Marshall Swine & Poultry Health Services

10/07/2021

Great Article by Marty summarizing mitigation strategies for the 'suiside' diseases

Glaesserella (Haemophilus) parasuis, is the bacterial cause of fibrinous polyserositis that we refer to as Glässer’s disease. This common bacteria is normally an early colonizer of the nasal cavity in piglets. Piglets are initially colonized with the strains that are shed by the sow and their lit...

09/16/2020

As you may have already heard, Dr. Teryn has decided to move back home to Calgary, thus her time with us has sadly come to an end. She was a wonderful addition to this clinic, and has a very bright future ahead of her. We will miss her greatly and wish her all the best in her future endeavours.

09/08/2020

"Canadian meat processor Maple Leaf Foods Inc has suspended exports of pork to China after a coronavirus outbreak was reported in a plant in Manitoba."
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08/27/2020

This is a really great article about a producer from the Netherlands who is out to prove that swine producers can make more money from improving pig welfare

'Consumers will always choose cheap pork over premium.' Annechien ten Have-Mellema disagrees.

08/25/2020

"Whether you are an experienced grower looking to review best practices or someone who is new to turkey farming, our How-To videos will guide you through common tasks in turkey management. This video addresses how to set up Stir Fans"

Whether you are an experienced grower looking to review best practices or someone who is new to turkey farming, our How-To videos will guide you through common tasks in turkey management. This video addresses how to set up Stir Fans. Airflow plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and wellness o...

08/21/2020

Our little guard dog was waiting very patiently this morning at the door her favourite person Sue uses every day.

08/20/2020

Interesting article focusing on factors that effect GIT health!

Source: PoultryHealthToday.com The vital role the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) plays in nutrient absorption and the immune response is probably much more complex and dynamic than most of us realize. We do know, however, that maintaining good intestinal health and minimizing intestinal disruptions ar...

08/18/2020

"Hog backlogs in the U.S., due to , have caused prices to plunge for Canadian producers whose are priced according to the U.S. system. Canadian packers, meanwhile, are short of hogs, defying the laws of supply and demand." Alberta Pork

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The beef sector is regaining some optimism, but pork producers are still fighting to stay afloat. “Our producers are losing a lot of money,” said Darcy