Study Validates U.S. Pork Industry's Biosecurity Measures

Weekly eNewsletter | September 20, 2021 | Volume 180

Study Validates U.S. Pork Industry's Biosecurity Measures

A new year-long study to identify U.S. pork industry gaps in biosecurity defenses against foreign animal diseases, funded by the Pork Checkoff and the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC), found no major areas have been overlooked in efforts to prevent the introduction of African swine fever (ASF) to the United States.

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Wisconsin Farm Bureau Announces Excellence in Ag Finalists

Four individuals have been selected as Wisconsin Farm Bureau’s Excellence in Ag finalists and will compete in December for the top honor.

The Excellence in Ag award recognizes members of Farm Bureau’s Young Farmer and Agriculturist Program who excel in their leadership abilities and involvement in agriculture, Farm Bureau and other civic and service organizations.

Sheep Dairy Industry Small But Mighty

Wisconsin is the nation’s leader in dairy production, both when it comes to cows and goats. One less common, but still important piece to Wisconsin’s dairy industry is dairy sheep. A small but mighty industry, sheep milk products are gaining popularity with consumers and the small industry has a tough time even keeping up with growing demand.

Alpaca Fiber Proves Popular

Ginny Olson of Fevolden Farm Alpacas in Black River Falls can be found at most festivals featuring animal fibers or local businesses. Her family’s farm raises alpacas for fiber and turns those fibers into products for crafts or fashion.