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Disease Alert: PDCOV and PED

Don't let outbreaks turn into a potential epidemic.

Active cases of PDCOV and PED have risen sharply in Ontario. All producers and their business partners visiting the farm are strongly encouraged to increase biosecurity vigilance, particularly as we approach planting season where risk of transmission through manure movement is increased.

Report all potential cases to your veterinarian as soon as possible. Additional information is linked below.

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Iron in Piglets Diets: Practical Approaches for Health and Growth - Dr. Young Dal Jang

Video: Iron in Piglets Diets: Practical Approaches for Health and Growth - Dr. Young Dal Jang

The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Young Dal Jang from the University of Georgia explores iron nutrition in piglets and its impact on health and growth. He explains why iron is crucial for development, the risks associated with deficiency, and how various injection strategies impact performance. You’ll learn practical insights on iron requirements, retention, timing, and supplementation. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Iron is required for hemoglobin synthesis, myoglobin synthesis, and antioxidant enzyme activity in pigs."