The Swine Health Information Center (SHIC), National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), the American Association of Swine Veterinarians and the National Pork Board are holding a series of webinars on Senecavirus A (Seneca Valley Virus) for veterinary practitioners and pork producers. The first webinar is today, May 16. The follow webinars will take place May 18 and 20 each starting at … Read More
Announcing the Launch of Kynetec
Following the completion of the management buyout of the Animal and Crop Health division of GfK, last week marked the formal launch of market research company Kynetec. Kinetic is the global leader in market research for animal health and agriculture, and is backed by Inflexion, who partners with high-growth businesses to accelerate their growth. The company is has a respected … Read More
Elanco Study Releases Bacterial Enteritis Trends
A new survey by Elanco Animal Health has revealed several important trends related to bacterial enteritis, a serious, constant threat in poultry flocks, with new information regarding including prevalence, producer attitudes and best management practices. The 2015 results of the Bacterial Enteritis Global Impact Assessment (BEGIA), conducted by Elanco every five years since 2000 to help monitor this deadly disease … Read More
Lesser Prairie Chicken Appeal Applauded by NCBA
Ethan Lane, executive director of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Federal Lands and Public Lands Council (PLC) released a statement this week regarding the Obama Administration’s decision to drop their appeal of a federal court decision that overturned the listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). “We are pleased that the … Read More
2016 U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards Winners
The Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy® has announced its fifth annual U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards. The program recognizes dairy farms, businesses and partnerships whose sustainable practices positively impact the health and well-being of consumers, communities, animals and the environment. This year’s winners addressed waste and nutrient management, food insecurity, water quality protection, energy efficiency and other sustainability issues. “The nine … Read More
Health & Safety of Employees Top Priority for Poultry Processors
The National Chicken Council and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association released the following statement in response to the release of Oxfam America’s report, No Relief: “The health, safety and respect of our employees is very important, and we value their contributions in helping to produce our food. We’re troubled by these claims but also question this group’s efforts to … Read More
NFU Supports Legislation to Ban Packer Ownership
National Farmers Union (NFU) released the following statement commending U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) for reintroducing legislation to ban packer ownership of livestock: “The livestock market today is heavily concentrated among a handful of conglomerates, and our family farmers and ranchers are forced to compete in an increasingly uneven playing field in the marketplace. I applaud Senator Grassley for championing … Read More
BioZyme Creep Feed Rations Provide Needed Nutrients
Now marks the time when cattle producers should begin thinking about creep feed supplementation for nursing calves. The milk from a lactating beef cow only furnishes about 50 percent of the nutrients that a 3-4 month-old calf needs to realize its genetic potential for growth. BioZyme brand VitaFerm offers three products, Sure Champ, Sure Power 37, and Sure Start Pellet, … Read More
Beef Production: Your ONE Opportunity
ONE: The Alltech Ideas Conference will kick off on May 22 and runs through May 25, with an all-star line-up ready to take on the issues regarding the future of agriculture. The Alltech event promises to inspire attendees, and to promote innovation through its lineup of incredible speakers and lecture series. Attendees will experience three days of inspiration and engagement, … Read More
Congress Members to Speak at AHC Forum
The American Horse Council (AHC) has announced that several Members of Congress will speak at the AHC National Issues Forum during the AHC annual convention on June 14, sponsored by Luitpold Animal Health, in Washington, DC. The decision falls in line with this year’s theme of “Putting More Horsepower in Congress.” Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS), Chairman of the Senate Agriculture … Read More