much IS land going for in DeKalb County, IL?
Sharing the details on an effort to move away from PRRS positive-unstable status.
Link to"The “Holy Grail” of biosecurity: Achieving sustainable RRSV freedom in swine-dense regions"
Link to powerpoint slides "Northeast Illinois PRRS ARC The Road to PRRS Elimination?"
Link to "Economic impact of filtration as an intervention to prevent PRRS introductions: A case study of a 3200 farrow-to-finish system"
Link to "PRRS virus-free production – The Pipestone System approach"

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SwineCast 0688, At The Meeting Dives Deep On Biosecurity

SwineCast 0688

Biosecurity from the practitioner's perspective with the Morrison Group. And how much IS land going for in DeKalb County, IL?
Sharing the details on an effort to move away from PRRS positive-unstable status.
Link to"The “Holy Grail” of biosecurity: Achieving sustainable RRSV freedom in swine-dense regions"
Link to powerpoint slides "Northeast Illinois PRRS ARC The Road to PRRS Elimination?"
Link to "Economic impact of filtration as an intervention to prevent PRRS introductions: A case study of a 3200 farrow-to-finish system"
Link to "PRRS virus-free production – The Pipestone System approach"

Posted: October 11, 2011

SwineCast 0666, At The Meeting Goes Deep On Swine Influenza

SwineCast 0666

At The Meeting's Dr. Bob Morrison connects on recent conference presentations from the 6th International Symposium on Emerging and Re-emerging Pig Diseases in Barcelona, Spain.
Carl Grontvedt, DVM, Norwegian School of Veterinary Science; Oslo, Norway presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA first presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA second presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA third presentation pdf
Marie Gramer, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota presentation pdf
Montse Torremorell, Allen D. Leman Chair, University of Minnesota presentation pdf

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SwineCast 0666, At The Meeting Goes Deep On Swine Influenza

SwineCast 0666

At The Meeting's Dr. Bob Morrison connects on recent conference presentations from the 6th International Symposium on Emerging and Re-emerging Pig Diseases in Barcelona, Spain.
Carl Grontvedt, DVM, Norwegian School of Veterinary Science; Oslo, Norway presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA first presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA second presentation pdf
Amy Vincent, Veterinary Medical Officer, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA third presentation pdf
Marie Gramer, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota presentation pdf
Montse Torremorell, Allen D. Leman Chair, University of Minnesota presentation pdf

Posted: July 6, 2011

SwineCast 0647, PRRS Elimination Project Underway At Pipestone On At The Meeting

SwineCast 0647

Dr. Bob Morrison assembles The Morrison Group for a look at Pipestone's PRRS control program and where it's headed.
Ingelvac ATP in finishing pigs.pdf
Spronk IPVS2010 nursery PRRS vaccination.pdf

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SwineCast 0647, PRRS Elimination Project Underway At Pipestone On At The Meeting

SwineCast 0647

Dr. Bob Morrison assembles The Morrison Group for a look at Pipestone's PRRS control program and where it's headed.
Ingelvac ATP in finishing pigs.pdf
Spronk IPVS2010 nursery PRRS vaccination.pdf

Posted: March 9, 2011

SwineCast 0622, What is Happening in PRRS Research?

SwineCast 0622

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting crew looks at a notable Porcine Reproductive & Respiratory Syndrome presentation by practitioner Dr. Darwin Reicks given at last fall's Leman Conference.

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SwineCast 0622, What is Happening in PRRS Research?

SwineCast 0622

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting crew looks at a notable Porcine Reproductive & Respiratory Syndrome presentation by practitioner Dr. Darwin Reicks given at last fall's Leman Conference.

Posted: February 3, 2011

SwineCast 0614, What Happened At The International Pig Veterinary Society?

SwineCast 0614

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota joins us for At The Meeting as the Morrison group reviews presentations from IPVS 2010 (International Pig Veterinary Society) in Vancouver. Joining Dr. Morrison is Dr Gordon Spronk with the Pipestone System, Boehringer Ingelheims's Dr. Tom Wetzel and Dr Jeff Husa, MN Pork Producer Robert Barsch and Allison Collins, research Scientist from Australia. Supplemental files follow.
IPVS2010 AUSPIG Final.pdf
IPVS2010 Variation-final.pdf
Reduced muscle.pdf
Reduced muscle-IPVS2010- Final.pdf

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SwineCast 0614, What Happened At The International Pig Veterinary Society?

SwineCast 0614

Dr. Bob Morrison from the University of Minnesota joins us for At The Meeting as the Morrison group reviews presentations from IPVS 2010 (International Pig Veterinary Society) in Vancouver. Joining Dr. Morrison is Dr Gordon Spronk with the Pipestone System, Boehringer Ingelheims's Dr. Tom Wetzel and Dr Jeff Husa, MN Pork Producer Robert Barsch and Allison Collins, research Scientist from Australia. Supplemental files follow.
IPVS2010 AUSPIG Final.pdf
IPVS2010 Variation-final.pdf
Reduced muscle.pdf
Reduced muscle-IPVS2010- Final.pdf

Posted: July 13, 2010

SwineCast 0565, Presentations Reviews from the Omaha American Association of Swine Veterinarians Meeting

SwineCast 0565

The Morrison Group reviews the disease and pathogen elimination presentation from the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, meeting held in March 2010. Dr. Gordon D. Spronk, Pipestone Veterinary Clinic and Pipestone System; Dr. Mark Engle, PIC; Dr. Luc Dufresne, Seaboard Foods; and Dr. Jean Paul Cano, Boehringer Ingelheim, go over some of the presentation highlights and impacts to pork producers and swine veterinarians.

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SwineCast 0565, Presentations Reviews from the Omaha American Association of Swine Veterinarians Meeting

SwineCast 0565

The Morrison Group reviews the disease and pathogen elimination presentation from the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, meeting held in March 2010. Dr. Gordon D. Spronk, Pipestone Veterinary Clinic and Pipestone System; Dr. Mark Engle, PIC; Dr. Luc Dufresne, Seaboard Foods; and Dr. Jean Paul Cano, Boehringer Ingelheim, go over some of the presentation highlights and impacts to pork producers and swine veterinarians.

Posted: May 11, 2010

SwineCast 0542, Managing Enzootic Pneumonia Discussion With At The Meeting Team

SwineCast 0542

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting Group is back to discuss managing Enzootic Pneumonia issues with special guests Dr. Jim Lowe of the Carthage Vet Service and Dr. Erin Johnson, professional services veterinarian at Boehringer-Ingelheim.

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SwineCast 0542, Managing Enzootic Pneumonia Discussion With At The Meeting Team

SwineCast 0542

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting Group is back to discuss managing Enzootic Pneumonia issues with special guests Dr. Jim Lowe of the Carthage Vet Service and Dr. Erin Johnson, professional services veterinarian at Boehringer-Ingelheim.

Posted: February 10, 2010

SwineCast 0508, At The Meeting – Discussing The Recent International PRRS Symposium

SwineCast 0508

Dr. Bob Morrison and the Morrison Group break down the presentations and information from the International PRRS Conference and the attendent Boehringer-Ingelheim PRRS symposium in Chicago in this most recent 'At The Meeting' episode.

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SwineCast 0508, At The Meeting – Discussing The Recent International PRRS Symposium

SwineCast 0508

Dr. Bob Morrison and the Morrison Group break down the presentations and information from the International PRRS Conference and the attendent Boehringer-Ingelheim PRRS symposium in Chicago in this most recent 'At The Meeting' episode.

Posted: November 25, 2009

SwineCast 0485, ‘At The Meeting’ Crew Roundtable on Mycoplasma Research

SwineCast 0485

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting group reviews discussions and research from the recent Leman conference and the AASV program on Mycoplasma.

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SwineCast 0485, ‘At The Meeting’ Crew Roundtable on Mycoplasma Research

SwineCast 0485

Dr. Bob Morrison's At The Meeting group reviews discussions and research from the recent Leman conference and the AASV program on Mycoplasma.

Posted: August 21, 2009

SwineCast 0455, Starting Pigs For Maximum Performance on At The Meeting

Download mp3 SwineCast 0455

At The Meeting's crew discusses early pig development and starting pigs right with Dr Gordon Spronk, Bob Morrison and company.
"Effects of porcine circovirus type 2 and Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccines on nursery pig performance" referred by Dr Mike Tokach
Presentation On Starting Pigs by Mike Eisenmenger

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SwineCast 0455, Starting Pigs For Maximum Performance on At The Meeting

Download mp3 SwineCast 0455

At The Meeting's crew discusses early pig development and starting pigs right with Dr Gordon Spronk, Bob Morrison and company.
"Effects of porcine circovirus type 2 and Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae vaccines on nursery pig performance" referred by Dr Mike Tokach
Presentation On Starting Pigs by Mike Eisenmenger

Posted: June 2, 2009

SwineCast 0423, At The Meeting Looks At H1N1

SwineCast 0423

Dr Bob Morrison's 'At The Meeting' group discusses the science behind H1N1 and industry issues around the illness

Are we in the midst of a pandemic scare? How does the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rationalize herd quarantines and movement restrictions? What preventative measures can you take?

The genes responsible for naming the influenza virus are explained by Marie Gramer, diagnostician with the University of Minnesota Department of Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM), and Harry Nelson, Director of Communications with the American Association of Swine Practitioners.

According to Gramer, the disease’s name comes from the emergent pathway of the pig, in part, due to its DNA fingerprint. But, is it evolving and why is the pig labeled as the mixing vesicle?

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SwineCast 0423, At The Meeting Looks At H1N1

SwineCast 0423

Dr Bob Morrison's 'At The Meeting' group discusses the science behind H1N1 and industry issues around the illness

Are we in the midst of a pandemic scare? How does the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rationalize herd quarantines and movement restrictions? What preventative measures can you take?

The genes responsible for naming the influenza virus are explained by Marie Gramer, diagnostician with the University of Minnesota Department of Veterinary Population Medicine (VPM), and Harry Nelson, Director of Communications with the American Association of Swine Practitioners.

According to Gramer, the disease’s name comes from the emergent pathway of the pig, in part, due to its DNA fingerprint. But, is it evolving and why is the pig labeled as the mixing vesicle?

Posted: April 13, 2009

SwineCast 0406, At The Meeting – The Morrison Group Reviews Credit Availability and More

SwineCast 0406

The Morrison Group reviews economy and credit issues, topics from the recent Pigski conference
Link to Kent Bang's ppt presentation
Link to Steve Meyer's ppt presentation

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SwineCast 0406, At The Meeting – The Morrison Group Reviews Credit Availability and More

SwineCast 0406

The Morrison Group reviews economy and credit issues, topics from the recent Pigski conference
Link to Kent Bang's ppt presentation
Link to Steve Meyer's ppt presentation

Posted: March 2, 2009

SwineCast 0388, Chicago PRRS Symposium Breakdown with At The Meeting’s Morrison Group

SwineCast 0388

The Morrison Group reviews presentations and concepts of note from the 2008 Chicago PRRS Conference

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SwineCast 0388, Chicago PRRS Symposium Breakdown with At The Meeting’s Morrison Group

SwineCast 0388

The Morrison Group reviews presentations and concepts of note from the 2008 Chicago PRRS Conference

Posted: September 23, 2008

SwineCast 0341, at the Leman Conference looks at PCV-AD research

SwineCast 0341

Special "At The Meeting" release from the Morrison Group at the Leman Conference looks at PCV-AD research

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SwineCast 0341, at the Leman Conference looks at PCV-AD research

SwineCast 0341

Special "At The Meeting" release from the Morrison Group at the Leman Conference looks at PCV-AD research

Posted: July 8, 2008

SwineCast 0319a, reviewing impacts on efficiency at the farm level

SwineCast 0319a

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group reviewing impacts on efficiency at the farm level

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SwineCast 0319a, reviewing impacts on efficiency at the farm level

SwineCast 0319a

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group reviewing impacts on efficiency at the farm level

Posted: April 26, 2008

SwineCast 0298a, herd closure to limit disease spread

SwineCast 0298a

Special "At The Meeting" presentation with the Morrison Group discussing herd closure to limit disease spread.

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SwineCast 0298a, herd closure to limit disease spread

SwineCast 0298a

Special "At The Meeting" presentation with the Morrison Group discussing herd closure to limit disease spread.

Posted: February 6, 2008

SwineCast 0275a, looking at PRRS Chicago Conference, China and new midwestern strain.

SwineCast 0275a

At The Meeting

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group looking at PRRS Chicago Conference, China and new midwestern strain.

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SwineCast 0275a, looking at PRRS Chicago Conference, China and new midwestern strain.

SwineCast 0275a

At The Meeting

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group looking at PRRS Chicago Conference, China and new midwestern strain.

Posted: October 19, 2007

SwineCast 0245a, CircoVirus lessons learned

SwineCast 0245a

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group looking at CircoVirus lessons learned.

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SwineCast 0245a, CircoVirus lessons learned

SwineCast 0245a

Special presentation of Dr. Bob Morrison's "At The Meeting" group looking at CircoVirus lessons learned.

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