BioSec Industry Briefing — Saturday, July 25, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Saturday, July 25, 2026 — let’s dig into what’s moving the swine side this morning. Scientists at the University of Nebraska are reporting a significant breakthrough in swine vaccine development, according to Pork Business. Husker researchers have pioneered what they’re calling a new vaccine innovation designed to strengthen disease protection in […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Friday, July 24, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Friday, July 24, 2026 — let’s get right into it. On the poultry side this morning, a major egg recall is underway. More than 19 million eggs are being voluntarily recalled over potential salmonella contamination, according to ABC News. The FDA says nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs have been pulled from […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Thursday, July 23, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Thursday, July 23, 2026 — let’s get right into it. A major egg recall is underway this morning after potential salmonella contamination. According to the FDA, a poultry firm has recalled nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs over salmonella concerns as stomach illness cases have been rising across the country. The Independent […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Wednesday, July 22, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 — let’s get straight to it. Starting on the swine side, Farms.com is reporting that 2,400 pigs have just arrived in the United States from Canada. The shipment marks continued cross-border movement of breeding stock between the two countries. Canada remains a key source for genetic material […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Tuesday, July 21, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 — let’s get into it. We’re starting on the swine side with preparedness. TheLandOnline is reporting that pig farms of any size need to have their emergency protocols locked in now. The message is straightforward: whether you’re running fifty head or fifty thousand, having a solid action […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Monday, July 20, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Monday, July 20, 2026 — let’s get right into it. Starting with disease prevention: Vermont Business Magazine is reporting on a new diagnostic tool designed to strengthen livestock and poultry biosecurity. The innovation aims to improve early detection and response protocols across farm operations, helping producers identify health threats faster before […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Sunday, July 19, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Sunday, July 19, 2026 — let’s get straight into it. African swine fever has put Nagaland, India on high alert this morning. WION is reporting an outbreak that’s prompted authorities to ban all pig movement in Kohima. The restrictions are in place to contain spread of the virus, which remains one […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Saturday, July 18, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Saturday, July 18, 2026 — let’s get right into it. The National Pork Producers Council is pushing hard for new federal drone rules, saying they’re critical infrastructure protection for the nation’s food supply. According to Pork Business, NPPC wants the Agriculture Department and Department of Homeland Security to establish regulations that […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Friday, July 17, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Friday, July 17, 2026 — let’s get right into it. Pork Business is reporting that 2026 is shaping up as a reality check year for swine health management. The industry’s been dealing with a perfect storm of respiratory challenges, digestive issues, and ongoing reproductive disease pressure. Operations that’ve coasted on older […]
BioSec Industry Briefing — Thursday, July 16, 2026
BioSec Bob here on Thursday, July 16, 2026 — let’s get right into it. Starting on the swine side with some vaccine news out of the research world. National Hog Farmer is reporting that researchers have completed the first study to evaluate a prescribed porcine sapovirus vaccine. Sapovirus causes diarrhea in piglets and has been […]