Sustainability Report 2024 - FINAL-web - Flipbook - Page 6
Pigs
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Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness
Foreign Animal Diseases (FADs), such as African Swine Fever (ASF), pose a signi昀椀cant threat to pork production
and the resilience of the U.S. swine industry. Taking proactive steps is essential to protect individual farms and
support the broader pork supply chain.
Certi昀椀ed Swine Sample Collector (CSSC) Program
The Certi昀椀ed Swine Sample Collector (CSSC) program, a USDA-approved training initiative, supports these
efforts by equipping individuals to collect diagnostic samples safely and effectively. 102 of our team members
are CSSCs, contributing to disease preparedness.
Proactive Steps for Pork Producers
Secure Pork Supply Completion
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Customers who have a 昀椀led
VCPR with Pipestone
Create a Secure Pork Supply (SPS) plan:
Work with your Pipestone veterinarian to develop a plan
that helps:
• Enhance biosecurity to limit disease exposure
• Move animals under regulatory-approved permits
• Maintain business continuity during an outbreak
51%
completion rate
Pipestone Managed Sow Farms
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Maintain at least 30 days of pig movement records
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Enroll in the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Program
100%
Support mandatory swine traceability
completion rate
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Committing to taking proactive steps is the best defense.
Contact your Pipestone veterinarian today to complete your SPS plan.
