BioSec Bob here on Friday, May 29, 2026 — let’s dive right in.
Starting with swine disease management this morning: CochraneNow is reporting on a webinar aimed at exploring disease prevention strategies across hog operations. The session will bring together producers and veterinary experts to discuss practical approaches to keeping herds healthy and reducing the spread of pathogens in high-density operations. Details on timing and registration aren’t specified in the initial notice, but if you’re looking to sharpen your biosecurity playbook, this is the kind of workshop worth monitoring for scheduling.
Over in the Philippines, Davao De Oro is receiving PHP13 million in support for swine breeding stock—what’s called a swine multiplier facility—according to pageone.ph. The region’s hog industry took a significant hit from African swine fever, and this investment is meant to rebuild breeding genetics and get producers back on their feet. It’s a reminder of how critical disease control remains for global pork production, even as some regions continue recovery efforts.
On the technology front, National Hog Farmer reports that Iowa State University researchers are working on what they’re calling the “holy grail” of pig identification. The team is developing systems to track individual animals more accurately throughout their lives on farm—something that could revolutionize herd management, health monitoring, and record-keeping across commercial operations. The specifics on the method and timeline for commercial availability weren’t detailed in today’s report.
Shifting to poultry now: Feedstuffs is covering a partnership announcement between Wayne-Sanderson Farms and Mississippi State University. The collaboration is aimed at strengthening research and education in poultry production and food safety. Wayne-Sanderson, one of the larger poultry integrators in the country, sees this as a way to deepen ties with the university’s agricultural programs and stay connected to emerging research.
Down in North Carolina, the town of Leland is tightening regulations on backyard chickens and livestock starting June 1st, according to WECT television. Residents currently allowed to keep small flocks will need to comply with new ordinances, though specifics on how many birds are allowed or what exemptions might exist weren’t laid out in the initial reporting. If you’ve got operations or family near Leland, worth checking the town’s website for the full requirements.
And finally, the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network is flagging the importance of protecting swine herds against porcine circovirus—a virus that can cause significant production losses even when other diseases stay under control. With PCV detection ongoing across various herds, veterinarians continue to emphasize proper vaccination protocols and biosecurity measures to minimize its impact.
Keep your protocols tight and stay on top of those disease alerts.