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PQA Plus: Commitment to continuous improvement.

Because the content of this newly revised program has changed significantly, advisors who are currently certified also must successfully complete a 6.0 session to maintain that certification.

Dual feed bins by finishing building.

A recent publication from the Iowa Pork Industry Center on contingency planning regarding feed now has an accompanying calculator and information sheet to assist producers in preparing for the unexpected.

Hog barn worker evaluating a pen of gilts.
New Gilt Development Video Series from IPIC
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A new video series from the Iowa Pork Industry Center focuses on a variety of aspects related to gilt development packaged in an easy to watch format.

Looking down at a pigs back with red insect bites.

Insects can be harmful for swine and can create a large loss for producers when sending the animals to the packing plants.

Dual feed bins by finishing building.

An out-of-feed event on a farm can cause major problems in just a short amount of time. Having a back up plan can allow for feed to be manufactured, delivered, and placed in feeders in a timely manner during times of crisis while the producer continues to run an operation like normal.

Iowa Swine Day speakers: Mike Naig, Jamee Eggers, Steve Weiss, and Ross Bernstein.

The four plenary speakers at the 2024 Iowa Swine Day bring messages of integrity, sustainability, a positive industry future, and more.

The Pig Profit Tracker worksheet.

The costs of health impacts and labor are significant industry factors today regardless of operation size.

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