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International Conference 

on Pig Livability


November 5 - 6, 2025


Hilton Omaha

Omaha, NE


International Conference 

on Pig Livability


November 5 - 6, 2025


Hilton Omaha

Omaha, NE

IMPROVING PIG SURVIVABILITY PROJECT

A Practical Approach to Early Intervention to Reduce Sow Mortality

 Sow mortality is one of the many challenges facing many sow farms today. The Iowa Pork Industry Center has developed an SOP for caretakers to use while conducting their daily observations to help in reducing sow mortality. 

Click the link below to find out how you can reduce sow mortality in your herd today! 

Sow Mortality: SOP

Understanding Sudden Death in Sows: Patterns Across Parity and Production Stages

   Sudden death continues to be a challenging and often unexpected loss in sow herds. While progress has been made in reducing deaths from prolapses and lameness, many sows still die without an obvious cause. Recognizing patterns of sudden death across parity and production stages can help producers identify potential risk factors and improve overall herd management. 

Click the link below to find out how you can reduce sow mortality in your herd today! 

Sudden Death Slide Set

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Select photos courtesy of National Pork Board and the Pork Checkoff. Des Moines, IA USA.


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