September diagnostic data showed the typical seasonal rise in viral respiratory and enteric diseases, including increased detections of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus, active porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus variants, and seasonal influenza.
Source: PORK, October 20, 2026. Link. Because fall pathogen circulation frequently forecasts the severity of winter herd health challenges, producers cannot rely on vaccination alone to safeguard vulnerable grow-finish and wean-to-harvest facilities.
Tightening day-to-day biosecurity remains the most effective strategy to break transmission cycles, protect herd productivity and shield farm personnel in the months ahead.”
INSIGHTS: Biosecurity is just as important for the hobby producers as the big production outfits. The message of tightening now is important to share. For veterinary teams, consider producers that experienced wrecks last fall. Then proactively share articles like this with them. Loop in local extension, ag teachers and 4-H and FFA sponsors, too.
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