The American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) honored six members for their contributions to the association and the swine industry. Dr. Jeff Harker, 2020 AASV president and 2024 Awards Selection Committee chair, introduced the recipients during the February 26, 2024, awards reception at the 55th AASV Annual Meeting, held in Nashville, Tennessee.
Monthly Archives: February 2024
AASV Foundation Awards More than $100,000 for Research
As part of its mission to fund research with direct application to the profession, the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation awarded more than $100,000 in funding for research. Dr. Ross Kiehne, chair of the AASV Foundation, announced the selection of 4 research proposals for funding during the AASV and AASV Foundation cosponsored luncheon on February 26 held during the AASV Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. The foundation granted funds to support efforts by principal researchers from the University of Minnesota and Iowa State University.
AASV Installs 2024 Officers
Dr. Angela Baysinger was installed as president of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians on February 27, 2024, during the association’s 55th Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. She succeeds Dr. William Hollis, who is now immediate past president. Dr. Locke Karriker has ascended to president-elect. The newly elected vice president is Dr. Rebecca Robbins.
Position Announcement: Swine Production Veterinarian – Ames, Iowa
Seaboard Foods of Iowa has an exciting Swine Production Veterinarian opportunity in our Ames, Iowa office. In this highly impactful role, you will be a key member of the Vet Services team. The Swine Production Veterinarian is responsible for the verification of the health of Seaboard Foods swine herds through direct interaction with company producers and contract growers, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures and production practices. Handles health-related farm issues and communicates issues to the appropriate department head. Works directly with the production management team and veterinary services team with diagnostic work, planning health programs, monitoring health, developing systems, maintaining biosecurity programs, medication use, and involvement with governmental regulatory concerns.
AASV Foundation Heritage Fellow Recognized
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation is committed to fund research, scholarships, externships, tuition grants, and other programs and activities that benefit the profession of swine veterinary medicine. The Foundation relies on the generous support of donors to fulfill this commitment.
Abstract: African swine fever at the wildlife-livestock interface: challenges for management and outbreak response within invasive wild pigs in the United States
Abstract: African swine fever at the wildlife-livestock interface: challenges for management and outbreak response within invasive wild pigs in the United States
Abstract: Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma Gondii Infection in Pigs from Southwestern Mississippi
Abstract: Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma Gondii Infection in Pigs from Southwestern Mississippi.
SHIC/AASV Porcine Circovirus-Focused Webinar Provides Timely Updates
On February 6, 2024, the Swine Health Information Center along with the American Association of Swine Veterinarians offered a webinar focused on emerging trends of porcine circovirus. Expert presenters provided the latest information on porcine circovirus including domestic and global distribution, new research updates, diagnostic trends, sample types submitted for surveillance, interpretation of test results, and practitioner perspectives for disease management strategies.
You’re Invited: AASV Praise Breakfast
Need some inspiration for your journey? Join us Sunday morning of AASV in the Lincoln Rooms on the Mezzanine Level at 7AM for breakfast, singing, scripture, and a panel discussion.
Wellness Wednesday – Hearing Testing at AASV
Wellness Wednesday – Physical Wellbeing Tip: Get your hearing tested for FREE at the AASV Annual Meeting! Thanks to efforts by the AASV Human Health, Safety, and Well-being Committee, basic hearing tests will be available at no charge to attendees at the 2024 AASV Annual Meeting in Nashville Monday, February 26.