October 2024 – Page 2 – Swine in Minnesota

Featured abstracts of 27th International Pig Veterinary Society Congress – Leipzig Germany, June 4-7, 2024 – Part 1

The International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) is an association of pig health and production specialists founded in 1967. Since 1972, congresses have been held every other year. Recently, the 27^th IPVS Congress was held in Leipzig, Germany. The 28^th Congress is scheduled for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 2026, and the 29^th Congress is scheduled for Minneapolis, United States in 2028. The objectives of the IPVS are 1) the holding of international congresses for the exchange of knowledge related to pig health and production; and 2) the promotion of the formation of Pig Veterinary Societies in all pig-producing countries and the promotion of cooperation between such societies. We have selected some examples of the work presented at the recent IPVS and share them with you on this and next week’s science page.

Future of Pork Markets: A podcast

Podcasts are a perfect way to get caught up with new swine information! We are presenting you the latest episode from “At The Meeting.”

In this episode of “At The Meeting“, David Newman, Senior Vice President of Market Growth at the National Pork Board, takes a closer look at the key factors influencing pork consumption in the U.S. and around the world. Newman discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the pork industry, from keeping up with changing consumer preferences to navigating new market trends. Stay informed and get ahead in the swine industry-listen now on your favorite platform!

A great celebration to honor 50 years of the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference!

Hundreds gathered in St. Paul this past week to learn about the latest Science-Driven solutions for the swine industry and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference. Over a hundred renowned speakers covered dozens of topics, including the swine microbiome, sow longevity, ASF management strategies, Salmonella updates, and H5Nx influenza.

2024 Morrison Swine Innovator Prize awarded at Leman Swine Conference

2024 Morrison Swine Innovator Prize winner Savannah Thomson (left) and Dr. Perle Zhitnitskiy, CVM professor and coordinator of the competition.

St. Paul, Minn.—Savannah Thomson, a second-year student at Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, received the 2024 Morrison Swine Innovator Prize, an award given to veterinary students who want to make a difference in swine health and production.