After an awkward introduction, the conversation with a new acquaintance usually goes something like this: "Ew. Pigs stink" or "Pigs are cute. When they're little." or "I think I'd stop eating pork if I worked with pigs." or "I like pigs but I don't like the way they are treated" or "I love Bacon."
These responses always intrigue me and make me realize that we, as pig producers, don't do a good job of telling our story. I understand the misconceptions that people have as we live in a society where food is plentiful, always available at the grocery store, and most people are far removed from the farm. Through this blog I hope to showcase the world that I live in, the pigs that I work with, and the great people that make it all possible.
In a world of Facebook, Twitter, and 24 hour news; the facts about most anything can get misconstrued. This is very much the case when it comes to pig production. Most information that people hear or see paints a very ugly picture of what we do. I am proud of agriculture and think it is a very admirable profession. I hope to help others see the true picture of what we do and as a result feel good about putting pork on your plate.
Now, back to a little bit about what I do. Like my colleagues who work with companion animals, my primary concern is keeping animals healthy and ensuring their quality of life. Unlike some other vets, I don't have a clinic- I go to the pigs. I make sure pigs are healthy and intervene with appropriate therapy when they are not. I am also responsible for helping train care givers to ensure that our pigs always have the highest degree of well being possible.
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