Most hog farms utilize air filtration systems to help prevent against airborne diseases like influenza A and PRRS.

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed best methods for detecting and extracting captured virus particles from swine barn air filters.

College of Veterinary Medicine Professor Montse Torremorell tells Brownfield this will help pig farmers understand where infections come from.

“Some of those filters over time can develop leaks. Basically what that means is that the air may bypass the filter material.

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