African swine fever

Biosecurity essential when showing animals during fair season

June 27, 2024 | By Julie Harker, University of Illinois Extension

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Biosecurity should be top of mind for those who show animals at county and state fairs, especially in the case of swine. University of Missouri Extension veterinarian Cory Bromfield said she’s noticed less concern overall about African swine fever (ASF) among pork producers and those who show pigs. She calls it “ASF…

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Avoid 'ASF fatigue' during pig showing season

July 22, 2023 | By Julie Harker, University of Missouri Extension

COLUMBIA, Mo. — As the summer fair season ramps up, biosecurity should be top of mind for those who show animals, especially in the case of swine, where keeping African swine fever out of the country is a top goal. University of Missouri Extension veterinarian Cory Bromfield said she’s noticed less concern overall about African…

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