How do we move the needle on biosecurity?

Montse Torremorell holding a piglet

This article was written by Montse Torremorell of the University of Minnesota for the National Hog Farmer.

At the 2026 meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) I was given the task to present on biosecurity and what we need to do as an industry to “move the needle”. More specifically the ask was about presenting on biosecurity practices that we do, should do or should stop doing to control endemic diseases in pigs. This was not an easy task since the interplay between biosecurity and disease occurrence is complex. 

Here are a few messages I shared. 

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Dr. Perle Zhitnitskiy recognized with the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award

Dr. Zhitnitskiy of the UMN Swine Group is at the forefront of integrating new technology into her classroom, a trait that recently earned her the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award, the most prestigious teaching honor bestowed by the CVM. Each year, the winners are chosen by faculty and veterinary students. 

Two women smile and hold up a framed Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award in a classroom.
Perle Zhitnitskiy (left) accepts the Zoetis Distinguished Teaching Award from College of Veterinary Medicine Dean Laura Molgaard. 
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Best of Leman: Paul Thomas – Some non-productive days are productive: Resting sows to improve performance and longevity

This is our most popular series on the blog. Once a month, we are sharing with you a presentation given at the Allen D. Leman swine conference, on topics that the swine group found interesting, innovative or that lead to great discussions.

Want more? Find previous presentations in our Best of Leman archives.

This presentation was given by Paul Thomas of AMVC during the 2025 Allen D. Leman Swine Conference.

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