OMS Speaker Antibiotics Update Training at World Pork Expo

May 27, 2016

OMS speakers are reporting an increase in confusion and concern among their audiences about the use of antibiotics in food animals. Speakers are asking for additional information on how to address these concerns and antibiotics questions.

In response to that need, the National Pork Board has set up six (6) special one (1) hour OMS Speaker Antibiotics Update Training sessions at World Pork Expo.

The OMS Speaker Antibiotics Update Training will cover:

The latest consumer research
Updated National Pork Board messages and online resources
Updated Q&A in a workshop format

World Pork Expo Training Dates and Times:

June 8 (Wednesday):

10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.

June 10 (Friday):

2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
No registration is required to attend the update training. Please attend the class that works best for you.

Training Location:
All classes will be held at the 4–H Building (south annex) on the southwest corner of the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines.

We recommend bringing a laptop for note taking; training material will be provided on a USB flash drive.

Please contact Operation Main Street at 800-711-0747 if you have questions about the OMS Speaker Antibiotics Update Training sessions at World Pork Expo.

Source: AASV

Video: Shearing Delay Leads To Kingston 4H Sheep Show!

What started as a disappointment turned into a day full of surprises, fun, and celebration as we leave Ewetopia Farms behind and head out to the Kingston Fair to watch the 4H sheep show

Today’s vlog was supposed to be another sheep shearing day here at Ewetopia Farms, but when our shearer had to cancel, we suddenly found ourselves with an unexpected free day. Lucky for us, the Kingston Fair was happening — and some of our own sheep (and friends) were competing!

We brought along our shearing helper and headed to the fairgrounds to cheer on the 4H kids and see how our sheep did in the show. From last-minute preparations and sheep showmanship to market lamb competitions and ewe classes, we take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like at a country fair.

We couldn’t be prouder — our girls walked away with wins in both showmanship and breeding ewe classes! Afterwards, we toured the fair, met a beekeeper with fascinating insights, admired other livestock shows, and wrapped up the evening with motocross stunts and a demolition derby!

Sometimes farm life throws curveballs — but today, it gave us the chance to celebrate community, our sheep, and the next generation of shepherds.