Practical tip

• Diarrhea in young pigs may be a complex problem that needs careful investigation by the herd vet.
• Careful planning and consultation with the herd vet is critical for a successful Porcine Reproductive and respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) elimination in herds.
• If you see sudden deaths, you should notify your herd vet.

Message

The one and only Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) case in 2024 emphasized that manure storage may be contaminated with the virus more than 1 year and 8 months after the last pig with PED had left the premises. Therefore, contaminated manure may be spread in this Spring’s manure-spreading season. Extra caution should be applied in the area when spreading manure from previously PED infected barns.