Missouri Swine Health Symposium set for July 21

Jul 11, 2014

COLUMBIA, Mo.- University of Missouri Extension and the Missouri Pork Association are sponsoring the first ever Missouri Swine Health Symposium, July 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the MU Bradford Research Center.

The symposium takes the place of the MPA Swine Veterinarian Seminar. "We decided what needed to happen was to work together and have a bigger program," says MU Extension state swine specialist Tim Safranski. "It allows us to bring in bigger speakers and try to get some of the producers in with the veterinarians, because swine health is really a team effort."

State and national speakers will cover topics including disease action plans, antibiotic regulations, pork industry issues, reproductive management and market outlook.

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association has approved the event for 5.5 continuing education credits for veterinarians.

"In addition to education, there are opportunities for interaction and discussion," Safranski says. "For the statewide Missouri swine herd to maintain health, we need this communication among all the parties in the industry."

There is no cost to attend the event, but preregistration is required. To register for the Missouri Swine Health Symposium, go to www.mopork.com and click on the "Education" tab.

Source: AGEBB

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.