Journal of Swine Health and Production

September and October, 2012
VOLUME 20, NUMBER 5

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 The Journal of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians

President’s message: A grocer’s perspective
Tara Donovan, DVM

From the Executive Director: Changeup
Tom Burkgren, DVM

From the Executive Editor: We want to know your opinion!
Terri O’Sullivan, DVM, PhD

Letter to the Editor: Exogenous source of PRRSV antibody in positive oral-fluid ELISA results
Drs J. K. Johnson, R. Main, and J. Zimmerman
(PDF PDF version available)

Effect of mixing piglets affected by Escherichia coli diarrhea on growth and welfare responses
Quiñonero J, Ramis G, Lopes E, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Gilt replacement strategies used in two swine production areas in Quebec in regard to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus
Lambert ME, Denicourt M, Poljak Z, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

Effect of turmeric (Curcuma longa Linnaeus) on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, hematological values, and intestinal histology in nursery pigs
Maneewan C, Yamauchi K, Mekbungwan A, et al
(PDF PDF version available)

News from the National Pork Board:

  • Checkoff Research: US pork industry’s shrinking carbon footprint equals increased sustainability
  • Checkoff research abounds at Leman Swine Conference
  • Checkoff introduces a new level of professionalism
  • Veterinarians urged to speak up for pork

AASV news:

  • AASV Web site receives makeover
  • Accreditation renewal
  • Nominate exceptional colleagues for AASV awards
  • Call for papers – AASV 2013 Student Seminar
  • Veterinary student scholarships
  • 44th AASV Annual Meeting: Call for submissions – Industrial Partners session
  • Consider switching to electronic CVIs

Advocacy in action: AASV leadership meets in DC
Harry Snelson, DVM

Straight talk — Education: Changing paradigms
Tracy Ann Raef and Dr Josh Ellingson


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The Journal of Swine Health and Production is published by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians. Opinions expressed in this publication are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the endorsement, official attitude, or position of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians, the Journal of Swine Health and Production, or any Industry Support Council member. The Journal of Swine Health and Production is a refereed publication and is a benefit of membership in the American Association of Swine Veterinarians.