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Animal Agriculture Quarterly
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The official newsletter of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture
June 2009 Vol. 9, Issue 2
Message from Dr. Leonard Bull, NIAA Chairman of the Board
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The NIAA office has relocated from Bowling Green, Ky.,
to Colorado Springs, Colo., a move initiated in January when NIAA
contracted with the National Livestock Producers Association (NLPA) to
house and provide management services.
NIAA's office is now under the direction of Scott Stuart, Managing
Director; Scharee Atchison, Director of Operations; and Katie Ambrose,
Director of Membership. Other staff members include Teres Lambert,
Director of Communications; Gale Johnson, Director of Special Projects;
and Cora Newsom, Web Site Administrator.
Board Member Perry Mobley chairs NIAA's newly formed Membership
Committee. This committee is diligently formulating strategies and
tactics to help inform individuals and organizations of NIAA's mission
and guiding principles. The ultimate goal, of course, is increased
membership.
An NIAA Business Plan is being developed. This plan will address how
NIAA can work more closely-and with less overlap-with other animal
agriculture-related organizations.
In summary, NIAA is now in a position to adapt to the "new" economy in
an efficient manner that will allow us to provide the leadership that
has been the hallmark of NIAA.
ID INFO EXPO: NIAA has been identified as the leading organization in
the United States in providing a forum for discussion of issues
associated with animal identification and traceability. Included in the
leadership role for NIAA has been a strict adherence to the delivery of
sound, factual information on all sides of this complex and often
emotional issue.
When numerous issues in the animal identification arena indicated the
need for another ID INFO EXPO, NIAA stepped up to the plate to host the
event now slated for Aug. 25-27 in Kansas City, Mo. Hosting the event
was a natural move as NIAA is an umbrella organization for all livestock
species groups and provides a forum for those involved in or passionate
about animal agriculture, including but not limited to producers, state
and national association leadership, veterinarians-private practice and
government, extension specialists, academia, researchers, state and
national government regulatory personnel and allied industry.
The '09 ID INFO EXPO is the ideal place to share opinions and exchange
new information and where livestock producers can make educated
decisions based on the most current and most accurate information. An
added bonus of the '09 ID INFO EXPO is the tradeshow that will feature
the latest in animal identification and information technologies.
I look forward to seeing you in Kansas City on Aug. 25-27.
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In This Issue
ID Mandate - Aug. 25-27
NIAA Speakers Hit Mark
NIAA '09 Resolutions
NIAA Honors 3 individuals
NIAA Board Expands to 20
Scrapie in Goats
New Swine, Poultry E-Newsletters
News Briefs
New Members
NIAA welcomes 10 new members:
Fort Supply Technologies
Pro Saayma
North Carolina Pork Council
USDA/ARS U.S. Sheep Experiment Station
Kentucky Farm Bureau
North Dakota State University
Ms. Linda Campbell
Ms. Julia M. Smith
Don Nikodim
Tim Niedecken
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Dr. Leonard Bull, Chairman
Dr. Robert Fourdraine, Vice Chair
Dr. Mark Engle, Secretary
Glenn Fischer, Treasurer
Perry Mobley, Member At Large
The ID Mandate: Meeting Consumer and Government Demands
Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) and Rep. Collin Peterson (D-Minn.) are among
those in Congress who want a mandatory animal identification system. Dr.
W. Ron DeHaven, American Veterinary Medical Association Executive Vice
President, agrees, noting that a mandatory national program would be the
most effective way to minimize the effects of an animal disease outbreak
and "is crucial in order to avoid the economic consequences of a major
animal disease outbreak."
Not everyone agrees with Reps. Scott and Peterson and Dr. DeHaven and
voice concern about a mandatory national animal identification system.
While the reasons for their stand vary, many frequently include cost of
implementation and confidentiality in their discussions.
"If you care about animal agriculture and want to speak out and be heard
regarding the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), then you
should attend ID INFO EXPO 2009 in Kansas City, MO, on Aug. 25 through
27," states Glenn Fischer, chairman of the ID INFO EXPO. "In-depth
presentations and discussions will cover national animal identification,
cost, confidentiality, technology, traceability and potential
regulation. And those attending can explore new ID and information
technologies at the EXPO tradeshow while networking with industry and
subject matter experts."
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Theme for ID INFO EXPO 2009 is "The ID Mandate: Meeting Consumer and
Government Demands."
ID INFO EXPO 2009 is designed so attendees can fly in Tuesday morning,
attend the meeting that starts at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, then fly out
Thursday afternoon as the meeting concludes at 1 p.m. on Thursday. In,
out. Two nights, three days.
Registration for the conference is $375 for NIAA members who register
prior to June 30 and $425 for members registering after June 30.
Registration rate for non-NIAA members is $425 for those registering
June 30 or prior and $475 for those registering after June 30. A special
student rate is available.
Headquarters for ID INFO EXPO 2009 is the Westin Crown Center, Kansas
City, Mo. Special room rates are available: $130/night/single or double
occupancy; $107/night government rate. Rooms can be reserved by calling
the Westin Crown Center at 816-474-440. Make sure you indicate that you
are attending the ID INFO EXPO so you get our special group rate.
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NIAA at 719.538.8843.
NIAA Annual Meeting: Speakers Hit Mark
Under the umbrella of "The Changing Face of Animal Agriculture," NIAA's
opening general session at its annual meeting in Louisville, Ky., March
31-April 1, featured seven speakers who delivered numerous "ah-ha"
moments:
* Dr. James MacDonald, Chief, Agricultural Structure and
Productivity Branch, Economic Research Service, USDA - Highlighted
information gleaned from the recently published "Transformation of U.S.
Agriculture."
* Jon Caspers, Chairman, U.S. Meat Export Federation - Provided a
picture of the export of U.S. meats and lessons learned from various
countries.
* Lisa Katic, Dietician and President of KConsulting - Identified
today's players in the nutrition field and who is saying what about
nutrition, noting that some players are animal activitists with a hidden
agenda.
* Frank Beurskens, Co-founder and CEO, ShoptoCook, Inc. - Shared
what consumers are telling us through their actions and words and how
innovative units in the meat and seafood aisle of supermarkets are
influencing demand.
* Dan Sutherland, Johnsonville Foods - Focused on animal
agriculture's moral responsibility to produce a sale product and today's
consumer's desire for companies to be transparent in regards to animal
welfare, environment, antibiotics, traceability, audits, food safety and
brand trust.
* Bill Medley, Vice President, Market Segments, Farm Credit
Services of Mid-America -Discussed in layman's language what's happening
in today's economy and how these factors impact agriculture.
* Jerry Roell, Sales Branch Manager, John Deere Columbus -
Addressed challenges and solutions in agriculture as well as presented a
Top 10 list of livestock producer insights.
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"This opening general session was unique and covered the gamut. Many
attendees left wishing all of animal agriculture could hear what they
heard," stated Dr. Leonard Bull, NIAA's chairman of the board. "I lost
count of the number of people who said this was the best set of speakers
they had heard at any event in the past several years."
Presentations given at NIAA's opening general session can be seen and
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Resolution Actions at NIAA Annual Meeting
NIAA's five species-specific committees--Cattle, Equine, Poultry, Sheep
and Goat, and Swine--and seven issues-based committees--Animal Care,
Animal Health Emergency Management, Animal Health & International Trade,Animal Identification & Information Systems, Animal Production Food Safety & Security and Emerging Diseases--adopted a total of three new resolutions, amended 17 resolutions and reaffirmed 14 resolutions.
All action was taken at NIAA's annual meeting in Louisville, Ky., March
31-April 1.
Adopted resolutions addressed:
1. Animal Care: Need for Objective Guidelines for Animal Welfare
2. Cattle: U.S. Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Program
3. Equine: Equine Infectious Anemia
A complete listing and details of resolutions adopted, amended or
reaffirmed is available on NIAA's web site at
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Pace Dr. Leonard Bull with Pam Meador
The National Institute for Animal Agriculture honored three individuals
at its annual meeting in Louisville, Ky.
Dr. Sam Holland, the former state veterinarian for the South Dakota
Animal Industry Board, was presented NIAA's highly regarded Meritorious
Service Award which is given in recognition of leadership, dedication
and contributions to the organization and animal agriculture. Holland
retired from the South Dakota Animal Industry Board on March 6 of this
year after serving 22 years on the board and another 15 years devoted to
industry as a large animal practitioner.
The organization's coveted President's Award which recognizes an NIAA
committee chairman for exemplary leadership and dedication to NIAA was
presented to Dr. Lanny Pace, Executive Director of the Mississippi
Veterinary Diagnostic and Research Laboratory System. Dr. Pace heads
NIAA's Emerging Diseases Committee which is dedicated to helping animal
agriculture stay abreast of emerging animal diseases, educating NIAA
members and others within animal agriculture about emerging animal
diseases and in creating resolutions and position statements regarding
emerging animal disease issues, which are aimed at benefiting animal
health and U.S. animal agriculture.
Pam Meador, a nine-year employee of NIAA, received NIAA's Chairman
Award. Although this award is typically given to an NIAA volunteer,
Chairman Len Bull opted to recognize Ms. Meador for her dedication as
NIAA's Director of Operations and the many other hats she has worn
during a typical work day.
NIAA Board Expands to 20
The membership of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture
re-elected Dr. Peter Timoney, University of Kentucky, Department of
Veterinary Science, and Dr. Mark Engle, PIC North America, to second
three-year terms on its Board of Directors and elected seven new
individuals to the Board. The seven new Board members include
replacements for four retiring positions plus three new positions
created when NIAA expanded its Board from 17 to 20. NIAA's Board
election took place the organization's annual meeting, March 31, in
Louisville, KY.
Elected to serve their first three-year term on NIAA's board were John
Braly, Destron-Fearing Inc.; Michael Bumgarner, United Producers Inc.;
Glenn Fischer, Allflex USA; Dr. Tony Frazier, Alabama Department of
Agriculture and Industries; Dr. Jamie Jonker, National Milk Producers
Federation; Travis Justice, Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation; and Lacy
Upchurch, National Livestock Producers Association.
"NIAA is fortunate to have individuals of this caliber serve on its
board of directors," stated Dr. Leonard Bull chairman of NIAA's board.
"Each of these individuals brings a unique perspective to the Board and
is dedicated to preserving and sustaining the diversity and
profitability of animal agriculture. I see only exciting times ahead for
NIAA."
Scrapie in Goats Focus of ARS, Partners
For the past eight years, USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS) has coordinated an accelerated National Scrapie
Eradication Program to eliminate the disease from U.S. sheep and goats.
Still, transmission routes, progression and genetic underpinnings of
scrapie in goats are poorly understood, and low occurrence rates,
underreporting and the inconvenience and cost of tissue testing make
eradication challenging.
The good news is that a new, live-animal test to detect scrapie is being
applied to goats. There's also an ongoing study of goat genes that might
confer resistance to the disease.
The new method, known as the "rectal mucosal-associated lymphoid tissue
(RMALT) test," is based on the currently used third-eyelid test.
Developed by the Agricultural Research Service and Washington State
University, the third-eyelid test has been used by APHIS and state
veterinarians since 2002 as an official test to detect scrapie in sheep.
It involves snipping a tiny piece of lymphoid tissue from the animal's
nictitating membrane, or third eyelid, staining it with antibodies, and
examining it under a microscope. Lymphoid tissue is used because it
tends to collect malformed proteins called "prions," which are thought
to cause scrapie.
Researchers in Norway and Scotland modified the method for a different
site: lymphoid tissue in the lining of the animal's rectum. The rectal
biopsy has also been used in deer, elk, sheep, and now goats. It's quick
to perform and relatively painless to the animal-thanks to a dab of
local anesthetic.
Full text:
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New NIAA Swine, Poultry E-Newsletters
NIAA's Swine Health Report and Poultry Health Report have changed
formats to e-newsletters and have expanded their coverage to include
management information. As such, the new names for the publications are
the "Swine Health & Management Report" and "Poultry Health & Management
Report."
Both issues feature science-based information written in a
producer-friendly style. Many articles have links to complete articles
The first issue of the Swine Health & Management Report was disseminated
in mid May, with the first issue of the Poultry Health & Management
Report to be disseminated in mid June. Funding support comes from the
United Soybean Board.
If you would like to receive either or both of these e-newsletters,
please contact NIAA at 719.538.8843 or email [email protected]
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News Briefs
Avian instructional videos and an interactive diagnostic tool are
available so veterinarians can quickly access information about avian
necropsy, diagnostic sample collection and disease identification. The
series, "Poultry Examination and Diagnostics," was developed by Cornell
faculty and the USDA. The videos can be viewed for free at
www.partnersah.vet.cornell.edu or purchased on a 3-DVD set.
Four poultry processing plants received the U.S. Poultry & Egg
Association's 2009 Clean Water Award for their excellence in the
operation of wastewater treatment plants. Awards are presented in two
categories: pretreatment and full treatment. First place in the full
treatment category went to Sanderson Farms in Moultrie, GA., with the
Tyson Foods processing plant at Noel, MO, receiving honorable mention
for full treatment. In the pretreatment category, Tyson Foods' Monett,
MO, processing plant was selected the winner, with Wayne Farms' Decatur,
AL, further processing plant taking honorable mention for pretreatment.
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) and Pfizer
Animal Health launched the AABP Foundation-Pfizer Animal Health
Scholarship, aimed toward providing veterinary students with the
opportunity to receive one of several scholarships. Offered to
third-year veterinary students in the United States, the scholarship
program will support students interested in food animal medicine. As
part of the scholarship, recipients will receive a travel stipend to the
September AABP conference in Omaha, NE. "These scholarships, which come
at a time when the large animal veterinarian industry is experiencing a
shortage, will help recruit outstanding students for careers in bovine
veterinary medicine," says Gatz Riddell, veterinarian and Executive Vice
President for AABP.
The National Animal Health Monitoring Systems has published 19 fact
sheets since the first of the year. Each fact sheet addresses a
different topic gleaned from recently completed studies: six swine study
fact sheets, five dairy and five beef. Information about NAHMS' first
goat study is also online. To peruse any of these documents, visit
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Support Animal Agriculture: Become a Member of NIAA
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agriculture and want to help ensure the sustainability of animal
agriculture for the benefit of all society, then NIAA wants you.
NIAA is the umbrella organization that unites the beef, dairy, swine,
equine, sheep, goat and poultry industries and fosters a positive image
for animal agriculture within the industry and outside to the
non-agricultural sector. NIAA facilitates and drives positive change and
encourages collaborative efforts within animal agriculture.
NIAA Mission Statement: To provide a forum for building consensus and
advancing proactive solutions for animal agriculture.
Primary Goal of NIAA: To ensure the sustainability of animal agriculture
for the benefit of all society.
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Animal Agriculture Quarterly
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The official newsletter of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture
June 2009 Vol. 9, Issue 2
Message from Dr. Leonard Bull, NIAA Chairman of the Board
Leonard Bull
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The NIAA office has relocated from Bowling Green, Ky.,
to Colorado Springs, Colo., a move initiated in January when NIAA
contracted with the National Livestock Producers Association (NLPA) to
house and provide management services.
NIAA's office is now under the direction of Scott Stuart, Managing
Director; Scharee Atchison, Director of Operations; and Katie Ambrose,
Director of Membership. Other staff members include Teres Lambert,
Director of Communications; Gale Johnson, Director of Special Projects;
and Cora Newsom, Web Site Administrator.
Board Member Perry Mobley chairs NIAA's newly formed Membership
Committee. This committee is diligently formulating strategies and
tactics to help inform individuals and organizations of NIAA's mission
and guiding principles. The ultimate goal, of course, is increased
membership.
An NIAA Business Plan is being developed. This plan will address how
NIAA can work more closely-and with less overlap-with other animal
agriculture-related organizations.
In summary, NIAA is now in a position to adapt to the "new" economy in
an efficient manner that will allow us to provide the leadership that
has been the hallmark of NIAA.
ID INFO EXPO: NIAA has been identified as the leading organization in
the United States in providing a forum for discussion of issues
associated with animal identification and traceability. Included in the
leadership role for NIAA has been a strict adherence to the delivery of
sound, factual information on all sides of this complex and often
emotional issue.
When numerous issues in the animal identification arena indicated the
need for another ID INFO EXPO, NIAA stepped up to the plate to host the
event now slated for Aug. 25-27 in Kansas City, Mo. Hosting the event
was a natural move as NIAA is an umbrella organization for all livestock
species groups and provides a forum for those involved in or passionate
about animal agriculture, including but not limited to producers, state
and national association leadership, veterinarians-private practice and
government, extension specialists, academia, researchers, state and
national government regulatory personnel and allied industry.
The '09 ID INFO EXPO is the ideal place to share opinions and exchange
new information and where livestock producers can make educated
decisions based on the most current and most accurate information. An
added bonus of the '09 ID INFO EXPO is the tradeshow that will feature
the latest in animal identification and information technologies.
I look forward to seeing you in Kansas City on Aug. 25-27.
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ID Mandate - Aug. 25-27
NIAA Speakers Hit Mark
NIAA '09 Resolutions
NIAA Honors 3 individuals
NIAA Board Expands to 20
Scrapie in Goats
New Swine, Poultry E-Newsletters
News Briefs
New Members
NIAA welcomes 10 new members:
Fort Supply Technologies
Pro Saayma
North Carolina Pork Council
USDA/ARS U.S. Sheep Experiment Station
Kentucky Farm Bureau
North Dakota State University
Ms. Linda Campbell
Ms. Julia M. Smith
Don Nikodim
Tim Niedecken
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Dr. Leonard Bull, Chairman
Dr. Robert Fourdraine, Vice Chair
Dr. Mark Engle, Secretary
Glenn Fischer, Treasurer
Perry Mobley, Member At Large
The ID Mandate: Meeting Consumer and Government Demands
Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) and Rep. Collin Peterson (D-Minn.) are among
those in Congress who want a mandatory animal identification system. Dr.
W. Ron DeHaven, American Veterinary Medical Association Executive Vice
President, agrees, noting that a mandatory national program would be the
most effective way to minimize the effects of an animal disease outbreak
and "is crucial in order to avoid the economic consequences of a major
animal disease outbreak."
Not everyone agrees with Reps. Scott and Peterson and Dr. DeHaven and
voice concern about a mandatory national animal identification system.
While the reasons for their stand vary, many frequently include cost of
implementation and confidentiality in their discussions.
"If you care about animal agriculture and want to speak out and be heard
regarding the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), then you
should attend ID INFO EXPO 2009 in Kansas City, MO, on Aug. 25 through
27," states Glenn Fischer, chairman of the ID INFO EXPO. "In-depth
presentations and discussions will cover national animal identification,
cost, confidentiality, technology, traceability and potential
regulation. And those attending can explore new ID and information
technologies at the EXPO tradeshow while networking with industry and
subject matter experts."
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ID INFO EXPO 2009 is designed so attendees can fly in Tuesday morning,
attend the meeting that starts at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, then fly out
Thursday afternoon as the meeting concludes at 1 p.m. on Thursday. In,
out. Two nights, three days.
Registration for the conference is $375 for NIAA members who register
prior to June 30 and $425 for members registering after June 30.
Registration rate for non-NIAA members is $425 for those registering
June 30 or prior and $475 for those registering after June 30. A special
student rate is available.
Headquarters for ID INFO EXPO 2009 is the Westin Crown Center, Kansas
City, Mo. Special room rates are available: $130/night/single or double
occupancy; $107/night government rate. Rooms can be reserved by calling
the Westin Crown Center at 816-474-440. Make sure you indicate that you
are attending the ID INFO EXPO so you get our special group rate.
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NIAA Annual Meeting: Speakers Hit Mark
Under the umbrella of "The Changing Face of Animal Agriculture," NIAA's
opening general session at its annual meeting in Louisville, Ky., March
31-April 1, featured seven speakers who delivered numerous "ah-ha"
moments:
* Dr. James MacDonald, Chief, Agricultural Structure and
Productivity Branch, Economic Research Service, USDA - Highlighted
information gleaned from the recently published "Transformation of U.S.
Agriculture."
* Jon Caspers, Chairman, U.S. Meat Export Federation - Provided a
picture of the export of U.S. meats and lessons learned from various
countries.
* Lisa Katic, Dietician and President of KConsulting - Identified
today's players in the nutrition field and who is saying what about
nutrition, noting that some players are animal activitists with a hidden
agenda.
* Frank Beurskens, Co-founder and CEO, ShoptoCook, Inc. - Shared
what consumers are telling us through their actions and words and how
innovative units in the meat and seafood aisle of supermarkets are
influencing demand.
* Dan Sutherland, Johnsonville Foods - Focused on animal
agriculture's moral responsibility to produce a sale product and today's
consumer's desire for companies to be transparent in regards to animal
welfare, environment, antibiotics, traceability, audits, food safety and
brand trust.
* Bill Medley, Vice President, Market Segments, Farm Credit
Services of Mid-America -Discussed in layman's language what's happening
in today's economy and how these factors impact agriculture.
* Jerry Roell, Sales Branch Manager, John Deere Columbus -
Addressed challenges and solutions in agriculture as well as presented a
Top 10 list of livestock producer insights.
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"This opening general session was unique and covered the gamut. Many
attendees left wishing all of animal agriculture could hear what they
heard," stated Dr. Leonard Bull, NIAA's chairman of the board. "I lost
count of the number of people who said this was the best set of speakers
they had heard at any event in the past several years."
Presentations given at NIAA's opening general session can be seen and
heard at
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Resolution Actions at NIAA Annual Meeting
NIAA's five species-specific committees--Cattle, Equine, Poultry, Sheep
and Goat, and Swine--and seven issues-based committees--Animal Care,
Animal Health Emergency Management, Animal Health & International Trade,Animal Identification & Information Systems, Animal Production Food Safety & Security and Emerging Diseases--adopted a total of three new resolutions, amended 17 resolutions and reaffirmed 14 resolutions.
All action was taken at NIAA's annual meeting in Louisville, Ky., March
31-April 1.
Adopted resolutions addressed:
1. Animal Care: Need for Objective Guidelines for Animal Welfare
2. Cattle: U.S. Bovine Tuberculosis Eradication Program
3. Equine: Equine Infectious Anemia
A complete listing and details of resolutions adopted, amended or
reaffirmed is available on NIAA's web site at
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NIAA Presents Three with Distinguished Awards
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Pace Dr. Leonard Bull with Pam Meador
The National Institute for Animal Agriculture honored three individuals
at its annual meeting in Louisville, Ky.
Dr. Sam Holland, the former state veterinarian for the South Dakota
Animal Industry Board, was presented NIAA's highly regarded Meritorious
Service Award which is given in recognition of leadership, dedication
and contributions to the organization and animal agriculture. Holland
retired from the South Dakota Animal Industry Board on March 6 of this
year after serving 22 years on the board and another 15 years devoted to
industry as a large animal practitioner.
The organization's coveted President's Award which recognizes an NIAA
committee chairman for exemplary leadership and dedication to NIAA was
presented to Dr. Lanny Pace, Executive Director of the Mississippi
Veterinary Diagnostic and Research Laboratory System. Dr. Pace heads
NIAA's Emerging Diseases Committee which is dedicated to helping animal
agriculture stay abreast of emerging animal diseases, educating NIAA
members and others within animal agriculture about emerging animal
diseases and in creating resolutions and position statements regarding
emerging animal disease issues, which are aimed at benefiting animal
health and U.S. animal agriculture.
Pam Meador, a nine-year employee of NIAA, received NIAA's Chairman
Award. Although this award is typically given to an NIAA volunteer,
Chairman Len Bull opted to recognize Ms. Meador for her dedication as
NIAA's Director of Operations and the many other hats she has worn
during a typical work day.
NIAA Board Expands to 20
The membership of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture
re-elected Dr. Peter Timoney, University of Kentucky, Department of
Veterinary Science, and Dr. Mark Engle, PIC North America, to second
three-year terms on its Board of Directors and elected seven new
individuals to the Board. The seven new Board members include
replacements for four retiring positions plus three new positions
created when NIAA expanded its Board from 17 to 20. NIAA's Board
election took place the organization's annual meeting, March 31, in
Louisville, KY.
Elected to serve their first three-year term on NIAA's board were John
Braly, Destron-Fearing Inc.; Michael Bumgarner, United Producers Inc.;
Glenn Fischer, Allflex USA; Dr. Tony Frazier, Alabama Department of
Agriculture and Industries; Dr. Jamie Jonker, National Milk Producers
Federation; Travis Justice, Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation; and Lacy
Upchurch, National Livestock Producers Association.
"NIAA is fortunate to have individuals of this caliber serve on its
board of directors," stated Dr. Leonard Bull chairman of NIAA's board.
"Each of these individuals brings a unique perspective to the Board and
is dedicated to preserving and sustaining the diversity and
profitability of animal agriculture. I see only exciting times ahead for
NIAA."
Scrapie in Goats Focus of ARS, Partners
For the past eight years, USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection
Service (APHIS) has coordinated an accelerated National Scrapie
Eradication Program to eliminate the disease from U.S. sheep and goats.
Still, transmission routes, progression and genetic underpinnings of
scrapie in goats are poorly understood, and low occurrence rates,
underreporting and the inconvenience and cost of tissue testing make
eradication challenging.
The good news is that a new, live-animal test to detect scrapie is being
applied to goats. There's also an ongoing study of goat genes that might
confer resistance to the disease.
The new method, known as the "rectal mucosal-associated lymphoid tissue
(RMALT) test," is based on the currently used third-eyelid test.
Developed by the Agricultural Research Service and Washington State
University, the third-eyelid test has been used by APHIS and state
veterinarians since 2002 as an official test to detect scrapie in sheep.
It involves snipping a tiny piece of lymphoid tissue from the animal's
nictitating membrane, or third eyelid, staining it with antibodies, and
examining it under a microscope. Lymphoid tissue is used because it
tends to collect malformed proteins called "prions," which are thought
to cause scrapie.
Researchers in Norway and Scotland modified the method for a different
site: lymphoid tissue in the lining of the animal's rectum. The rectal
biopsy has also been used in deer, elk, sheep, and now goats. It's quick
to perform and relatively painless to the animal-thanks to a dab of
local anesthetic.
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New NIAA Swine, Poultry E-Newsletters
NIAA's Swine Health Report and Poultry Health Report have changed
formats to e-newsletters and have expanded their coverage to include
management information. As such, the new names for the publications are
the "Swine Health & Management Report" and "Poultry Health & Management
Report."
Both issues feature science-based information written in a
producer-friendly style. Many articles have links to complete articles
The first issue of the Swine Health & Management Report was disseminated
in mid May, with the first issue of the Poultry Health & Management
Report to be disseminated in mid June. Funding support comes from the
United Soybean Board.
If you would like to receive either or both of these e-newsletters,
please contact NIAA at 719.538.8843 or email [email protected]
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News Briefs
Avian instructional videos and an interactive diagnostic tool are
available so veterinarians can quickly access information about avian
necropsy, diagnostic sample collection and disease identification. The
series, "Poultry Examination and Diagnostics," was developed by Cornell
faculty and the USDA. The videos can be viewed for free at
www.partnersah.vet.cornell.edu or purchased on a 3-DVD set.
Four poultry processing plants received the U.S. Poultry & Egg
Association's 2009 Clean Water Award for their excellence in the
operation of wastewater treatment plants. Awards are presented in two
categories: pretreatment and full treatment. First place in the full
treatment category went to Sanderson Farms in Moultrie, GA., with the
Tyson Foods processing plant at Noel, MO, receiving honorable mention
for full treatment. In the pretreatment category, Tyson Foods' Monett,
MO, processing plant was selected the winner, with Wayne Farms' Decatur,
AL, further processing plant taking honorable mention for pretreatment.
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) and Pfizer
Animal Health launched the AABP Foundation-Pfizer Animal Health
Scholarship, aimed toward providing veterinary students with the
opportunity to receive one of several scholarships. Offered to
third-year veterinary students in the United States, the scholarship
program will support students interested in food animal medicine. As
part of the scholarship, recipients will receive a travel stipend to the
September AABP conference in Omaha, NE. "These scholarships, which come
at a time when the large animal veterinarian industry is experiencing a
shortage, will help recruit outstanding students for careers in bovine
veterinary medicine," says Gatz Riddell, veterinarian and Executive Vice
President for AABP.
The National Animal Health Monitoring Systems has published 19 fact
sheets since the first of the year. Each fact sheet addresses a
different topic gleaned from recently completed studies: six swine study
fact sheets, five dairy and five beef. Information about NAHMS' first
goat study is also online. To peruse any of these documents, visit
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Support Animal Agriculture: Become a Member of NIAA
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agriculture and want to help ensure the sustainability of animal
agriculture for the benefit of all society, then NIAA wants you.
NIAA is the umbrella organization that unites the beef, dairy, swine,
equine, sheep, goat and poultry industries and fosters a positive image
for animal agriculture within the industry and outside to the
non-agricultural sector. NIAA facilitates and drives positive change and
encourages collaborative efforts within animal agriculture.
NIAA Mission Statement: To provide a forum for building consensus and
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