Hogs

This section outlines different aspects to improving hog health, including swine diseases, vaccines, antibiotic use, and biosecurity. This section also gives management advice, such as handling, facilities, new products, and technology.

Why You Can’t Believe What China Says About African Swine Fever

A week in China shows Iowa farmers that the country’s agriculture is in chaos.

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Feed Will Carry African Swine Fever

Kansas State University study shows experimental transmission of African swine fever virus through feed.

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ASF Travel Protocol

There are travel protocols in place if you visit a country that’s known to have African Swine Fever. Know what to expect when you go through customs.

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Repair and Maintenance

Maintaining Closing Wheels

By Repair and Maintenance

Ensure good seed-to-soil contact by making sure the closing wheels on your planter are operating as they should. Check the condition and alignment.

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Jolene Brown Gives Family Business Maintenance Advice

By Successful Farming Television

Jolene Brown gives her advice on how to get past family issues and do the business right.

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Top Shops

Huge Jump Start Comes in a Small Package

By Top Shops

The use of lithium-ion phosphate batteries cut the weight of the Crankenstein jump starter by 80%.

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Winter Disease Control In Pigs

Disease control is a challenge for hog producers in winter. Have a consistent biosecurity program and good communication with your veterinarian.

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African Swine Fever Response

African Swine Fever is spreading among pigs in Africa, Asia and Europe. Preparedness and response plans are ready to go in the United States.

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African Swine Fever

African Swine Fever is a severe viral disease in pigs that’s destroying herds in many countries. Learn more about this emerging risk and the symptoms.

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What North Carolina Farms Need After Hurricane Florence

North Carolina and other East Coast states were hit by Hurricane Florence last week. The needs are great and may not be as obvious as you think.

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Consumer Meat Trends

Pork consumption is increasing among consumers, but they’d eat even more if they knew how to cook it. Follow the latest consumer meat trends.

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Weaning Piglets

Swine producers are always looking for ways to improve piglet mortality and growth rate. One solution is for the pigs to be older before you wean them.