Oct 15, 2003 12:00 PM,
by Joe Vansickle, Senior Editor (952) 851-4670; jvansickle@primediabusiness.com
Genetics of Pig Health Symposium, sponsored by the National Pork Board, is Nov. 18-19 at the Des Moines (IA) Marriott.
The program covers challenges to pig health improvement, genetic selection for improved pig health and experiences in the poultry, beef and dairy cattle industries.
Other presentations focus on nutritional influences on animal health, genomic tools and new approaches for improving disease resistance.
For registration information, call toll-free (800) 456-7675. Reserve a room at the hotel by calling (515) 245-5500.
There was a lot to be positive about in the pork industry the last week of October. I realize it is difficult to be optimistic when you are still losing $25 to $30/head. I also realize that positive news at this point could be as dangerous as it is welcome. But facts are facts, and we must recognize them.
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As I begin this week's column, I"m reminded of two different "flip side" statements that may help characterize the topic at hand. The first is the old Archie Campbell schtick - "That's good - no that’s bad," which I have used before. The second reflects President Truman's frustration with economists' incessant use of the qualifier - "on the other hand" - to introduce the contrary opinion on a given topic. President Truman once demanded in his usual colorful language: "Will someone please find me a *!&%$*?>
