The Swine Care Handbook from the National Pork Board is a science-driven summary of swine care and husbandry practices. It serves as a resource for the industryâs certification programs and education materials, on-farm standard operating procedures and for industry positions on animal care and well-being. For the next two months, the producer association is seeking your feedback on the draft content of the revised handbook.
Monthly Archives: January 2016
Position Announcement: Pillen Family Farms Veterinarian
Pillen Family Farms is a family-owned, farrow to finish company with farms in Nebraska and South Dakota. The Pillen Family Farms’ business model has minimal contract partners. As a result, this position will enjoy interacting with Pillen Team Members who are all striving to achieve the same goals. Pillen Family Farms is seeking a Commercial Field Veterinarian. This position will be engaged in herd health monitoring, establishing herd health protocols, and assessing biosecurity principles and processes. This position will require being in the field 80% of the time, with occasional overnight stays.
Position Announcement: DNA Genetics Veterinarian
DNA Genetics is a privately owned and operated genetics business that focuses on the âBest Pigâ and the âBest Peopleâ for the North American swine industry needs. DNA Genetics is seeking a Field Veterinarian. This position will be engaged in herd health monitoring, establishing herd health protocols, and assessing biosecurity principles and processes. This position will require being in the field 60-80% of the time, with occasional overnight stays.
People on the Move: Dr. Alvaro Aldaz
Dr. Alvaro Aldaz has been appointed by Zoetis (formerly Pfizer Animal Health) as Director Technical Services Swine & Poultry by Zoetis for the Southern Europe countries. He will be based in Madrid, Spain, and will coordinate the technical support teams. Dr. Aldaz started with Pfizer in 1995 in Spain as Director of Swine Technical Services and then Marketing Manager for Swine Products. In 2005 he relocated with his family to the US, and based at Pfizer headquarters held several international swine marketing and business positions supporting Europe, United States, and more recently Canada and Latin America. He received his Degree in Veterinary Medicine from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and more recently his MBA degree. Updated contact information for Dr. Aldaz is available at www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
People on the Move: Dr. Megan Inskeep
Dr. Megan Inskeep has joined Merck Animal Health as a Technical Services Veterinarian in the Swine Business Unit. Dr. Inskeep received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from North Carolina State University. Based in Indiana, she will provide technical support for the growing portfolio of Merck Animal Health swine products to veterinary practices and swine production companies in the Eastern Cornbelt. Dr. Inskeep was previously in private swine practice in Rensselaer, Indiana. Updated contact information for Dr. Inskeep is available at www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
People on the Move: Dr. Justin Cagle
Dr. Justin Cagle has joined Merck Animal Health as a Technical Services Veterinarian in the Swine Business Unit. Dr. Cagle received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from North Carolina State University. Based in North Carolina, he will provide technical support for the growing portfolio of Merck Animal Health swine products to veterinary practices and swine production companies in the Southeast US. Dr. Cagle was previously with Tyson Foods. Updated contact information for Dr. Cagle is available at www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
People on the Move: Dr. Robyn Fleck
Dr. Robyn Fleck has joined Merck Animal Health as a Senior Technical Services Manager in the Swine Business Unit. Dr. Fleck received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Tufts University. Based in Arkansas, she will provide technical support for the growing portfolio of Merck Animal Health swine products to veterinary practices and swine production companies in the Mid-South and Plains States region. Dr. Fleck was most recently with Zoetis. Updated contact information for Dr. Fleck is available at www.aasv.org/members/only/directory.php. Are you on the move? If so, let us know at aasv@aasv.org.
Position Announcement: Technical Services Veterinarian
APC seeks a Technical Services Veterinarian to provide technical advice, guidance and support to promote the sales and application of APC products worldwide across multiple animal production industries. The Technical Services Veterinarian will develop sales opportunities for APC, establish and monitor field studies and maintain satisfaction among established APC clientele. This position is based out of the company headquarters in Ankeny, Iowa, and requires business travel on a regular basis (up to 50%).
Position Announcement: Swine Herd Health Veterinarian
Position Open: Swine Heard Health Veterinarian located in Northern Illinois.
Position Announcement: Associate Director – Health
The Maschhoffs, the largest independent pork producers in the U.S., is looking for an Associate Director – Health, located within 60 mile radius of Pittsfield, Illinois.