Premises ID Number (PIN) ear tags… In light of new disease that has entered the U.S. in the last 24 months, everyone in the swine industry is more aware of what “disease traceability” means and how new diseases can impact our industry. A new requirement by the packers & processors in the U.S. has…
Month: December 2014
Pipestone Management Service Awards
Twice a year, Pipestone Management employees gather to review success from the past six months, look at improvements for the upcoming year, and simply enjoy each other’s company. With the business continually growing, it becomes more and more difficult to host all employees in one location – especially when they are spread out…
Balancing Family Tradition with New Practices
Finding a balance between carrying on family farming traditions and adopting new practices for the future can be a challenge for many farmers and livestock producers. Gary Wedewer is the fourth generation to live on the farm in northeast Iowa that was started in 1882 by his great grandfather. Decisions that Gary has made…
Preparing for Winter Transport
Heading into the winter months, livestock transportation can quickly become a nightmare. For your pigs, dropping temps can mean decreased immune systems and increased susceptibility to viruses. During the winter, transportation is one of many touch points where proper management practices can make a big difference when it comes time to market. In order…