Pigs6Foreign Animal Disease PreparednessForeign Animal Diseases (FADs), such as African Swine Fever (ASF), pose a signi昀椀cant threat to pork productionand the resilience of the U.S. swine industry. Taking proactive steps is essential to protect individual farms andsupport the broader pork supply chain.Certi昀椀ed Swine Sample Collector (CSSC) ProgramThe Certi昀椀ed Swine Sample Collector (CSSC) program, a USDA-approved training initiative, supports theseefforts by equipping individuals to collect diagnostic samples safely and effectively. 102 of our team membersare CSSCs, contributing to disease preparedness.Proactive Steps for Pork ProducersSecure Pork Supply Completion•Customers who have a 昀椀ledVCPR with PipestoneCreate a Secure Pork Supply (SPS) plan:Work with your Pipestone veterinarian to develop a planthat helps:• Enhance biosecurity to limit disease exposure• Move animals under regulatory-approved permits• Maintain business continuity during an outbreak51%completion ratePipestone Managed Sow Farms•Maintain at least 30 days of pig movement records•Enroll in the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Program100%Support mandatory swine traceabilitycompletion rate•Committing to taking proactive steps is the best defense.Contact your Pipestone veterinarian today to complete your SPS plan.
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