Can’t-Miss Pork Conferences In 2025

Jun 02, 2025

ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference
For swine practitioners, the 2025 ISU McKean Swine Disease Conference will provide insights on sustainable veterinary medicine, the current economic state of the industry, and PRRS reduction strategies in Europe, in addition to an update on the US SHIP program. Two pre-conference workshops on Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae eradication and PRRS will also be held. During both workshops, global leaders will share their experiences with the control and elimination of these pathogens in commercial settings, along with new research and current tools available to control disease.

Events take place in Ames, Iowa, on June 24-25 and are planned in conjunction with Iowa Swine Day on June 26 to provide additional educational opportunities.

Early bird registration is open and available until June 9 for $250. After June 9, conference fee is $300. For more information on the event, visit the conference website.

National Pork Industry Conference
Producing Pork With a Purpose: Why We Do What We Do is the theme of the 29th annual National Pork Industry Conference aiming to deliver insights, conversations and leadership development during the July 13-16 event in Wisconsin Dells, Wis.

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Video: Five Confirmed New World Screwworm Cases Raise Alarm for Livestock and Pet Owners

Pat Hoffmann, Swine Technical Consultant at Elanco Animal Health tells us about the impact of New World Screwworm. The emergence of New World screwworm in the U.S. creates a threat for veterinarians, livestock producers and pet owners that has not been seen north of the Florida Keys since the fly was eradicated from the United States more than 50 years ago. New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) larvae feed on living tissue and can affect a wide range of warm-blooded animals, including livestock, companion animals, wildlife, and even humans.
“New World screwworm could have a devastating impact on animal health, welfare, and producer livelihoods,” said Jeff Simmons, President and CEO, Elanco Animal Health. “We want to thank the FDA, EPA and USDA, for all their work to prepare for this threat. We’re committed to supporting our customers during this challenging time by delivering innovation, scientific expertise, and available resources to help treat New World screwworm and support the health and well-being of animals.”
Elanco is working alongside the U.S. animal health industry to help them fight against this parasite, offering a portfolio of options for pets and livestock that can help treat New World screwworm larvae infestations.