Mar 31, 2025 · Under the proposal, APHIS would create sectors for various types of swine herds and production facilities centered on production methods and disease risk. Participating sites would be able to obtain certifications of disease-monitored status for ASF and CSF.

3 days ago · Feral swine—also known as wild pigs, wild boars, wild hogs, and razorbacks—are descendants of escaped or released pigs first brought to the United States by Europeans as a food source. They are a dangerous and destructive invasive species, and their populations have expanded across the country.

Knowledge of the amount of manure and plant nutrients produced on a swine farm is the first step in the proper operation of a swine manure handling, treatment, and utilization system.

- Temporary strategies for managing pigs during emergency processing plant closures.

Apr 3, 2025 · Swine manure is a valuable fertilizer that offers many benefits to farmers and the environment. High nutrient content, slow release of nutrients, and rich micronutrient profile make swine manure an excellent choice for promoting healthy plant growth and improving soil fertility.

Jun 13, 2023 · Consulting with a veterinarian or swine management expert can provide valuable insights for developing the most effective procedures. These SOPs are basic and cover all topics needed for PQA+ training and site assessments.

Nov 1, 2018 · Forages selected for swine should be succulent and capable of high production, very palatable, high in protein and vitamins, and produce over a reasonably long growth period. Pastures make possible a good swine sanitation and disease control program.

4 days ago · The policy brief, titled “Policy and practice brief on the 2019 New Swine Inspection System, line speeds, and workers” was published online in the Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development on March 10, 2025. Before the new inspection system was implemented, swine slaughter plants followed the federal guidelines that capped their maximum line speed at 1,106 heads per hour.

Jan 10, 2025 · Workers at poultry and hog processing plants are at high risk of injury and musculoskeletal disorders fueled by heavy workloads and fears of job loss, according to two independent studies of the industries released Friday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Jun 20, 2005 · Technological change and vertical integration in the swine industry have resulted in fewer farms producing record amounts of pork. Currently, there are around 8,000 Northeast pork producers, who sell almost 1.3 million pigs valued at more than $500 million annually.