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Novus International Partners With Chr. Hansen

Cindy Zimmerman

NOVUS International signed an agreement last week at World Pork Expo with Chr. Hansen to provide the direct fed microbial BioPlus 2B® for swine producers in the United States. BioPlus 2B® contains two strains of Bacillus (Bacillus licheniformis and Bacillus subtilis). These Bacillus strains can improve the intestinal microbial balance of swine. Safety studies have proven that BioPlus 2B® strains …

Audio, Novus International, Pork, Swine, World Pork Expo

Hog Industry Outlook at WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

A media event at World Pork Expo sponsored by Fort Dodge Animal Health gave the outlook in several different areas for hog producers – the market, H1N1 and control of Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV2). It goes without saying that the market outlook is pretty dismal. University of Missouri professor emeritus Glenn Grimes summarized his forecast simply. “Farrows trending down, …

Audio, Pork, Swine, Veterinary, World Pork Expo

Impact of H1N1 at WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

Attendance was down a bit at World Pork Expo this year due primarily to the impact of the H1N1 virus or “swine flu,” which kept away many international visitors who would normally attend. Washing and sanitizing of hands was stressed more than normal and the flu was a topic of press conferences, media interviews and general conversation. As we all …

Audio, Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Pork, Swine, World Pork Expo

Pig Racing at WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

Seriously, what would a pork expo be without racing pigs? While World Pork Expo is a serious event for producers who want to find out the latest information about their industry, it’s also a family event with fun stuff like pig races. Hendrick’s Racing Pigs provides the entertainment in the cattle barn on the Iowa State Fairgrounds. The races are …

Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Pork, Swine, Video, World Pork Expo

Boehringer Ingelheim Lights Up WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

Boehringer Ingelheim gets the cool giveaway award for the World Pork Expo this year with their rechargeable pig flashlights. These nifty little gadgets use no batteries, so they are eco-friendly and sustainable – how about that?! They were definitely the most in-demand item at the expo and B-I ran out of them by the third day. I got one of …

Boehringer Ingelheim, World Pork Expo

Women in Swine Research and Production

Cindy Zimmerman

No one would argue (especially not the men!) that women are the backbone of the agriculture industry and during a seminar at World Pork Expo sponsored by Novus International titled “Women in Agriculture” we heard from two world-class women making a difference in the swine industry. Dr. Laura Greiner, who does research for Innovative Swine Solutions and Carthage Veterinary Service …

Agribusiness, Audio, Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Pork, Swine, World Pork Expo

Beautiful Weather for WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

Another simply gorgeous day for the World Pork Expo. Today is the last day for the event – a change from previous years. The expo used to start on Thursday and end Saturday afternoon, shortly before judging of the Great Pork BarbeQlossal. The days for that event, which is sponsored by the National Pork Board, remain the same. Cooking starts …

Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Pork, World Pork Expo

Kids and Hogs

Cindy Zimmerman

Participation in the Junior National Swine Show at World Pork Expo was up significantly this year. Apparently the kids don’t care that the hog industry is going through tough times right now! Officials said there were over 2000 entries in the show this year, up from 1800 last year, and it is so funny to see some of these really …

Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Swine, World Pork Expo

Novus Puttin’ on the Pig

Cindy Zimmerman

The highlight of day two at World Pork Expo is the carving of the roasted hogs and there were four this year. We already saw Elvis Pigsly in the last post – here is the Novus International feast. The hogs are roasted for almost 24 hours before they are carved up and offered for passers-by to enjoy, with a nice …

Audio, Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Swine, Video, World Pork Expo

Sweet Treats and Hot Eats at WPX

Cindy Zimmerman

The food is fine and the weather couldn’t be better at World Pork Expo this year. As might be expected, there is lots and lots of pork available. The roasted whole hogs are coming out now, including Elvis Pigsly pictured here, and one right here in front of the Novus tent. There are four whole hogs coming out on the …

Boehringer Ingelheim, Novus International, Pork, World Pork Expo