Swine health : publication
Marcia S. Carlson and Thomas J. FangmanDepartment of Animal SciencesThe term antibiotic means "against life" or "destructive to life." An antibiotic is a natural compound synthesized by a living organism that inhibits the growth of another living organism.
Disease control is one of the most challenging areas for producers in swine production. Visit our site to learn about Biosecurity for Today’s Swine Operation.
Parasites can greatly reduce swine performance. Visit our website to learn about the Common Internal Parasites of Swine.
John C. Rea and Trygve VeumDepartment of Animal SciencesFeed is a major portion of the total costs involved in Missouri swine production. Interest in on-farm ration formulation and mixing is growing, particularly in years of short feed supplies and high prices.
Craig A. Payne, DVM, MSAssociate Extension ProfessorVeterinary Medical Extension and Continuing EducationPamela Adkins, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIMAssistant ProfessorFood Animal Medicine and Surgery
Roderick C. TubbsSwine veterinarianCommercial Agriculture Program
Roderick C. TubbsSwine veterinarianCommercial Agriculture ProgramJeanette L. FlossCollege of Veterinary Medicine
Thomas J. FangmanCollege of Veterinary MedicineCommercial Agriculture ProgramJoseph M. ZulovichDepartment of Biological and Agricultural EngineeringCommercial Agriculture Program
Jack C. Whittier
Animal Sciences Department
During periods of high temperatures and humidity, livestock losses can occur from hot weather stress.
Jeanette L. FlossCollege of Veterinary MedicineRoderick C. TubbsSwine veterinarianCommercial Agriculture Program
Fred FishelDepartment of Agronomy